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Everyone needs a break, and vacations should be fun, but you still need to prepare
properly in order to be safe, healthy and to get the most out of the experience. You
need to think about what you should take with you, and the requirements of your
chosen destination.

If you’re traveling abroad, don’t leave it until the last minute to check if your
passport is valid! Also, certain countries may also require you to have a visa. The
relevant Embassy, or your travel agent can advise you on this. Insurance is also an
important consideration, and should include cover against your luggage being lost or
your cash being stolen etc. Make sure you’ve got adequate Medical Insurance, and
that must include any extra cover you may need for injuries sustained on the ski
slopes or any extreme sports. You also need to check what vaccinations are needed,
if any, for your destination and this needs to be done well in advance. There are
likely to be stricter requirements for remote or rural areas than in city locations.

Traveling in your own country is of course simpler, but you still need to ensure
that you have enough medicine or any prescription drugs you are currently taking
with you, for the trip. If going abroad with these, carry a Doctor’s note with them,
and store in the original labeled bottle or packet.

Many people are reckless, when it comes to exposure to the sun. Have plenty sun
block with you, with special thought as to the correct protection for babies and
children in your party. Take sunglasses and sun hats.

Whether your journey involves a long car trip, or flying, we all know there can be
frustrating delays and things don’t always go according to plan. Pack plenty things
to keep the young ones entertained; games for the little ones and music downloads
for the teenagers.

Finally, packing can be a dark art, but the simple rule is having lots of layers
with you, even the hottest places can be chilly in the evening. Take that
blockbuster book you’ve been saving, and enjoy yourself, safe in the knowledge, that
you are organized!

The author of this article Terrell, is the webmaster and owner of the new website http://www.costa-ricatravel.com which is about his backpacking experience in Cloud Forest in Costa Rica.

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