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Travel tips

• If you don’t have a web-based email account then set one up before you go away so that you will be able to check your mail no matter where you are.
• Before you leave email important details to yourself such as your passport number and travel insurance policy number so that they will always be accessible to you no matter what happens.
• Make sure that you sort out your travel insurance as soon as possible so that your holiday is covered against cancellation.
• Ensure that your passport and any visa that are required are valid and up-to-date.
• Don’t forget to cancel any milk or newspaper deliveries before you go as these could build up and alert intruders to the fact that your home is unoccupied.
• Try to arrive at the airport in good time so that you can check in early and get the seats that you want for your flight.
• When you pack try rolling your clothes rather than folding them as this will save space and prevent creasing.
• If you are travelling within the EU then get a form E111 from the post office as this will enable you to get free or reduced emergency care.
• Be sure to find out about your destination before you go. Check the website of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for country advice and all the latest updates.