Top 10 Travel Tips

Many problems encountered overseas can be avoided if some simple precautions are taken. Follow our overseas travel tips to be well on your way to having a hassle-free journey.

1.  Check the latest travel advice for your destination royalindiatour.com before you go. Subscribe to receive free email notification each time the travel advice is updated.

2.  Take out travel insurance to cover any emergency such as hospital treatment.

3. Before travelling overseas register your travel and contact details online http://www.royalindiatour.com or at the local Indian embassy, high commission or consulate once you arrive so we can contact you in an emergency.

4.  Obey the law of the country you’re visiting. Don’t expect to be treated differently to the locals just because you’re from other country. Even if local laws appear harsh or unfair by your standards.

5.  Make sure you have the right visas for the countries you are visiting or transiting. Remember that a visa doesn’t
necessarily guarantee entry.

6.  Make copies of your passport details, insurance policy, and, visas . Make a list of traveller's cheque numbers and credit card numbers. Carry one copy in a separate place to the originals and leave a copy with someone at home.

7.  Consult your doctor regarding any recommended vaccinations and necessary health precautions to take whilst away . Also find out about taking medication overseas - certain medicines aren’t allowed in some countries.

8.  Make sure your passport has a minimum six months validity. Carry extra passport photos just in case your passport is lost or stolen and you need to replace it while away. Also carry a  certificate copy of your birth certificate in case you need a new passport.

9.  Keep in contact with friends and family back home and give them a copy of your itinerary so they know where you are at all times.

10.  Check to see if you’re regarded as a national of the country you plan to visit, and whether dual nationality will have any implications for your travel plans. Consulate Services Brochures.