IMPORTANT INFORMATION / FAQs

​​​Trip Insurance (US-based residents only):  Noelette recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected, so you can relax and enjoy your trip. For your convenience, we offer a travel protection plan, provided by Travelex Insurance Services, that helps provide coverage for Trip Cancellation/Interruption, trip delay, baggage loss, theft or damage, medical expense and emergency evacuation coverage and more. ​​Please Note: The plan cannot be purchased after final payment. For more information and rates please go to our Travel Insurance page.  
Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; NAIC #22276. ZWQ
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Final Payment: Due 60 days prior to departure. Credit Card/Paypal accepted. Direct Deposit/Cash/Check full payments accepted with $100 discount per passenger.

Gratuities: Included in the final invoice for guides and driver; but does not include Love Offerings for Chaplain & churches.

Check-In:  Passenger must check-in directly at the airport at least 3 hours before departure.  Luggage handling is included from/to hotel and bus; not including airports. Carry-on luggage are the responsibility of passengers at all times.  For connecting flights, allow at least 3 hrs lead time and check-in your luggage to your final destination.

Airline Ticket:  Your airline reservation has been confirmed however E-tickets (no paper ticket) are issued about 30-45 days prior to departure. To check-in, present your passport (at least 6 month valid), flight information, and Mileage #.  Meet the group at the departure gate.

Airline Seats: As part of a group, seats are pre-assigned, which may be changed during check-in only.

Airport Security:  All liquids, perfume, gel, toothpaste, etc. must be checked-in. Small amounts may be allowed in carry-on luggage, up to 3.4 oz/100 ml each, contained inside a quart-size clear plastic zip-top bag.

Luggage Allowance:  One checked bag, maximum 50 lbs (23 kg) and 62” linear (L”+ W”+ H”) in dimension, plus one carry-on bag, and a purse or computer.

Currency:  1 Euro = 1.15 USD / 1 Israeli Shekel = 0.30 USD.  US Dollars and credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are available in local currency. Inform your bank before your travel, if using credit cards or ATMs. Change about $50 in local currency for your food & minor items.

Meals:  Breakfast and dinner are included daily. However, lunch is not included. Expect to spend an average of $10 to $20/person for lunch. Drinks are also not included. Bottled water is usually for sale at the bus or in stores. 

Visa: No visa needed for US citizens for Israel/Europe. Visas needed for Russia & South America. Visa is required for Philippine citizens (90 days lead-time). Contact Noelette Tours for more information.

Weather Forecast (Deg in F): Europe: ~ High 70/Low 50.  Re-check forecast before final packing. Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes. Bring umbrella or raincoat/poncho.

Mass: Scheduled daily (TBA). Proper attire is required in churches (no shorts, sleeveless). Bring your bible/prayer/song books.

Voltage (220v): Bring rounded 2-prong adaptors. Hair dryers are provided in most hotels.  

Time: Israel/Jordan/Russia +7 hrs.  Eastern Europe/ Portugal +6 hrs.  Spain +5 hrs. Brazil/Argentina +1 hr of NY/NJ

Telephone/WiFi: Pre-arrange with your mobile carrier to enable international roaming.  Most hotels have free Wi-Fi access.

Things to Bring:  Bring casual clothes, light jacket, and comfortable shoes/slippers. Snacks, candies, sanitizer, sun block, tissue paper & medications. Separate your prescription medications and other important items plus one extra change of clothes in your carry-on bag.

Suggestion: Leave home and in a safe place a photocopy of your itinerary, credit cards, passport for emergency replacement. Make use of hotel room safe to store your valuables/important documents.

Giveaways:  Noelette Tours will provide you with a travel bag, luggage strap, and ID/lanyards at the airport or at the hotel.

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