There are many choices you will have to make as you make travel plans. That preparation can sometimes make the trip more fun. What follows are some tips to make your trip the best.

If you’re going to a destination that requires you get vaccinated, be sure to carry your vaccination certificate with you. This can be a serious issue traveling from country to country, and even within regions of a single country. You’ll need a certificate of the vaccination to let authorities know you’ve had the appropriate medical work.

If you are staying in hotels, especially in countries that are less developed and you worry about a break-in at night in your room, take a doorstop along. These nifty devices can help hold doors closed just as much as they can help keep them open.

Pack a raincoat that has a soft lining when packing lightly for your extended …