5 Tips for Traveling to Every Country in the World
I get asked all the time, "How did you travel to every country in the world?" In reality, the answer is a complex one, but I break it down, so it is not really that difficult. Certainly there are some caveats. You have time and money to travel to the two great equalizers should be. Moreover, you really unbelievable dream in order to do so it must be overwhelming desire to sacrifice. So these things can happen; A.
1. Research Research Research
I have it between the countries that surround it and how to get where you're going to know can not stress how important it is. It sounds simple, but some people actually being they'are, where there is no clue about. Remember a map the areas in research and go for a clip. This lets you see how many countries are on a journey. Otherwise you spend a fortune and go back and forth several times to take a lot of time.
Africa, Central Asia and Pacific region is particularly important. These sites careful planning and complex and changing geography, transportation options and require knowledge of border crossings. They work differently than other simple tourist destinations and many rules and that unexpected things can happen out of nowhere.
2. Visas
Visa to visit every country in the world is trying to be the most annoying thing about. In Africa, the Middle East and Asia, requires a lot of visas. He said that they are to achieve that are different in how hard and expensive. But they are a pain and will be expensive, rest assured. I visa policies of individual countries may find themselves in a perpetual rant, but you save four letter word, I need to know and what countries would just say so. You individual country's embassy can get this information online at the website
Most countries around the visa requirements is a frill. Some countries, doctors notes, AIDS tests, travel, sponsorship, interview, bank statements, travel or hand-written copies of the same application for many reasons may require proof of individual declarations; Among other annoying things.
Costs also vary considerably and up to $ 30 to almost $ 500 for some can run and he also speed up or shipping fees, etc. Just be prepared to be frustrated and angry is not counted. It is part of the process. Developing countries and their bureaucratic procedures are loved. Smile and nod!
3. Have a general plan and know your options
I need to have at least a general plan of the branch but many destinations around the world first person to say that. It goes back to research in some ways, but at the time of flights, train or bus times should know the options. When and where some border crossings so that you do not get stuck in the middle of nowhere you should know.
I have to go, but I almost always know which ones I would buy land before I never buy flights between countries. I happen to you (everything that can be found on the Internet) and the long delays / cancellations are inevitable in the developing world will never know what it would like to be flexible. You need flexibility, but you as well need to stay focused on the goal.
4. Always carry cash and have access to more money
They especially in developing countries, many people travel to carry large amounts of cash on them are afraid. For me, this is nonsense. You need cash. In many places the cash, but do not take anything and the US dollar are king. You do not believe me, try going to sub-Saharan Africa and to use credit cards or traveler Czech try and tell me that is how. Also, try to find an ATM in many places; They do exist and they do, even if your card may not work.
Cash is the way of the world. You certainly do not need it in dollars, where often there is no change to the bill because I always carry a lot of cash in various denominations advice. (Note: US $ 100 bills always be in good condition and should be released since 2006) you can never account for costs and toll, bribes, shakedowns and who knows just normal Why or for what will have to pay as it is when you travel in developing countries.
I have a month long overland trip in Africa, so I usually $ 2000 and every time in all kinds of bills will take between $ 3000. I wear one of those money belts or in 10 different places, do not hide. I just have to keep cash safe in my pocket all the time. I was robbed and I always keep in my mind and I have never been smart about money. Always confident and smart road project. Anyone want to rob you do not give a reason.
5. Learn the basics in several languages
Language for many people and it should be a major concern. You learn the basics in any country after his experience and his ability to get things accomplished to be a huge boost. For many people around the world in major cities and hotels speak at least some English that is true; That you are not in the cities and when no one speaks English does not account for.
French, Spanish and Portuguese Learn the basics. The US, in Africa and much of Europe will help you. Also, teach yourself to read Cyrillic. It has made my life so easy that I can not tell you. I can not speak a lick of Russian, but I can read the words and the Eastern Europe and Central Asia and even Mongolia's many works, including the former Soviet republics. Believe me it helps!
I spoke more Arabic, but is a great help for learning the basics of Arabic and Arab people want eminently popular. Many will not speak any English, but some basic things that will improve your experience, so they are very nice people. Do not be coy; As best you can, talk to local people and they in turn will help you the best they can.
Finally, Asian languages, Mandarin and Japanese with me very basics, but do not know anything. For those languages you speak, read and want to take the time to learn; Good luck to you. Hello, please and thank you and always polite English to help you, you will always be welcomed in those countries and use those rates can remember.
In every country in the world to visit, but then you want to achieve this feat, it is possible that there are clearly many other things. You need time and you need money, but you do not need to be rich. It is possible, but you'll always have access to the money in case of need. To do this, but it is nothing to do. Set your mind on it and you'll be amazed at what you can accomplish.
