How to Prepare for Travelling Abroad

Here is a quick list of essential things you should do before taking your trip

* Make sure that your passport is valid for six months after the date you travel, as some countries would not allow you to enter if it expires before.

* Check the requirements for entering the country you are traveling to. If a visa is required make sure to get the correct one.

* If you have not already filled the emergency contact details in your passport, make sure to do so.

* Get travel insurance to cover any medical emergency, lost luggage and flight delay.

* It is important to not only have electronic copies but also hard copies of your ticket, accommodation reservations, and passport.

* Inform a trusted family or friend about where you are traveling to, give them your contact details, a copy of your itinerary and passport.

* Get your travel money early and make sure you have access to funds in case of an emergency. If you are going to buy currency, the cheapest rates can be found online.

* Consider taking different forms of payment such as cash, debit card, and credit card. Make sure to inform your bank and credit card provider of your travel plans before you go.

* Learn as much as you can about the history and customs of your destination.

* Some countries charge entrance and exit fees and these are not included in your ticket.

* Pack appropriate clothing depending on the culture of your destination, the weather, activities you plan on doing, the length of your stay and airline luggage allowances.

* It is wise to pack an extra set of clothing in your hand luggage.

* Check the voltage and plugs used as you might need to pack a charger adaptor to use your electronics.

* Pre-book now for activities you want to do, places you want to visit and if you want to rent a car.

* Make sure to secure your home and have someone check on it routinely.

Fancy A Winter Escape?

So, the temperature is already plummeting and winter is fast approaching, bringing even colder weather and the possibility of snow. Days are set to be shorter, which means longer, colder, darker nights.

Why not take a break to a tropical destination? It would be like experiencing summer in winter. No cold weather, no snow, more daylight. Thus, boosting your Vitamin D levels, which are even lower during the winter.  For your personal well-being this year, avoid the dreaded  'winter blues' and plan a winter break to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.  Remember, it is off-season so your holiday would come at a much cheaper price and there would be fewer crowds around to contend with.

 

For a summer experience in winter, you would never forget, beautiful sunny weather with average temperatures of eighty-five degrees Fahrenheit. Make Curacao the ideal location for your perfect winter vacation destination.

Curacao is part of the kingdom of the Netherlands with a European flair,  an island in the southern Caribbean Sea, located approximately 40 miles north of  Venezuela.  It has a remarkably diverse population of 160,000 people, with a rich heritage and a booming culture.  Willemstad, the capital is a captivating town being the only World Heritage Site in the Caribbean. There, you can visit world-class museums such as the Kura Hulanda Museum and the floating pedestrian swinging Queen Emma Bridge. There are also a number of unique hotels to choose from and popular nightclubs for your nightly entertainment.  You would be enthralled by the bright, pastel-color homes and businesses which would remind you of Amsterdam.  It's certainly a great atmosphere for just wandering around, shopping or sightseeing. 

With thirty-five, crystal clear, calm, beautiful beaches, it is the ideal location for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling or doing any other type of water sports. Visit Playa Porto Marie, for one of the best undersea explorations, or if you need to get some physical activity, choose one of three trails there for hiking or riding a mountain bike. Don't forget to visit  Christoffel National Park where you can see nature at its best. You can hike or ride to the top of the mountain where you would be rewarded with the most unforgettable scenic views.

For a more relaxing pace, take a stroll on Mambo Beach Boulevard and visit the shops or dine under the stars at one of the many restaurants. 

Take a yoga class or swim with the dolphins and later relax and enjoy the amazing sunset.

Consistently ranked as one of the most affordable enchanting islands in the Caribbean.  Curacao is your perfect island getaway.  What are you waiting for? Book your winter escape today.