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Are you ready to embark on an exciting trip? Whether you're taking a short journey in your home country or traveling abroad, it's helpful and essential to prepare everything. With our tips, you can make sure your start to your vacation goes smoothly and that you remember everything necessary. This article has compiled 8 things you should do 2 days before departure. We wish you a great trip!
1 Notify the Bank
Before you leave on your trip, contact your bank and credit card company. Let them know the dates and locations of your trip. Just like the motto: be careful instead of being lenient. Cashless, with a blocked card, on the other side of the world and in a different time zone – an experience you can definitely do without.
Keep your cards safe; perfect for this:
Also, check the fees incurred for use abroad. It's often worth having a credit card just for all travel that doesn't charge huge fees.
2 Make copies of documents
It sounds outdated, but make copies of all essential documents. ID, driver's license, passport, travel insurance, and whatever else you take. Especially several copies of your passport.
Because, on the one hand, you don't have to take all originals with you; on the other hand, one or the other authority needs a copy. Also, take photos of all your documents and upload them to the cloud – often, one picture is enough.
3 Check the Weather Forecast
It is always a good idea to check the weather forecast 1–2 days before departure. This will give you a better idea of what clothes you should pack. Our favorites: breathable clothing, wrinkle-free, easy to combine, and also the good old onion look.
Rather less white clothes, because on it, you see stains quickly, some laundries just do not get them clean, and then there would be the edges of the sunscreen. But like colorful or very simple, dark colors work well.
4 Charge Devices
Charge all your electronic devices before you start your trip. This includes your cell phone, camera, razor, toothbrush, e-reader, laptop, drone, and even Go-Pro.
Mark the cables with labels, so you never have to search for the right one again. You'll be amazed at how much time you save. There are also cool cable bags to go with it, so everything is no longer flying wildly in your luggage. And be sure to add the travel adapter – even if you don't need one, they are convenient.
5 Make a List of Emergency Numbers
Before your trip, make a list of emergency contacts. This includes the numbers of your home embassy or consulate, the emergency services of the country you are traveling to, and any other contacts you might need in an emergency. It is also a good idea to write this information down and have it with you at all times.
6 The Hand Luggage Tip
Find out what you can and can't pack in your carry-on luggage in our helpful carry-on luggage article. In any case, check whether your hand luggage complies with the size and weight restrictions of the airline.
That way you won't have any problems at the airport. A luggage scale is one of those things you need much more often than you think. Did you know that most carry-on bags weigh quite a bit when empty? Here you can find the best and lightest suitcases – know-how!
Do not pack only all important documents and a change of clothes in your hand luggage but also a charging cable and external battery, snacks, and an amenity kit (cream, deodorant, toothbrush, and toothpaste).
Also, eye drops, especially if you wear contact lenses and earplugs. This way, you'll be on the absolute safe side in case your checked baggage is delayed.
7 Personal Checklist
Create your personal checklist for this trip. Write down everything you need to take with you: clothes, toiletries, and electronic devices. In addition, special items such as a snorkel set, hiking boots, warm clothes, water shoes, tent – each trip may have different requirements.
Write down all the essential documents one by one – flight times, address of the first accommodation, important contact information, or even an international driver's license.
8 Check Flight Times and Connections
Check all flight times and connections for your arrival day a day before and also a few hours before. Sometimes departure times are postponed. Plan a bigger buffer – we have had to wait 3 hours in line for baggage claim and sometimes had to take a cab because there were no trains to the airport due to a sudden storm. Seriously, better to buy an expensive coffee at the airport than an entire flight.
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