To-do list before departure as an Au Pair
Check the address where you must get possibly print a map with the location and surrounding areas of the place you go to. Google Maps can be a real help in orientation.
Airline tickets are always cheaper if purchased early, and also train or bus tickets are cheaper if purchased online.
Find out about the transport, time tables and ticket prices.
Have always some pocket money even if you have the family waiting at the airport, railway station etc.. You can you get hungry/thirsty, nobody knows ...
If you leave by plane, check baggage allowed, kg limit, otherwise you risk a lot to pay if your luggage is heavier than the limit allowed. Also check the airline rules (allowed hand luggage, etc.).
Have the family contact phone numbers and some other useful contact numbers.
Make sure you have everything needed for a long stay (suitable clothing, toiletry articles, etc.).
Check the address where you must get possibly print a map with the location and surrounding areas of the place you go to. Google Maps can be a real help in orientation.
Airline tickets are always cheaper if purchased early, and also train or bus tickets are cheaper if purchased online.
Find out about the transport, time tables and ticket prices.
Have always some pocket money even if you have the family waiting at the airport, railway station etc.. You can you get hungry/thirsty, nobody knows ...
If you leave by plane, check baggage allowed, kg limit, otherwise you risk a lot to pay if your luggage is heavier than the limit allowed. Also check the airline rules (allowed hand luggage, etc.).
Have the family contact phone numbers and some other useful contact numbers.
Make sure you have everything needed for a long stay (suitable clothing, toiletry articles, etc.).
