YourHolidays Travel Aware

• Ensure you are covered with appropriate Travel Insurance including any activities you may want to participate in. The cheapest is not always the one for you, make sure you red the policy wording and advise of any pre-existing health conditions. 

• If you are travelling in the EU, make sure your EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) /GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card) card is valid or apply for a EHIC/GHIC card. It does not replace insurance. It is free and you can apply here: https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/apply-for-a-free-uk-global-health-insurance-card-ghic/ 

• Make sure your passport is valid. Check well in advance your passport is valid for travel, no last minute nightmares stopping you from travelling as your passport has expired. https://www.gov.uk/renew-adult-passport/renew 

• Some countries require your passport to valid for up to 6 months after your arrival date. Check the entry requirements for the country you are planning to visit - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice 

• Keep your passport safe while travelling.

• It is sensible to make copies of your travel documents before you leave, store them in a secure and safe place.

• Do you need any vaccinations for entry to the country you are travelling to?

• Take enough money with you, make sure you have access to emergency funds.

• Tell someone if you are going away. Make sure someone knows where you are and they have an emergency contact for you.

• Do you intend to drive or hire a car abroad – make sure your driving licence is valid and have the necessary documentation.

• Have the contacts of local embassies and British consulate for support in a foreign country in case of emergencies - https://www.gov.uk/world/embassies 

• Local law and customs – make sure you are familiar with local practices and how they may differ from home. Be responsible and act responsibly when abroad.  

Further information can be found at: https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/