Club Med Singles Week
Air travel Due to heightened security allow extra time for check-in, and contact your airline regarding carry-on luggage regulations. Bring a few snacks in your carry-on luggage and drink plenty of water or juice while flying. Avoid caffeinated beverages and alcohol, as they will dehydrate you.
Bar drinks Unlimited drinks and snacks are part of your all-inclusive package.
Car rental Rental cars are available at select villages. Rental facilities can also be found at airports and some train stations.
Check-in/check-out Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. Check-out is at 9:00 am. More favorable check-in/check-out schedules may be available, depending on the village (refer to your “Notification Form”).
Climate Take time to adjust to changes in climate, temperature & altitude. Avoid excessive physical exertion on the first day. Sun exposure should be gradual; wear sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen.
Clothing There are theme nights where Club Med suggests attire. One night they suggest you wear all black; one night is red top/black bottom; one night is white top/blue jean skirt or pants; one night is dressy which translates to a sun dress for girls and dockers and golf shirt for guys. And if you never want to change out of shorts, that is fine too.
Customs Read posted signs when going through customs. Keep all receipts and sales slips, and pack items to be declared together. Items which must be declared include: purchased items; gift items; items inherited while away; items purchased in duty-free shops, on a cruise ship or plane; items purchased for someone else; items purchased to sell or use in your business and items which have been repaired or
altered during your trip.
Electricity The room is equipped with a hair dryer, radio/cd player, tv, mini fridge, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, personal safe, and a telephone. If you wish to bring such items as shavers, hair dyers, electric toothbrushes, etc., remember they must have the proper voltage or be dual-voltage ready, depending on the electricity in the county you are visiting. Travel stores and most electronic stores carry converter kits, or you may purchase items which are either dual-voltage or battery-operated.
Health Most Club Med villages have a registered nurse on-site and a physician on-call. However, a first-aid kit is always a good idea to bring. Some items to include: medicine for motion sickness, aspirin, antiseptics, antibacterial ointment, antihistamines, antacid, insect repellent, diarrhea medicine, sunscreen, and bandages. It is a good idea to hand-carry all prescription medicine. Also bring a copy of your prescription. Note: the availability of prescription medicines may be limited in some countries. It is common for international travelers to suffer from digestive trouble. In order to minimize your risk, we recommend that you progressively adapt your diet by staying hydrated and eating well-cooked food. Water in Club Med villages is drinkable and bottled water is also available.
Language Club Med’s GO’s (“Gracious Organizers”) are multi-lingual, so you will not have a problem communicating within the village. If you plan to explore outside the village, bring along a “useful phrases” book in Spanish.
Money Bring a small amount of cash (US dollars are fine), a major credit card and travelers’ checks. Do not keep them in the same location in case one of your bags is lost. Money can be changed at the airport or at the village. Remember to record the serial numbers of your travelers’ checks and take emergency numbers to report lost or stolen credit cards.
Packing tips Pack light. Divide your belongings between a small, carry-on suitcase & a full suitcase so you have clothing and essentials should your checked baggage be delayed or lost. In your carry-on bag, you should pack prescription medications, extra eye-glasses or contacts/cleaning solution, personal feminine products, a camera & film, a portable alarm clock, pocket calculator and all important papers (tickets, passport or visa, hotel and car reservations, necessary phone numbers). General packing tips: clothing should be comfortable & easy to clean. Wear natural fabrics that breathe, such as cotton. In warm climates, bring a sweater or light jacket for cooler nights. Plastic sandals for the beaches, a sturdy pair of walking shoes, and your swimsuit, are essential.
Passports, visas, and personal identification Bring personal identification, such as your driver’s license and a birth certificate, or bring your passport. Verify that your passport/visa has not expired (some countries will not allow you to enter on a passport that’s due to expire in six months or less). Check specific consular information at www.travel.state.gov.
Safety Don’t take large amounts of cash or expensive jewelry. Bring a belted or otherwise secured pouch (preferably one which you can conceal beneath your clothing) to safely carry such items as currency, identification and room keys. Other valuable items may be secured within your room safe, or within a safety deposit box at the Reception Desk. The less tourist-like you appear, the less likely you are to become a target for crime. Remember you’re on vacation - leave your laptops at home.
Vaccinations No shots are required for travel. You can consult with your health care provider before traveling to ensure that you are fit and able to travel & that your vaccinations are up-to-date. You may also want to consult the Center for Disease Control’s website, which has extensive and easy-to-use information on Travelers’ Health for specific destinations: www.cdc.gov/travel. A list of travel clinics is also provided by the International Society of Travel Medicine at their website: www.istm.org.