Travel can be very hectic and considering you are probably on your way to a destination to relax for a vacation, you shouldn't have to be stressed out when you travel. However, it happens to the best of us and no matter how much we try and avoid it small travel annoyances can happen. There are ways to help avoid these small annoyances and one of these ways is to get rid of old bad habits while traveling. Many of these travel mistakes are common yet so many people still do them. Once you realize you are doing these simple travel mistakes, the next step is to try and avoid them the next time you hit the road.
Some of these common mistakes can be something like forgetting important documents but some mistakes can be much larger like planning ahead for certain aspects of a trip, especially if you are traveling internationally. Planning a trip and staying calm throughout the process is important to remember. If you remember to drop these mistakes and bad habits your next trip could be much better. Here are 25 travel mistakes that everyone needs to stop.res.
FORGETTING TO PACK VALUABLES IN YOUR CARRY ON
Putting valuables in your checked bag sounds like a better idea because it is more convenient and there are fewer people who are able to take your valuables. However, your checked bag travels just as much as you and your eyes aren't able to be on it 24/7. Therefore, there is a chance of your valuables getting lost or even worse damaged. Therefore, you should pack your valuables securely in your carryon bag so you can always have access to them. There isn't much you can do if an airline loses your items in your checked bag or if they are damaged, therefore, you have a better chance if you simply carry them yourself.
OVERPACKING YOUR BAGS
This is likely the most common error that every traveler has made before and that travelers keep on making. Even if you are a veteran traveler it is likely that you will slip up at one point and accidentally over pack your bag. This can be a problem when it comes to checking a bag as you are only allowed to bring a bag within a certain weight limit. The best thing to do is to bring the Delta Airlines Phone Number which includes clothes for every day you'll be away and toiletries. Not much else should be packed in your checked bag as you can simply buy what you need at your destination.
TAKING TOO MANY PICTURES
Cameras being in our phone seem like a blessing every which way we turn but sometimes that blessing can be a curse. Often times we will see people enjoying their experiences through a phone rather than with their own two eyes. We're not saying to take any pictures but setting a limit on how many you take can increase the enjoyability of your vacation. Trust us, you won't be looking back on those hundred plus photos you took in the art museum. Pictures are good for commemorating an event not experiencing it.
NOT DRINKING FRESH WATER
Chances are if you are from a place that has accessible fresh water from the tap (like North America or Europe) then you won't think twice of drinking the water from the tap of other countries. However, not everywhere in the world has fresh clean water that comes from the tap and this is important to remember. Doing your for places like the Middle East, South America, Asia, and Africa to see if they have fresh water or not can be important for your health. One of the leading causes of ailments on vacation is contaminated food and water.
NOT RENEWING YOUR PASSPORT
There are many things that you can get wrong when traveling, but one of the most important things is remembering to renew your passport. Next is to actually remember to bring your passport! Both can be equally forgetful and are equally important to international travel. You will want to plan to have your verified passport around 6 months before and after your trip as most countries require that amount of time before your passport is valid enough for entry. Your passport is one of the most important things you'll bring on your trip so make sure to keep it safe.
NOT BUYING TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance may not seem like something that is worth splurging on, but in the long run, it is a life saver (in some cases it literally is). It is a simple process and many places offer it to people traveling locally or internationally. Travel insurance can cover anything like canceled or missed flights to health care while you are away from home. Not only does this help you with getting to your destination it will make sure you are taken care of when you get there. Travel Insurance Review lists 11 reasons why you need travel insurance, many of which you may never have thought you needed to be covered.
FORGETTING TO PACK A CHANGE OF CLOTHES IN YOUR CARRY ON
While this may seem a bit redundant as you probably have spare clothes packed in your checked bag, bringing a spare set of clothes with you in your carry on can be a life saver. It is hard to predict what might happen to you between leaving your house and arriving at your destination. It is always best to have an emergency outfit in case something like spilling food on yourself occurs. Having a spare set of clothes in your carry on is also great if in the event your checked bag gets lost you will be able to have at least two sets of clothes for your trip.
NOT INFORMING YOUR PHONE PROVIDER YOUR TRAVELING INTERNATIONALLY
With all of those pictures you'll be taking on your vacation you will surely want to share them with friends and family and also post them to social media right? That will require using data, and if you don't inform your cell phone provider of your international travels then you could be looking at a bunch of unnecessary bills stacking up. The best way to prevent this is to call your provider and access a travel package or simply remove your SIM card and purchase a new one at your destination.
USING AIRPORTS TO CONVERT CURRENCY
There are many things that travelers avoid even though they are more convenient; however, this isn't the case when it comes to converting their cash. The airport conversion stations typically have ridiculous up charges or percentages that are taken out of your share. The best solution to this is preparing beforehand and exchanging your money for the currency your destination uses at a local bank or ATM. A little less convenient but still better than converting at an airport is to use a local ATM of the place you are visiting.
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