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Welcome to Haledon Travel & Tours Travel Tips and
Documents
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Tip 1: |
Learn a few essential
terms in the native language of the country you are travelling to.
For instance, if going to a Spanish speaking country "Hola!" means
"hello" and "gracias" means "thank you". Other essential words such
as food, water, restroom, etc. should also be learned. Not only will
the natives appreciate your effort, your trip will be more enjoyable
in learning a new language and culture! Also, it can really help to
get around easier! |
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Tip 2: |
Passport: Make sure
your passport does not expire within 6 months of your date of
travel. A large majority of countries insist that your passport be
valid for at least that time period, and some of them even insist on
it being good for a year. Make a copy, in case you lose it while on
vacation (or it gets stolen), so you can send the copy to your
Embassy. |
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Tip 3: |
When planning your
holiday, let your travel agent know well in advance. Specials can
come up very quickly that last a limited amount of time. If your
travel consultant knows your dates and destinations, she can act
quickly to give you a promotional fare. |
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Tip 4: |
The United States
State Department recommends: Get an international driver's license
before you leave the country. The test overseas is tough, and you
can't drive on some of the toll (better quality) roads without
showing an IDL. Many of the car rental services also insist on an
international driver's license. |
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Tip 5: |
To help people help
you during an emergency in a foreign land, type (and preferably
laminate) a small card, on which you mention your age, blood group
and other relevant medical details. Most important, a number to
contact - a global cell phone or the number of the hotel you are
staying at. Carry this at all times in your wallet. Mothers can
write details of children with them on the same card |
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Tip 6: |
Always keep a recent
photo of your children in your wallet - in case you loose them in a
crowed area, and need help in locating them. |
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Tip 7: |
When travelling by
train in Germany, use the tourist amt (office), usually across the
street from the station, to obtain overnight lodging. Pack a change
of clothes in a small bag, and check the rest of your baggage at the
station. |
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Tip 8: |
US Citizens: for
EMERGENCIES, contact the American Citizens Services, a State
Department agency which has offices in every U.S. embassy,
consulate, and part-time consulate throughout the world.
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9: |
If two of you are
travelling together, each one should carry a different credit card.
If one is stolen or lost, you'll still have a valid one. Also, if
magnetic strip goes bad, you still have the other one to use.
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Document Name |
Click Here To Download forms |
| 1. Business
Trip Planner |
BTP |
| 2. Emergency
Contact Information |
ECI |
| 3. Lost
Luggage |
LL |
| 4. Travel
Checklist |
TC |
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