8 Things To Pack For A Foreign Trip

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Travel Insurance

Invest in comprehensive travel insurance for peace of mind, covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage, especially for elderly travellers.

Insurance

Medications

Pack regular medications, prescriptions, generic names, and extras for international refills, and consider packing extras for unexpected delays.

Medicines

Adaptive Devices

Bring portable, compact, spare batteries or charging devices for adaptive devices like canes, walkers, or hearing aids during your trip.

Walking Cane

Travel Documents

Keep photocopies of your passport, driver's license, travel itinerary, and emergency contacts separate and store them on a secure online platform for easy access.

Documents

Power Adapter

Invest in a universal power adapter to charge your devices without hassle due to varying plug configurations in different countries.

All purpose charger

First-Aid Kit

Pack a compact first-aid kit with essentials like bandaids, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, and medications for minor injuries or unexpected health issues.

Travel size First Aid Kit

Clothing

Pack climate-appropriate clothing & footwear layers, moisture-wicking fabrics, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for comfort and sun protection at your destination.

Packing essentials

Comfort Items

Pack comfort items like a pillow, lightweight blanket, or favourite book for long flights or relaxation.

Compiled By Himani Verma

Comfort Blanket/ Pillow

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