{"id":29138,"date":"2018-06-13T15:53:42","date_gmt":"2018-06-13T10:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.thomascook.in\/?p=29138"},"modified":"2026-03-18T15:21:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T09:51:36","slug":"first-week-studying-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/forex\/first-week-studying-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"First Week Studying Abroad? Thomas Cook Can Help You Cope"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Your bags are packed. You\u2019re ready to go. This is the start of a new phase in your life. You\u2019re moving to a new country as a student. You\u2019ll meet new people, experience a new culture and dive into your course.<\/p>\n

However, there\u2019s one thing you may have neglected \u2013 the first week of Studying Abroad.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The first week is incredibly important. Your expenses will start the minute you land \u2013 airport meals when in transit, cab rides, groceries \u2013 these are all expenses and responsibilities you might have overlooked in your overall budget.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry though! Using these Thomas Cook<\/a><\/strong> products, you can plan out your budget for the first week of studying abroad.<\/p>\n

\"Studying<\/p>\n

Forex Card<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The airport meal<\/h2>\n

Depending on whether you have a layover, you might need to eat at least one meal at the airport, or at least pick up some water. Unfortunately, food and drink are extremely expensive at airports. This can be a bit of a shock because you\u2019ll need to start dipping into your budget just to buy a bottle of water.<\/p>\n

\"Airport<\/p>\n

How can your Forex card help?<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re planning to eat at the airport, make sure to include that in your budget. All you have to do is add more money to your Forex card (try not to use the cash you have in hand).<\/p>\n

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Suggested read: What is a Forex Card?<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The first cab ride<\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019ve landed, you\u2019ll need to figure out transport. Unless you have someone picking you up at the airport, you might need to take a cab. Every country will have its own form of public transport, but because you\u2019ll be carrying heavy luggage, your first ride will be in a cab.<\/p>\n

\"Forex<\/p>\n

How can your Forex card help?<\/h2>\n

Cab fares can be very expensive in countries like the US, UK and Europe. You can go online and find out public cab rates in the country and accordingly estimate the amount. Many countries allow you to swipe your prepaid forex card<\/strong><\/a> to pay for the cab. This way, you can retain the cash you\u2019re carrying with you.<\/p>\n

Groceries<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Food is vital part of your experience abroad. It\u2019s a new experience \u2013 eating different kinds of food, adjusting to a new level of spice and buying foreign food brands. It can also be an expensive experience.<\/p>\n

\"Groceries-<\/p>\n

How can your Forex card help?<\/h2>\n

The first week of studying abroad will mostly be about figuring out cash currency<\/strong><\/a> notes and the prices of groceries and food. You can swipe your card at a restaurant, but the real beauty of the card comes to play during grocery shopping.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s difficult to make an initial budget when you don\u2019t know the general prices of grocery items. Unlike cash, forex cards are limitless. If you do exceed your given budget for shopping, you can always reload your card in order to buy more. You won\u2019t need to rush to an ATM for more cash.<\/p>\n

Student Travel Insurance<\/h2>\n

Luggage<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When you step off the plane and into a new country, there is the thrilling feeling of having arrived. Of starting a new phase in your life. This feeling can vanish the instant your luggage is lost. Tracking your lost luggage can be an incredibly frustrating and sometimes hopeless prospect.<\/p>\n

How can travel insurance help?<\/h2>\n

Travel insurance will ensure that you will be covered in case your luggage is lost after the flight, in the cab ride from the airport, or stolen from the luggage carousel. Depending on the policy you\u2019ve chosen, you can claim insurance for the luggage you\u2019ve lost.<\/p>\n

Looking after your luggage is already a stressful process. Travel insurance will give you the added bit of comfort, during a worst-case-scenario.<\/p>\n

\"Travel<\/p>\n

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Must read: Thomas Cook Travel Insurance Online<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Medicals <\/strong><\/h2>\n

A new country is exciting, but coping with a new climate or food, can be a bit of a shock to the system. In case of any medical issues when you land, it\u2019s good to have student travel insurance, just in case you may need to visit a doctor or clinic. This extends beyond your first week and will essentially keep you covered during your time abroad.<\/p>\n

This will give your budget room to grow, as you won\u2019t be spending valuable foreign currency on expensive medical fees.<\/p>\n

For more information, Check Out\u00a0Student Travel Insurance.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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It\u2019s a big change. So, you\u2019ve prepared for it. You\u2019ve packed the clothes you need. Stocked up on all the food items you\u2019ll need from India. You\u2019ve arranged for the foreign exchange<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0you need. You know where you\u2019re staying. Your documents are ready. You\u2019ve sorted out all the long-term expenses \u2013 college fees, housing or dormitory fees, your route to college, and other necessary things.<\/p>\n