Do You Make These 20 Common Travel Mistakes?
| April 22, 2015
Perhaps you consider yourself a traveling pro, or maybe you’re new to jet setting. But, even if you are a seasoned traveler, you’re probably doing one or two things that could lead to problems on your trip. Below are some of the most common travel mistakes you might not know you’re making:
Assuming a Valid Passport Is All You Need
Even if you have checked that your passport is valid during your trip, keep in mind that certain countries, — Russia and China, for example — require that passports be valid for six months past the date of your flight home, and there are 26 European nations that require passports be valid for three months past your departure from the country.
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