Book your flight
Once you have chosen your destination, compare prices on various search engines (kayak, skyscanner, logitravel, edreams, among others) by combining different departure and arrival days to check the price range. It is necessary to take into account the number of stopovers, not only the quantity, but also the duration, the more hours the transfer lasts the greater the cost, the prices at the airports are not exactly economic, and unforeseen events such as loss of luggage can also occur.
Our advice is to compare the price offered in the search engines with those offered by the airlines themselves, many times the prices are similar but these pages always hide some surcharge for card payment or management fees.
In short, price, number and duration of the stopover are the most relevant aspects.
Some companies offer long haul flights without including checked-in baggage, although they give you the option of hiring it. Bear in mind that it can increase the value of the ticket up to one hundred euros.
Visa
Having a passport with at least six months validity is essential to enter almost all countries. In many of them it is essential to obtain a tourist visa, you can apply for it at the embassy of the country of destination or you can do it online and thus avoid the queues to obtain it on arrival. Prices vary depending on the type of visa and the stay. Multiple entry visas can be obtained.
Money
Always carry cash, you can change at airports, banks or exchange offices. If you do not want to carry too much cash, be aware that credit and debit cards always have a commission that can be up to 4%. There are several commission-free cards on the market: N26, BNEXT, REVOULT or VIVID each with its advantages and disadvantages.
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Language
Learning basic expressions such as greetings or thanks in each country is mandatory for us, people appreciate the effort and always reward you with a smile.
Transport
Use public transport whenever possible, you will reduce your impact on the carbon footprint.
We collaborate with the NGO A Forest for Planet Earth, whose objective is to build a green belt around the entire planet, acting in favor of the fauna and flora, while trying to raise public awareness in the environmental field.
Accommodation
Depending on the type of trip or the time of year (if it is high season), it is advisable to book in advance, we recommend that you do so preferably in those accommodations that offer free cancellation.
We recommend booking and airbnb , they answer with total guarantee.
In Southeast Asia the hotel offer is very wide so it is not necessary to book except for exceptions. In Latin America it is advisable to book in advance especially in countries like Colombia, not all areas are safe and the difference in price from one accommodation to another in the same area can double.
We generally book a maximum of one or two days in advance, based on possible variations in the trip.
Travel insurance
Many companies offer travel insurance on their website before completing the purchase of the flight. Not all of them include cancellation fees and sometimes the coverage is low. We always contract travel insurance with cancellation.
Mapfre o Iati offer good conditions with the advantage that you don't have to advance money if you need hospitalization. The price varies depending on the coverage and duration of the trip. An insurance for 3 weeks is around 90 euros on average per person with cancellation included.
Health and safety
Before starting your trip, contact the international disease service in your country. You can also find out about the recommendations for travelling to your chosen destination on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your country of origin, in Spain this is www.exteriores.gob.es; www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk and www.cdc.gov, are very useful websites in this regard.
When preparing your luggage, don't forget to take a small first aid kit with medication (antibiotics, paracetamol, ibuprofen), iodine, antibiotic ointment, gauze, adhesive tape, syringes, water purification tablets, insect repellent, sun cream, scissors, tweezers, soap, bandages.
Face light, raincoat, jacket, sheet, cap, mosquito net and good footwear are other essential items on every trip.
Gastronomy
Enjoy the gastronomic delights of each country. Don't forget to try their traditional foods and their wines.
Always drink bottled water, preferably mineralised. Do not abuse the ice and raw food, you do not know with what water it was previously washed. Wash fruits and vegetables before consuming them, avoid buying them cut.
Sports and activities
We love to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Trekking for one or several days is accessible and there is something for everyone. Via ferrata, diving, tubing, kayaking, climbing, canopy... but always respecting the environment. Enjoy discovering new sports like petang, yew, canball or chinlone. Don't just watch and participate, sharing these activities with the local people is an unforgettable experience. Team sports like the one practiced by Babieca Basketball Club promote these kinds of values. From a very young age, girls participate and integrate into the team, learn respect, discipline and responsibility, not to give up and to have healthy competition.
