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Travel Tip
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Why?
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Travel in small groups of 2 or 4 pax
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It allows for a comfortable and healthy compromise on the places and activities that everyone in the group can enjoy
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Easier, more convenient, and more cost effective to book shared travel services
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Deeper connections and richer conversations within a smaller group
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Use a travel currency card (with stored local currencies) to transact
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Lower transaction fees
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Better control of your spending by understanding the real cost of things, and catch mistakes or scams more easily
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More convenient and less distractions when making payments
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More secure than cash since travel currency cards usually have security features that prevent others from using your card illegally
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Remember to always hold some small denominations of the local currency
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Very helpful when you travel on local public buses and trains
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Avoids change problems as some sellers may not have enough small change if you use large bill
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Reduces risk and attention by limiting your financial loss if a bill is misplaced
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Easy for tipping
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Prevents certain scams relating to using large bills (e.g. claiming you paid with a smaller note)
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Plan for only 3 places to explore for each day
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Reduces travel time stress when commuting from one place to another
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Fully explore and get the most value out of the places that you go to
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Avoid burnout, stress, and frustration - A relaxed pace keeps the trip fun and sustainable
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Allows for more flexibility for spontaneous moments - Some of the best travel experiences are unplanned
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Better for group harmony as it gives more time to each person in the group to enjoy sufficiently
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Make sure your body is well-covered when you enter into religious sites
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Cultural respect and etiquette
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Inappropriate clothing can make attendees feel uncomfortable or disrespected
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Respectful dressing often leads to friendlier interactions, more helpful guidance from locals, and a deeper cultural experience
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Remove your shoes and hat before you enter religious sites
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A gesture of humility, reverence, and acknowledging that the place is spiritually significant
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Some countries may have laws that prosecute people for showing disrespect and "defiling" the institution and place of worship
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In several cultures, wearing a hat indoors can symbolize superiority, disregard, and a lack of humility
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It helps to keep the sacred space clean
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Try not to bargain (and find another seller if you are not comfortable with the price)
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In many developing countries, small shop owners and market sellers work long hours and rely on low-profit items to support their families through daily sales
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Better shopping experience as you interact more positively with sellers, avoid stressful or awkward negotiations
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Bring along a small bottle of sanitizer
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Maintains personal hand hygiene and prevent illnesses
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Travel often involves eating street food or snacks on the go - Sanitizing hands before eating helps prevent ingesting germs
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Use language translators (android)
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For ease of communication with the locals especially when travelling to the suburbs area
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.translator
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.translate
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deepl.mobiletranslator
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.naver.labs.translator
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Use language translators (iOS)
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For ease of communication with the locals especially when travelling to the suburbs area
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-translator/id1018949559
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-translate/id414706506
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/naver-papago-ai-translator/id1147874819
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Mandatory packlist for travel
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Passport (always ensure validity)
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Offline copy of your visa application
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Phone with international roaming activated or eSIM purchased, and charger with power adapter
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Digital currency card (e.g. Wise Account Travel Card, YouTrip) or Physical bank card (i.e. bank credit card)
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Small amounts of cash in local currency and your home currency
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Optional (medium priority) pack list for travelling light
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First Aid Kit: medicine for personal use (asthma inhaler, pain reliever), insect repellent, scissors, gloves, thermometer, hand sanitizer, bandage, tweezer, gauze, antiseptic cream, aloe vera cream, sunscreen, plasters
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Clothing: jacket, 1 set of top and bottoms per day of travel (capped at 10 days of travel - any longer, consider doing your laundry as you travel), sleepwear (if you prefer), undergarments, waterproof bag (to keep your clothes dry if the weather is prone to be wet)
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Footwear: 1 pair of socks per every 1-2 days, 1 pair of slippers, 1 pair of walking shoes, 1 pair of trekking shoes (if you intend to do hiking in the mountains)
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Optional (low priority) pack list for travelling light
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Entertainment: headphones, tablets, media access (netflix / prime / iTunes), travel soft toy (for kids)
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Stationery: 1 pen, 1 notebook (if you are into noting down your travel experiences)
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Toiletries: shower gel, shampoo, toothpaste/toothbrush, comb, nail clippers, ear cotton buds, shaver, body deodorant
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