Travel Tips

When you travel, some things are out of your control, but there are a few steps you can take to stay safe and keep your trip on track. When traveling abroad, always remember these 10 important tips to follow.

Arrive on time

If you're taking a flight, be sure to arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before your domestic flight and two to three hours ahead of an international one.

Make copies of important documents

Bring along extra copies of all important documents, including your passport, medical prescriptions, and your travel insurance certificates.

Pack any prescription medicine in their original marked containers.

If you need daily medication, ask your doctor if one month's supply is safe.

Traveling with kids

If traveling with children, bring a recent photo of each of them with you and store them on your mobile phone if possible. If your children become separated from you, these photos would come in very useful for the authorities to identify them and reunite them with you.

Leave valuables, like expensive jewelry, at home.

You don't want to be the victim of a robbery while you are enjoying your well-deserved holiday. 

Be wary of pickpockets

Carry your money, credit cards, and passport in a pouch or money pack worn underneath your outer clothes.

Familiarise yourself with the laws governing the country you are visiting

Check that you are familiar with the local laws and what you can and can't bring with you.

Learn some new words

If you do not speak the local language, learn a few key phrases in case you need assistance.

Use common sense

Don’t walk in unfamiliar areas at night, don’t accept rides in unmarked taxis, and don’t accept packages with unknown contents.

Get travel insurance

Accidents happen all the time, which is why having good travel insurance could save your life. Knowing you have financial backup will put your mind at ease when traveling abroad.