Getting around new cities is
exciting. You may visit a new city in your Home country, or in any other
country. Both experiences are different and interesting. We have decided to
post 2 Blogs on both these experiences. In the First Blog, we had discussed about
Tips to get around a city within your Home country. In this Blog, we will
discuss things you should remember before getting around a city in a foreign
country. If you haven’t read the first blog, find the link at the end of this
Blog. Let’s get started…..
1. Culture Study: Read about the
Culture of the country that you are visiting. This will give you some idea
about the place you are visiting and its people. Info on some Festivals,
Carnivals or Events can also be gathered.
2. Basic Research: Do some research
on the city you are visiting. This may include places to see, eat, hangout etc. Since you are visiting another country, you can’t
afford to go without it. Also, talk to other travelers about the place, its safety
and security.
3. Language: Language is very
important as it is the way you communicate with the locals. Language Barriers
are very common especially in China and Japan. English is the universal language,
but there are countries where locals don’t speak it. If you are visiting a
country having language barriers, make sure you have an English speaking tour
guide or a translating book with you. Nowadays, some mobile apps are also
available which can translate any language.
4. Public Transport: Enquire about
the Public Transport facilities in the city. Keep a card of the Hotel/Accommodation
with you. If the place has language barriers, ask your guide/hotel staff to
write down important addresses.
5. Map: Ask your guide or Hotel
staff to give you a Map of the city. The Map will help in finding ways in the
city. Prefer Maps with English Language to avoid any difficulties. Also,
download an offline Map of the city on your Phone. Offline Maps are better than
online, as they don’t require internet.
6. Food Items: Make sure to carry
some Basic Food Items with you. In a Foreign country, you have to adapt their
Food and way of eating. In case you don’t find that comfortable, your own food
items will help.
7. Be Confident: Always walk like a
confident person. A nervous face may attract scamsters or manipulators. Also,
don’t panic at any critical situation.
8. Follow Instincts: Follow your
instincts and Logic. If you don’t find something comfortable and convincing,
take a second opinion. Think in a positive and wise manner.
9. Presence of Mind: Presence of
Mind is very important. You should be able to make out any suspicious thing,
person or behavior. Have a clear focus on your path.
10. Emergency Numbers: keep a note
of all emergency numbers. Numbers of Family, Friends, Relatives, Tour Company,
Guide, Hotel, etc. should be in your
Phone. Since you are in a foreign land, contact details of Local Police and
Embassy of your Home country should be there. Also, keep address of your
Hotel/accommodation in Local language.
11. List of Important Places: Make a
list of places that you are planning to visit and see. If possible, make a
clear itinerary of your trip. Also, keep a note of prohibited places. Ask your
guide about places you should avoid. These may include places ruled by
scamsters and criminals.
These were a few things you should
make sure before getting around in a city in a foreign country. If you would
like to share some of your suggestions, comment down below…..
To read the first part of this
Blog on getting around in a new city in Home country, visit: http://360traveller.blogspot.in/2016/08/getting-around-new-cities-in-your-home.html
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