Travel
essentials

Before you go

The practical side of a city trip, in five honest guides: staying connected, insurance, plugs, car hire, and what to do when a flight goes wrong.

The guides

Five guides, one checklist

Travel eSIM guide
Travel eSIM

Yesim vs Airalo, and how an eSIM works before you fly.

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 Travel insurance guide
Travel insurance

Single trip, annual, Schengen or nomad: which type fits your trip.

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 Plug adapters guide
Plug adapters

Plug type and voltage for 22 destinations, and when you need a converter.

Check your trip →
 Car rental guide
Car rental

Insurance, deposits, driving permits and the traps to avoid.

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 Flight delays guide
Flight delays

When EU rule EC261 owes you compensation, and how to claim.

Check your rights →
Quick checklist before a city trip
Passport or ID valid for the whole trip · eSIM or roaming plan · travel insurance · plug adapter · timed tickets booked for the sights that sell out · offline map downloaded

Planning the trip itself? Start with our 7-step guide to planning a city trip, see how many days you need in each city, browse the 52 city guides, or draft a day-by-day plan with the AI planner.

Questions

Travel essentials — questions answered

Do I need a travel eSIM or is roaming enough?

If your phone plan includes roaming in the country you visit, you may not need one. Outside your plan’s zone, a travel eSIM is usually far cheaper than daily roaming passes and you set it up before you leave.

Is travel insurance worth it for a short city break?

Usually, yes: the price is modest for a few days, and medical care, repatriation or a cancelled trip can cost far more. Check what your bank card already covers before you buy.

Do I need a plug adapter in Europe?

Travelling from the UK, Ireland, the US or Canada, yes. Between countries of continental Europe, most plugs fit. Phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, so an adapter is enough.

What should I sort out before a city trip?

Valid ID, a way to stay connected, travel insurance, the right plug adapter, timed tickets for the sights that sell out, and an offline map of the city.

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