What Are The Essential Carry Ons When Travel To Mexico

When you are decided taking a vacation to Mexico, you should make a list first on what necessary items you should take with you. The most important things that you just cannot travel without are the legal documents. The next would be the necessary medications, and of course, currency as well as items that will make life away from home much more pleasant, such as skin protection and proper clothing.

In the case of currency I have found out that you get in most cases a better exchange rate when you are in the country. Sometimes it is better to exchange only a small amount of money in your country just for the first few hours if you arrive at night and change the rest when you arrive at the airport or later on in a money exchange or in the bank. If you arrive during the day it is much better to change your money on the airport after arriving. But don't change too much money at once because it can attract some people. Change only the necessary amount for a few days.

First of all, the items you will have to take would be a United States passport if you are from the States. Remember as of January 23, 2007, passports are required for all United States citizens who are traveling outside of the country by air regardless of their destination. And after January 1, 2008 that requirement was extended to both land and sea travel. In case you don't have a passport then you will have to apply in person to one of 9,000 passport acceptance facilities located throughout the U.S.
It is also required to bring two photographs of you, proof of United State's citizenship, and a valid photo ID.

When traveling to Mexico it is also advisable for you to bring your driver's license with you, especially if you plan on driving or renting a car. In some cases a driver's license is required when chartering a boat or renting water sports equipment. A copy of your birth certificate should also be one of the important documents that travel with you. If any unfortunate circumstance comes up, these documents might be essential.

If you travel abroad it is practical to take mostly travelers checks and only some cash on vacation. Traveler checks are protected whereas cash isn't. You can easy replace traveler checks in most of the countries. Cash is much easier to exchange in many places and to use on a daily basis and in the event that both are stolen. But your traveler checks can be easily replaced. Another good way to access your funds while in Mexico is your ATM card. Another useful item to bring is a pre-paid phone card or a pay-as-you-go cell phone. But use it only in case of an emergency.

In case you have to take your daily medications take the correct amount for the time you are on vacation. It is better to take for more days than you are staying abroad in case of an emergency or canceled flights or whatever can occur when you are outside of the country. If you have prescribed medication, be sure that the prescription medication labels are legible and that they have your name on them. Sunscreen is an essential item to pack because the sunshine down south in Mexico is more intense than in most places in the United States and you may sunburn easier than you think.

Another helpful item that you can take on your vacation to Mexico would be a small first aid kit. If you are not familiarized with the Spanish Language a pocket sized Spanish-English dictionary or a small electronic dictionary is very useful and can help you out in some cases where the English language is not spoken. A good pair of walking shoes can be very helpful especially if you are enjoying walking in the afternoon or at night. Mostly comfortable and casual clothing should be packed although there usually is an occasion for dressing up for a posh dinner or a night on the town. And lastly, don't forget to bring your sunglasses and a hat will be very useful for any prolonged exposure out of doors (especially if you are without natural covering like me).

Always remember that it pays to be prepared. That's why you always should make a list on what to pack for your trip. This way you begin to pack for your vacation to Mexico you will remember to pack the essentials first and then you can include your collection of cabana wear, your rhinestone flip flops and those loud crying Hawaiian shirts.

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