Friday, December 27, 2013

In which not everyone really excels, though travel is one of...

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In which not everyone really excels, though travel is one of...


In which not everyone really excels, though travel is one of those things that everyone can get into. Making travel arrangements can be a fast, painless thought-free process. Getting the best deals and making the best plans, takes a little more effort. Here are a few tips for maximizing the benefits that good travel planning can bring.

TO ensure you have a safe and pleasant traveling experience, make sure your health insurance is valid in the country you’re traveling to. Doing this will make you feel more secure, and make it easier to enjoy your trip. If you do fall ill, it could prevent big problems down the line.

You may want to scout out other locations to use the restroom if you are staying at a hostel or camping while traveling. Bathroom facilities at may hostels may be unclean to the point of disgusting, while the bathroom at the fast food joint down the street at least has to maintain a minimum level of sanitation.

For extra safety when staying in a hotel, bring a door stopper with you. Sometimes, especially when traveling in less developed countries, it is desirable to have a little bit more security in your hotel room at night. Place one of these small, wedge-shaped doorstops under the door before bed, if your door lacks a deadbolt or chain beyond the main door lock.

When traveling to a new location, consider packing old clothing that you no longer care about. You will have more room in your luggage for new clothes or souvenirs that you buy while on your travels if you can discard old clothing along the way. Also, travel is hard on clothes and can wreck new ones.

Make sure you pick a favorable season to enjoy your travels, when possible. You don’t want to travel to somewhere and be stuck in the hotel during your entire stay because of unfavorable weather conditions. If you are unsure when it is best to travel to a given location. ask a friend or look it up online.

Although the idea of adding more clutter to your inbox may seem less than ideal, most major airlines do offer incentives for people who subscribe to their emails. People who can tolerate a few extra emails per week are often rewarded with first-come, first-served access to special promotions and information on upcoming sales.

Always look up recent reviews to the travel hotels and destinations that you plan on visiting. If the place is one you want to stay at, the more reviews a place has, the more reliable it is and the easier you can figure out. Even better if the review has photos. Pictures tell more than words can, most times.

Drink plenty of water. Many doctors say that the primary reason people get sick on long flights is dehydration. Cabin air is very dry and in an enclosed space, germs travel much easier. Protect yourself by staying hydrated by drinking lots of juice and water and you may stave off the cold that the woman, three rows back is sporting.

Everyone on board a plane, train or ship, has something in common, they have all paid for the privilege of being there. , although some passengers seem happier than others These are the wise travelers, who have made an effort to arrange their travel plans for maximum convenience and economy. A little education can help you to join their travel and ranks with a smile.

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