Have your local knowledge at the ready

UNDERSTANDING WHAT AWAITS YOU IN A NEW COUNTRY YOU ARE VISITING WILL BE CRUCIAL TO ENSURING A SUCCESSFUL OR ENJOYABLE TRIP.

THE LAST THING you will want is to fall foul of the regulations in a country and ruin the trip when it could have been avoided with a tiny bit of research. It takes minutes to prepare before you leave.

01 THE FACTBOOK

World Factbook & Atlas is a simple app containing a complex array of information. It covers everything from the geography to government to transportation in a variety of countries.

02 THE OFFICIAL DETAIL

Head over to www.smartraveller.gov.au to find up-to-date security information on more than 200 countries. This is one to bookmark and make sure you refer to before you travel abroad.

03 UNDERSTAND THE RISKS

A supplemental source of advice is available at intelligent-protection.com which includes risk reports that are quick and easy to read for most of the countries you are likely to visit.

04 THE BAN

The 2017 electronics ban is something you will want to familiarise yourself with if you are taking your gear with you. Head to https:// bit.ly/2LblvuE as a good place to start.

05 CHECK YOUR AIRLINE

Your airline’s website should display travel advice and also detail specific restrictions for countries it serves. You can also ring them if you are unsure about anything.