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Things You Need To Know….Before You Go!

August 15, 2012August 23, 2012 by JudyCKing

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Immunization...... You need to take certain precautions before you go to a foreign country. Ideally 2 months before travel you should start your immunization recommended by your doctor or travel clinic. Some shots are given in series. You want to be able to complete the series before you go if…

Planning Stage 4 – What Will You Do There?

August 15, 2012July 11, 2018 by JudyCKing

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ACTIVITIES Step 1 - Plan for when you arrive Plan something light and not too taxing for arrival day. You will not have all your reasoning facilities working on that day! Early night and up early to start next day. SNAP EASY TIP: Don't plan on driving a far distance…

Planning Stage 3 – Where Will You Stay?

August 15, 2012July 11, 2018 by JudyCKing

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ACCOMMODATIONS Step 1 - Are you winging it or securing it This is a very personal decision. Some people like to have every night booked before they leave. In heavy tourist season this is probably a very wise choice. However, some people like to have the option to travel each…

Planning Stage 2 – How Will You Get There?

August 15, 2012July 11, 2018 by JudyCKing

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TRANSPORTATION The first transportation item you should book is getting from here to there. You might go by ship but I will be dealing with flights...I don't have any knowledge of other modes of transportation over the big blue sea. In my scenarios I am assuming you will be leaving and…

Planning Stage 1 – Where are You Going?

August 15, 2012July 11, 2018 by JudyCKing

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WHERE ARE YOU GOING? The first item on your planning should be to figure out where you would like to go. Make a list of the days you are able to go. Fill in the days with the city and country you want to visit on each day. Often the…

Don’t Eat or Drink That!

August 15, 2012August 22, 2012 by JudyCKing

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Use caution when eating and drinking in some countries.... Water Don't drink the water in a country unless you know it is safe to do so. In most third world countries it is not safe. Check before you go! Many restaurants that cater to tourists use filtered water and…