Waiting is the hardest, isn’t it?
It may be snowing just outside your window, but summer days in warm and welcoming European cities are just around the corner.
As you count down the days until your Ambassadors of Music tour, there are a few important things you can do now to make the wait more exciting. So, let’s kick the winter blues together and set our minds on some summer adventures, shall we?
Today’s post is all about must-have documents with two mission-critical boxes for you to check and one important accessory to add to your shopping list. Let’s go!
Passports – Don’t Wait!
If you haven’t applied for your passport, now is the time to make sure that’s taken care of. Your passport is the most important item you’ll pack – you won’t be able to join us for the trip if you don’t have it in hand.
While the Department of State recommends 6-8 weeks for processing, they don’t guarantee that timeframe, so we strongly suggest that you select “expedited processing” to make sure you receive your passport in time.
Keep Your Passport Close
Speaking of passports, we highly recommend a passport holder that goes around your neck. You’ll wear it under your shirt, so don’t worry about fashion rules here.
Keeping your passport safe throughout your trip is a top priority – you do not want it lost or stolen. Most forgotten or lost items can be replaced on tour – your passport isn’t one of them.
UK ETA
Just last year, the United Kingdom began requiring anyone traveling into the UK to secure Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).
This document is just as important as your passport, as you won’t be allowed on a plane bound for the UK without one. But don’t worry, we’ve outlined everything you need to know on a post exclusively about UK ETA – read it right here.
For the next few months, we’ll continue our monthly Countdown series with helpful tips, tricks and suggestions to make the most of your Ambassadors experience. And if you need some travel daydream inspo, don’t miss our Destination Sneak Peek posts, where you’ll find a preview of each country on your tour.
‘Til next time, we’re counting the days!