
International dialling code: +39
Driving on the right
Police / Fire / Ambulance 112
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Border Crossing(s)
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Entry: Via the TBC
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Problems encountered: NA
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Approximate time to clear:​ EU border. Spot checks possible but delays unlikely.
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Exit: Mount Blanc Tunnel to Chamonix.
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Problems encountered: NA
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Approximate time to clear:​ Normally no delays. This is an internal EU border crossing. Could be spot checks.
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Documentation:
Passport: Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; The rules for travel to most countries in Europe will change if there’s a no-deal Brexit.You will need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be able to drive in some European countries as a visitor if there’s a no-deal Brexit.
VISA's: If you hold a British Citizen passport, you don’t need a visa to enter Sweden. Schengen member. If you’re travelling to Sweden, previous visits to the Schengen area within the 180 days before your date of travel would count against the 90-day limit, but trips to other EU countries outside the Schengen area (Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania) would not.
EHIC: You should apply for a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before you travel. If you already have an EHIC, make sure it hasn’t expired. Driving Licence: UK Driving Licence is acceptable.
Insurance: Appropriate insurance is required.
Financial capacity: After Brexit, on arrival in the Schengen area you may be asked to confirm that you have sufficient funds available for the duration of your stay.
Driving licence: When driving in Sweden the following documents should be carried:
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Full, valid driving licence*.
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Proof of insurance/green card (third party or above).
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Proof of ID (passport).
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Proof of ownership (V5C certificate).
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Logistics
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Roads: The national roads are usually of high quality. There are fines for speeding.
Tolls:
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Öresund bridge crossing €45
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Traffic: See Via Michelin or various applications including Wase.
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Speed: There are speed limits on all roads in Sweden.
They are no longer based on the category of road, but on the quality and safety of the actual road itself. Speed limits may consequently vary along the same road. Road signs on both sides indicate when the speed limit will change. Reminding road signs will appear at frequent intervals.
Motorcycle, private car, campervan (< 3.5t)
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Built-up areas: 30, 40, 50, 60 or 70km/h.
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Outside built-up areas, including expressways: 70, 80, 90 or 100km/h.
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(if in doubt, or if no speed limits are indicated, drivers are advised to keep to 70km/h until a speed limit sign turns up).
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Motorways: 90, 100, 110 or 120km/h.
Private car and caravan
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Any vehicle towing trailer/s with effective brakes.
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When one trailer is towed, speed must never exceed 80km/h.
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When two trailers are towed, speed must never exceed 40km/h.
Equipment which searches for mobile speed cameras or interferes with police equipment is prohibited. Automated speed cameras are used on many roads. Only the driver can be held responsible for speed violations. If a speed violation is registered by a speed camera, the owner of the car is not legally enforced to state who was driving.
On-the-spot fines: The police are authorised to impose and collect on-the-spot fines for minor traffic offences. Fines are generally paid at a bank, normally within 2-3 weeks. Non-residents may be asked to pay cash to the policeman (if so, a receipt will be issued. Credit cards are not accepted). Vehicles can be confiscated in certain serious cases, e.g. if they are stolen or have been subject to fraud or other criminal activity.
Towing: Caravans, camper vans and luggage trailers may be imported temporarily without formality. The maximum dimensions for caravans are:
Height: No limit
Width: 2.60 metres
Overall length of towing vehicle and trailer: 24 metres
It is possible to leave a caravan trailer in Sweden for up to 1 year, provided the importer leaves Sweden within 3 months of their arrival.
Fuel: Petrol stations with free and decent toilets. Most places have a good variety of food and even a grocery store but availability in the north of the country is limited. Plan to refuel in the bigger cities / towns. Locations of some popular chains can be found as follo​
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Water: Camp sites and some garages / petrol stations.
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Food: Most campsites have small shops for the basics. Supermarkets in larger towns and cities.
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Winter Tyres: From 1 December to 31 March all vehicles (also trailers and vehicles > 3,5 t total weight) must use winter tyres marked M+S (with or without spikes) when there are winter road conditions - that is, the road is covered with ice or snow, or the road is wet and the temperature is around or below 0ºC. This applies also to vehicles registered abroad. It is permitted to fit and use snow chains on any kind of vehicle in Sweden if the weather or road conditions so require. It is compulsory for drivers to have some antifreeze in the vehicle windscreen fluid and a shovel to clear the snow. It is recommended to have also a tow rope, some jump leads and a reflective jacket. The Swedish police decides whether there are wintry conditions on a certain road. Sweden deals with its harsh weather very well, but delayed trains and flights are difficult to avoid during severe weather conditions. Snow and ice on the roads cause accidents daily. Consider starting your journey earlier to avoid rushing to your destination. Be prepared for harsh conditions particularly in the north during the winter.
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Emergency equipment: While driving in Sweden you are required by law to carry the following items. Hefty on-the-spot fines can be issued for failing to carry specific items:
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Headlamp beam deflector: Depending on your car, you will either need deflector stickers or have to adjust the beam manually.
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Lights: It is compulsory for all motor vehicles to use dipped headlights during daytime, all year round and on all roads.
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Warning Triangle: It is compulsory for foreign registered vehicles to carry warning triangles if so required in the country of registration.
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Motorcyclists: A safety helmet must be worn by the driver and passenger of a motorcycle or moped. This also applies to passengers in side-cars.
Vehicle / trailer repairs: <<Recommended places. Contact details if known>>
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Bottle Gas or Refills: The situation regarding bottled gas is unclear. Propane is used because of the cold. Availability may only be in major cities but could be hard to find. Use of petrol stoves or 'Trangia' type stoves is widely reported. Diesel stoves may work but themay be difficult to light in the cold of the north.
LPG: In addition to cooking gas for those with tanks, LPG is also used to power vehicles. Details of LPG gas stations and connectors can be found on the website www.myLPG.eu. A list of Points of Interest (POI's), a list of stations, can also be downloaded in other applications and on other devices like Garmin, TomTom, Google Earth and iGO primo. Links can be found here. (Its understood that gas cylinders, such as Calor Propane 6kg, can be refilled in Malmo.)
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Gas adapter: The Dish adapter is used here.
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Currency: The currency of Sweden is the Krona.
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Health
At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest country-specific health advice from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) on the TravelHealthPro website. The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or purchased in the UK can be different in other countries. If you’re travelling with prescription or over-the-counter medicine, read this guidance from NaTHNaC on best practice when travelling with medicines. For further information on the legal status of a specific medicine, you’ll need to contact the embassy, high commission or consulate of the country or territory you’re travelling to.
Pharmacies are usually open during normal shop opening hours. You can also get an emergency prescription at hospitals.
If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. If you are referred to a medical facility for treatment you should contact your insurance/medical assistance company immediately. If you’re visiting remote areas, consider the relative inaccessibility of the emergency services.
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Pets
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There will be no quarantine for your pet as long as the following regulations are met. Unless otherwise stated, the regulations below apply to domestic dogs, cats and ferrets including service and emotional support dogs and cats. Owners of other pets should refer to item 12.
For owners of pets entering or returning to the European Union (EU) from the United Kingdom (UK): as of October 31, 2019, if there is no ratified deal between the UK and EU, the UK is likely to be treated as an unlisted (high-rabies) country under the EU Pet Travel Scheme. If this is the case, then a titer test will be required a minimum of 3 calendar months in advance of travel any EU Member State from the UK. (see step #3) Your pet will also need an EU health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of travel. (see step #5) Your pet will need to enter the EU at an approved Border Inspection Post.
For owners of pets returning to the UK from the EU, your pet will need either an existing EU pet passport (both for UK and EU citizens) or the EU health certificate issued in the UK used to travel to the EU.
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Places to stay
Name / Point of contact / Email / Tel No / Website
Price per night
Hotels
Campsites including places (like hotels) that allow camping within their grounds
Wild camping. Best places for wild camping are reported to be:
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Skuleskogen National Park. Skuleskogen is one of 29 national parks in Sweden, situated in the Västernorrland county, on the coast of the Baltic Sea in northern Sweden. ...
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Upplandsleden. The Upplandsleden is a 400-kilometer trail in the Uppland county. ...
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Fulufjället. ...
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Gotland. ...
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Glaskogen. ...
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Skåne. ...
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Kungsleden.
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Things to do and places to see
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NGO's and Projects
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Life Rejuvenation Africa (LRA). Uganda, water children and value of environment / wildlife. Culture
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Naturskyddsforeningen. Wildlife. Nature conservation. Bears / Moose. Beaver, Arctic Fox, Wolf
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Tourism & Research
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Malmo
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Oresund Bridge. Remember to book return ticket before leaving the UK!​
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Malmo Castle
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Malmo Maritime Museum
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Lilla Torg. Shopping Centre
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The Turning Torso. Tallest building in Scandanavia
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Sodergatan. Shopping
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Lund village.
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Helsingbord
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Tropical Beach​
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Jonkoping
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Rocksjon Park​
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Asecs. Shopping mall
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Linkoping
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Flygvapenmuseum
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Norrkoping
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Himmelstalund rock carvin​gs
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Stockholm
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ABBA Museum
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Explore the Archipelago. Consisting of nearly 30,000
separate islands to the East of Stockholm, Sweden’s largest
archipelago is an area of rare natural beauty, full of sandy
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Vasa. 17th Century Warship
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Gamla Stan
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SoFo Bar hopping
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Stockholm markets and food carts
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Sailing and wild swimming.
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Uppsala
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Castle
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Museum
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Gavle
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Old Town​
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Jarnvagsmuseet
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Mackmyra Svensk Whisky
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The Green Trails
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Tonnebro
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​RASTA TÖNNEBRO At the E4, in a scenic area just south of Söderhamn lies Rasta Tönnebro. The facility is located by the beautiful lake Varvs-noran where you can also swim in the summertime. There is a large outdoor restaurant, Burger King and OKQ8 store. We have playroom and a playground for the outdoors for our little guests. Rasta Tönnebro is well suited for larger groups with the possibility of promotion in individual rooms. The facility is open 24 hours a day! Buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 to 10:00 Today's dishes are served daily between 10:00 and 22:00 Bakery always have fresh brewed coffee, delicious sandwiches and good cookies from their own bakery.
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Soderhamn - F15 Flight Museum
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Oscarborg Tower
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Alirs Oga. Wild camping spot?
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Go Karting
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Prästgrundet.
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Sandarne
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​Sagverkstrampet. Biking and hiking trails
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Sandarne Batklubb. Marina
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Hudiksvall
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The High Coast. Drive the 100kms and eat herring​! breathtaking scenery and unique red granite cliffs and rocks. Now a Unesco World Heritage Site, part of it can be hiked, but it’s best explored by car, allowing stops for bear safaris, kayaking, and a visit to Sweden’s second highest waterfall. And if you’re feeling brave, do try fermented herring, a particularly pungent delicacy belonging to this area.
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Umea
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Guitars, The Museum​
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Umedalen Skulptur. Parks. Art experience
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Music at Umeå Folkets Hus
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Tore
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​Snowsleigh Forest Safari. Amazing arctic backcountry with a small group in an open snowsleigh on this 3-hour forest safari.
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Tornio
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Border crossing to Finland​
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Smögen
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Great seafood​
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Gothenburg
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Universeum. Gothenburg. Gothenburg’s largest science
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Vasa Museum
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Hoga Kusten (Hiking / walking in Ornskoldsvik)
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Sala Silvergruva
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Stangehuvud Naturreservat
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Abisko National Park. Located on the North Calotte Trail
in Sweden’s Lapland, Abisko National Park covers 77
square km (30 square miles) of sparkling fjords, stumpy
mountains, birch forest, cave complexes carved into the
rock, and spectacular waterfalls crashing through canyons.
Elk and reindeer populate the landscape
and the 440-km (275-mile) national hiking and Nordic skiing
route of Kungsleden (King’s Trail) starts within the park.
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Companies​
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Gothenburg Refinery (78,000 bpd refining capacity) (st1)
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Nynäshamn Refinery (90,000 bpd refining capacity) (Nynas)
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Gothenburg Refinery (132,000 bpd refining capacity) (Preem)
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Lysekil Refinery (220,000 bpd refining capacity) (Preem)
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Novartis (Pharmaceuticals)
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MSD (Pharmaceuticals)
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Pfizer (Pharmaceuticals)
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Roche (Pharmaceuticals)
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Malmo Bryan A.- Dairy
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Any other suggestions / Information:
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Prospective visitors to the Arctic should also consider carefully the potential remoteness of certain destinations from search and rescue, evacuation and medical facilities. Independent travellers are particularly advised to develop contingency arrangements for emergency back-up. You should be aware that in these regions, search and rescue response will often need to be dispatched from many hundreds of miles away. Search and rescue assets are also likely to offer only basic transport and basic medical care, and are unlikely to be capable of advanced life-support. You should make sure you have adequate travel insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment or potential repatriation.
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