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The 6 points to study
Entry requirements into the country
In times of pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, it is all the more important to find out about the documents to provide to enter a new country.
Depending on the destination, you may need:
Passport
Visa
Vaccines​​
Sanitary tests
Insurance
Learn about the local way of life
How do you get around easily and cheaply? metro, tram, bus, taxi, scooter...
What is the cost of living? Which currency to use? Do we have to tip?
What are the sports and cultural infrastructures? ​
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Choose your means of transport
This decision is becoming more and more difficult, in particular for ecological reasons. It is therefore up to everyone to ensure that they organize their trips as well as possible by avoiding the massive use of energy-intensive means of transport. If possible, give yourself more time to travel differently and enjoy the landscapes!
Fill your suitcase
Find out first about the climate of your destination. No need to bother with sweatshirts or coats for Cambodia for example!
Especially if you are going away for several weeks, don't forget to take with you an aid kit.
Clothing, underwear, toiletries, backpack, credit card will be essential but, to have experienced it, do not encumber yourself unnecessarily with all your pairs of shoes.
Telephone subscriptions, credit card...
Often more interesting to choose a new SIM card and avoid additional costs from your operator
Check the offers of your bank abroad so as not to end up with commissions on each payment
Housing
Expat groups are very active and you won't have trouble finding a great roommate
Guesthouse, homestay... it is easy to find even on a day-to-day basis and at a lower cost
Booking, Airbnb...