Travel Tips - Pre-Departure Planning

Passports
Visas
Medical & Health
Travel Insurance
Money to Spend

Passports:

You need to ensure you have a full passport that is valid for at least the full duration of your trip . If you are visiting many different countries, you should must ensure that you have plenty of clear pages. You will receive many stamps travelling through Africa and having blank pages inserted into your passport whilst you are travelling is difficult.

It is a good idea to take a photocopy of your passport and either keep it with a friend/family member at home who you can easily contact or, if you will be accessing your email whilst away - email a copy to yourself.

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Visas:

Visa requirements vary depending on the country you are visiting and your nationality.Governments regularly change the requirements - so it is best to check with your local embassy/consulate what the requirements are, whether you can obtain them at your point of entry or whether you need to obtain them in advance. If in advance, allow yourself plenty of time or processing. You should also be aware of what kind of visas are available, whether you require multiple entry.
If travelling to several countries take a few passport photos with you for visas.

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Vaccinations/Medical:

It is very important to get the latest up-to-date information and advise for the countries you plan to visit from your physician or from a specialist
in tropical illnesses and diseases.

Important, accurate and up-to-date Health Information, covering illnesses and diseases, Malaria, recommended vaccinations, advise for staying healthy and how to avoid getting sick,

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Travel Insurance:
It is advisable to always ensure you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy which covers you for repatriation to your home country. against personal accident, medical attendance, baggage and other valuables.

If you need medical care whilst in morocco, it is best to be aware that medical providers do not accept payment through your insurance company.In these circumstances you will have to pay in full after your treatment and file a claim with your insurance company for reimbursement.
Therefore you should have access to cash, either from a credit card or by wire transfer. If you need assistance contact the country's local embassy or representative. To be compensated you must be treated by licensed medical personnel and provide your insurance company with proper documentation and receipts.

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Money to Spend :

Easy to know about the Moroccan money ... In Morocco you pay with Dirham (DH), with notes of 10 - 20 - 50 - 100 - 200. You may get coins of 1 - 5 - 10 and the 50 centimes-coins. Go for change to the bank, they will charge no commission. Credit card and cheque book can be used,
too, at the bank and in some hotels, shops and even restaurants. It's told the souks/markets take credit cards, Get your Dirhams in Morocco and do not take it out . Better not to change money with guys in the streets, it is illegal!!!