Before you go

Check the Foreign and Commonwealth Office's (FCO) travel advice on their website or call 0845 850 2829.

Get travel insurance and check that the cover is appropriate.

Find a good guidebook and get to know your destination, including its local laws and customs.

Ensure you have a valid passport and necessary visas.

Visit your GP at least six weeks before you go to check what vaccinations you need and whether you need to take extra health precautions.

Make sure you take your ATOL Confirmation Invoice you received from us with you on your travels.  This will provide sufficient evidence of security for the refunding and repatriation of customers in the event of insolvency.

Make copies of your passport, insurance policy plus 24-hour emergency number, and ticket details - leave copies with your family and friends.

Take enough money for you trip and some back-up funds, e.g. travellers cheques or sterling.