It is important that you learn and study about the places that you plan to see and take pictures. Read and learn as much as possible from good guide books and from the internet. Learning about the places would mean you are ready to handle unexpected chanllenges and emergent issues.

Study guides books and maps to get a feel for where things are, the direction of light in relation to the main sights, and the best way to get around it. If you are travelling with others you will need to find way to accommodate their needs with you photography ambitions. Security and camera care are just as important as well.