Getting Organised Before a Long Trip

We all dream of going away on a long trip. Whether you plan to explore the world and see multiple countries, or are going to stay in one place, preparation is key to ensure a smooth trip without hassle. Here’s how you can get yourself organised before a long journey.

Make sure you have enough of your medication

One of the things that long-term travellers can find difficult is managing their medication. Depending on where you travel, finding certain prescription drugs can be difficult. Luckily, you can now get scripts online from a doctor and ensure you have enough to take on your trip. Make sure you carry medication in your hand luggage whenever possible, because if your luggage gets lost, you’ll still have your tablets safely with you. You should take the Binoculars for birding and hunting and keep in your bag.

Create a rough plan

Even if you plan to wing it a little and explore a country, you should make a rough plan to ensure you see everything you want and end up at your departure airport on the right date. It’s worth checking out the top exotic places to travel and making yourself a bucket list. While you usually won’t get to see every single thing you have planned, you can at least make sure you see the most important things. 

When making a plan for a longer trip, think about:

• Your budget
• What kind of activities you might want to plan
• What accommodation is available nearby
• Whether it’s safe to travel to the area

This will help you put together the perfect itinerary.

You can still travel light

When you go for a week away, you no doubt take enough clothes for every single day. But when you go on a long trip, you shouldn’t feel like you have to take every single thing you own, especially if you’re backpacking. It’s better to travel light and launder your clothes along the way. Most hostels have laundry facilities, while higher end hotels will offer a full service, with everything returned to you clean and pressed.

Check the visa situation

You may think that because you’re a tourist, you don’t need to worry about visas. In many cases, if you’re planning a short trip, you may not need a visa, but once you get a stay of over 90 days, you may need to apply to stay in the country. For example, if you are going for a longer trip to Australia, you may need to apply for a subclass 600 visitor visa, which could potentially allow you to stay for up to a year, depending on your circumstances. It’s important that you do your research and know the visa requirements before you step on a plane, as some countries won’t hesitate to send you back. 

Longer trips are a lot harder to plan than short stays, as you are essentially living overseas temporarily, so you’re more than just a tourist. Make sure you think of the practical things you’ll need during your stay, as well as doing some planning, so you can get the most out of your epic journey.