Download - Melissa Keroack: Traveling Tips
M I N D - O P E N I N G E X P E R I E N C E S
• Traveling is an important part of discovering the world around you and opening your mind to various cultural practices.
• But, as we’ve all probably experienced, there are some things we wished we knew before taking off.
• So, here is a list of important travel tips that I’ve gained from past experience and hope you can share with somebody you know who has a yearn for discovery and adventure…
W A K E U P E A R LY !
• Whether you’ve traveled nationally to a different state or halfway around the world, you don’t want to shorten your days when your time is limited.
• Even if you know you’ll be abroad for a year, it’ll go by faster than you think - and you don’t want to think back and wish you hadn’t slept as much.
• Plus, if you’re up early enough in a touristy place, chances are you will avoid heavy crowds.
• And make sure to bring your camera, because there is no better lighting for pictures than in the morning
# 1
I N T E R A C T W I T H L O C A L S
• Although growing up you were probably told to stay away from strangers, you’ve most likely matured a lot since then, and it’s time to broaden your horizons when it comes to meeting people.
• Make it a point to interact with locals, especially if you’re traveling internationally.
• Locals will introduce you to things in their country that you may never have known otherwise.
• Remember, people make traveling more authentic than just snapping photos of famous sites.
• So stop being shy, and talk with locals - you may even get to practice speaking in a different language.
#2
E AT L O C A L C U I S I N E
• Ask for recommendations of what great restaurants are in the place you’re visiting.
• Looking up this information online is sometimes useful, but it’s better if you ask somebody native to where you’re staying.
• Whether it’s an interaction with a hotel lobbyist, or a shopkeeper, locals will know the most authentic places to grab a bite.
• Especially if you’ve never been experimental with different foods, step out of your comfort zone when you travel and try something new and native to the land.
• If you find yourself ordering cheeseburgers everywhere you go, something isn’t right.
#3
B A C K U P I M P O R TA N T
D O C U M E N T S
• Yes, we live in a digital age so chances are you have more than just phone numbers stored on your phone.
• Make sure you store information on either the iCloud or something similar so you the information does not get lost.
• It’s also smart to make both digital and keep hard copies of important documents like your passport, birth certificate, and emergency phone numbers.
#4
S AY Y E S !
• Lastly, don’t be afraid to say yes. When you travel, you’ll be exposed to opportunities that you may not feel comfortable pursuing, but do it anyway.
• Unless it puts your safety at risk, you’ll probably learn a lot about yourself and the place you’re exploring if you say yes to unexpected situations.
• Plus, these thinks make for great stories to tell down the road.
• Speaking of - don’t forget to bring a journal!
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F O R M O R E T R A V E L T I P S , R E A D T H I S A R T I C L E P U B L I S H E D O N E X P E R T VA G A B O N D . C O M .
A N D D O N ’ T F O R G E T T O H A V E F U N !