Are you visiting your family in a winter wonderland? Perhaps you’re jetting off on a tropical vacation this weekend? Whatever the case, preparation is key to making any trip its best.
As you finalize your schedule, plan all your activities, and set your out-of-office replies, there are several things to be sure you don’t do leading up to departure.
Traveling can be stressful, particularly during the holidays when the highways and airports are packed. Thus, avoid any added stress by steering clear of these common Travel mistakes.
Overpacking
You need to understand when to stop while packing for your travel. While you are trying to bring everything you think you will need, you might also end up overpacking.
Lugging around a massive, bulky suitcase can put a severe damper on your vacay mood and result in a messy hotel room and aching back.
To prevent overpacking, pack only what you need throughout the trip and not what you think you will use.
Underpacking
Overpacking can be an issue, but underpacking can be a bigger one. Remember that when you under-pack, you’re likely to forget essentials and buy things you already have at home.
You lose cash that could be used on something more necessary on your travel. Striking for the perfect balance is the goal for any trip.
Not reviewing packing rules
One of the major beginner traveler mistakes is packing things for airplane travel that are not on the fly list. You do not wish to pay extra for exceeding the luggage size and weight limits or get pulled out of the TSA line for having a full-size toiletry item, right?
So, save yourself the trouble of throwing away your bath shampoo by checking out TSA’s rules on liquid limitations before packing. Also, if flying with multiple airlines, ensure you have researched every company’s baggage rules and fees.
Booking too late
This one is self-explanatory. You can’t book too far in advance. Space runs out over peak travel times. It’s recommended to book six to twelve months out.
The earlier you book, the more options you’ll have regarding hotels and even some tours.
Not having a plan
Having no plan can be a plan, but it can also backfire in most scenarios. As much as you wish to go with the flow, having a plan makes your travel smoother and easier.
Try to make a list of destinations you wish to visit and see on your trip, restaurants you like to try out, and other things you wish to do. However, keep in mind that over-planning can also ruin your entire vacation.
Traveling allows you to destress, relax, see new places, and meet new people. However, when planning trips, people are more likely to make some mistakes, some of which may ruin the entire travel experience.
Keep these Common Travel Mistakes in mind so you can fully enjoy your travels! Have you experienced any of the above scenarios? How are you able to handle them?
