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Although vacations are meant to be a refreshing hiatus from our hectic jobs and fast-paced life, we have to be careful not to check out too soon. There is a lot of preparation that goes into making your trip comfortable and care-free. Continuing with last week’s topic, here are a few more suggestions to ensure all the pieces fall into place.
· Apply for any necessary visas well in advance. At this time, Scandinavia and the Baltics do not require visas for U.S. citizens looking to travel. However, Russia does require a visa and it is important to apply early. We will supply you with the appropriate documentation for this process. We do not process applications directly, but we recommend you to reputable organizations that offer this service. Additionally, we have a person on staff that is able to answer your questions when filling out your visa forms.
· Notify your credit card company when and where you will be traveling abroad. A lot of credit cards have security precautions in place to freeze accounts when a card is being used frequently in a suspicious location. It is always wise to contact your credit card company in advance and let them know of your travels for this reason. It is also advisable to keep copies of your credit card numbers on you in case you happen to lose your card.
· We recommend pulling out foreign currency when you reach the airport or using the ATM. Unless you have an attractive credit card rates or a really friendly bank, the best exchange rate you are going to get is from the airport or using the ATM. It often varies on what credit card company you have or what bank you use, so it is useful to do some research before you travel. Also, if you know the dollar is dropping, it may be better to make your exchange in advance.
· Always double check your flight time 24 hours prior to departure. The times we list on your flight itinerary are last updated when we sent out your documents two weeks prior to departure. Flight times may change in the interim so it is always best to log onto the SAS or Icelandair website and double check your flights.
· When traveling by air, especially transatlantic, we highly recommend giving yourself ample amount of time at the airport. Arriving at least three hours ahead of your departure is a good start. Be patient at the airport and understand that the airlines are under a lot of stress. If something does change with your flight, the best course of action is to go to the nearest airport counter for your carrier and they will be able to assist you.
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