Have you ever gotten lost when traveling or booked the wrong train ticket? No one gets home from a trip without making at least one mistake. Luckily, these amazing travel hacks from experienced globetrotters, who shared them on an online forum, can help make your vacation easier and smoother.
Download Maps in Offline Mode
There are many advantages to downloading maps in offline mode. It uses less battery and mobile data, which can sometimes be scarce if you’re traveling internationally. Plus, if you happen to be in an area where there is limited service, you’ll still be able to find where you want to go.
Take A Picture of Important Documents
“Take a picture of all important documents such as passports, insurance, and drivers license. If you dont have cloud storage, send it to yourself in an email!” said one traveler. Getting stuck in another country without a passport or important documents can be a huge hassle and expense. Having copies of everything can make your life easier if anything gets lost or stolen.
Don’t Put Important Things In Checked Baggage
“ALWAYS carry on anything you can’t afford to lose, both monetarily and sentimentally!” said one commenter. Airlines are notorious for losing track of bags when you check luggage. Although it’s rare to completely lose your bag (usually, it just gets delayed), it can happen! So if you’re bringing anything really important, keep it in your carry-on bag.
Mistakes Fund
We usually budget a certain amount for trips but fail to give ourselves a little cushion for mess-ups. One seasoned traveler said, “Give yourself say 100$-500$ (depending on the trip) where your mistakes cost will go to, for example a missed train ride, or flight change fee, tourist scams, etc. It will help you not get one bad thing ruin the whole trip, especially if you are traveling with a travel partner or group.”
Check Major Airport Connections for Cheaper Flights
“I’m sure plenty of people know this ‘hack’ but I’ve surprised my friends quite a few times with this knowledge: I had a friend who was trying to go to Ireland somewhat short notice and the flights were crazy expensive. I told him to look into London and then fly to Ireland from there. He saved $300 on the flight to London and a flight to Ireland was £19. This works for a lot of places in Europe as well. I’ve flown into London for trips to Ireland, Spain, Italy, france… etc.” said one commenter.
Book Flights Directly From The Airline
One traveler recommends, “Never buy your flight through a bucket shop or second vendor i.e. expedia. If you have a flight canceled or delayed you will have to go through them to get a refund which will never happen. You can look at the schedules and prices online, but always buy directly with the carrier and have no shame about asking for the same price online. If it’s $50 more, worth it.”
Compression Socks
Compression socks are great for long plane rides or days of walking and sightseeing. One commenter said, “I wish I had started wearing them in my early 20s for work (on my feet) but also travel and hiking. They improve circulation which is perfect for long days on your feet and for flights. I never notice feeling significantly better when I wear them but I REALLY notice feeling worse when I don’t wear them.”
Power Bar
“In addition to a travel adapter, bringing a power bar with your native outlet can save you from fighting for outlets in hotel rooms with your travel companions. Also good for airports where plugs are scarce,” said a frequent traveler.
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes are small fabric lined compartments that help keep items in your luggage separate and organized. One commenter said, “I can’t believe I used to travel without Packing cubes. This revolution must be how people felt when they realized they could put wheels on luggage.”
On-The-Go De-wrinkler
It’s tough to keep wrinkles and creases out of your clothes when they’re crammed together in a suitcase for a while. One traveler had a great tip; they said, “Steam creases out of clothes by hanging them in the bathroom while you shower.”
Learn the Basics in The Local Language
“Take a few minutes/hours to learn the basic niceties of the local language before you go. being able to say “please/thank-you/excuse me” can help more than you realise,” said one travel enthusiast. Learning a few basic words doesn’t take very long and is usually very appreciated by locals.
Always Bring Imodium
Eating foreign food that you’re not used to can wreak havoc on your stomach and digestive system. It’s always a good idea to bring something to help you, especially if you’re stuck on a plane or train. One commenter said, “I carry this everywhere I go, not just long distance travel. I keep a box of it in my car, and have been very glad it was there on several occasions.”
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