🛂 Passport & Visa – Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months. Check if your destination requires a visa (apply in advance or check visa-on-arrival rules).
💳 Money – Carry some local currency for small expenses. Use a forex card or international debit/credit card for safety and better exchange rates.
✈️ Flights & Stay – Book flights early for lower prices. Reserve hotels/hostels or Airbnb in advance and keep printed + digital copies of bookings.
📑 Documents – Carry both physical and digital copies of passport, visa, tickets, hotel booking, and travel insurance. Store them in cloud/email for backup.
🩺 Health – Get travel insurance (medical + baggage cover). Pack essential medicines and check if your destination requires vaccinations (like Yellow Fever for Africa).
📱 Connectivity – Buy an international roaming plan or a local SIM/eSIM at your destination for internet and maps. Keep WhatsApp & Google Maps ready.
🛡️ Safety – Avoid carrying too much cash, keep valuables safe, use official taxis/public transport, and follow local laws & customs.