Whether you’re a constant traveller wanting to sate your wanderlust or just someone looking for the best holiday spots this 2017, you may want to put up travel-related new year’s resolutions on top of your regular promises. Travelling is a serious business, and yes, it’s a highly enjoyable activity. However, you might be doing a few things which may get in the way of you making the most out of them.
We’ve listed a few must-try and actionable resolutions, and just like last year, 2017 is the best time to start practising them:
Look at Local Destinations
In your past trips, you could have been focusing on destinations outside your country’s borders. Sure, getting on a plane and travelling …show more content…
Look for information like its proximity to the airport and the tourist hotspots, security considerations, crime, and if it is near basic services like restaurants, drug stores, and grocers. Moreover, be sure to check the user reviews beforehand.
Eat Local Cuisine Only
Food is one of the highlights of travel. Be sure to dine and open your palate to local cuisine only - not on fast food or on restaurants serving international dishes. Unless if you have food allergies or there are sanitary considerations, solely eating local dishes will make your trip memorable. You will be exposed to flavours you won’t taste in your home country, and at the same time, experience a unique gastronomic adventure.
Don’t Splurge
Don’t spend most of your cash on one trip, or else you won’t have enough money for the rest of your planned excursions. Discipline when it comes to money may be difficult, but if you want to maximise your days off, spending just enough - and not too much - would be the best course of action. This means it would be a wise decision to avoid luxury restaurants, hotels, and other extremely expensive establishments.
Be a Smart Packer
Packing is a pre-departure activity everybody hates doing. You get all paranoid and end up asking questions to yourself …show more content…
For example, going to Japan means having to bring your own deodorant because it’s so expensive in the said country.
Important items first. These include your travel documents like your passport, cash and credit cards, and of course, your medicine. Remember, if you are suffering from conditions like asthma, medicine may be hard to come by without a doctor’s prescription.
List, list, list. Lists are underrated, and making one can determine whether you’ll pack perfectly or not. List the number of clothes you’ll need, as well as the items you may need to bring, like your smartphone or laptop.
Finally, never overpack. It’s tempting to bring more for contingency purposes. It’s not wrong, but dealing with overweight luggage and not having enough space for souvenirs is a horrifying experience.
Make One Trip a Volunteer Trip
If you’re making multiple trips a year, at least make one dedicated to charity. We’re not saying that you should go to dangerous countries torn by war and strife, but you can assist charitable organisations by volunteering to go and help in the areas where they