A good holiday experience begins at the airport


By LEESAN

Long queues at the airports are normal ... but why does it have to be like this all the time? — LEESAN

I have travelled to 137 countries and territories, and I have come across my fair share of very unpleasant experiences at airport immigration counters.

Some of the reasons for immigration officers to try and deny me entry are: Passport “untidy”, e-visa not applicable, I do not have valid reasons to visit the place, I have inadequate documents, I don’t have printed copies of my hotel accommodation or my return flight tickets, my travel insurance is not recognised in the country and I have insufficient cash to see me through the duration of my stay.

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