Friday, July 20, 2012

Ways To Travel Off The Beaten Path

By Paige Thompson


Traveling, even when it is done for business, is an enjoyable activity. If you feel like you're paying too much, however, some of the fun may be sucked out of it. You might not be able to afford to do everything you want. This article contains tips on how to maximize your travel budget by minimizing your expenses.

Don't let your cruise be the first place you realize that you get seasick. Getting seasick could be a disastrous end to your enjoyable vacation. You will be bedridden, recovering from the seasickness, and not having fun. Get a prescription for seasickness medications to have on hand just in case.

When you are packing for a trip, think about choosing pants and dresses in dark colors. Clothing that has been packed into a suitcase often becomes dirty or wrinkled. However, it is far more noticeable on lightly colored garments than it is on darker fabrics. You can wear bright accessories to liven up the darker clothes.

Prior to booking your hotel you should read reviews of the different resorts or hotels you are considering. By avoiding places with bad reputations, you can avoid having a terrible experience on your trip.

No matter what the time is in your home-land, make sure you stay out of bed until 8pm local time. This will help you assimilate to the new time zone much quicker, and help to ward off jet lag. If you go to bed early, even if you're tired, it can make your jet lag stay longer because you keep your body in sync with the time zone from home. The quicker you get used to local time, the quicker jet lag will fade.

When traveling by air, be sure to wear lightweight and comfortable shoes. You want the shoes to be easily removable as well. You will be required to remove your shoes at the security checkpoints, and you may want to take them off while in the air. Comfort is paramount. You are not going to have to do as much walking as you will sitting in most cases, so the heavy-duty support isn't really that necessary. Canvas mules or other comfortable sandals are ideal wear during travel.

Make a list of what you need to pack. Between one week and three months before you leave for a trip, sit down and write down every item you are going to take with you. If you are delayed in beginning your packing, having a comprehensive list will make the task quicker, easier, and with less clutter.

Don't rely on the airline you're flying with to cater to your every need, even if you're going on a long distance flight. If you think they will come in handy, pack a travel pillow, a light blanket and comfortable headphones. Don't go hungry! Bring your own healthy snacks on the plane!

Long trips provide a great reason to pack up your music collection, load it in the car and enjoy your favorite songs along the way. This way you don't have to worry about relying on the radio while you drive.

If you travel smart, you will notice that your trips and vacations are less stressful and more enjoyable. You will be much happier at your destination when you realize that you saved a lot of money without losing the enjoyment.




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