If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing, or just downright overwhelming to tackle, then this blog post is for you.
I know what it feels like when there seem to be so many things in front of us that we can’t do anything about because they’re just too big. It’s not true, though!
Finding ways to be more savvy and less overwhelmed by our lives is easy. These 6 tips will make you a savvier traveler and give you peace of mind at home.
Read on if travel has been on your mind lately, but maybe you don’t have the time or money to take a break from life right now – this post is perfect for all travelers!
- Be prepared with a travel kit that includes necessities such as medications
Make sure to carry a travel kit with you when going on vacation. This will make it easy for you to stay healthy while away from home by including things like medicine and other essential items for your health.
Whether you’re going for a week or two on vacation or on a business trip, make sure to travel prepared. My travel kit always includes tons of medicine. I don’t want to catch something on the road, so I’m prepared for anything!
Including emergency contact information in your travel kit is also a good idea.
Keep your passport handy at all times – don’t put it in a safe or locker
Don’t leave your passport in a safe.
I don’t want to sound like your mother, but you should always keep it with you because if it’s stolen, that could cause problems when going through security or leaving the country.
Always keep your passport in a place where you can easily access it if you need to make an emergency exit.
Update apps to your destination’s currency to track your spending
You can track your spending more easily if you update the apps on your phone to the destination’s currency. That way, it will be easier to check how much money you have left so there are no surprises when it comes to paying.
If you’re traveling, it’s a good idea to set your phone to the local currency to label all your transactions with their correct prices automatically.
Fiddling around with exchange rates all the time is not worth it!
Book flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to get the cheapest fares
The best time to book a flight is on Tuesday or Wednesday. That’s because most people are looking for flights over the weekend, so you can find some great deals if you have patience!
I first learned this trick from my flight attendant friends – and I can now confirm it works amazingly well! I’ve saved thousands of dollars by simply following this one travel hack.
Use Google Maps offline so you can still navigate even without a connection
If you’re driving or walking between places and don’t have a data connection, use Google Maps offline mode. It’ll still give you directions and useful information like the distance to your destination, what streets to take, and how long it’ll take to get there.
You can also download a map of your places of interest ahead of time, and then you can use it anywhere – even on things like subways!
Carry a credit card from your home country as well as one from the destination country
If you are traveling to another country, bringing your credit card from your home country is always a good idea. You don’t want to rely on just one or two cards when traveling because it could be risky if one gets lost or stolen.
I always bring my credit card from home, one from the place I’m going or an international card such as Revolut. If anything happens, I always have a way to get money and communicate with people at home.
What are your own best travel hacks?
Traveling can be a stressful and terrifying experience, but it doesn’t have to be.
By following these simple tips, you will always know what to expect, where your passport is, how much money you’re spending on flights and accommodations (and when), and most importantly, that you are ready in an emergency.
What are some of your own best traveling hacks? Share them with us below!
