MAKE IT EASY WHEN YOU TRAVEL TO GO SHOPPING
by Clay Larroy
For an event that should be fun, relaxing and free of
stress, often times, all of the planning and logistics ends up turning a dream
vacation into one big headache. Follow the travel tips in this article to reduce
the stress involved in vacationing so that you can return from your next trip,
relaxed and rejuvenated.
Shopping
If you know that you are going to have a long layover
in a city, check what there is to do beforehand. A 3 hour layover in Washington
D.C. can easily turn into a quick tour of the Washington Mall or a long sit in
Minneapolis can become a quick shopping trip to the Mall of America!
If you plan to go shopping for clothes while abroad,
research that area's measurement system. Garment measurements vary greatly from
country to country. They also vary greatly from brand to brand. However, a
basic knowledge of their clothes sizes will help you get in the ballpark as far
as finding a size that fits you goes.
A great tip for traveling is to go shopping for snacks
and drinks for your lodging place in your hometown. This saves hundreds of
dollars over the course of your travels because every time you stop to sleep in
a hotel, the multiple trips to vending machines and the store located in the
hotel that has frozen dinners and soups will leave you with a lighter wallet.
If you are going to be traveling abroad you may want to
consider staying in a hotel which offers you a place to cook your own food.
Unlike in America dining out in Europe can be rather pricey, and if you're
money minded, it would behoove you to go grocery shopping and prepare your own
meals. This may even help you get a better feel for the culture of the country
you travel to.
Shopping for airline tickets online isn't always the
best deal. In general, you will find the same price by buying online as you
will from the airline itself or from agencies. At times you can find great
airline deals online but they are limited and contain restrictions. If you
don't mind the limits, buying your tickets online may be for you.
As you can see, there are a number of ways to reduce
the stress of planning your vacation and simplifying the logistics. Make use of
any or all of these tips when planning your next vacation. Instead of being
stressed out, you will have the time and energy to truly enjoy your vacation.
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