The Art Of Becoming The Well Seasoned Traveler

Plan Out Your Trip

Have a general idea of what you want to see and do on your trip, and do not pack too many activities into one day, as you do not wish to be worn out and tired at the start of your journey. If a museum closes that you had planned to see, look at something else that might pique your interest. Museums do remodel and rearrange now and then, and must be completed to do that. Sometimes Forrest fires will prevent you from seeing something. Drive to a park and look at the beautiful scenery there. I love to look at and visit historical places. Do not get bent out of shape if you have to change your plans for the day, as that is just part of life.

Packing Your Suitcase

When you first start traveling, you pack everything but the kitchen sink. My first suitcase was vast and hard to maneuver in small areas. My bag got caught in a train door and almost became a suitcase of two cities before I ranked it clear from the train’s entrance. Trying to move it down the train isles was virtually impossible. I soon packed a sizeable carry-on suitcase for my main bag, and I did not miss a thing as I soon found out I could get by without all those extra items I used to pack in my giant suitcase.

Expect A lot Of Delays.

You will wait a long time at the airport before your plane departs. Getting through security may take up to two hours alone. Take a book to read, have a cup of Joe, and relax. Pay attention to potential gate changes and different times of departure. It will take a while for you to collect your luggage after you land. It takes time for your taxi to come and take you to your place of destination. Buses may run behind schedule occasionally, so be patient, wait, and be friendly and kind to people, as they cannot help with traffic delays. If the weather is terrible, you must stay overnight and hope the weather is better so you can fly out the next day. One time we had to drive home the next day from the airport because the weather would not improve shortly.

Take A Lot Of Pictures

I love to look at pictures of my trips in the USA and abroad. You can relive your special moments through your photographs. I take pictures of architecture, beautiful scenery, flowers, historic homes, animals, monuments, and the friends I travel with.

Buying Treasures And Gifts

I collect crosses that do not take up much room and are easy to carry with you on a trip. If you buy many items for gifts or family members, find your nearest post office and send them home, so you are not burdened trying to maneuver with them on your trip. Try to buy small items that do not take up much room. Do not over-pack your suitcase; some countries make you pick and choose what you want to keep or throw away until your bag reaches the required weight limit.

Be Aware Of Your Surroundings

Keep an eye on your luggage and purse at all times. One woman in England left her bag under her chair at a buffet, it went missing along with her passport, and she could not get home for ten days even though she was on tour with us. No one wants their beautiful trip to end that way. God bless you, and have a safe and memorable trip,

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