PRE-DEPARTURE DOCUMENTS o Passport (valid, up to date) o Visa (multiple countries, etc.) o Personal Identification o Driver’s License o Health Documentation o Vaccine Cards (Covid 19, etc.) o Transportation Tickets o Hotel Reservations o Tour Vouchers o Frequent Flyer #’s o Emergency Contacts List o Travel Insurance (cancellations, etc.) o Health Insurance (international) o Medical Evacuation Insurance o Emergency Cash for Travel o Credit Cards/ATM/Debit cards o Copies of all Docs in the “Cloud” o Special Reservations Booked o Contact Person at Destination o Guidebook (PDF version) o Maps TRAVEL GEAR o Main travel luggage o Carry-on travel luggage o Daypack / shoulder bag o Waterproof bags o Hidden Money Stash o Document(s) Pouch o Travel Pillow o Eye shade o Noise-cancellation ear plugs o Compact blanket o Sweater/Jacket o Keys (house and car) o Headlamp (w/extra batteries) o Electricity plug converters o Water bottle o Comfortable clothing/shoes o Prescription glasses o Sunglasses o Hat with visor o Small multi-tool DIGITAL MEDIA/CLOUD ITEMS o SIM card (for mobile phone) o USB stick o Cloud backup of all documents o List of prescriptions o List of doctor’s name / contact info |
EVERYDAY TRAVEL ITEMS o Contact lenses & liquid o Umbrella o Raincoat o Scarf or bandana o Address book (update mobile) o Travel Alarm o Journal o Reading materials o Pen or pencil o Digital music player o Digital camera & accessories o Binoculars (compact) o Playing cards o Snacks o Hand sanitizer o Disposable mini wipes o Toilet paper o Tissues o Lighter or matches o Personal Locator Beacon o Sewing/repair kit o Duct tape (small roll) o Sink stopper (hotel sinks) o Zip-lock bags o Laundry soap AWAY FROM HOME CHECKLIST o Advise Home Alarm of Travel o Advise Bank of foreign CC use o Stop automatic deliveries o Advise trash pickup service o Advise Post Office to hold mail o Prep water heater for absence o Arrange for pet sitting o plants and lawn maintenance o Setup Lighting timer system o Turn down thermostat o Re-set sprinkler system o Stop newspaper delivery o Leave house key & itinerary with friends/family o Leave copy of flights and itinerary with friends/family o Empty refrigerator o Eliminate electrical hazards (unplug appliances, etc.) o Store valuables in a safe place o Lock all doors and windows o Pre-pay/auto-pay bills o Reconfirm/check-in online
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TOILETRIES o Comb or brush o Toothbrush o Toothpaste o Mouthwash o Deodorant o Dental floss sticks o Bathing soap o Shampoo & Conditioner o Skin care lotion o Make up kit w/mirror o Nail file/clippers o Sunscreen o Lip balm o Razor & shaving cream o Wash cloth o Small towel o Synthetic bath towel o Flip-flops
TRAVEL HEALTH o Health Documentation o Vaccine Cards o Pain reliever pills o Pain reliever cream o Cold medicines o Throat lozenges o Diarrhea medicine o Laxative o Insect repellent o Sunburn cream o Itchy bite cream o Antibiotic cream o List of personal Rx’s o List of generic RX names o Birth control items o Malaria medication o Motion sickness meds o Water purification kit o Vitamins o Moleskin o Personal hygiene items
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Guest Testimonials...
Dear Sergio, The whole thing was GREAT! The best were certainly Jose, Xavier and Arles. They made a great team and our group appreciated them tremendously. The weather actually was perfect since it was gorgeous when it mattered and the little rain we got simply added a little spice to the proceedings. So, congratulations to your organization.
Hola Sergio, I just wanted to second everything Mike wrote to you. Our trip was fabulous, couldn't have enjoyed it more! The warm-up of sea kayaking was terrific and the trek was all we had hoped for. Even the long drives were interesting...As Mike said, you can use me for recommendations. Thanks for everything!
Sergio, We just viewed a bit of our movies - the Salar de Uyuni, Isla Pescado and the sunset - MUCH FUN! An excellent trip - I'd love to return to see more and do more - a very unique country with tremendous opportunity! Hope to talk to you soon!
Sergio: THANK YOU! for such a great trip across the Altiplano and beyond. It was everything we had hoped for and I can't think of a thing we missed, other than perhaps temperatures that were a wee bit warmer...we got a lot of laughs out of it and great stories to tell "we only travel to Hawaii" co-workers. Roberto was a delightful guide full of insight and funny jokes. He was endlessly patient, particularly of my slow learning of Spanish. Of all the places we were and everything we did, I like Bolivia the best. It's a very seductive country...astoundingly raw and wild scenery with friendly and honest people. Who knows, but I'll definitely be back...it was a great adventure!
Sergio, Stephen and I just wanted to thank you so much for all your help in planning our trip to Bolivia. We had a fabulous time! The highlight of our trip was Chalalan Lodge. What a magical place. Alejandro was our guide who added a lot to our overall experience. We loved the rainforest, the food was wonderful, canoeing on the lake was great. La Paz was such an interesting city. Hotel Oberland was very charming and your friend Walter was a terrific host. All the flights and connections worked out perfectly and we were actually able to fit in that side trip to Peru to see Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Hola Sergio! It's been a wild ride...and Bolivia is the kind of place that keeps me excited. It may be raw around the edges but that makes it even better for the adventures I was looking for. The trekking and climbing were as good as any I've had in the Andes... there were no crowds! Your team of drivers, guides, cooks and porters were so nice and incredibly helpful and I can't thank them enough for all the help! The hidden secrets of Bolivia are safe with me...until I come back with more friends next time. A warm hug from the Canadian, Rockies...your old stomping ground, right? Cheers!
