Travel Checklist

Want to be that pro- flier who seamlessly glides through the airport and reaches the finish line without breaking a sweat ? Follow some tips on how one can ensure a smooth and comfortable flying experience.

Make Online Check-in Habit

Easily done on airline's website, this brings you a number of benefits. You can select seats explore upgrades and pay for checked baggage in advance, saving your time when you arrive on airport.

Travel Light

Make sure you pack light and smart. Carry a backpack all times for essentials.

Layer up

Always keep on an extra layer of clothing to adapt to varying temperatures and stay comfortable throughout your journey.

Carry essentials seperately in a fanny pack

It ensures easy excess and organization during your trip, especially for important  items such as passports, ID cards, card holders, mobile accessories, and more.

Pack An Empty  Water Bottle

Instead of buying water bottles at a high prize from airport, carry a empty  water bottle that you van refill after security check-in It doesn't just save you from  making an extra purchase, but is also a sustainable alternative to the plastic bottles that we accumulate over time.

Get Your Airport lounge game on

Airport lounges offer a peaceful preflight oasis with fast WIFI , comfortable sitting and complimentary snacks and drinks. Access is now possible without  flying first class: Look for premium rewards cards, co-branded airline cards, day passes, third party memberships, special airline memberships, or earning airline loyalty status.

ADDITIONAL TIPS

Carry a portable weight checker

With easy to carry digital weight measuring tool,, you'll never have to pay those excess baggage fees or  worry about over-packing your suitcase. Got some extra luggage flowing out? Ask for a shopping bag at one of the airport stores can carry them seperately for ease.

Snap a photo of your parking slot

If you are using an airport parking facility to pic the car  when you get back, avoid the hassle of trying to  locate your vehicle after getting off from the flight. The beat way is to note down  the car park floor, section or simply take a photograph to refer to when you get back.

Carry reusable plastic bags

From storing your left overs snacks to carry extra  laundry on your back, reusable quart size plastic bags can save you both time and stress when you are  moving through the airport.

Learn Few Words In Local Language

It's always good to learn a new a language. While travelling it helps you communicate  better and helps understand a culture. So Make an effort to communicate  in the local language.

Interact With Locals

Often, there are local, independent coffee shops that have communal tables. So, over coffee, you can meet new people  and enjoy a cultural mix.

Pick The Right Stay

Choose a homestay, a hostel or a Bed and Breakfast (B & B). Such places have common rooms and are great places to meet people. There are exchange programs- you stay with a family and then when ever they come to your city , they stay with you- it helps you grow and make a solo trip more fun.

Get The right Gear For Photos

Asking the locals to click for you helps in communication with  them as well, as getting a nice photograph. However, if you want professional shots, get the right equipment. "You will get messages every day about who takes your  photograph while travelling / How you take your own photos /  Question from people who want to travel solo but want great photos, too. Click the  photos. And by tripod and interval timer. Then set it up to snap photo every second. Get it started then go. Have some fun while it shoots away with the right equipment and some practice. You can be your own personal photographer.

Take Interactive Tours

There are walking tours, wherein you can b interactive with the host and the other members. So go for a drink with them to develop new friendship. You can also opt for workshops such as cooking and learning a skill specific to the city that brings you closer to its culture.

Don't Forget To Take Insurance

You are alone and in case of an emergency, you must have insurance. This is because many countries refuse to admit you in the hospital, if you don't have one. In case of an health issue or emergency you don't have anyone to take you to the hospital. However if you make connections there, it might be helpful.

Currency Management

Inform the bank (Indian) beforehand that you will be using the (Indian) card so that they can activate international payments. You don't need to carry a lot of cash and different currencies if travelling to multiple places. Get a prepaid currency card, it is safe and secure.

                                                   

Get The Right Apps

Identify what you need in your mobile phone, You might need a translation app if going to china or Japan. App in terms of food and transportation that you can book easily. App like Uber work in Europe and UK, but you need to change the settings. Tripadviser is good for things to do . While Google Map is you go to for navigation.

What Should On Not Miss Packing To  travel Hassle- Free?

Be it a business or leisure trip a few basic travel essential make your travel stress free and prevent last minute panic.

What A light But Sturdy Travel Bag

This is a long term investment. So pick a light and sturdy travel bag or trolley is recommended.

A download offline map

Even though WIFI is available at most airports elsewhere where you might fail to  recieve proper coverage. You might  have to end up  paying twice as much for a SIM card at the airport, if you have an offline map to download on your phone before  you take your flight, you can easily reach the hotel or hostel without the internet.

An International charging Adapter

It is very likely that  you might not be able to use your mobile / Laptop charger directly in a foreign country. Therefore having an international charger adapter with you is essential.

An Emergency Medical Kit

When you travel to a new destination the last thing you want to do is  fall sick and visit a doctor or chemist for medicine. A set of basic medicines should be on top of your checklist.

Outfit for occasions

Comfort is a top priority with international travel. However every trip has a different sartorial requisite. Always be aware of the activities you might indulge in, so only pack the essential and what is required for a  particular event. Don't carry unnecessary clothings. Mixing and matching is a great option.

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