[Carefully Selected 7] Things to Know Before Traveling Abroad

Traveling abroad is a great opportunity to see new cultures and landscapes, as well as to grow as a person. However, it is important to keep a few things in mind when traveling abroad. Here are seven things you should know before traveling abroad.

Check local laws and customs at your destination

Checking local laws and customs at your destination refers to knowing the laws and customs that you should comply with during your stay abroad.

For example, there are different cultures and social structures overseas than in Japan. For this reason, some things that are taken for granted in Japan may be considered illegal or rude in other countries. Not knowing about such laws and customs may cause troubles and problems.

Therefore, before traveling abroad, it is important to check the laws and customs to be observed at the destination. You can ask a travel agency or an overseas travel agency to collect local information about your travel destination, or you can collect information yourself using the Internet and publications.

Let me give you a more concrete example.

• Religious establishments may not allow photography or walking. They may also cover their heads or wear special clothing to show respect.
• Locally, there may be restrictions on where you are allowed to smoke. For example, in Japan, smoking is allowed indoors and outdoors, but overseas, smoking areas may be restricted. Also, there may be an age limit for purchasing cigarettes.
• Photography, eating and drinking may be prohibited in parks and pools. Also, in the pool, it is sometimes prohibited to bring in floats and masks.
• Eating, drinking and photography may not be allowed inside the building. For example, museums and art galleries may prohibit photography. Also, eating and drinking may be prohibited in some buildings, so it is important to check in advance about eating and drinking inside the building.

Please note that these are just examples and that each destination has different laws and customs. Before traveling, you can avoid troubles and problems by checking the local laws and customs to be observed.

Ensuring health management (vaccination, insurance, confirmation of health status, etc.)

Taking care of your health means staying healthy while traveling abroad and being prepared in the event of a health problem. Ensuring good health care includes vaccinations, insurance coverage, and health checks.

For example, at travel destinations, infectious diseases different from those in Japan may be prevalent. Therefore, before traveling, it is important to check the risk of infection at the destination and to get the necessary vaccinations. Travel agents, insurance companies, medical institutions, etc. can provide advice on the risk of infection at your destination and necessary vaccines.

You may also need to pay for medical and medical expenses in the event of a health problem while traveling abroad. Therefore, it is important to consider purchasing travel insurance before traveling abroad. Travel insurance covers medical and medical expenses, as well as insurance against accidents and disasters while traveling. You can choose the insurance you need by consulting with a travel agent or insurance company about travel insurance.

It is also important to check your health before traveling abroad. It's easy to get stressed and tired while traveling, so it's important to refresh your body and maintain a healthy lifestyle before traveling.

Confirmation and preparation of necessary documents such as passports, visas and airline tickets

passport verification

By verifying your passport information, you can complete your pre-departure preparations. Please check your passport for the following items.

• Passport Number: Please enter the number on your passport.
• Country of Issue: Please enter the country where your passport was issued.
• Expiration date: Please enter the expiration date of your passport. Please note that if the expiration date has passed, problems may occur when you go out.
• Name: Please enter the name as it appears on your passport. Please note that entering a different name may cause problems when you go out.

Accurate information on your passport is an essential part of your preparation before you travel. Please note that entering incorrect information may cause problems when you go out.

visa confirmation

Please confirm the visa required when you travel abroad.

• Confirmation of Visa Required: Depending on the country you are visiting, the type of visa required will vary. Please check with the immigration office of the country you are visiting to see what type of visa you need.

• Check Visa Type: Check the type of visa you need. In general, there are tourist visas, business visas, and student visas.

• Check your visa expiry date: Check your visa expiry date. Please note that if the expiration date has passed, problems may occur when you go out.

When traveling abroad, a visa check is mandatory. Please be aware that if you do not have the required visa or if it has expired, you may experience problems when traveling.

Ticket confirmation

When traveling abroad, it is essential to check your airline ticket. By checking your airline ticket before departure, you can not only know the arrival time and flight number, but also check the boarding gate and baggage check-in procedures.

You can check your flight ticket on the airline's website or app, travel agency or travel website, or the phone number printed on the ticket. Also, before departure, you may be able to check alerts and emails from airline agreements.

It is important to always have your ticket confirmation number and name ready when you check your ticket. Your ticket confirmation number will be the one printed on your ticket or travel booking confirmation. Also, please note that the name may differ from the name printed on the ticket.

Be sure to check your airline ticket before travelling. By checking your flight ticket, you can avoid troubles before departure.

Confirmation of other required documents

When traveling abroad, the following documents may be required in addition to passports and visas.

• Health Insurance Certificate: This is required so that you can receive medical care abroad in case of illness or injury. Medical costs abroad can be expensive, so it is recommended that you have documentation to prove you have insurance.
• Passport Photo: If you do not have a passport or it has expired, this is the photo you will need to get a new passport.
• International Driver's License: You need an International Driver's License if you want to rent a car abroad or drive your own car abroad. An international driver's license is a document that allows a person who has obtained a license in Japan to drive a car overseas.

In addition, when traveling abroad, travel conditions and travel contracts provided by airlines and travel agencies may be required. These documents describe the travel period, travel plan, fees, etc., and it is important to check them when traveling abroad.

Readiness Confirmation

We recommend that you do the following to confirm that you are ready to travel abroad.

• Passport and visa checks: Make sure you have the necessary documents to be able to enter the country at your destination. We recommend that you check the expiry date of your passport and visa and renew if necessary.
• Check your health insurance: Make sure you have health insurance in case you get sick or injured while abroad. We recommend that you do not forget to bring your health insurance certificate with you when traveling abroad.
• Check your passport photo: Make sure you have a passport and make sure it's not expired. If it's expired or you don't have a passport, we recommend getting a new passport.
• Check your International Driving Permit: You need an International Driving Permit if you want to rent a car abroad or drive your own vehicle abroad. We recommend that you check whether you have an international driver's license and obtain one if necessary.

When traveling abroad, it is also important to check flight tickets and hotel reservations, as well as travel goods and luggage.

Travel itinerary and budget planning

“Planning the itinerary and budget” refers to planning where to go in what order and what kind of budget to set when traveling.

For example, when traveling in Japan, the first thing you need to do is decide on your destination. Then, you need to decide what kind of sightseeing spots and restaurants to go to at that destination, and what kind of transportation to use. On top of that, you can plan your trip by putting together an itinerary and setting a budget accordingly.

For example, consider the following travel itinerary and budget planning example:

• Purpose of trip: Sightseeing in Europe
• Travel schedule:
  • Day 1: Visit Caetano Cathedral in Rome, Italy
  • Day 2: Visit Piazza Duori in Florence, Italy
  • Day 3: Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Bologna, Italy
  • Day 4: Travel from Bologna, Italy to Paris, France and visit the Eiffel Tower in Paris
  • Day 5: Visit the Louvre Museum in Paris
  • Day 6: Visit Place Saint-Germain in Paris and enjoy French cuisine at a Parisian restaurant in the evening
  • Day 7: Travel from Paris to London, England and visit the British Museum in London
• budget:
  • Travel fee: 50,000 yen
  • Accommodation fee: 30,000 yen
  • Sightseeing fee: 20,000 yen
  • Food and drink: 20,000 yen
  • Others: 10,000 yen

Reservation of transportation and accommodation

Means of transportation include airplanes, bullet trains, buses, cars, and bicycles. Each travel method has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Accommodation options include hotels, inns, private lodgings, and campgrounds. Each lodging facility has different prices, facilities, and locations, so it is important to consider your purpose, budget, and personal preferences when choosing the best lodging.

For example, consider the following example of "reservation of transportation and accommodation when traveling".

Carrying important items such as wallets, cards, IDs, etc.

It refers to carrying important items such as wallets, cards, and IDs when traveling abroad. When traveling abroad, you will often need money, cards, and IDs that can be used in foreign countries, so it is important to prepare them in advance before traveling.

For example, consider the following example of carrying important items such as wallets, cards, and IDs when traveling abroad.

• Wallets: Foreign currencies are used abroad. When traveling abroad, it is important to prepare money in advance that can be used at the destination. For example, when traveling abroad, you can carry it in your wallet by exchanging foreign currency that can be used at your destination from Japanese yen. Also, when traveling abroad, it is necessary to carry cash that can be used for local shopping and eating.

• Cards: When traveling abroad, it is convenient to carry a credit card that can be used overseas. Overseas, it is not common to pay with cash, so by carrying a card that can be used overseas, you can enjoy shopping and dining without using cash. Also, when traveling abroad, it is necessary to carry a card that can be used for deposits and withdrawals at local ATMs.

• ID: When traveling internationally, it is necessary to carry an ID with you to prove your identity at your destination. When traveling abroad, it is important to carry an ID that can be used for ordering at restaurants and cafes at your destination, or for checking in at airports.

Local communication (language barriers, securing telephone and internet connection means)

When you go abroad, it is very important to communicate with the local community.

To do so, we must first overcome the language barrier. A language barrier is a gap that occurs when people who speak different languages ​​communicate with each other.

To do that, we first need a tool for people who speak different languages ​​to communicate with each other. For that, you need a phone or internet connection.

For example, when traveling to the United States, Japanese speakers must first learn English in order to communicate with Americans. In addition, there are few Japanese speakers in the United States, so it is necessary to find someone who speaks English. To do this, you can use the phone or the internet to find someone who speaks English.

In addition, a telephone or Internet connection is necessary for people who speak different languages ​​to communicate with each other. For example, when calling from Japan to the United States, you must use an international call. You can also use the Internet to chat with people who speak different languages.

summary

When traveling abroad, there are various things to be aware of, so it is important to prepare in advance. Please keep the above 7 points in mind and enjoy your trip abroad.