“Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer” – Anonymous
Missed buses, irresponsible behaviour, cultural ignorance, and a plethora of minor mistakes all contribute to travel savvy. Then, all of a sudden, you're gliding through airports and assimilating into new cultures like a fish to water. I want to help you speed up the process and avoid my mistakes (which I frequently make), so I compiled this list of my best travel tips that cover everything under the sun to help you reach your full travel ninja potential.
Many of us are born with the wanderlust of travel. For some, travelling is surfing on a never-ending wave of freedom while for others, travelling strictly works. Nevertheless, the freedom provided by travelling has ensured that this has become an essential part of the life of many across the world. Take this article to get some of the most effective tips on how to travel like a pro!
Benefits of Traveling -
Travel is not only advisable for what you can learn and accomplish while you're gone, but also for the rejuvenation that it provides to your mind. People who travel often say that they feel like fresh, new people upon their return home. As a result of this rejuvenation, those who travel often experience reduced anxiety and increased vigour as well as increased mental capacity, creativity and empathy. Even after a one-time quick vacation (think five days at the beach), those who travelled emotionally noted improvements in emotional stability.
Why do people place travelling as the last priority?
It's not just about the savings you will achieve by travelling, that only accounts for 5% of what is attributed to our reasons to travel. Many people are experiencing a global shift in awareness. Events in the world have caused us to see the home as being more challenging and their own communities as being hostile both physically and mentally. This situation is what led Joanna Witherow at The Guardian to tell us, "I long for an escape - however brief."
Travelling is good for your physical, mental, emotional wellness -
It's difficult to be happy, fulfilled, and high-flying if you're living in fear. It's even more gruelling when money is tight, or opportunities are few. You can free yourself from your worrying by simply leaving the house. For some people this means travelling--and if money isn't an issue, it makes for many reasons to travel other than making bank.
Creating a High List for Travel Highs -
It's not enough to just remember all the things you should pack. Make sure you also have a list of tourist destinations you want to visit. Keep track of them with road trip postcards where you collect your favourite photographs and receipts. Bring other emotional reminders, like your love story or favourite bookstore, for extra incentive.
Top Travel Tips -
1. Buy a small backpack/suitcase
2. Pack light
3. Take extra socks
4. Take an extra bank card and credit card with you
5. Pack a towel
6. Travel by yourself at least once
7. Use a map
8. Visit the local tourism office
9. Take only what you need
10. Always carry a lock
11. Make extra copies of your passport and important documents
12. Ask hostel/hotel staff for information
13. Don’t fly direct
14. Wi-Fi is available for free in libraries, Starbucks, and most cafés.
15. Never eat near a tourist attraction or in a touristy area.
16. Take a flashlight with you.
17. Carry a basic first-aid kit
18. Book flights 2-3 months in advance to get the best price
19. Stay in hostels
20. Be open to strangers
21. Try new food
22. Avoid taxis
23. Take free walking tours.
24. Carry Empty Water bottles
25. Take pictures of your luggage and clothes
26. Carry emergency cash
27. Get good shoes
28. Always try to bargain with shopkeepers
29. Eat street food
30. Get travel insurance
Conclusion -
There are many beneficial reasons for doing your own research for your next vacation. You can save a big chunk of change, add meaningful experiences to add to the overall trip and spend less time in airports.
