Whether you’re traveling for business or vacation, there are a few essential items you should pack when going on an international trip. In addition to the requirements specific to your destination, such as vaccinations or documentation, here are five items to add to your list.

5 Must-Haves for a Trip Abroad

1. Your Passport

Your passport is your key to leaving and re-entering the country, and it also serves as a source of identification when you’re traveling abroad. Make sure you’re carrying it when you head to the airport. Once you’ve reached your destination, keep it in a safe place and make sure it’s on your person or in your luggage whenever you check out of a hotel. While you can contact the local U.S. consulate or embassy if you lose it and need to provide identification, you can avoid this inconvenience altogether by taking these precautions.

2. Layers of Clothing

Even if you’ve researched your destination’s climate and upcoming forecast, plan for some variations in weather patterns. For instance, if you’re visiting during a warmer time of year, consider packing a lightweight jacket or sweatshirt for evenings out. Wearable layers are particularly convenient for sightseeing on vacation.

3. Plug Adapter

Your travel plans can quickly go downhill when you discover that your phone charger isn’t compatible with the outlet in your hotel room. Avoid this by packing a universal plug adapter with USB ports for charging your devices. Since different regions use different kinds of outlets, you can reuse a universal adapter wherever you’re traveling, as opposed to purchasing a separate region-specific adapter for each trip.

4. Travel-Friendly Credit Card

Even if you plan to exchange your U.S. dollars for foreign currency, consider bringing a credit card as backup. Avoid driving charges up by bringing a credit card that doesn’t have foreign transaction fees. 

5. Personal Hotspot

Some hotels provide free wireless internet, and you’ll likely find Wi-Fi hotspots at restaurants, museums, and cafes, but having a hotspot on hand will help you manage in those in-between spots. If you’re lost on the way to a conference or restaurant, being able to access your trusty navigation app on the go will make all the difference. Catch up on emails, contact friends, or upload pictures without any worries about Wi-Fi access with a mobile hotspot.

Whether you’re planning a family vacation or a quick getaway, DiMaria Travel Agency can help you book a hassle-free international or domestic trip. Serving Monroe County, NY, this agency can arrange tours, airfare, lodging, and all other travel arrangements to any destination you have in mind. Browse through some of their popular destinations online or call (585) 271-0100 to begin booking your getaway.