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Travelling to a European country? Here's a handy round-up of tips and articles to help you plan your trip.
Before setting off on a trip to a European country, even a neighbouring one, it's essential to prepare well and ask yourself the right questions. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or an occasional traveller, good preparation will let you make the most of your experience and avoid unpleasant surprises.
Below, we offer a handy round-up of tips and articles to help you plan your trip to a European destination and deal with the unexpected once you're there. You'll find every topic linked to a successful trip: travel documents, health, luggage, safety, getting around and the different types of trips.
Our blog has a wealth of other topics and useful tips to help you prepare for your trip and enjoy a stay abroad with complete peace of mind.
Click on the various questions and discover our tips!
Emergency numbers:
- General emergency number in Europe: 112
- Card Stop in case of loss or theft of a credit card: +32 (0)78 170 170
- Doc Stop in case of loss or theft of travel and/or identity documents: +32 2 488 21 23
Assistance: Redion (Belgium)
In an emergency, contact local emergency services first!
– Want to reach Redion for a medical or technical problem (e.g. a car breakdown)? Do so via the Redion app (downloadable from the Apple Store or Google Play)
– Want to reach Redion for an administrative request or a contract change? Do so via the Customer Area on the website: https://www.redion.be
Travel documents
Valid official papers are the key to your trip!
- Do your children have their kids-ID?
- Are your documents valid for the entire length of your stay?
- What to do if you lose your identity card?
Health and vaccination
Your health is essential when travelling abroad.
- Is your travel medicine kit complete?
- What to do in case of heatstroke?
- How to travel with medication?
Pets
- Do the pets travelling with you need to be vaccinated?
- How to organise your holidays with your pet?
- What to do if you leave your pet at home during the holidays? How to find a pet sitter?
Luggage
Travelling by plane, train or car? It's important to manage your luggage properly.
- Travelling by plane with hand luggage? What are the rules?
- Do you know what to do if you lose your luggage?
- What are the rules for bringing your luggage on the train?
- How to properly use a roof box?
Getting around
To get around completely independently at your travel destination.
- A short checklist for a worry-free road trip
- How to get through toll booths without a hitch?
- Where is the environmental sticker mandatory?
- Do you need an international driving licence? Is it useful?
- Do you know what to watch out for when renting a car?
Safety
Pickpockets, natural hazards, cybercrime: whatever your destination, it's important to find out about the risks present.
- How to react in case of theft (pickpockets)?
- Who can assist you in the event of a natural disaster?
- How to manage insecurity?
- How to protect your electronic devices?
- Have you registered on the Travellers Online website run by the Belgian Foreign Affairs department?
- How to properly protect your home while you're away?
Off the beaten track
There's a whole range of trip types to suit every taste and every budget.
- And why not a homestay experience?
- Fancy a responsible adventure trip?
The ideal trip is often a mix of organisation and improvisation. Knowing how to react in unpleasant situations will help you stay calm whatever happens. Don't forget to find out about the administrative formalities and common practices of the country you're visiting.
Thanks to your assistance contract, you can count on Redion to help you 24/7 if you run into trouble abroad.
Safe travels!
