Be a Local
Do you have an upcoming trip planned? Whether you’re
spending two weeks in Europe or headed to the next state over for a weekend
getaway, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your travel this spring.
Here are my favorite tips to help you go from timid tourist to confident
traveler in no time.
Take Public
Transit
Depending on where you’re visiting; public transit can be a fun and inexpensive way to get around. As a rule of thumb, only take transit during the day and read up on safety before you go. Keep your personal belongings close to you and carry a map of the transit system.
Depending on where you’re visiting; public transit can be a fun and inexpensive way to get around. As a rule of thumb, only take transit during the day and read up on safety before you go. Keep your personal belongings close to you and carry a map of the transit system.
Buy Meaningful
Mementos
How many times have we bought tacky souvenirs that we’re almost embarrassed to show anyone? Head to a local market and pick out items that will truly represent the local spirit. Or better, forego the extra expense and document your trip with beautiful photos instead.
How many times have we bought tacky souvenirs that we’re almost embarrassed to show anyone? Head to a local market and pick out items that will truly represent the local spirit. Or better, forego the extra expense and document your trip with beautiful photos instead.
Keep a Diary
Along with great photos; document your trip with a travel journal or diary. You’ll have a place to record all your funny mishaps and adventures for years to come.
Along with great photos; document your trip with a travel journal or diary. You’ll have a place to record all your funny mishaps and adventures for years to come.
Be Spontaneous
Less is more - even when it comes to travel plans. Carve out a day, or even just a few hours, to explore without agenda. Grab breakfast and ask the locals for recommendations on how to fill your time. Wander down a street that looks interesting and pop in a small storefront. You’ll quickly elevate yourself from tourist to adventurer.
Less is more - even when it comes to travel plans. Carve out a day, or even just a few hours, to explore without agenda. Grab breakfast and ask the locals for recommendations on how to fill your time. Wander down a street that looks interesting and pop in a small storefront. You’ll quickly elevate yourself from tourist to adventurer.
Speak the
Language
You might not be able to learn Mandarin in the month before your trip, but if you’re traveling to a foreign destination, try to learn a few key phrases. You’ll be amazed at how much more you’ll learn and experience by making the extra effort.
You might not be able to learn Mandarin in the month before your trip, but if you’re traveling to a foreign destination, try to learn a few key phrases. You’ll be amazed at how much more you’ll learn and experience by making the extra effort.
Wherever you’re headed, I hope
these tips will help you make the most of your time.
XOXO
Your Memory Maker Shamron Wilder
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