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Read Reviews
User-reviewwebsites such as TripAdvisor
serves as useful tools when it comes to
evaluating hotels, restaurants, tourist
attractions and more. Reviews found on
these sites are helpful, albeit not foolproof,
so do keep an open mind when scanning
through them.
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Travel Smart
Makesurethatyourholidaygoesonsmoothlywithoutanyproblemswiththese
common sense tips on your trips.
Pack Lightly
It’s
best to pre-plan your trip to
know what are the essentials you
will need. Take note of weather
conditions so you can pack appro-
priately. Mix and match everything,
so you can coordinate more outfits
with fewer clothes and avoid bulky
items as much as possible. Also take
note of what will be provided by the
hotel so you won’t need to pack too
many items such as toiletries.
Check Your Documents
Ensure
that you have all the neces-
sary travel documents in place and
that your passport has a minimum
of six months validity before you
travel. Don’t check at the last min-
ute as you may need ample time to
get your documents in order.
Stray Away from the Pack
During
holiday seasons, think
about places that most people
wouldn’t consider. Forget beach
resorts and family friendly hotels,
and look into business hotels in-
stead. These hotels are likely to be
at low occupancy and may offer
rooms at well below rack rates. Just
remember to get creative to keep the
children entertained.
Outnumber, Outplay
When
travelling in a group, use
the numbers to your advantage and
negotiate for discounts and special
deals wherever you go. Some travel
agencies may even offer a free tour
package for one person with 10 paid
packages.
Get Protected
Unpredictable events can sometimes
occur during trips so it would be best to
have insurance in case you fall ill or get
injured. Hospital costs can be astounding
at certain places, so it would give you a
peace of mind to know that you’re covered
in case anything goes awry.