When you travel abroad you always need to be familiar with the local regulations. Here you can find the most important subjects which you need to think over before you start your journey.
Preparation
Before you leave your country get prepared for the journey. Bring maps, guides, books with you. The local people will be grateful if you know a few words in their own language (for example how to say hello, thank you or goodbye). You can avoid inconvenient situations if you learn a bit about the local traditions and habits (there might be special eating habits for instance). Be prepared for extreme weather conditions as well.
Documents, passport, visa
Find out more about the Schengen cooperation below.
A visa is a permission from another country to enter that country.
Visa rules can be pretty tricky. What's more, they can change. Use this tool to find out which travel documents you'll need to enter the countries you're visiting, or to get back into the country where you started. You always need to get your visa from the embassy of your destination. Some countries require special documents when you apply for the visa, and in some cases you have to travel to a third country to be able to contact an embassy of your destination as they might not set an embassy in your country.
Vaccine requirements
http://www.traveldoctor.co.uk/vaccines.htm
Don't forget the vaccines! When deciding which travel vaccines are required, each individual traveller should obtain information relating to the country or countries they intend to visit.
Credit card and currency
It is important to get information about your credit card and its terms of use in another country. Try to be familiar with the local currency. Be careful when they ask for your PIN code on the Internet. Always use safe networks while making a reservation.
Insurance
It is often worth paying travel insurance when you go abroad. The insurance company can reimburse your expenses if your luggage or documents are lost or stolen. Think about health service as well. Find out what kind of health service is available for foreigners and get an insurance if it is necessary.
For European citizens the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is available at the national health service, always carry this card with you when you visit another European country.
https://www.ehic.org.uk/Internet/home.do
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