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- Beach windbreak
On the North Sea and Baltic coast the wind is often fresh, even in summer. A windbreak gives you a sheltered spot on the beach.
- Beer tent reservation (Oktoberfest)
The beer tents take reservations themselves, often months ahead. Without one, come early, especially at weekends.
- Cash (most foreign cards don't work)
In Russia and Cuba most foreign cards currently don't work, and cash machines rarely help. Plan enough cash plus a reserve, within any limits that apply to you. Check the current…
- City card or museum pass
Covers public transport or many museums for a fixed price. Worth it if you plan several sights a day; compare the price with single tickets.
- Clothing that covers shoulders and knees
In mosques, churches and temples, shoulders and knees should be covered. A light scarf also covers your head where needed.
- Driving on the left
Traffic drives on the left here. Take your time on the first drive, especially at roundabouts and when turning; an automatic rental car makes it easier.
- Emergency number 112
Across the EU and in many other European countries, 112 reaches the emergency services free of charge. Save it in your phone.
- ETA-IL travel authorisation (Israel)
Visitors who need no visa for Israel need an approved ETA-IL before the trip; airlines check it before boarding. Apply only on the official government website.
- Ferry tickets
Ferries between the islands and to the mainland fill up in high season, especially with a car. Book early and keep the ticket on your phone.
- Guest card (visitor's tax)
Many seaside resorts charge a visitor's tax and give you a guest card for it. It often serves as your beach pass and brings discounts, so carry it on the beach.
- Guided mudflat hike
Walk on the mudflats only with a certified guide: tidal channels fill fast and fog can come in. Book the tour ahead in summer.
- Mosquito head net
In summer, midges and mosquitoes can come in clouds in the north. A light head net over your hat saves your evenings outdoors.
- Permit for the Teide summit
The last stretch to the summit of Mount Teide needs a free permit from the national park. Permits are often gone weeks ahead, so apply early.
- Registration for the Reichstag dome
A visit to the Reichstag dome is free, but only with registration in advance on the Bundestag website. Bring your ID.
- Rhine ferry times
Between Koblenz and Mainz no bridge crosses the Rhine; ferries link the two banks. Check the times, the last ferries often leave in the evening.
- Small bag for the Oktoberfest
Large bags and backpacks are not allowed on the Oktoberfest grounds. Take a small bag; the current rules are on the City of Munich website.
- Strandkorb booking (roofed beach chair)
Roofed wicker beach chairs are rented by the day or week. In the summer holidays and on public holidays, book ahead online or with the rental on the beach.
- Tide table
Some beaches, coves and paths are only reachable at low tide, and the tide comes in fast. Check the tide times for each day before you set off.
- Timed-entry tickets for major sights
Many major museums and sights only let you in with a booked time slot and sell out days ahead. Book online before you go.
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