Things to Consider
Before and after you book, there are important details to keep in mind. Relaxing Vacations is here to help you prepare for a safe, smooth, and worry-free vacation.
Before I Book a Vacation
According to the World Health Organization, more than 900 million international journeys are undertaken every year. Global travel on this scale exposes many people to a range of health risks. However, whatever your age or destination, properly preparing before you leave can help you have a happy and enjoyable trip.
Travel Health
At Relaxing Vacations we do our best to provide our clients with the most accurate and up-to-date travel health information for the region you will be visiting. It is important that you get advice from your family physician or a specialist from a Travel Health clinic before travelling to keep you and your loved ones healthy during your travels.
The key resource for health information is the Travelers' Health page of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website. The CDC website also provides general guidance on health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect-bite protection. The CDC also maintains an international travelers' hotline at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747).
Visit CDC Travelers' HealthCountry Travel Advice & Advisories
No matter where in the world you intend to travel it is always important to have the most up-to-date travel information. On the U.S. Department of State website you will find official information and advice for each country — including Travel Advisories, Alerts, entry and exit requirements, local laws and customs, health conditions, and the address of the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
Pay close attention to entry and exit requirements, local laws and customs, and health conditions to decide whether traveling to that country is right for you. Take embassy contact information with you in case of an emergency.
View Travel AdvisoriesAfter I Book a Vacation
When Will I Receive My Travel Documents?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
What Type of Money Should I Bring?
Major credit cards are widely accepted but some shops and restaurants require a minimum purchase amount. Consider bringing more than one card, as some outlets may not accept all types. Due to increasing credit card fraud worldwide, be prepared to show identification when making a transaction. When your card is being processed, do not let it out of your sight.
What Should I Pack?
Relaxing Vacations provides a packing checklist free of charge for both Land and Cruise Travel. Visit our Vacation Checklists page for everything you need to pack for your trip.
TSA Information
Note: TSA rules may change without notice based on world events and security concerns. For the most up-to-date TSA rules, visit www.TSA.gov.
Visit TSA.govSecurity Screening
TSA incorporates unpredictable security measures, both seen and unseen, to accomplish their transportation security mission. Security measures begin long before you arrive at the airport. TSA works closely with the intelligence and law enforcement communities to share information and adjusts processes and procedures to meet the evolving threat.
Checked Baggage Screening
TSA screens approximately 1.4 million checked bags for explosives and other dangerous items daily. The majority of checked baggage is screened without the need for a physical bag search. If your property is physically inspected, TSA will place a notice of baggage inspection inside your bag. TSA-approved locks (Safe Skies or Travel Sentry branded) may be used so bags are not cut open during inspection.
Carry-on Baggage & the 3-1-1 Rule
TSA screens approximately 4.9 million carry-on bags daily. Remove personal electronic devices larger than a cell phone (laptops, tablets, e-readers, handheld game consoles) from your carry-on and place them in a bin for X-ray screening.
TSA Cares — Screening Assistance
TSA Cares is a helpline that provides travelers with disabilities, medical conditions and other special circumstances additional assistance during the security screening process. Call (855) 787-2227 at least 72 hours prior to traveling with questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at the security checkpoint.
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