Great advice from a guy who’s spends his whole life travelling.
“Twelve years ago I sold everything I owned. No house, no car, nothing. I moved into hotels and cruise ships full-time and I’ve been traveling ever since. Before that I lived in Europe and Asia for 17 years in six different countries. Now I spend my life on the road, visiting 15-20 countries a year, and after thousands of nights in hotels and countless flights, I’ve learned a few things about how to make travel less stressful and a whole lot smoother.”
“These are not theories, these are the things I do on every single trip. If you travel often, or you know someone who does, share this list. It will save time, money, and headaches.”
1. Take pictures of tickets, luggage tags, and all important documents. If your luggage gets lost, that picture will be your best friend.
2. Pack comfort items in your carry-on. You never know when a flight gets delayed or you’re stuck in an airport overnight.
3. Shred your luggage tags when you take them off. Those barcodes hold more personal info than you think and scammers know it. And don’t EVER throw them away in public places.
4. Always pack your manners. Travel is stressful enough, and kindness goes further than anything else.
5. Use headphones on your phone or when watching videos. Nobody wants to hear your video call!!
6. If you’re sick, wear a mask. It’s not about you, it’s about everyone else.
7. Put an AirTag or SmartTag in your checked luggage so you can track them.
8. Carry wipes and clean your seat area. That tray table is one of the dirtiest surfaces you’ll touch.
9. Have your travel apps updated and notifications turned on. A five-minute heads-up on a gate change can save you a sprint across the airport.
10. Bring a power bank. Dead batteries are the enemy of a smooth trip.
11. Download offline maps. Wi-Fi is not guaranteed.
12. Pack snacks. Airport food is expensive and airplane food is hit or miss.
13. Notify your bank before traveling so your card doesn’t get blocked abroad.
14. Always learn a few words in the local language. A simple hello and thank you can change the way locals treat you.
15. Sign up for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck to save time.
16. Put your phone on silent and in airplane mode when flying or cruising. Saves you money and shows respect to others.
17. Carry a reusable water bottle and use airport refill stations.
18. Use Google Lens for translation. It’s a game-changer in foreign countries.
I could go on and on, but the point is this, travel doesn’t have to be a nightmare. With the right habits, it becomes a rhythm, almost second nature.
Thanks to Scott Eddy
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrscotteddy/
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