Going on a trip

Travel is one of life's great pleasures, but you need to take a few precautions to make sure your vacation is worry-free!

Practical matters

Make sure your passport is valid – some countries may require that your passport remain valid for six months after the end of your trip
Leave your itinerary, a copy of your passport and travel insurance, and your contact information with someone you trust
Make photocopies of the important documents you'll be carrying with you (visa, passport, plane tickets, etc.)
Remember to bring any medical items with you (proof of vaccination, drugs and prescriptions, allergy information, etc.)
Get an international student card or a membership card for youth hostels, if applicable

Bring the necessary legal documents (such as a custody agreement) and a parental consent letter, if necessary
Make sure the child always has identification and contact information with them in case you get separated

Travel and baggage insurance are included with your employer's group insurance plan
Your home insurance contains a personal liability insurance clause and whether it covers you while you're on vacation
Your car insurance contains a rider that offers insurance for rental vehicles in North America
Your car insurance includes roadside assistance if you plan to travel by car

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada – Travel Reports & Warnings
BON VOYAGE BUT… – Essential Information for Canadian Travellers – Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
Passport Canada
Travelling Abroad – Service Canada
International Hostels & Travel
International Experience Canada: Travel and work abroad
International Driving Permit – CAA Canada

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