Many apps you use every day, including Instagram, YouTube, Google Maps, Google Drive and WhatsApp, won’t work normally once you arrive unless you’ve prepared in advance. The biggest mistake many travellers make is thinking they’ll download everything after landing. Unfortunately, that’s often too late.

One more thing you shouldn’t forget is setting up a VPN before your flight. It might not seem important while you’re still at home, but the moment you land and try to message your family or check your hotel location, you’ll understand why everyone recommends doing it beforehand.

Thousands of international students have learned this lesson the hard way. Spend ten minutes preparing now, and you’ll save yourself hours of frustration later.