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HACKS AND ADVICE FOR TRAVELLING LIKE A PRO

Written by Menswear Style in Travel on the 13th November 2019

Traveling is one way of learning about yourself and making incredible experiences. Besides, traveling enables one to discover new places, and see beautiful sceneries as well as learning new things about the world. Traveling brings a great feeling and also enriches you in a way that nothing else can, whether you are travelling with a group, your partner or even alone. Speaking of solo travel, that is definitely a life-changing experience. Traveling alone allows you to fall in love with nature and appreciate the beauty in the world. It also gives a lot insight about yourself. Whatever form of travel you choose, here are some tips, advice and equipment that will make the experience even more enjoyable, as well as help you always be prepared for bumps along the road.

Plan Early

There are many things to take care of before leaving for a trip and when you fail to plan early, you will have so much stress and probably end up forgetting important things. It is even more so important when it comes to buying airplane tickets and booking accommodation, as last minute departures can be pretty pricey. Make sure you have planned for your transport, made an arrangement about your accommodation, and load money in your debit card. Lost luggage, missed flights, and busted budgets can be stressing. All this menace can happen to seasoned travelers if they fail to plan.

Do Your Research

Carry out extensive research to identify potential mishaps in your trip and learn about customs and laws of the country you are going to. For example, you can hire a car in a foreign country and later find that you are required to have an international driving license. Many car rental companies require a valid international driving permit (IDP), so ensure you secure one online or from your local auto club before booking that trip. An IDP is an official document that allows you to drive in foreign countries, and it can be handy if you're ever pulled over by the police. While you may not need an IDP in every country, it's always best to be safe and have one on hand. The other vital thing is communication. Don’t assume that everyone knows how to speak in English. Research on the language used in your destination and if you are not familiar with it, try and learn some key phrases before leaving. You can learn languages with Babbel, a learning app available also for iOS, as well as many other language apps on the market.

What to pack for your trip

There is a wide range of items to pack for your upcoming trip. Start by choosing the right bag for your luggage. Everyone has different items that thy'd like to carry with thm. The first thing to check is clothes: make sure you bring enough clothes that you can wear in different occasions and weather scenarios. Since it is a vacation, be more inclined towards casualwear and maybe some eveningwear pieces for dinner and drinks. Then choose electronic gadgets that you may need on your trip. A power bank should be one of them; remember, you will be spending your days out and about and therefore this gadget will definitely come in handy for charging your electronics. Also, remember to pack personal items such as soap, deodorants, lotions etc. For your entertainment, make sure you have a list of songs or podcasts on your mobile phone. To prepare for unforeseen events, carry copies of vital documents.

Keep your money in order

The first thing is to find out whether you can afford the trip. If the price varies with seasons, you can wait for it to drop. Set up a vacation saving kit so that you will have enough to spend on your holiday. The money will help you pay for air tickets and accommodation costs. The most important thing to keep in mind when budgeting for a trip is that you will need money to spend while there, so always budget in a certain amount that you plan to spend per day.

Plan your itinerary

You can find a lot of information on the internet. Write down the places and the attractions you wish to visit in a notebook or on your smartphone notes. In your itinerary, make a schedule that indicates the opening time of every activity, the costs, duration, and closing hours. You can also look for free walking tours that can save you some pennies. Make sure you focus on places that will help you learn more about the history and culture of the country. If you wish to visit popular attraction sites, book your tickets in advance to avoid wasting your time in long queues. To optimise your time, visit places that are closer on the same day.