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TOP 5 Mistakes to Avoid on Your Next International Trip

OVERPACKING OVERSPENDING NOT ENOUGH RESEARCH CARRYING VALUABLES NOT NOTIFYING THE BANK

Whether it’s your first international trip or your fifth, traveling is all about discovering the unknown. It’s no surprise that there can be problems along the way. Extra planning and learning from these common travel mistakes can help you focus on enjoying your trip without worrying.

Mistake #1 is overpacking - too many packed items can be hard to organize and be uncomfortable to travel with. Mistake #2 is overspending - sticking to a realistic budget and leaving room for unexpected expenses is always best.

Mistake #3 is not doing enough research - it’s always safe to do extra research when traveling aborad including weather, laws, and international costs. Mistake #4 is carrying valuables with you while exploring - pick pocketers are notorious for targeting tourists, so keep your valuables locked away safe in your hotel if possible. Most importantly, mistake #5 is not notifying your bank of your international travel plans - otherwise, your debit or credit card may be blocked due to “unusual activity” unfortunately if you don’t do this ahead of time.

Restaurants

The Iron Bridge Wine Company

Warm, cozy cafe presenting a seasonal New American menu & a celebrated wine collection.

10435 MD-108, Columbia, MD 21044

Phone: (410) 997-3456| Web: ironbridgewines.com

Water Street Seafood

Where classy meets casual for fresh seafood dishes and top-notch customer servic

654 Water St, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Phone: (443) 502-8855 | Web: waterstreetseafoodhdg.com

Charleston

Celebrated pick for New American plates & a well-curated wine list in white-tablecloth environs.

1000 Lancaster St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Phone: (410) 332-7373| Web: charlestonrestaurant.com

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Rusty Scupper

Local landmark serving upscale regional seafood dishes in a waterfront setting for over 30 years.

402 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD

The Turn House

Modern, roomy restaurant with 4 fireplaces serving innovative seasonal fare.

11130 Willow Bottom Drive, Columbia, MD

Coakley’s Pub

Folksy Irish bar offering classic grill fare & pub grub in a cozy dark-wood room with TVs.

414 St John St #406, Havre De Grace, MD

Sotto Sopra

Farm-to-table contemporary Italian cuisine & wines are served in an art-filled, elegant townhouse.

405 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD

Stanford Grill

Casually stylish restaurant with a patio featuring contemporary fare along with live jazz.

8900 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD

La Cucina

Family restaurant known for full meals, pizza, pasta & sub sandwiches served in a homey space.

103 N Washington St, Havre De Grace, MD

La Cuchara

Elegant eatery with an intimate atmosphere serving Basque fare such as pintxos & tapas.

3600 Clipper Mill Road, Baltimore, MD

The White Oak Tavern

New American eatery & beer garden offering many craft brews on tap, plus locally sourced pub grub.

10030 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD

Lin’s Hibachi

Japanese sushi, steak grilled tableside & cocktails offered in a contemporary restaurant.

1007 Pulaski Hwy, Havre De Grace, MD

Apr 29

Charm City Bluegrass Festival

What could be better than sitting outside, listening to live music, enjoying a local brew and letting your kids play with bubbles? Each spring Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park hosts the best in national and regional talent from across the old time, bluegrass and roots music traditions at Charm City Bluegrass Festival. Learn more at jambase.com.

Apr 30

The Great Indian Food & Fashion Festival

Fire up your taste buds with lots of options to choose from! It will be a foodie’s delight! Lipsmacking, mouthwatering, a delight for your senses! There will be lots of stalls of food from all over India. Come hungry! Bring Your Family & Friends. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

May 21

Wine in the Woods

One of the premier events in the region and a source of pride for Howard County for over 20 years. Voted Best Outdoor event by Columbia Magazine in 1997 and 1998 and awarded Best Annual Festival in Howard County by Howard Magazine in 2009. Live Music, food and samples from over 30 Maryland wineries. Learn more at visithowardcounty.com.

Jun 3

Capital Jazz Fest

The Capital Jazz Fest. Started in 1993, this multi-day, multi-stage outdoor music festival, is more than just a concert, it’s an event! A place to peoplewatch, eat, drink, shop, mingle, relax, soak in the rays, and, of course, hear some of the coolest music performed by artists whom you won’t see anywhere else. Learn more at visithowardcounty.com.

Jun 20

Baltimore Pride

Hosted by the Pride Center of Maryland, Pride 2022 will bring 50,000

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people from throughout the region to Baltimore for a week of celebration, recognition and fun. Learn more at baltimore.org.

Aug 7

The Howard County Fair

A celebration of Howard County’s farming past and present. Lots of family fun with livestock exhibits, carnival rides & games, demonstrations, parades & contests. Learn more at howardcountyfairmd.com.

Sep 16

Howard County Restaurant Weeks

For ten days, we’re bringing all counties and all restaurants together to celebrate and support our industry. For the restaurants: there’s no course requirements, no prix-fixe menus needed, and no entry fees. Participating restaurants may offer special menus, discounts or seasonal fare for dinein, curbside, or carryout. Learn more at marylandrestaurantweek.com.

Sep 30

Maryland Film Festival

The Maryland Film Festival (MdFF) is an annual five-day international film festival hosted the Parkway Theater each May. The festival screens approximately 40 feature films and 100 short films of all varieties. Learn more at chesapeakefilmfestival.com.

Oct 22

Harve de Grace Art Show

This two-day juried art show highlights quality work by artists, makers, and craftspeople exhibiting and selling original work. Attending this event is a perfect daytrip or weekend getaway. Get your holiday shopping started with fine arts and handmade crafts ranging from acrylic, oil, and watercolor paintings, basketry, ceramics/pottery, drawing, printmaking to fibers, floral, glass, jewelry, soap, metal work, photography, sculpture, woodworking, writing, and more. Learn more at hdgartshow.org

THE PRIDE CENTER OF MARYLAND

The Pride Center of Maryland offers over 30 programs and services that reflect our dedication to ensuring Maryland’s sexual and gender minority community have equal access to care, services, and a space where they can be their authentic selves. Each year, we serve thousands of Maryland residents in order to fulfill our commitment of uniting, empowering, and advocating on behalf of sexual and gender minorities of Baltimore and Central Maryland. Web: Pridecentermd.org

UPPER CHESAPEAKE BAY PRIDE

Our goal is to continue to find ways for our community to connect and celebrate who we are not just one day, but throughout the year. Now, more than ever, it is important to foster relationships and help those that are feeling isolated or alone. UCBPride is committed to helping all those that want to come out to feel safe, be safe and be loved. Web: ucbpride.com

HOCO PRIDE

Howard County Pride celebrates and unites the LGBTQ+ community. Our events and programs advocate, support, and educate. It is our hope that the LGBTQ+ community in Howard County, Maryland finds a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment every time they are at a HoCo Pride event. Join us in celebrating your identity with our community! Web: howardcountypride.org

PFLAG HOCO

We promote the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, as well as their families and friends. Web: pflaghoco.org

NAMI HOWARD COUNTY

At NAMI Howard County we work to ensure that gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or intersex (LGBT) individuals diagnosed with a mental illness have access to the same sensitivity and quality of services as anyone else. Web: namihowardcounty.org

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Finance & Investing

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People love to learn about quick and easy meals and diets.

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Food Recipes Self Care

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