Great Travel Tips That Put The Fun Back In

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Start as soon as you can before your trip, that way you can add your must-have items to the list as you think of them. Having a list will keep you organized and clutter-free, even if you don't actually pack until the last minute.

If you are traveling to a less developed country and you have security concerns in a hotel, take along a doorstop. You can use it to help keep the door closed.

If you are a visitor to foreign cities, keep your eyes open for thieves that might be dressed as law enforcement or government personnel. You must not give anyone your original passport; it may be gone for good if you do. If they state you must go to an office, offer to walk the distance with them. Do not get in a vehicle with a local who you don't know.

Unfortunately, you cannot depend on an airline to see to your needs, even if your traveling involves a lengthy flight. And items you may need, such as a pillow or blanket, should be packed before your flight. You should also think about bringing some snacks with you.

If you are driving of flying with a toddler, be sure to bring along "busy" toys for him. Keep some of their favorite items on hand. It is also nice to purchase at least one new toy for the trip, since this will be a complete novelty and will keep your little one's attention, for a longer period of time.

Put in a good workout before boarding your flight. Longer flights can be hard on your body. Your back and legs can start to cramp up after sitting for such a long time period. If you workout or stretch before the flight, the probability of getting cramps is greatly reduced.

Plan road trips so that you do not get stuck in rush hour traffic. This will help to reduce the time that it takes to get there. This is a great time to grab a bite or give the kids some exercise.

If you are traveling to a different time zone, you may experience jet lag. If you get more sleep before the trip it will help. Also try and get a bit of shut eye on the plane.

For traveler's checks, convert them to cash before shopping or dining. Many places abroad do readily take traveler's checks, but it can be a pain to use them as they are. It's possible to get shorted when using them; so, sometimes cash is better.

Do your best to avoid traveling during rush hour when you are driving. If it's not possible to avoid rush hour, take a break during that time. It's a great time to grab something to eat and let the kids run off some energy for a bit.