Monday, February 27, 2012

The Path To Follow For Stress-Free Travel

By George Renoir


When traveling to another country it is important for you to be as safe as you can possibly be. The tips that are provided in the following article should give you an idea of what you should avoid. It is better to be safe than sorry when it comes to international travel.

Make sure that when you are traveling on long flights, to stretch your legs as often as possible. The majority of trips are going to be cramped, as you will want to make sure that you do not get sore during the flight. If possible, take a walk to and from the bathroom to get exercise.

When on a road trip with a toddler, try to start your trips nearer to the afternoon. Many times, young children will give you problems if you head out too early. Most toddlers will be ready for their nap in the afternoon and will be less likely to act up on any trip, when they are fast asleep.

One way to collect memories of your trip is to do crayon rubbings of architectural features, historical markers or even, just interesting textures. All you need is a crayon and thin, newsprint like, paper. Tear the paper cover off the outside of the crayon. Next, hold the paper flat on the surface you are recording. To complete the rubbing, use the side of the crayon rubbing it back and forth until the image emerges.

When you are traveling to a new city, join in on a pub crawl. You can experience the downtown area and meet new people. You'll have even more fun by slowly eating dinner across the different restaurants; have drinks at one place and then an appetizer at the next. Work your way up to a main course and dessert.

If you pack electronics while traveling, either remove the batteries or flip them around. Some small electronics can be easily flipped on. You definitely do not want them flipping on in your bag during the trip. There is a good chance the battery might be drained by the time they are unpacked.

Before going on a road trip, make sure you have your car's fluids checked (oil, coolant, brake fluid, ATF, windshield washer etc.) This not only saves you time by not having to do it sometime during the trip, but it can also help you avoid disastrous stalls along the way. Nothing is worse than being stuck in the middle of the road far from an auto shop during a road trip.

No matter where you are going or how you plan to get there, the information in this article will offer a fresh perspective to consider as you make your travel plans. Keep these tips in mind as you plan your next recreational trip, and you are sure to discover something new.




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