TRAVEL TIPS

THIS PRESENTATION RUNS AUTOMATICALLY(C) 2010 ,INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN JOURNEYS

MoneyThe official money of

Greece is the Euro.Rate at 3/1/10

1 Euro = @$1.35 US($13.50 US = 10 Euros)

Be sure to carry small

coins in local currency.

Money Use ATMs Pin must be

4 digitsChange it, if necessary, and try it out before leaving on the trip.

Check with your bank before departure re: ATM status in destination country

Luggage ONE carry-on

Max 22”X18”x10”Able to lift

to overhead

ONE suitcaseMax 98”X39”X31”

50 POUNDS

Can also carry a purse OR a laptop

What to Wear

Plan for variations in weather - warm/cold/rain Bring casual clothing, underwear, nighties,

sweater/light jacket, rain poncho Think layers

Think washable,wrinkle-free, cool

and compact. MINIMUM jewelry.

Comfortable shoes are a MUST!

(lots of uneven walkways)

What to Wear

Wear layers and

comfortable shoes

The climate in Greece and other Mediterranean countries is similar to the climate in Florida and California

What to Wear at Churches

and Monasteries

Modest Dress is Required

Men-Trousers - Women-SkirtsAsk your guide

Medications

Plan for medication, health and

hygiene needs. (You may not be able

to run out and buy what you need)

Take copies of prescriptions with you

Health Items You May Need

vitamins, aspirin,

medications, extra pair of

glassescontact lens stuff

laxativediarrhea needs

decongestant

Toiletries Bring toiletries in

small containers—just the

amount needed.Take disposable

items that can be tossed when you are finished

Smart Packing

Make a list of luggage contents and approximate value in case you have to fill out a baggage claim form.

Practice Pack! Lay out everything and start packing by priority.

(Write it down; then pare it down!)

Don’t Forget your study materials

and Bible !

Consider also the following

small sewing kitplastic folding cupwash clothmirrorshower capsmall scissorstravel alarmcurling irontravel iron

camera Film – memory

sticks umbrella voltage adaptor outlet adaptor watch other books small binoculars

Valuables SafetyTake a money pouch worn UNDER your clothes. Keep everything you can’t afford to lose in it: passport, credit card, ATM card, drivers license, money, etc.

Valuables Safety

Make photo copies of your passport photo page, your credit card, your driver’s license, your ATM card, and medical cards. Give one set to a trusted traveling partner and put a set in your luggage when you are able to lock it.

Personal Safety

Adventuring on your own?

Do it in groups of at least

3 or 4 persons

Airport Arrival

It will be necessary for you to arrive at the

airport at least 3 hours in advance of your

scheduled departure.

Security Reminders No valuables in your checked baggage. No single bag may weigh more than 50lbs. Items over your allowance will be charged

as excess baggage. Label your bags with your name and

destination hotel and city on the free baggage labels at the airport.

In addition to the luggage tag we provide, put your name and home address inside each bag as well.

Remove tags and labels from previous flights.

Make sure there are no loose straps or other items hanging from the bag.

Security Reminders No sharp objects in your hand baggage. Take medication, important documents,

valuable items and cash in your hand baggage.

Find out about the latest restrictions for hand baggage

Security Reminders

You must be at gate on time or you may not be allowed to fly.

Remove your laptop for separate screening.

Your hand baggage will be checked by security staff using x-ray machinery. Film material over 1000ASA/31 DIN should be removed and offered for screening separately.

Do not carry packages for other people. After check in, go immediately thru

security. …allow extra time.

Security Reminders

Lock your bags only with TSA approved locks.

In some instances you may be required to identify or claim your baggage, for security or local customs reasons, at the connecting point.

HAVE A GREAT TRIP!