Travel Tips 101

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// April 21st, 2008 // Tip Sheets

  1. You really did learn all you needed to know in kindergarten: Treat others how you want to be treated.
  2. All the world is NOT England – or America – or Germany – or wherever you might be from. Respect the locals!
  3. When in Rome… (part 2 of #2) – follow the local laws, rules, and customs, again RESPECT THE LOCALS!
  4. If you don’t know the local language – make the effort to learn 14 words: Yes, No, Thank You, Please, and the numbers 1 – 10. Just making an effort and smiling does wonders, again RESPECT THE LOCALS!
  5. Don’t be stupid – sure you’re on holiday, but that doesn’t mean you left your common sense at home. Don’t set yourself up to be a victim: leave the flashy jewelry and any thing that screams “Rob Me” at home. Don’t go into an area if your “sixth” sense tells you it’s “creepy”, or the hotel concierge looks at you like you’re crazy when you ask how to get there. Know your surroundings.
  6. Try the local food, but remember (outside the US & Europe) – if it’s not cooked and you can’t boil it or peel it, don’t eat it. And DO try the small food peddlers – just try the one all the locals are eating at.
  7. Always take a couple of plastic bags, shipping tape, and a marker with you in your luggage.
    The 4 things you should always have with you at all times when exploring your destination: a COPY of your passport (leave the original in the hotel safe), LOCAL currency, the WRITTEN name and address of your hotel (or cruise ship) in the local language, and a map (know on the map where your hotel/ship is!).
  8. If you’re visiting a country where they use an alphabet you can’t read or understand – get a guide.
  9. Buy a lot of stuff? Find the local post office and ship it home.
  10. Always get to the airport or port a little early. You don’t want to get stuck.

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