Travel Tips
Travelling can be a very worthwhile and rewarding experience. Whether it's your first time to leave or you are a seasoned traveller, there are a numer of things you need to consider when you are preparing for travel.

Coordinate your clothes around one or two basic colors. This cuts down on the number of shoes and accessories you have to bring. Take as few clothes as possible. Always check the weather of the country where you are going before packing, this will help you to pack appropriate clothes. Don't buy loads of new clothes - be ruthless when packing - most people can manage with half what they take. Take an extra duffel bag - it can be used as a day bag and to bring back a few souvenirs. A small first aid kit could be very useful for minor injuries. A wide brimmed hat or cap can be very useful for preventing sun stroke on very hot days. High factor sun cream will help to minimize the risks of sun burn and skin cancer. Good quality sun glasses will make you look cool and stop you from cooking your eyes. Ear plugs can be a real 'God send' when there is a loud snorer in your dorm! Headache tablets for hangovers etc.

Don't pack your passport in your rucksack - keep it in your hand luggage with your tickets. Do not carry your passport around, leave it in the safe in your hotel. A photocopy will suffice if local law states that you need to.

Read up about your destinations before leaving so you can enjoy yourself straight away on arrival. Carrying maps around looking perplexed, and stopping to look at monuments or buildings, obviously shows that you are from out of town, and may attract the wrong type of attention.

Do not pull large amounts of cash out of your pocket. This will catch attention, no matter what country you are in. Carry only enough cash to make it through the day and leave the rest in the hotel’s safe. Don’t draw attention to yourself, avoid wearing flashy jewelry.

Try to think about where you are going that day and carry sufficient cash for that and any unforeseen extras, plus a card. That should cover all you need and will limit any losses if anything did happen. Avoid making long distance calls from your hotel room; it's likely to attract a huge premium.

Do not accept drinks from anybody that you have just met, especially if in dubious surroundings or do not know, they could be laced with any type of concoction.

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If you intend to drive , make sure that your driving licence is valid and that you bring it with you. Some countries outside may require you to hold an International Driving Permit in addition to your driving licence.
v Always make sure you are properly insured for driving while overseas. Electrical equipment

Electrical plugs and sockets in other countries will be different from those in use in INDIA. You may need