Guide To Smart Traveling

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Transportation

Depending on the season and your budget, some methods of transportation may be more appealing than others. If air travel is your transportation of choice, make sure you are prepared for a potential altitude headache or any of the discomforts that come from extended air travel.  A good remedy to help ‘pop’ your ears is gum.  Earplugs or music can alleviate the external sounds of a crying baby or that snoring gentleman next to you. A gripping piece of reading material may prove necessary to pacify the time during an airport lay over. While air travel gets you to your destination faster than any other method of transportation, it may not be the best choice during seasons with uncertain weather conditions. Delayed and cancelled flights are inevitable during sketchy weather.

 If you are on a budget and your vacation spot is only a few hours away then consider railroad travel. Train tickets are generally cheaper, and station locations are just as common as airports. An added bonus to train travel: you have the opportunity to see some great places along the way that may be missed otherwise.

If traveling on the open road is your plan, then equip yourself with a map with a specified route to your destination or a Global Positioning System (GPS).  Always carry a maintenance kit for the unexpected road mishaps (cell phone, spare tire, jumper cables, a couple of quarts of oil, non-perishable food and water).  Ensure that your vehicle is up to date with registration and insurance information.  Finally, adhere to a travel budget when it comes to the gas and food.  

Alas, you can opt to travel the high seas to satisfy your destination needs.  Not only are cruises an all-in-one smorgasbord of contained fun, a cruise can offer a lot of bang for your buck. With all-inclusive meals, drinks and room packages, any additional out-of-pocket expense is solely at your discretion. When your method of travel is also your destination for travel you practically cut your cost in half.  Keep in mind where there is water, there is, undoubtedly, a cruise ship not far away.

Room And Board

If you are planning to stay at a hotel during your trip make your reservations well in advance to ensure room availability and affordable rates. Research hotels in close proximity to the sites you plan on visiting. The Internet is great for providing customer reviews, pictures and highlighted hotel amenities. Pay attention to customer reviews, this will give you a good idea of what you are in for.  Overbooked rooms or lost hotel reservation records are always a possibility. Having a printed copy of your reservation and the confirmation number is your proof – so bring it with you.  Work with the concierge as he or she may be more inclined to correct the snafu and possibly offer some added concessions.  A room upgrade, or a complementary night, is a great compromise.  

Many hotels like to offer package deals of half price dinners or free continental breakfasts.  Although these offers sound appetizing, most of these meal tickets tend to be less than appealing.  It is wisest to base your lodging choice on the amenities, customer reviews and the distance from the area you plan on exploring.

A great trip can easily go sour if you don’t take the necessary precautions and do your research prior to booking your trip.  Note all the details of your excursion and prepare a backup plan ‘just in case.’   It will be well worth the effort once you are relaxing or partying like the ‘Rock Star’ in the destination of your dreams.  A smart traveler is never disappointed.

 

 

 

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