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10 Things EVERY First-Time International Traveler MUST Know in 2024

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I just took my very first international trip and I always thought that I would go to Jamaica or Mexico or do something close you guys I went all the way out and took a trip from Atlanta to Frankfurt Germany on the way to Athens Greece

I am going to share with you everything I learned along the way so I just took my very first international trip

I highly recommend checking with your phone company to find out exactly what they have for international travel

you definitely want to have some level of cash that you're traveling with because the worst thing that can happen is that you're out of town in a new place and you don't have access to any money

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Register for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
✓Notify your credit card company of your travel dates to avoid fraud flags
✓Get local currency before you go
✓Pre-arrange transportation from the airport
✓Learn basic words or phrases for your destination
✓Research local laws and airport requirements

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Phone not working abroad — Contact your phone company for international travel options like Global Travel
Credit card being flagged for fraud — Notify your credit card company of your travel dates
Not having access to money — Get local currency before you go and carry some cash
Safe transportation in a foreign country — Pre-arrange transportation from the airport using apps like Welcome Pickups

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I know before my first international trip?
QHow do I prepare my phone for international travel?
QWhat should I do about money and credit cards when traveling abroad?
QHow can I ensure safe transportation in a foreign country?
QWhat are essential apps to download before traveling?

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As a first-time international traveler, I tell you everything I learned (and wish I learned) before my first trip to Athens. Greece. If you're planning your first international trip, be sure to take out your notepad for my top 10 tips you should know. Register for the STEP Program: https://step.state.gov/ Book Your Virgin Voyages Cruise Here For Free Onboard Credit: https://bit.ly/3RTEWLt Connect With Me On Social: http://instagram.com/thejenndanielle http://tiktok.com/@thejenndanielle #firstinternationaltrip #solotravel #traveltips