• Make sure
you fill in the emergency contact details in your
passport. This will make it much easier for us
to contact someone if necessary
• Tell a friend or relative where you are
going and for how long for - give them some idea
of your itinerary if possible and an emergency
contact number
• Take enough money for your trip and some
back-up funds in a mix of cash and travellers
cheque - make a note of the cheques’ numbers
before you go
• Invest in a good travel guide to help
you plan your trip
• Driving abroad? Make sure your licence
is current and valid. Make sure you are aware
of the driving laws in the country you are visiting
• Check HM Revenue & Customs Travel
website for information on duty-free allowances,
banned goods etc.