15-min Country Research

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Everything to research, plan, and prepare before you land + an AI prompt to explore each country deeply.

Preparing before entering a new country makes your first days smoother, safer, and 10× more meaningful.

After visiting 40+ countries, this is the list I follow every time I’m about to move somewhere new.

It keeps me grounded, organized, and ready to explore - no matter where I land.

1. What to do before flying to a new country

🧭 Logistics & setup

[ ] Check visa requirements — what’s the process, and how long does it take? (should be done well ahead of time)
[ ] Download offline maps (maps.me or mapy.com)
[ ] Download the language in Google Translate
[ ] Download/watch videos about history, culture
[ ] Download a couple of songs (you’ll find some ideas in the AI prompt below)
[ ] Download and set up local apps (if possible), see prompt below for what apps
[ ] Write a short preview before you go - your expectations, goals, and reasons for visiting (and later, a reflection after the trip)
[ ] If you are coming from home, pack right!