WHAT DOCUMENTS AND CARDS TO PACK WHEN TRAVELING ABROAD

When traveling to another country remember to take:

1)    Passport

2)    A visa if needed

3)    ATM card

4)    Credit card (Visa and MasterCard are more widely accepted then American 
        Express)

5)    Driver's license

6)    Driver's Insurance card

7)    Health Insurance card

8)    Some local currency  (if dollars are not accepted)

9)    Approximately $100.00 US currency 

10)  Emergency contacts with phone numbers and any medical or allergy info. 

Scan or photograph items 1 through 7 and send them to a secure email address in case the originals are lost or stolen.

BUY TRAVEL INSURANCE WHEN YOU LEAVE THE COUNTRY

It is a good idea to check with your health insurance company before you leave the country. You may find that you are not covered in another country. Purchasing a travel policy could be the answer for you. Ask your travel agent to recommend a reliable insurance company or go on line for other options. You will sleep better knowing you are protected.