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Paris: A Checklist before You Leave

October 25, 2017 By E.J. Smith - Your Survival Guy

Take it from me, there’s a lot that can be forgotten before you leave on your trip to Paris. For example, if you use a debit card, you don’t want to forget to call your bank or credit card company to let them know you’re going to be out of the country.

If you’re used to using American Express, realize it’s not accepted by some merchants and brasseries. It was embarrassing when our waiter told me, after our first meal, that my credit card was rejected. This was especially embarrassing since my father-in-law, Dick Young, asked me with a grin, “Aren’t you the survival guy?”

With that in mind, make sure you buy your euros before you leave. You hit the ground running. Actually, it’s quite relaxing thanks to your greeter whisking you through the gauntlet of buses, trains, customs, baggage claim, to your awaiting car service. But, you will need to have euros at the ready for proper tipping. And you’ll need them for the staff greeting you at the hotel too.

How much do euros cost? Today, one euro costs $1.18, but it will most likely cost around $1.25, for example, at your bank because of transaction fees.

Next, contact your cell phone carrier and find the best international plan based on your expected use. I’ve had problems with this in the past so it helps to talk with someone who knows what the best plan will be for you. For me, I got AT&T’s Silver plan but ended up exceeding my data allotment. Most of this was from browsing the internet without access to Wi-Fi. I had no idea shopping for shoes could take so long.

Speaking of shopping, take the time to photocopy your passport. You will need proof if you apply for your tax refund and copies are accepted. No need to risk losing it while your touring the streets of Paree. Keep your passport tucked away in the safe in your room.

In terms of peace of mind, I like to review the map of the airport before I leave simply to see where the terminal is located. Here’s a map of Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport. I also like to have a sturdy pen or pencil, and a Dick Young recommended Travel Wrench.

Finally, try and learn a few basic words in French. Your efforts will be appreciated. But, at the end of the day some phrases are universally understood, such as, carte de credit rejetee.

Originally posted at Yoursurvivalguy.com.

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E.J. Smith - Your Survival Guy
E.J. Smith is Founder of YourSurvivalGuy.com, Managing Director at Richard C. Young & Co., Ltd., a Managing Editor of Richardcyoung.com, and Editor-in-Chief of Youngresearch.com. His focus at all times is on preparing clients and readers for “Times Like These.” E.J. graduated from Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, with a B.S. in finance and investments. In 1995, E.J. began his investment career at Fidelity Investments in Boston before joining Richard C. Young & Co., Ltd. in 1998.

E.J. has trained at Sig Sauer Academy in Epping, NH, NH, where he completed course-work in Practical and Defensive Handgun, Conceal Carry Pistol, Shotguns, Precision Scope Rifle and Kidnapping Prevention.

E.J. plays a Yamaha Recording Custom drum set with Zilldjian cymbals. His first drum set was a 5-piece Slingerland with Zildjians. He grew-up worshiping Neil Peart (RIP) of the band Rush, and loves the song Tom Sawyer—the name of his family’s boat, a Grady-White Canyon 306. He grew up in Mattapoisett, MA, an idyllic small town on the water near Cape Cod. He spends time in Newport, RI and Bartlett, NH—both as far away from Wall Street as one could mentally get. The Newport office is on a quiet, tree lined street not far from the harbor and the log cabin in Bartlett, NH, the “Live Free or Die” state, sits on the edge of the White Mountain National Forest. He enjoys spending time in Key West and Paris.

Please get in touch with E.J. at ejsmith@yoursurvivalguy.com

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