Travel Like a Pro with These 6 Awesome Tips!

Travelling is an amazing experience and it is certainly addictive. Many people do it for leisure, some as a hobby and others do it with a passion so fierce, that there’s little else which they live for. These are experienced travellers. Most people aren’t born savvy travellers. It’s something that only comes with on-the-road experience.

The last year hasn’t been a good one for those who love to travel. With the pandemic putting a dampener on all travel plans, the only option available has been virtual travel. However, everything has a limit and there’s only so much of virtual travel one can indulge in. After a point, it only increases your wanderlust cravings. And let’s face it – travelling in person is an irreplaceable experience; there’s nothing quite like it.

But coming back to the point – if you haven’t travelled much, chances are you will make a lot of mistakes. It is all about ‘fun’ until small hassles like taking the wrong turns or finding yourself wallet-less or cashless the next morning can ruin your trip in a matter of seconds.

Expert travelling is a process born of missed buses and flights, cultural unawareness, and countless tiny errors. But don’t worry, because we’ve got you covered! Below is a list of awesome tips and tricks, using which, you can travel like a pro any time and anywhere. Take a look!

1. Pack Smart

Good packing skills are life-saviour. Learn to roll your clothes, pack your belt in your shirt, choose your outfits wisely and bring only what you need. We know that the temptation to pack everything before a trip is truly unbeatable but this time around, try convincing yourself – you do not need ten tops for a two- day trip. Also, keep in mind to never leave packing for the last moment.

2. ALWAYS Carry a Portable Charger/Power Bank

In today’s times, your phone is your friend, your guide, your mentor and your personal source of entertainment. Just the prospect of carrying around a dead phone without a charger at a hand’s reach seems like a nightmarish reality, doesn’t it? Just in case, you need to fight such circumstances, always make sure to carry a portable charger and a power bank with you.

3. Make Advance Bookings

Make all your bookings at least 3 months in advance. Last-minute offers that can give you cheap flights may make you wait till the very last moment to book, but planning early and wisely can, in fact, save you money. You can also land yourself the perfect flight with seats to your liking as well as practical connection times – a total win.

4. Learn Some of the Lingo

Just a few words or phrases that will help you order food or bargain in a busy market could be immensely helpful in a totally new environment. Plus, you’ll definitely earn some brownie points with the locals! There are endless online resources and apps that can help.

5. Make Extra Copies of Everything

Always carry extra copies of your tickets, hotel bookings, passport and other important documents. Don’t forget to e-mail a copy to yourself too. You never know when you might need to have some sort of documentation with you and might not want to carry your original. Additionally, if your passport gets stolen having a copy will come in handy for your police report.

6. Carry a Basic First-Aid Kit

Accidents happen; no one is immune to them so it’s always better to be prepared. Carry band-aids, anti-bacterial cream, and ointments for minor cuts and scrapes. You never know when you’re going to need them and you can’t always get it when you travel.

So, there you have it – 6 things you should do whenever you’re travelling. Once you get into the pattern, you’re going to ace all your trips. But, let’s not forget that we’re currently in the middle of a pandemic and setting out for a vacation wouldn’t be a wise idea right now. However, let’s not totally neglect virtual tours – they might not be the same as physical travel, but they are quite immersive. Travelling virtually can be a great experience if you do it with an open mind. So, for the time being, sit back, relax and let virtual travel take you where you want to go from the comfort of your home!