It is true that if one travels through time, he or she must be nervous enough. But then, there are certain things that they need to know now.
If you are not used to buying on the internet (travel, clothing, or other home deliveries), you are certainly worried about taking a flight online. Follow our advice for the first-time traveler. We explain how to proceed step by step.
Advice for the novice traveler: How to buy your trip on the Internet in complete safety?
What you need to know, how to do it, and what precautions to take. Our tips for the novice traveler are there to reassure you, show you some rules to follow, and help you get started in the computerized era of travel.
Buy Your Trip, Your Flight
You can always go to a travel agency to book your trip. they are not very interested in just booking a flight, but who knows, maybe.
Alternatively, you can search the Internet yourself. Many airline or flight comparator sites are just waiting for you to enter your travel dates and offer you a price that, of course always the best.
Be flexible in the dates, it helps to get the best prices. Once you have found a flight that meets your needs, check to see if all the taxes are already included.
Another thing to take into account: is the number of bags authorized in the hold or as hand luggage and the authorized weight. This will indeed have consequences on what you can bring to your grandchildren (or not).
Important: Sometimes you can pay for extra baggage in the hold. It is more interesting to do it directly on the Internet, because it is cheaper than once there at the airport, at check-in. In addition, having extra luggage can be much more advantageous than paying extra pounds for a suitcase.
Tips for the Newbie Traveler: Payment Transaction
On the Internet, you pay with a credit card, Visa, Master Card, Diners, etc. You must therefore have a bank account with a credit card to buy a ticket. You will be asked for the name of the cardholder, the bank card number, the type (Visa, Master, etc.), the expiry date, and the 3-digit cryptogram located on the back of the card.
You will only give this information on a secure site, that is to say, a site where there is a small padlock on the left in the name bar. You will receive a confirmation in writing to your e-mail address immediately after the purchase.
What Type Of Luggage?
So that’s it, you bought the ticket and paid online. Now we have to prepare the luggage. a medium-sized suitcase is fine. Very large suitcases are not very useful, because you cannot fill them without exceeding the maximum weight allowed. For most airlines, checked baggage weighs a maximum of 23 kg and hand baggage 12 kg. But check your ticket carefully before preparing the luggage.
On this subject, be careful. If you are traveling with two people, you cannot assume that a 35 kg suitcase would be accepted. This would not be the case and you will pay 12 kg of overweight at a high price. The weights are per suitcase and person, so you need to provide a suitcase for each and with for example 20 kg for one and 15 kg for the other.
Prepare For Your Departure
Establish your schedule. Do you know exactly where you need to be, when, and how to get there? Set aside enough time between appointments so you don’t experience the stress of an overflowing meeting, an unexpected traffic jam, or being late if you get lost.
Prepare Those Who Remain
Know that leaving your work behind has consequences. You risk finding dissatisfied customers and catching up on your work for weeks. Discuss with your colleagues the tasks to be carried out or the projects to follow during your absence. Put your ‘out-of-office’ and change the message on your answering machine, mentioning which colleague to turn to in case of emergency.
Don’t Trust Technology Too Much
Print important documents. Certainly, your laptop and smartphone are very reliable. Until the day when you are kilometers away from any technical assistance, without a copy of your presentation or your plane tickets on paper. It is also recommended to keep a copy of your passport, identity card, and travel insurance with you, in case you are robbed.
Be Sure To Dress Appropriately
It is better to be the only person wearing a suit or a suit than to find yourself in jeans-basketball in a well-dressed assembly. Always pack dressy clothes in your luggage and use the iron in your hotel room.
Take A Taxi
We have no doubts about your skill behind the wheel. But are you sure you want to waste your energy and good humor in traffic jams when you could just take a taxi?
Update Regularly
Keep your co-workers and boss up-to-date on your whereabouts and how you’re doing regularly, even if you’re overwhelmed. Better they don’t have to wonder if you’re still alive and working.
Take a Carry-On Bag
Make sure the essentials are in your hand luggage. According to Murphy’s Law, sooner or later, you’re going to lose your luggage and you won’t get it back until it’s too late. Put your computer, chargers, underwear, toothpaste, and suitable clothing in your carry-on.
