You are about to start your program of School Year Abroad, the year of your life and we are sure that your proper preparation and the tons of enthusiasm that you carry will make this a wonderful experience.
Next, we share with you a series of tips and measures that we believe will be useful to prepare the trip with guarantees to start your course abroad from Spain:
WHAT TIME DO I APPEAR AT THE AIRPORT?
First, confirm your flight details with the airline before leaving for the airport to know if it has undergone any change or cancellation. This can be done through the internet by entering the airline’s website or on this website:
https://www.flightstats.com/v2/flight-tracker/search
As a general rule, We recommend that everyone arrive at the airport at least 3 hours in advanceThis will give you time to check-in calmly and pay for the accompanying service (if you have requested it and it is operational) at the check-in desk.
WHAT DOCUMENTATION SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?
- Passport
- Visa (in case it is necessary in your country of destination)
- Documents accrediting your acceptance into the program (Study permit, acceptance into the school, etc.)
- Contact information of your host family, local coordinator and organization with which you travel. (It is not only important to be able to get in touch but because they can ask you for that information at immigration control.
- Electronic ticket: Although, once your plane ticket is issued, it will already be reflected in the airline’s system, we recommend that you also bring a copy of this electronic ticket for your trip, either in print or on your mobile.
WHAT SHOULD I INCLUDE IN MY HAND LUGGAGE TO TRAVEL SAFELY?
- Hydroalcoholic gel. We recommend that you take a pair in your hand luggage and remember that the size of each bottle should never exceed 100ml.
- Face masks. Take at least 10 masks with you and follow the safety instructions of the airline and airport staff at all times
- Gloves Although it is not mandatory in all cases, it is advisable to also wear gloves during the trip.
- Disinfectant wipes . It is not something mandatory but an additional recommendation to be able to clean the area where you will be on the plane (tray, armrests, etc.). Airlines are doing an excellent job of disinfecting their planes, but doing it ourselves at the time of travel never hurts.
- 100% charged mobile phone + charger + plug adapter of the country you are traveling to.
RECOMMENDATIONS DURING THE TRIP
- Try to keep a distance of 2 meters with the rest of the passengers as much as possible.
- Avoid touching your mouth, nose, and eyes.
- Wash your hands regularly.
- Lean on airline and airport personnel.
- 100% charged mobile phone + charger + plug adapter of the country you are traveling to.
- Attentive to your flight data. Be very aware of the information panels of the flight status to be well informed of schedule changes or boarding gate changes in case it changes at the last minute.
- Bring enough money during your trip . Make sure you have enough money with you for your trip and possible mishaps. Preferably a working credit card with funds and some cash
- Airport environment. Airports are the safest places you can be. Follow the directions of the airline and airport staff. Go to them if you need any help. Be calm and be patient, sometimes the boarding or security procedures will be slow and boring.
- Notify of your arrival. When you land at the airport and meet your host family, whatever time it is, don’t forget to let your parents know for peace of mind.
FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS BECAUSE IT WILL BE WORTH IT. THE YEAR OF YOUR LIFE BEGINS!