61 Travel Tips to Make You the World's Savviest Traveler |
Posted: May 20, 2017 |
If you are just starting out to travel or are a regular traveler but make some common mistakes, this list will be your salvation. It contains tips on the ways one can enjoy their trips without incurring unnecessary costs in the process.
Get a small backpack This will force you into packing less items on your next trip.
Never forget the towel Towels are the handiest piece of cloth you will need on your trips.
Travel light You won't need half of the clothes or RV accessories you usually pack so carry less of them.
Carry extra cards Be it a credit card or debit card, carry a few extras for emergencies.
Pack extra socks Those easily get lost on the way so make sure you have some extras with you.
Use no-fee bank cards When you can, have as few charged cards as possible. You are on holiday to enjoy not accruing debts.
Consult maps Don't? be afraid of consulting maps just because you fear looking like a tourist.
Travel on your own at times Keeping ?to tourist groups will not teach you how to be independent and how to get out of tricky situations.
Get lost at times At times, wandering off course can be the best experience you ever have on your trips.
On flights, seat at the front and to the windows It has nothing to do with being childish and everything to do with comfort and beating the passport control line.
Check with the local tourism office They always have some hidden gems for you.
Avoid money belts They are sirens to thieves to come and rob you off.
Carry along a lock You may find a room that needs a lock of your own.
Carry essentials only When heading out, carry only the money and cards you need for safety reasons. You could be robbed.
Make document copies After making copies of your vital documents, store them in your cloud account or email them to yourself.
Ask hostel employees for information They always have ideas about the city and where to get some items and deals.
Careful when crossing roads Especially in countries with different flows of traffic, you will need to be careful on the road.
Know basic phrases in the local language If you have a grasp of these, the locals will find you more approachable and friendly.
Try the familiar Just because you are in the Himalayas doesn't mean that you should avoid a MacDonald's when you see one.
Read history You will understand and appreciate a place more if you knew what its past was.
Start with the familiar Wherever you will be, always start with something familiar such as a Starbucks.
Stay with business travelers Security lines with business travelers move faster than the other ones so make sure you are in one.
Have options You may realize that a certain airport is closer to your destination than the one you were to choose.
Avoid families in lines Families take ages to go through any checks be it when shopping or security checks.
Ask for hotel upgrades Most hotels will gladly make an upgrade to the facilities without needing more pay.
Visit during lunch hours Most tourist sites empty out during the lunch hours and that is when you should pay them a visit.
Find free WiFi Most hotels and public parks have free WiFi so save some money by visiting them.
Avoid eating at tourist destinations The prices of items near these locations are sky high when you can walk a few blocks for half the price.
Eat at lunch in expensive hotels Most of these hotels offer discounts during the lunch break.
Live like the locals Besides experiencing the local life, you will also be making huge savings.
Have a flashlight Whether you will be camping or staying at a posh hotel, a flashlight never loses meaning.
Book flights early You can do it around three or four months before the actual trip to make savings and avoid rushing.
Have a fastaid kit These help you with major and minor accidents so have a small pack with you.
Choose hostels over hotels Hostels are both cheaper and more fun than hotels as they have more people seeking fun.
Stay approachable Some strangers may just be what you need for lifelong friends and offer lots of help locally.
Harness technology Use websites and apps that allow you to easily meet locals. You? have a better time with these people than alone.
Stay alert It doesn't mean you snob everyone. But keep your guard up for fraudsters and such.
No taxis Taxis will eat into your budget faster than using public means. Use public means for the fun and costs.
Try stuff out Food is one of them. Avoid asking what it is and just eat it. If you don't like it it's okay.
Drink from taps Simply ask if the water is safe and take it. That way, you I'll save lots of money.
Find city attraction cards City attraction cards save you money besides allowing you faster admissions to sites.
Carry cash too Even with your cards, you are still at the mercy of the availability of ATM machines.
Have pictures of your possessions When any of it gets lost, it will be better to make a report and have it found or be compensated for it.
Have comfortable shoes Trips require lots of walking so you better have great shoes for that.
Be a haggler Not only ?will haggling save you money, it will be a fun way of interacting with the locals.
Get vaccinated Learn? about the area and what diseases are likely to affect you then get vaccinated against them.
Use miles and points for travel When using your miles and points for travel, you will save lots.
Eat their dishes If the locals can eat it, you can too. Even food on the street should be tried out.
Have warm clothes Whether you are visiting the Sahara or the Arctic, keep warm always.
Get travel insurance This will keep you going on with your trip even when something happens to you.
Have respect It doesn't cost you anything to show some respect to the locals as it may make things much rosier.
Show patience Being patient will see you get more of the trip than been a proud snob. It's a fun trip remember.
Avoid over-planning For the best fun, have a few major events in your schedule then let the rest of the day flow naturally.
Stay frugal If you spend too much, you will not enjoy your days. Also, if you are too stingy, you will not enjoy it either.
Take it easy It is a trip to have fun so relax as much as you can. Put your fun hat on always.
Carry along ear plugs Snoring is everywhere so stay ready.
Have a phone charger with you That's kind of a no-brainer. Whenever you can access power, top up your phone.
Have sunscreen The sun can get unfair at times.
Browse privately Airlines use your search history and cookies to determine the price on you.
Take pictures They are great memories for yourself.
With these tips, your travels will go easy on you and your pocket. You will be able to tell of the fun you had without the pains of a hole in your pocket.
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