Travel is a hobby for some and a business necessity for others. But regardless of your reason for getting from one place to another, there are ways to make it easier and more pleasant, and ways for it to bring stress into your life. Try these great tips for making travel time into a more enjoyable time.
Drive through windows at fast food places almost inevitably give you too much or too little sugar or other sweetener when you order coffee or tea. When traveling, don't throw the extra away! Tuck into a baggie or maybe a little tin and keep it for the next time you are shorted. It sure beats having to turn around and go back through the drive through!
Try to find and wear a money necklace when traveling. Similar to a money belt, a money necklace hold money, your passport, credit cards or any other valuable belonging you may have. It can easily be hidden underneath your clothing. This helps to hide your personal belongings from any thieves or pickpockets.
When traveling, don't pack your most valuable jewelry pieces. Packing them makes them vulnerable to thieves. The safest place for these items is at your house. If you absolutely must bring them, pack them in your purse, carry on, or a diaper bag. Consider how you'll feel if you lose the item before considering it to be a must pack item.
Attempt to get the "local" hotel rate when traveling. Many hotels give people living in the area a special deal in order to try and fill their rooms. If you know someone who resides in your destination city, ask them to call about any special offers that might be available. This technique can save you quite a bit of money.
Make a packing list when traveling. This will help to speed up the process of packing for your favorite trip and keep you from forgetting important items. It will also help to ensure that you do not leave items behind when you pack to go home. You can simply go over your list and make sure that everything is back in your suitcase.
If you find it necessary to receive mail when you are traveling, check ahead of time for options available to you. Many post offices within the United States, as well as foreign countries, will accept mail addressed to you and sent to "General Delivery." In addition, some banks and credit card companies will accept mail in their branch offices, if you are a regular customer of theirs.
When you are traveling on a cruise ship, plan for any theme parties that they might have on board. Contact the ship ahead of time, and find out what they will be doing. Pack a few accessories that will help you enjoy the festivities, and you could even save some money since you won't be tempted to buy costumes on the boat.
If you are going to another country, remember to keep copies of your passport in different places. Losing your passport can be a major inconvenience especially if you do not have a copy. It will often be your only accepted form of identification in the foreign country and you will also need it to return to your home country. In addition, if you lose your passport, report it immediately to protect yourself from possible fraudulent use of your lost passport.
If you are looking for something a bit different why not try traveling and then staying gin a holiday yurt. They are often found on glamping sites and provide a unique and special way for you an your family to holiday. Make sure you find the biggest Yurt you can because if you have not stayed in a tent before a yurt will seam small!
Drive through windows at fast food places almost inevitably give you too much or too little sugar or other sweetener when you order coffee or tea. When traveling, don't throw the extra away! Tuck into a baggie or maybe a little tin and keep it for the next time you are shorted. It sure beats having to turn around and go back through the drive through!
Try to find and wear a money necklace when traveling. Similar to a money belt, a money necklace hold money, your passport, credit cards or any other valuable belonging you may have. It can easily be hidden underneath your clothing. This helps to hide your personal belongings from any thieves or pickpockets.
When traveling, don't pack your most valuable jewelry pieces. Packing them makes them vulnerable to thieves. The safest place for these items is at your house. If you absolutely must bring them, pack them in your purse, carry on, or a diaper bag. Consider how you'll feel if you lose the item before considering it to be a must pack item.
Attempt to get the "local" hotel rate when traveling. Many hotels give people living in the area a special deal in order to try and fill their rooms. If you know someone who resides in your destination city, ask them to call about any special offers that might be available. This technique can save you quite a bit of money.
Make a packing list when traveling. This will help to speed up the process of packing for your favorite trip and keep you from forgetting important items. It will also help to ensure that you do not leave items behind when you pack to go home. You can simply go over your list and make sure that everything is back in your suitcase.
If you find it necessary to receive mail when you are traveling, check ahead of time for options available to you. Many post offices within the United States, as well as foreign countries, will accept mail addressed to you and sent to "General Delivery." In addition, some banks and credit card companies will accept mail in their branch offices, if you are a regular customer of theirs.
When you are traveling on a cruise ship, plan for any theme parties that they might have on board. Contact the ship ahead of time, and find out what they will be doing. Pack a few accessories that will help you enjoy the festivities, and you could even save some money since you won't be tempted to buy costumes on the boat.
If you are going to another country, remember to keep copies of your passport in different places. Losing your passport can be a major inconvenience especially if you do not have a copy. It will often be your only accepted form of identification in the foreign country and you will also need it to return to your home country. In addition, if you lose your passport, report it immediately to protect yourself from possible fraudulent use of your lost passport.
If you are looking for something a bit different why not try traveling and then staying gin a holiday yurt. They are often found on glamping sites and provide a unique and special way for you an your family to holiday. Make sure you find the biggest Yurt you can because if you have not stayed in a tent before a yurt will seam small!
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