Desi Australia Digital Magazine December 2021 Edition

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Travel

Travelling overseas--What Whattoto Travelling overseas pack whatto toexpect expect pack and what Tips for families for smoother, safer travel

By: Rajni Ghai Malhotra

Anya Malhotra

Amyra Malhotra

It’s the holiday season and for many of us it comes with the added joy of being able to travel to be with family at this happy time. But how the world of flying has changed! For Australians embarking on international travel after almost two years of travel ban, this realisation hits hard and fast.

the only hard decision to make was the choice of airlines, city and duration of transit. Travellers are now looking at longer wait at check-in, mandatory masks at airports and in air, constant sanitisation, limited service flights, COVID testing before departure and on arrival, navigating and updating multiple apps with COVID tests status and keeping up with ever changing travel and quarantine

guidelines. The hurdles are endless. Things to pack: Amongst the many essentials you will pack for the trip, be sure to include the following: Patience: Accept that these are exceptional times. So when you pack for your travel, remember to also pack a whole lot

Recently, my family and I travelled overseas and experienced first-hand what it means to travel in COVID times. Based on our personal experience, we have collectively shared below some tips for teenagers, little ones and parents who are thinking of travelling, on being better prepared and having a smoother experience. Tips for grown-ups: Travelling internationally is no longer the breezy affair we are used to where Download Our App

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