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Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Opinionated: 4:12pm On May 23, 2018 |
Even though you might have substantial experience in international travel, at a time, you were a newbie. Perhaps, you haven’t had any scuffle with a customs agent in your many years of traveling. Or, you have friends looking forward to their first international trip. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares some important things to know before your first journey beyond the domestic terminals. Learn the basics You don’t need to be fluent in the local language of your destination, but endeavour to become familiar with this 4 essential information: the currency exchange rate; how to count to 10; how to say “yes” and “no”; and how to say “thank you”. Do not be over-adventurous Upon arrival in a new country, you are vulnerable to all sorts of errors and bad choices. Hence, you have to be very careful with the places you visit. Better to relax and do a bit of research when you arrive at your hotel before exploring things and places. The visa process may be complicated The visa application process may be more complicated and time-consuming than you’d expect, but think of it this way: as complicated as getting a passport in your own country can be, take that imposingly bureaucratic process and add in another country with a completely different set of laws, with limited staff working from a single embassy office. Given these circumstances, it’s a wonder that it isn’t harder to get a visa. Plan accordingly You may think your own home airport is a pretty busy place, but the world’s biggest international hubs — including Dubai International, London Heathrow, Hong Kong International and others take it to another level, with so many terminals, customs checkpoints, re-check-in and more. So, you get prepared and plan how you are going to navigate these airports depending on the country you are visiting. Pack light This will be the hardest thing about travel. There are a few harder urges to overcome than overpacking. Try as much as possible to resist the temptation of overpacking. Also, do not forget to pack your things in a well-secured luggage. Source: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad 9 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by phr0nesis(m): 5:01pm On May 23, 2018 |
1. Do not be overexcited 2. Don't ever think that is all going to be a bed of roses when you get there 3. Try not to break any law 4. Try not to take me seriously because even Portharcourt I never smell 95 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by afos002: 5:01pm On May 23, 2018 |
Opinionated: |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by niqqa(m): 5:02pm On May 23, 2018 |
God I know my time is coming when I'll travel out of this shithole 18 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by directorXixXICK(m): 5:02pm On May 23, 2018 |
Should I follow these rules wen traveling to kano? 19 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Welrez(m): 5:02pm On May 23, 2018 |
Thanks for the info. |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by IMASTEX: 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
Informative |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by niqqa(m): 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
Me that haven't seen airplane at close range, the only airplane I have seen is when my phone is on airplane mode 67 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by PassionateSoul(m): 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
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Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by BlackHatNaija: 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
Nice write up! |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
Noted. |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:03pm On May 23, 2018 |
niqqa:You are a future president of Nigeria, nooo, you are not going anywhere 17 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:04pm On May 23, 2018 |
Also every newbie should know that travelling with a student visa means you should be strictly studying and may or may not work depending on the countries immigration laws, nature of the country and availability of jobs. It's crazy how people travel with students visa and expect to get 9-5 job in a cozy office and park money with Ghana must go. 5 Likes |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:04pm On May 23, 2018 |
Have somebody waiting to pick you at the airport before you turn to nuisance and they deport your ass back right away. 4 Likes |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by 9isguy(m): 5:04pm On May 23, 2018 |
Thanks for this |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by sobmos(m): 5:09pm On May 23, 2018 |
I need help with relocating out of this country to either USA or Canada. I want to live and work. Any expert should pm me 2 Likes |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:16pm On May 23, 2018 |
watin concern me? Buhari has made international travels difficult because of the crazy exchange rate. e get visa wea i buy self but no money to travel. who's interested abeg i wan sell am |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by MANNABBQGRILLS: 5:16pm On May 23, 2018 |
We can relate....... Thanks Op! |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Hennepin: 5:18pm On May 23, 2018 |
It all depends on the kind of "travelling abroad" Is it for vacation or to escape from this shithole. |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Femidrummer: 5:18pm On May 23, 2018 |
Don’t forget to always ThankYou . |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by 3millionia: 5:19pm On May 23, 2018 |
How long does it take before a visa expires? |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Lonestar124: 5:21pm On May 23, 2018 |
Respect yourself by knowing when to speak or not especially if you're a Nigerian to avoid annoyance. Don't familiarize.is very childish and may lands you in problem someday.in Nigeria they call it "I to know" Don't give them foothold, they will turn it stronghold, they sees you as a barbarian that have come to explore their modernization...Don't argue with them because you're not in your father's land Try to be strict facially and despense smile on their face if necessary. Be jovial to their officers no matter their hostility. 2 Likes |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Gboyee4fun(m): 5:23pm On May 23, 2018 |
Helpful, thanks op |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by MANNABBQGRILLS: 5:24pm On May 23, 2018 |
3millionia:Immigrant visa takes 6 months..... I am not sure about others. |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by sonnie10: 5:32pm On May 23, 2018 |
post=67814294: There are some visas that are up to ten years |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by millionboi2: 5:35pm On May 23, 2018 |
Make it here 1st |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by MANNABBQGRILLS: 5:36pm On May 23, 2018 |
sonnie10:I was actually thinking the question is asking when does the visa expire before you travel out of Nigeria.... As in how long you can still remain in Nigeria with your visa-stamped passport till you travel...... My immigrant visa is a permanent visa tho...it has no limit. |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by Nobody: 5:38pm On May 23, 2018 |
niqqa:bros, ah dey your back... if u look back now sef, u fit sight me.... 1 Like |
Re: Things A Newbie Should Know About Travelling Abroad by ednut1(m): 5:38pm On May 23, 2018 |
Arriving abroad at night is depressing. From the plane u can see the well lit city. Den u rememeber ur own country and be like who curse us 11 Likes |
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