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Traveler's Lodestone

 After a great deal of time and effort, we have put together this great resource for anyone working with foreign languages. Whether that be while traveling abroad or when dealing with non-native speakers in your own backyard.  ”Traveler’s Lodestone”  is a point-to-speak book. It uses picture-based communications to cover the basic things a person would need when conversing in any foreign language. The idea is that when the words aren’t at the tip of your tongue, the pictures are at the tip of your finger. Everything from groceries to clothes to hotel amenities to weather, directions, and more is available instantly with this easy to use book. It’s quick and universal!

Paperback 

At 5×8 and 100 pages, it’s small enough to stick in your purse or bag and carry around, easy to pull out and use. Check out this great universal translator! Now tested in Korea, Japan, and China–it worked perfectly! (the Bathroom/Toilet pic is apparently very popular)  Trust me; I’ve tried the dictionaries, translation books, etc. and this is the best tool I’ve found so far.

E-Book

Go, See, Do!

Vol. 1 covers the things you need to get you where you want to go.

Needs Must!!

Vol. 2 addresses vital information for speaking your critical needs.

Finishing Touches!!!

Vol. 3 covers what you'll need or want to make your trip just right!

One Book Set

This ebook has all of the volumes in one work. 100 pgs-Color

Student Abroad Packet

Having traveled extensively around the world, we are frequently asked to share information we've learned that can help students or other travelers in their own adventures abroad.  So we finally decided to come together and prepare the student packet. This packet is set in the form of pdf files that can be purchased together or separately depending on what you need. The Packet itself combines these files all into one file. 

Full Package

This package contains all of the available files:
  • Carry-On Baggage Packing List
  • Checked Baggage Packing List
  • Before You Leave Checklist
  • Emergency Contact Sheet
  • Health Safety
  • Top 25 Words to Translate
  • Passport Application Information
  • Ways to Save Money
  • Cultural Research
  • Banking
  • Tips for Living Abroad
  • The Traveling Process
  • Travel Tips

The Bare Essentials

This package only contains the most essential files:
  • Carry-On Baggage Packing List
  • Checked Baggage Packing List
  • Before You Leave Checklist
  • Emergency Contact Sheet
  • Health Safety
  • Top 25 Words to Translate

Carry-On Baggage Packing List

Use this complete checklist when packing your carry-on luggage. Make sure you have on hand all the things you'll need before you reach your destination. Covers everything from electronics to documentation to emergency clothing.

Checked Baggage Packing List

This complete checklist goes through the things you need to back in your checked baggage. It also has some suggestions regarding to quantity/size to lighten your load and for packing efficiency. 

Before You Leave Checklist

Check off each thing as you prepare to leave your house. This list includes those little necessities we tend to forget like checking the stove; alerting your banks, and checking that your papers are in order.


Emergency Contact Sheet

Don't leave the country without telling a couple people where you are going. Use this form to alert your emergency contacts of your whereabouts, contact numbers, and other relevant information about your trip.


Health Safety

Please note we are not Medical professionals; it is highly recommended that you speak with a real medical professional before and after your trip. However here are a few ways we have found to keep mitigate the health risks during trips.


Top 25 Words to Translate

This form has two columns. One contains a list of 25 words in English that you need to have translated and on hand whenever you travel. Beside each word is a place you can fill in with the properly translated word.


Passport App. Information

A short summary and checklist for the US Passport Application for students generally. This only covers the basic application; which is what most students and traveling young adults require. Includes links to relevant portions of the Passport website.


Ways to Save Money

Traveling can get expensive, but there are lots of ways you can save some money. Here are several tips we've learned over the years that help you spend less while still enjoying your trip. Experience the fun times; but spend less in the process.


Cultural Research

One of the most important steps in the preparation process is researching the cultural and societal norms. This might even be the thing that keeps you from landing in prison. Here are a list of several questions or issues you should research before you leave. 


Banking

Covers everything from alerting your credit card companies of your travels to paying your bills during the trip. Student travelers are responsible for handling a lot of money and it's important to keep it safe and to ensure that you aren't left stranded in a foreign land without funds.


Tips for Living Abroad

There's more to living abroad than just arriving at a hotel and showing up where requested. You also need to ensure your safety, health, and that you can accomplish daily chores. Here are some tips on how to make the actual living process (such as doing laundry without a dryer or shopping in bargain countries) simpler.


The Traveling Process

If you are a new traveler, the process of flying can be rather daunting. Here is a short explanation of the flight process from entering the airport, throughout the flight, and upon arrival. Knowing what to expect will hopefully help make things flow smoother and less stressful for the student. 

Travel Tips

These tips and tricks will help you move smoothly and steadily through the travel process. It walks through planning your itinerary, arranging your medication, getting through the airport and more.

Top 25 Words to Have Translated ($0.99)

 Here you can find versions of the top 25 words to know for travelers pre-translated into some of the major foreign languages. Thanks to the 1 Page format, this paper is easy to print off and carry with you on your travels!

Each copy follows the same format as the Arabic-language version shown above (click image for larger view). The word comes in 3 forms: 
  • English
  • In the native script
  • A pronunciation-outline version.  
Don't travel without it!




KOREAN

JAPANESE

SPANISH

FUSHA ARABIC