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Friday, June 8, 2012

Family Holiday Advice

By Matthew R Renoldson


Travel can be one of the most rewarding experiences that you ever grant yourself. There is so much to see out there and so much to learn. However, it's smart to be prepared before you embark on any kind of travel adventure. Having the correct documents ready is just the first step.

Ask the hotel for an electronic air filter when you are traveling. Many rooms have windows that will not open, and they have a tendency to smell a little funny. An air filter does a great job of moving and cleaning the air, allowing you to relax and feel comfortable in your room. It also provides some background noise that could be helpful as well.

If you are traveling abroad you can be easily the target of a crime. Make sure you don't wear any expensive or conspicuous jewelry and carry an extensive amount of money. Following these two tips will lessen your chance of being pick-pocketed or being the target of a petty crime.

When traveling, don't pack your most valuable jewelry pieces. Packing them makes them vulnerable to thieves. The safest place for these items is at your house. If you absolutely must bring them, pack them in your purse, carry on, or a diaper bag. Consider how you'll feel if you lose the item before considering it to be a must pack item.

Attempt to get the "local" hotel rate when traveling. Many hotels give people living in the area a special deal in order to try and fill their rooms. If you know someone who resides in your destination city, ask them to call about any special offers that might be available. This technique can save you quite a bit of money.

In countries that you travel to, be aware of the cultural view of how questions are answered. In some places, especially India and Asia, it can be considered very rude to tell someone that you don't know the answer to their question. Others may simply answer "yes" to any question asked in English. Pay attention to doubtful body language.

For easy cleanup during a road trip, make sure to carry plenty of garbage bags. You will most likely be eating and drinking in the car and will need to dispose of it somewhere. This will make it so you don't have to make any stops along the way, just to throw out your garbage.

When you are traveling on a cruise ship, plan for any theme parties that they might have on board. Contact the ship ahead of time, and find out what they will be doing. Pack a few accessories that will help you enjoy the festivities, and you could even save some money since you won't be tempted to buy costumes on the boat.

If you are going to another country, remember to keep copies of your passport in different places. Losing your passport can be a major inconvenience especially if you do not have a copy. It will often be your only accepted form of identification in the foreign country and you will also need it to return to your home country. In addition, if you lose your passport, report it immediately to protect yourself from possible fraudulent use of your lost passport.

If you are looking for something a bit different why not try traveling and then staying gin a holiday yurt. They are often found on glamping sites and provide a unique and special way for you an your family to holiday. Make sure you find the biggest Yurt you can because if you have not stayed in a tent before a yurt will seam small!




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