Choosing Between International vs National Tours

At some point during the course of your music career, you may have to make the call on whether or not to tour internationally. While crossing into other countries will typically make life on the road even more complex than domestic touring, it can also afford new opportunities and experiences.

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In this latest piece from MusicThinkTank, contributor Sam Bowman helps us to weigh the pros and cons of touring internationally vs staying within your own country.

“Whether you decide to travel nationally or internationally, you’re going to have to prepare for the tour before leaving. Seeing as you’re going to be on the road for a couple of months, you want to be sure when you come back, everything is intact. Start by preparing your home for your departure, which could mean doing a deep cleanse and turning off all appliances. If you have pets, you want to make sure they have somewhere to stay. Your options would include hiring a professional pet sitter, finding a house sitter, or asking friends and family.”

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