ive got to get from Australia to Turkey to view, photograph & experience *again* the most remarkable feeling..seeing..*other than childbirth* of the Total Solar Eclipse in Turkey, in 2006. I would like to travel the surrounding areas for 3 months, and many goals to achieve before i can go.. But i start by manifesting Dreams ~ into Reality, today. Visit ECLIPSE 2006 for full Eclipse/Turkey feature.


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Wednesday, December 14, 2005

travelbug - Travel Checklist

travelbug - Travel Checklist:

3 months to go

  • Join YHA and take advantage of all the pre-departure discounts including up to 15% off travel insurance, up to 10% off Contiki and Eurail passes, 10% off Lonely Planet guides, 15% off vaccinations, 10-25% off travel and outdoor gear including backpacks, walking shoes, sleep sheets and loads more!
  • Check the visa requirements for the countries you are planning to visit.
  • Contact the embassies direct.
  • Organise credit/debit cards.
  • Purchase your luggage and clothing.
  • Make an appointment with a travel health specialist to get the required vaccinations, medication, medical kit and vaccination card.

2 months to go

  • Make any final adjustments to travel bookings and pay for airfares, Eurail/coach passes, organised tours, travel insurance. Make sure all your tickets agree with your itinerary, all coupons are intact, departure and arrival times are compatible with any connecting flights/transfers. Remember, YHA Membership and Travel can arrange all your travel needs.
  • Pre-book your accommodation around the world through the IBN network at www.hihostels.com
  • Obtain an international drivers permit.

1 month to go

  • Set up a worldwide email account and send your address to friends and family.
  • Make photocopies of your birth certificate, airline tickets, travel insurance documents and credit cards. Leave a set of copies with someone at home, and take a copy with you but keep them separate from the originals while you are travelling.
  • Duty free shopping.
  • Organise prescriptions from your doctor and visit the dentist.
  • Leave a copy of your itinerary with your contact addresses for family and friends.

2 weeks to go

  • Organise power of attorney.
  • Buy a phone card, which provides cheap rates to Australia from international destinations.
  • Purchase travellers cheques and other currency. Record travellers cheques' serial numbers and keep a copy at home.

1 week to go


On the day

  • Ensure you have passport, ticket, credit card and travellers cheques.


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