| For those planning to travel to Asia, you are in for | | | | area. You don't want to find yourself in legal |
| a great visit. To ensure your trip is a memorable | | | | trouble out of the country because you weren't |
| one, there are several things you will want to | | | | aware of how things are done there. Follow there |
| take care of prior to you leaving. If you are | | | | rules set by all airports of not leaving your bags |
| traveling to Pakistan, you need to be aware that | | | | unattended or attending any type of package |
| there is a travel warning at this time due to | | | | from someone you don't know for any reason. |
| threats of terrorist activity. You will need to | | | | Basic rules that apply anywhere including wearing |
| register with the Embassy's Consular section. | | | | expensive jewelry and clothing and showing large |
| Regardless of your destination in Asia, it is advised | | | | amounts of cash. These are indicators that you |
| that you register with the US Embassy's Consular. | | | | have items of value. It can lead you to being the |
| This is for your protection. If an emergency | | | | victim of a robbery or worse crime. To avoid |
| arises, no one can help you if they don't know | | | | being the victim of a scam don't exchange |
| where you are. | | | | currency with anyone except an authorized agent. |
| You will to have a valid passport. Check to see if | | | | Fully investigate prior to making purchases such |
| a visa will also be required for where you are | | | | as jewelry, art, and antiques. |
| going. Read the Consular information sheets for | | | | Traveling to Asia can be a great experience. If |
| the areas you are traveling to prior to leaving. | | | | you take the time to follow these basic tips, you |
| This will provide you with up to date information | | | | will be more likely to enjoy your trip as well as |
| of anything taking place in that region that you | | | | return safely. By being prepared, you will be able |
| should be aware of. If you do find yourself in any | | | | to avoid surprises that will ruin your trip. By |
| type of legal trouble, immediately contact the US | | | | registering with the US Embassy, you will have an |
| Embassy for assistance. | | | | ally in the case something does take place. Having |
| Rules, regulations, and laws are different in Asia | | | | all these things in place will help you be able to |
| than in the United States. It is wise to familiarize | | | | focus on the beauty of Asia. |
| yourself with the policies and procedures of that | | | | |