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street vendors, small shops, taxis).
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Notify your bank. Tell them your travel dates and destinations to avoid frozen accounts.
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Use ATM inside banks. Avoid standalone ATMs (skimming risk).
Phone and Data
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International plan. Check with your carrier. Or buy an eSIM (Airalo, Holafly) for affordable data.
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Download offline maps. Google Maps allows offline downloads. Do this before you leave.
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Save emergency numbers. Local police, embassy, and your hotel.
Health and Safety
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Check vaccine requirements. Some countries require yellow fever or COVID-19 vaccination proof.
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Carry medications in original bottles. With prescriptions.
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