smart travel tips guide

10 Smart Travel Tips Every Indian Traveller Should Know Before Planning an International Trip

BY - MANYA SHARMA

INTRODUCTION

Planning an international tour is fun, but lack of proper preparation might turn it into a very tiring process. From flight reservations and visas to packing and budgeting, everything has its own importance. For someone who is a first-time traveller as well as frequent travellers, proper planning will not only reduce costs but also help you make your travels easy and mistake-free. Farepayer believes that travelling should be made easy, economical and memorable for everyone. Here are 10 travel hacks which you should know as an Indian traveller.

Check your passport expiry

Before booking your journey, ensure that your passport is still valid for six months beyond your planned travel period. Most countries follow this rule, and not complying may lead to problems during your journey.

Understand Visa Requirements

Every place will have its own conditions for entering the country. Some countries will have visa-free travel, while some will not even allow a visa on arrival. Therefore, always make sure that you have the right information about the visa requirements of the destination.

Make Sure You Book Your Flights Early

If you book your flights in advance, weeks or even months before your planned date, you can get some pretty good prices. Another thing that might work for you is flexibility with dates.

Purchase Travel Insurance

One of the most essential things to purchase before you travel is travel insurance. With this type of insurance, you will be covered in case of:

Health emergencies

Flight delays

Loss of luggage

Cancellations

Small costs can help you avoid large expenditures in unforeseen circumstances.

Travel Budget Planning

Prior to travelling, consider the following expenses:

Flights

Hotel accommodations

Meals

Transportation

Shopping

Recreational activities

The travel budget enables you to have fun on vacation without going over budget

Pack Efficiently

Do not carry extra things which are unnecessary.

Pack keeping in mind the climate conditions at the destination place and remember to carry things like 

Passport

Documents

Chargers

Medicines

Power bank

Universal travel adapter

It is easy to travel with less luggage.

 Maintain Backup Copies of Documents

Make sure that you have backup copies of the following documents:

Passport

Visa

Air tickets

Hotel bookings

Travel insurance

You can store them either in your mail account or online.

 Learn Local Essentials

Prior to your arrival, spend some time learning about the following:

Currency

Emergency numbers

Means of transportation

Climate/weather

Etiquette

This basic knowledge will be very helpful for your stay.

Stay Connected

Think about getting an international roaming plan or a SIM card when you reach your destination. An internet connection will make your life easier for finding directions, translating things, making arrangements, and contacting loved ones back home.

Plan Your Schedule but Remain Open to Change

Making an itinerary is wonderful, but trying to squeeze too much into one trip will only cause frustration. Plan some extra time to wander around and see what the destination has to offer you, whether that be a quaint little café, some hidden gems, or just enjoying yourself.