Travelling in Asia: Plan your adventure!

Asia is a diverse and exotic continent, full of fascinating countries, rich cultures and stunning landscapes. Planning a trip to Asia can be exciting, but it's also challenging. We're here to help! We've created a step-by-step guide to exploring this continent, always accompanied by the best insurance, Just in Case.

Travelling in Asia: the documents you need

1. Work out when you'll be travelling, how long you'll be staying and what your average budget will be. Bear in mind that prices tend to rise during peak tourist seasons.
2. Make a list of the activities, restaurants, events and attractions you want to visit and categorise them by proximity, priority and opening hours. This will help you plan your days.
3. Plan activities on the days you have available, but leave lighter days for rest, unforeseen events and more flexible plans in case an attraction catches your eye.
4. Book flights, accommodation and attractions in advance and always on official websites to avoid scams.
5. Use our personalised checklist to make sure you don't forget anything

What documents do I need to travel to Asia?

As a Portuguese citizen, it is essential that you have a valid passport to travel to Asia. You will also need to check the specific visa requirements for each destination. Some countries in Asia allow Portuguese citizens to enter without a visa for short stays, while others require a tourist, transit or business visa, depending on the purpose of the trip and the length of stay.

We recommend that you check in advance the visa requirements, the validity of your passport - which should generally be valid for a certain period after your return date - and any additional requirements, such as proof of vaccinations or other documents specific to certain countries. To help you, you can visit the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs's website on travels to Asia here.

Planning your trip in Asia

The first and most important step is to decide which countries you want to visit. Once you've decided which countries you want to visit and how close they are to each other: 

1. Determine the duration of your trip according to the time you have available and what you want to see in each destination, taking into account the seasonal climate of the destination you have chosen.
2. Draw up a rough outline of your itinerary. Bearing in mind the length of the continent, if you are planning to visit more than one country, leave a few days for any necessary travel (domestic flights, buses, sleep buses, etc.)
3. Once you have all this worked out, book all the flights, transport and accommodation you need. Preferably as far in advance as possible to get the best prices. Make sure you use official sources to avoid scams.
4. Make sure you have all the necessary documents for each country.
5. Check health requirements such as vaccinations and recommendations for each destination. With Just in Case  travel insurance you are entitled to travel advice. This will help you understand everything you need to know about health conditions and vaccinations required for your destination.
6. Use our  personalised checklist to make sure you don't forget anything for your adventure!
   
   

Culture and Security in Asia

Each Asian country has its own unique identity, expressed through its art, cuisine, architecture and culture. In terms of safety, most Asian countries have low crime rates and well-established healthcare systems, providing a generally safe experience for travellers. With Just in Case  travel insurance, you'll always have the option to purchase insurance on demand at any time during your trip, as long as it hasn't started, and you can count on 24/7 assistance.

It is always advisable to be aware of the situation and to follow local guidelines to ensure a peaceful and enriching trip. And don't forget that, given the vastness of the continent, these rules vary from country to country.

Just in Case Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is essential if you want to travel safely and comfortably, especially in Asian countries where you may find some places with limited access to good healthcare.

Just in Case travel insurance covers medical expenses, extension of stay, travel assistance, lounge access and a host of extras if you wish.

It also includes travel advice, which is essential when preparing for a trip to Asia. This is the time to seek advice from our team of experts as it's very important to be aware of all the precautions you need to take before, during and even after your trip.

We'll get you covered for your entire Asian adventure, Just in Case.