It's a good idea to travel light. As a woman alone, you'll be far less vulnerable and much more independent if you're not loaded down with heavy luggage and extra bags. Depending on your style of travel, a small suitcase on wheels or a backpack is a good luggage choice. Try to make sure you have at least one hand free at all times.
A few days before your departure, you might want to try some test walks. Pack your bag and make your way around the block. Visualize yourself climbing subway stairs or getting on and off a train unassisted. You'll probably go home and reduce the bag's contents by half.
A fanny pack, tote bag or small day pack is useful for shorter excursions. If you plan to do a lot of shopping, you'll need an extra lightweight bag to bring your souvenirs home.
It's smart to keep your luggage locked at all times. Carry several small locks and two sets of keys.
Avoid expensive-looking camera bags. They may only serve to identify you as a wealthy tourist. Be creative. Try using a diaper bag instead.
Luggage tags with flaps that hide your name and address from inquiring eyes are a smart idea. They protect your anonymity and thwart would-be thieves who may try to identify the empty home you've left behind.
Taking a handbag? One that has zippered inner compartments for added security and a thick shoulder strap that goes over your head as well as your shoulder is ideal. The best way to carry your handbag is in front of you, next to your stomach. This way, it isn't easily accessible to pickpockets.
Showing posts with label Travel Tips. Show all posts
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Friday, April 23, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Travel Tips For Balikbayans
1. Don't buy or packed so many things in your baggage which are less important. It will just cause traveling discomfort if you have so much baggage to check in or to be hand carried along. This could also add your expenses, because you need to pay some charges for the Excess Baggage.
2. If you can get it locally, there’s no need to buy those things and bring back as well. Philippines have so many high quality products for export, such as shoes, bags, garments, canned foods and many others. If I saw some of our exported products abroad, I feel proud for my country and for myself as Filipino.
3. If you bring back numbers of packages, it will just attract the street robbers’ attention because they are going to think that you have much money as well. They can follow you while you travel and it’s possible that they could stop you by the road to steal your things and as well as your life.
4. You shouldn’t accept baggage from people that you really don’t know even they’re your friends or neighbors. You should know the content of the package before including it in your baggage because it is possible that the content is prohibited such as illegal drugs.
5. Don’t bring large cash on hand. It’s always safe to send your money at the bank or remittance centers days before the departure. You should have a bank account at home, where you can send your income regularly and just withdraw if needed while on vacation in the Philippines. And also, take an extra care when changing foreign notes in Money Changer shops.
6. Don't include important papers and valuable properties in your baggage. Always have it in your hand carried luggage. There are many cases that your baggage will be left behind, so if you have important documents in that baggage, it is also possible that you can’t retrieve it anymore.
7. Remove traces from your belongings that say you came from overseas. Luggage stickers and other signs should be removed from your boxes, bags etc.
8. Don't wear outfits that you look like a "rich person", don't wear expensive looking shirts, shoes, bags etc. and some jewelry. It's always better to be a simple person.
2. If you can get it locally, there’s no need to buy those things and bring back as well. Philippines have so many high quality products for export, such as shoes, bags, garments, canned foods and many others. If I saw some of our exported products abroad, I feel proud for my country and for myself as Filipino.
3. If you bring back numbers of packages, it will just attract the street robbers’ attention because they are going to think that you have much money as well. They can follow you while you travel and it’s possible that they could stop you by the road to steal your things and as well as your life.
4. You shouldn’t accept baggage from people that you really don’t know even they’re your friends or neighbors. You should know the content of the package before including it in your baggage because it is possible that the content is prohibited such as illegal drugs.
5. Don’t bring large cash on hand. It’s always safe to send your money at the bank or remittance centers days before the departure. You should have a bank account at home, where you can send your income regularly and just withdraw if needed while on vacation in the Philippines. And also, take an extra care when changing foreign notes in Money Changer shops.
6. Don't include important papers and valuable properties in your baggage. Always have it in your hand carried luggage. There are many cases that your baggage will be left behind, so if you have important documents in that baggage, it is also possible that you can’t retrieve it anymore.
7. Remove traces from your belongings that say you came from overseas. Luggage stickers and other signs should be removed from your boxes, bags etc.
8. Don't wear outfits that you look like a "rich person", don't wear expensive looking shirts, shoes, bags etc. and some jewelry. It's always better to be a simple person.
OFW Travel Tips
Health
Talk to your travel agent about any shots or health
precautions. Anything required?
If shots are required, plan in advance with your
physician. This should enable you to avoid any side effects as you travel.
If medication is required, carry 2 sets, one in your
luggage, and one with you.
Also keep prescription labels with you for replacement.
Some travel time should be devoted for Rest and
relaxation. A travel pillow and/ or eye mask is very helpful.
Before and all through your journey drink plenty of
water and get a lot of rest. To readjust to the time zones, take short naps. This is the
best help.
Check out the US State Department home page to see the
latest updates on the country you are visiting, to be up to date on the health and
political bulletins, and for other important travel information.
Etiquette
Be aware of language use, dining etiquette along with
appropriate dress and other customs associated with where you are in the world. This will
contribute greatly to the success of your trip.
Money, Documents, Passports
Copies of passports, visas, and any other important
documents should be made in case of loss or theft.
Some foreign currency should be purchased ahead of
traveling abroad for ground transportation and tipping. You can stop by your local bank
to exchange up a small amount of foreign currency before you travel abroad.
Click here to go to check the current foreign
exchange rate for your travel destination.
Packing
Pack tightly. Packing loosely wastes precious
space and causes clothes to wrinkle.
Use a divider shelf to separate accessories,
irregularly shaped items, and shoes from your garments.
You may also want to stuff your shoes with underwear
or socks so they won't be crushed during your travels.
Suits, dresses, shirts, and blouses should be packed
in a plastic dry cleaner bags to limit wrinkling.
Roll pajamas, nightgowns, sweaters, and other casual
wear to fill small spaces when possible, BUT don't cram your suitcase full. If you
have to force your luggage to close, remove a few items to prevent broken hinges or
zippers along the way.
Try the "interweaving method" of
packing for your next trip. Drape longer garments such as dresses and pants around the
suitcase with the ends hanging over the sides. Then fold shorter items such as jackets,
shirts and blouses around the longer garments so that the clothes cushion each other.
Placing a piece of tissue paper between each layer of clothing will help prevent
wrinkling.
Pack each item one at a time in a clockwise
direction. When you have filled the bottom of the suitcase, begin the next layer
packing each item in a counter clockwise direction. In this way, you will form one
complete package of your clothes, eliminating wrinkles and securing all of your contents.
Always carry your travel documents, medication,
jewelry, traveler's checks, keys and other valuables in your hand luggage. These items
should NEVER be packed in luggage you plan to check.
To avoid travel delays when you depart check with the Transportation Security Administration to verify
that the items you are carrying on the plane are allowed onto the aircraft. You'll find a complete list of prohibited
items on TSA website.
Security
Lock your luggage to avoid accidental opening due
to rough handling or cabin pressure, and carry the keys in your hand luggage.
Remove old claim checks to avoid confusing
baggage handlers about your current destination.
Identify your luggage both inside and outside
with your name, address and telephone number, and make sure the outside tag is securely
fastened to your luggage.
Airport security has changed dramatically since the tragic
events of September 11, 2001. To ensure you get through security check points and to avoid travel delays, be sure to check the Transportation Security Administration's Tips for Travelers and Consumers before you fly.
Talk to your travel agent about any shots or health
precautions. Anything required?
If shots are required, plan in advance with your
physician. This should enable you to avoid any side effects as you travel.
If medication is required, carry 2 sets, one in your
luggage, and one with you.
Also keep prescription labels with you for replacement.
Some travel time should be devoted for Rest and
relaxation. A travel pillow and/ or eye mask is very helpful.
Before and all through your journey drink plenty of
water and get a lot of rest. To readjust to the time zones, take short naps. This is the
best help.
Check out the US State Department home page to see the
latest updates on the country you are visiting, to be up to date on the health and
political bulletins, and for other important travel information.
Etiquette
Be aware of language use, dining etiquette along with
appropriate dress and other customs associated with where you are in the world. This will
contribute greatly to the success of your trip.
Money, Documents, Passports
Copies of passports, visas, and any other important
documents should be made in case of loss or theft.
Some foreign currency should be purchased ahead of
traveling abroad for ground transportation and tipping. You can stop by your local bank
to exchange up a small amount of foreign currency before you travel abroad.
Click here to go to check the current foreign
exchange rate for your travel destination.
Packing
Pack tightly. Packing loosely wastes precious
space and causes clothes to wrinkle.
Use a divider shelf to separate accessories,
irregularly shaped items, and shoes from your garments.
You may also want to stuff your shoes with underwear
or socks so they won't be crushed during your travels.
Suits, dresses, shirts, and blouses should be packed
in a plastic dry cleaner bags to limit wrinkling.
Roll pajamas, nightgowns, sweaters, and other casual
wear to fill small spaces when possible, BUT don't cram your suitcase full. If you
have to force your luggage to close, remove a few items to prevent broken hinges or
zippers along the way.
Try the "interweaving method" of
packing for your next trip. Drape longer garments such as dresses and pants around the
suitcase with the ends hanging over the sides. Then fold shorter items such as jackets,
shirts and blouses around the longer garments so that the clothes cushion each other.
Placing a piece of tissue paper between each layer of clothing will help prevent
wrinkling.
Pack each item one at a time in a clockwise
direction. When you have filled the bottom of the suitcase, begin the next layer
packing each item in a counter clockwise direction. In this way, you will form one
complete package of your clothes, eliminating wrinkles and securing all of your contents.
Always carry your travel documents, medication,
jewelry, traveler's checks, keys and other valuables in your hand luggage. These items
should NEVER be packed in luggage you plan to check.
To avoid travel delays when you depart check with the Transportation Security Administration to verify
that the items you are carrying on the plane are allowed onto the aircraft. You'll find a complete list of prohibited
items on TSA website.
Security
Lock your luggage to avoid accidental opening due
to rough handling or cabin pressure, and carry the keys in your hand luggage.
Remove old claim checks to avoid confusing
baggage handlers about your current destination.
Identify your luggage both inside and outside
with your name, address and telephone number, and make sure the outside tag is securely
fastened to your luggage.
Airport security has changed dramatically since the tragic
events of September 11, 2001. To ensure you get through security check points and to avoid travel delays, be sure to check the Transportation Security Administration's Tips for Travelers and Consumers before you fly.
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