Identification documents

Before embarking on any trip, whether domestic or international, your travel documents are an essential item in your suitcase.

Currently, passengers traveling by plane in Vietnam can check in using biometric authentication linked to their citizen identification card (CCCD) and the VNeID application, instead of having to present multiple documents as before.

However, carrying original identification documents and keeping them in a safe place is still essential, in case of situations like losing your phone. Some destinations still require hard copies of identification documents during check-in.

For international travel, identification documents are essential. Travelers must carry their national identity card, a valid passport, or a visa as required by the country they are visiting.

You need to bring your driver's license if you plan to rent a car abroad. To be on the safe side, travelers should save copies of important documents to their email or phone, in case the originals are lost or misplaced.

Cash

Many people mistakenly believe that because ATM cards and online transfers are now so common, carrying cash is unnecessary. However, in reality, you should still prepare a sufficient amount of cash for basic needs, in case your destination lacks internet access, doesn't accept bank cards, or experiences unexpected problems.

When traveling abroad, tourists need to exchange foreign currency, check their international credit card information, and install an e-wallet suitable for the country they are visiting.

An indispensable item: a travel suitcase.
An essential item in any travel suitcase, especially for overseas trips. Photo: Traveler

Basic first aid kit

In your travel suitcase, you should pack a first- aid kit containing common but essential medications such as fever reducers, diarrhea medication, pain relievers, motion sickness medication, headache medication, and any related medications if you are currently being treated for a medical condition.

In addition, tourists should not forget to prepare bandages, antiseptic, saline solution, insect repellent cream, or sunscreen.

In many places, travelers are required to have a prescription from a medical authority to purchase medicine. Therefore, preparing a basic first-aid kit in your travel suitcase is essential.

Some accessories are "small but mighty".

These accessories, though simple, can make your travel experience much smoother.

For example, a U-shaped neck pillow, earplugs, and an eye mask to help you rest easily during long car, train, or plane journeys; various sizes of zip-lock bags to categorize items or store used items, preventing water from seeping into other belongings; waterproof bags to protect your phone; and power adapters…

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Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/mon-do-khong-the-thieu-trong-vali-du-lich-nhat-la-cac-chuyen-xuat-ngoai-2471257.html