TRAVEL TIPS & TRICKS
Whether you are an experienced traveller or just recently embarking on your first travel experience, we have put together a travel guide that entails a list of basic travel tips and tricks as well as advanced ones, which will help you prepare in advance and prevent you from forgetting anything important that could negatively affect your new adventure.
BASIC TRAVEL TIPS
1. Plan Ahead
Make sure you carry out in depth research about your destination well in advance, including visa requirements (if any), local customs, seasonal weather patterns, transportation links and accommodation.
2. Pack Light
Pack versatile clothing and essentials, and use packing cubes or compression bags to maximise space in your luggage. As well as this, create a list of what you want to take with you prior to initiating the packing phase. In that way, you have organised and structured your packing process and will find it easier to pack everything into your travel bag.
3. Stay Flexible
This one may be hard for our intense planners, but staying flexible can open opportunities to experiencing things you didn’t have on your “must see” list. Be open to adjusting your itinerary based on local recommendations, weather conditions, or unexpected opportunities.
4. Budget Wisely
It is important that you set a daily budget, keeping in mind the plan for each day, and tracking expenses using apps or travel journals to avoid overspending. Also, transfer a certain amount of money that you have budgeted rather than a larger sum, in order to avoid the urge to overspend. Of course, with that being said, always have back up somewhere accessible.
ADVANCED TRAVEL TIPS
1. Overnight Transportation
It would be economically beneficial if you choose to travel with overnight trains or buses for longer journeys, in order to save on accommodation costs and maximise your daytime exploration time.
2. Local Adaptation
In order to feel more comfortable it may be worth learning a few key phrases in the language of your destination country, as this can make you feel more confident to communicate and it also shows signs of respect. Moreover, you can should seek authentic experiences by staying in local accommodations, dining at local restaurants and exploring non-touristic areas.
3. Learn Local Skills
Indulge in local cooking classes, learn traditional arts and crafts, or participate in cultural workshops to enhance your understanding of the destination’s culture and heritage.
4. Travel Hacking
It can be very helpful economically if you use airline miles, credit card rewards, and loyalty programs to score upgrades, free flights, or even hotel stays.