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Must Do's
We, at Travel Exchange, strongly believe in making your trip more comfortable
and enjoyable. We have categorised various useful information beforehand
covering the minutest details as well as the vital aspects of your trip. We
offer you a guaranteed assistance and friendly guidance throughout your trip.
What to take
along?
w Keep a copy of your passport, travel
visa, airline tickets and travel documents, besides the originals. Also keep the
copies separate from the originals
w Don't
forget to take an International Driving Licence, which can be obtained through
the Automobile Association. Otherwise keep your Driving Licence with photo for
identification even if you are not planning to drive.
w Remember to keep an 'in case of emergency card' that
should contain your blood type, allergies and special medical conditions, along
with the names and numbers of your doctors.
w Do not forget to keep an extra pair of eyeglasses and a
list of your medicines in your carry-on luggage.
What
to leave behind?
w A copy of your passport,
travel visas, airline tickets, insurance documents and a list of any charge or
credit cards.
w A copy of the itinerary of
your trip and important phone numbers.
w A
copy of your Travellers' Cheques' serial numbers and other such details.
Tips for hassle-free travel
w Check that your passport is not approaching expiry date.
w Sign each Travellers' Cheque on the top
left corner to protect yourself in case of loss or theft.
w Remember to put your name, address, and telephone number
inside each piece of checked and carry-on luggage.
w Don't miss locking your luggage.
w If possible, use your business address on your luggage.
w Its advisable to register valuable items
such as cameras, laptop computers, and jewellery with customs, before departing.
This will save you the import fees when you return.
w Plan to travel in comfortable and sober clothing to
avoid attracting any undue attention.
Precautions
while on the move
w Never leave your luggage
unattended. Place them between your feet, or against your legs.
w Watch out your carry-on items closely when you go
through the security clearance.
w Try to
avoid currency exchange windows and prefer exchanging only a small amount.
w Note down beforehand how many pieces of
luggage and other items you have brought with you.
w Avoid taking unauthorised taxis and buses to your
destination.
w Make sure that your whole
luggage is placed inside the taxi trunk and the lid is well covered.
w Unless the individual is known to you, do
not accept an offer to share a taxi.
For safe stay at
Hotel:
w Get a Safety Deposit Box upon
check-in for your passport, airline ticket, most of your cash, travellers'
cheques, jewellery and other valuables. Carry only a passport copy.
w Avoid leaving your valuables in the room
while you are away. Don't leave them even in locked luggage or guest room safes.
w While leaving the room, switch on
television or radio set to give the impression that the room is occupied.
w Never use display signs like requesting
for room cleaning services. It indicates that room is unoccupied hence exposed
to any kind of theft.
While on the
Road...
w Carry only limited cash or
travellers' cheque, which you plan to use during your trip, away from your
hotel.
w Men should carry their wallets in
their front pockets and women should carry their purses close to their bodies
with the latch facing in.
w If possible
carry money and identification in a separate, small wallet.
w Carry small amount of money separate from the rest of
your money so that you don't have to show your cash every time you make a
purchase.
w In areas where people naturally
stand close to you like airports, trains, bus elevators, escalators and open-air
market, remain extra alert.
w Travel with a
detailed map of the city and prominently mark the hotel, embassy and police
station. You should be familiar with the directions of the city before leaving
the hotel.
wCarry a piece of hotel
stationary with you. It comes in handy when communicating with local taxi
drivers.
When confronted with crime...
w Resisting a robber from taking away your belongings may
cost your life. Never oppose the robber as your safety is more important than
what you are carrying.
w Raise a noise, you
might get some help.
w The copy of the
police report is essential for verification with insurance and in replacing
stolen cards / travellers' cheques. Make it a point to keep it.
w Immediately report the theft of credit or charge cards.
w In the event of your passport and airline
tickets being lost or stolen, contact the embassy and the appropriate airline.
The extra copies can be used to expedite the replacement.
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