How to plan the first international trip: Complete step by step

For destinations in South America, the document is not mandatory. But for other places, the passport is essential and, therefore, it must be duly renewed and authorized.

Not to mention that some countries require that the passport has at least 6 months validity.

Being properly vaccinated is a basic requirement for some destinations. Yellow fever, for example, is one of the most requested international proofs of vaccination.

To find out if your destination requires these conditions, consult here.

It is possible to buy extremely cheap tickets at certain times of the year, days of the week and even at certain times of the day, with early morning ideal for this purpose. It is always necessary to be aware of promotions on websites and travel agencies.

Since this is a long trip, comfort when choosing a seat is paramount. Therefore, do not leave this habit for the last minute, when checking in.

There are websites that indicate the best option for your flight, such as: Seat Guru, Expert Flyer, Business Traveller. These tools allow you to check the possibility of reserving a comfortable seat without extra fees. Thus, the choice will be made calmly and with plenty of time for analysis.

Normally, international companies offer meals during flights, with the value included in the ticket. In case of food restrictions, it is possible to contact the company with which you will be flying in advance and let them know what you can or cannot eat.

The same goes for people with disabilities who need special assistance during the flight.

International travel is an excellent way to earn a considerable amount of miles.

For those who don't know, miles are a way found by airlines to reward their most frequent customers, encouraging them not to fly with competitors. What is offered in exchange for exclusivity are airline tickets, issued with the balance acquired.

You can purchase miles at check-in or after your flight. But the sooner the better.

To make a trip according to your expectations, the road map is a primary element.

You should research aspects such as tours in the city, how much it costs to enter tourist attractions, know the climate in the region, the type of clothing allowed in each place (depending on the culture this is paramount), thinking about ways to move from one side to the other and so on against.

All this prevents you from getting into trouble outside Brazil.

With the itinerary ready, it is possible to have an idea of ​​expenses with the trip. A margin must be calculated on how much will be spent on hotels, food, transportation, tours, shopping and even an extra for unforeseen events must be considered for your first international trip (and for all the others you take in life).

However, these aspects are very relative. If you stay in hostels, for example, the cost will be much cheaper than if you stay in traditional hotels. Shopping in supermarkets will be infinitely cheaper than eating in restaurants, and so on.

Another important point is the currency. You need to do research on the destination, which currency is used there and how much is the exchange rate and IOF rates when changing. Try to find out if it is more advantageous to buy the local currency in the country itself or to take the money already exchanged from Brazil.

Credit cards can also be useful, as long as they are internationally accepted. Check possible service fees.

When booking accommodation, do not take into account only the price but also the location, according to the places you intend to visit, accessibility to public transport and so on. against.

Therefore, it is of paramount importance to secure the reservation as soon as possible.

Of course, when we go on a trip, the last thing we want to think about is an incident and, therefore, we end up forgetting about this aspect, which is actually fundamental.

To protect yourself while you are out of the country, especially with regard to your health, always have travel assistance. The best part is that there is insurance for every budget.

It is necessary to pay attention to the weight limit stipulated by the airlines, in addition to the fact that consider the space for souvenirs on the way back, think about the climate of the country and the journey is also essential.

Loss or theft of cards and documents can also happen during an international trip.

To avoid headaches, leave copies of your tickets, passport, hotel reservations, and so on with a trusted person in Brazil. In addition, in the event of unforeseen events, establishing ways and periods of contact with this person also ensures that they can be useful on these occasions.

Having made all the recommendations above, during the journey you should always be aware of information at the airport, connections, among other important aspects.

Arrive at the airport in advance and be informed about the airports you will be passing through, about the connections you will make on the way out and back.

In case of luggage loss, you must contact your airline to solve the problem. Therefore, always have that joker piece of clothing in hand, along with your most important personal belongings, such as documents and cell phones.

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