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TRAVEL TIPSAND USEFUL INFORMATION
MEDITERRANEANCOUNTRIES
Israel, Jordan, Egypt
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MoneyMoney Dollars are accepted everywhere
Take some $1 bills.
Always carry small coins in local currency.
MoneyMoneyUse ATMsPin must
be 4 digitsChange it and
try it out before
leaving on the trip.Check with your bank before
departure re: ATM status in destination country
LuggageLuggage
One carry-on One suitcase
Can also carry purse, laptop, etc.
Plan for variations in weather warm/cold/rain Bring casual clothing,
underwear, nighties, sweater/light jacket,
rain poncho Think layers
Think washable, wrinkle-free,
cool and compact. MINIMUM jewelry.
Comfortable shoes are a MUST! (lots of uneven walkways)
What to WearWhat to Wear
What to WearWhat to WearThe climate is Mediterranean similar
to the climate in California
Take comfortable shoes
Wear layers
Things To TakeThings To Take Plan for medication, health
and hygiene needs.
(You may not be able
to run out and buy
what you need)
Take copies of
prescriptions with you
Things To TakeThings To Take
Toiletries in small containers—just
the amount needed.
Take disposable items that can be tossed when you
are finished
PackingPacking
HEALTH ITEMS vitamins
aspirin medications
extra pair of glasses contact lens stuff
laxative diarrhea needs
decongestant
PackingPacking Make a list of luggage
contents and approximate value in case you have to fill out a baggage claim form.
Practice Pack! Lay out everything and start packing by priority. (Write it down; then pare it down!)
PackingPacking
Don’t Forget
Your Bible !
Packing – Consider the following
Packing – Consider the following
small sewing kit plastic folding cup wash cloth mirror shower cap small scissors travel alarm curling iron travel iron
camera Film – memory sticks umbrella voltage adaptor outlet adaptor watch other books small binoculars
Valuables SafetyValuables SafetyTake a money pouch worn
UNDER your clothes. Keep everything you can’t afford to
lose in it: passport, credit card, ATM card, drivers license,
money, etc.
Personal SafetyPersonal Safety
Adventuring
on your own?
Do it in groups of at least
3 or 4 persons
Valuables SafetyValuables SafetyMake photo copies of your passport photo page, your credit card, your driver’s license, your ATM card, and medical cards.
Give one set to a trusted traveling partner and put a set in your luggage when you are able to lock it.
Airport Arrival Airport Arrival
It will be necessary
for you to arrive
at the airport
at least 2 hours in advance of your
scheduled
departure.
Airport Security RemindersAirport Security Reminders No valuables in your checked baggage. No single bag may weigh more than 50lbs. Items over your allowance could be charged
as excess baggage. Label your bags with your name and
destination address on the free baggage labels at the airport.
Put your name and home address inside each bag.
Remove tags and labels from previous flights.
Make sure there are no loose straps or other items hanging from the bag.
No sharp objects in your hand baggage. Take medication, important documents,
valuable items and cash in your hand baggage.
Find out about the latest restrictions for hand baggage
Airport Security RemindersAirport Security Reminders
After check in, go immediately thru security. …allow extra time.
You must be at gate on time or you may not be allowed to fly.
Remove your laptop for separate screening.
Your hand baggage will be checked by security staff using x-ray machinery. Film material over 1000ASA/31 DIN should be removed and offered for screening separately.
Do not carry packages for other people.
Airport Security RemindersAirport Security Reminders
You may lock your bags only with TSA approved locks.
In some instances you may be required to identify or claim your baggage, for security or local customs reasons, at the connecting point.
Airport Security RemindersAirport Security Reminders
More Questions?International Christian Journeys
CALL (866) GO2-HOLY(land) (866) 462-4659
HAVE A GREAT TRIP!
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