Other things to consider

Planning your route

You can make your journey much easier by planning your route effectively. It’s especially worth doing so when travelling abroad, where

• the roads are likely to be unfamiliar
• you may wish to avoid certain routes or roads
• you’d like to know the locations of tolls.

Most satellite navigation (sat-nav) systems can be used abroad, and motoring organisations can provide

• route guides
• summaries of motoring regulations
• details of tolls.

They’ll also recommend alternative routes from continental ports or airports to specific destinations; for example, using motorways for speed and convenience or scenic routes for pleasure.

Security

Don’t leave handbags, wallets or other valuables within obvious view inside the vehicle, even when you’re inside too.

Never leave valuables in an unattended parked vehicle overnight. Loss of possessions, passports, tickets, cash and credit cards can be distressing and inconvenient when you’re abroad.

After your trip

Don’t forget to adjust to driving on the left again as soon as you return.