After years of setting it aside, you finally made the decision to visit Europe, a departure that’s twice the fun because you are embarking on a Kosher cruise! Although vacations are still on hold right now due to the pandemic, you can still make the most out of your time by doing the following things: 1. Research You are going on a new adventure that will definitely make a huge impact on your life. You wouldn’t want this memorable trip to be ruined by unwanted or unforeseen circumstances, right? The key to preventing this is to do your homework. Yes, you need to do some reading and researching! Watch travel vlogs, read travelogues, and check out some facts about the country (or countries) that you will be visiting. Although Jewish tours already have seamless travel itineraries, it would still be good if you check out other iconic spots that you can see if you have spare time. What are their unique traditions, cultures, and norms? Is there a historic or natural sight that I must explore since I’m already in the area? How is everyday life like in the place that you are about to visit? What are the current travel protocols for tourists? These questions, among others, will help you make the most out of this experience. 2. Packing Checklist Pack light? No, you should pack smart. Making a checklist will help you in achieving this. First, consider how long you will be staying. Also, how often will you be moving around? You wouldn’t like to go through the hassle of much packing and unpacking. Next, the clothes you’ll be bringing will depend on the weather and climate of the country you’re visiting, as well as the activities you’ll be doing. Aside from clothes, you have to include the following in your checklist: travel documents such as your passport and airplane tickets, first aid kits including prescription medicines and over-the-counter drugs for common sickness, toiletries, and cash (or your bank cards). An extra tip, store your electronics in your hand-carry, as batteries often malfunction when stored in the checked-in baggage due to different pressure and humidity. Be sure to check all the essentials, label your belongings, attach a lock for extra security, and re-check everything again before you depart. 3. Languages Europe is a melting pot of culture, with distinct traditions in each country. With this diversity, different languages have bloomed. As such, it would be helpful if you study some basic sentences, phrases, or the slightest words. Based on a survey, about 38% of Europe can communicate in English. Twelve and 11 percent of the continent can speak French and German, respectively. Around 7% of Europe speak in Spanish. Russian is spoken in about 5% of all of Europe. Local and minority languages take up the rest of the chunk. Learning some of these languages will help you interact with the locals better, contributing to a richer experience, especially that you are going on some Jewish tours. Keep these three things in mind as you look forward to your next Kosher cruise!
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