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First Time Traveler? Things You Should Know

By Darrel Tahir


Many people believe that the best travel deals are only available three weeks or more in advance, but surprisingly, there are good bargains to be had for those who are patient. This article contains a number of helpful tips, which will show you how to find those last minute deals.

If you are going to travel to a destination that involves scuba diving or snorkeling, be sure to invest in an underwater camera. There are many great underwater digital cameras on the market nowadays. Most digital cameras also include a video setting, so you can capture your whole underwater adventure.

No one wants rain on their vacation, but it is often inevitable. Be prepared by packing a small retractable umbrella that can be easily carried when the day starts off gloomy. Having your own umbrella will save you time in searching shops for one and will save you money as well.

Before you travel out of the country, make sure your immunizations are all up to date. There's no way to know whether your fellow travelers are all current on their shots, or what diseases they might unknowingly be carrying. Keeping yourself vaccinated will help protect you from any diseases you may encounter.

Make sure that when you are not the driver in a car trip, that you are getting sleep when you can. It is of utmost importance that everyone who drives is alert and well-rested since many crashes and deaths are associated with drivers who have fallen asleep behind the wheel.

If you are traveling with a group, be sure to book in advance. Booking in advance will make it more likely that your group will be seated together. If you are traveling with children, you certainly do not want to leave seating arrangements to chance. Book early and confirm your seating arrangement.

Purchase medical evacuation insurance on top of your regular travel insurance and international medical insurance. While international medical insurance will pay for your treatments during your travels, you don't want to be stuck sixteen hours from home if you become seriously ill or injured. Medical evacuation insurance will pay for you to be delivered to a medical facility near your home safely.

Ease ear pressure in children during the airplane's take-off and landing. Babies and small children are incapable of clearing their ears to help reduce the pressure that comes along with take-off and landing. Feeding your baby a bottle, nursing, or giving them a pacifier to suck on will help greatly. Older children can chew on a piece of gum to help clear their ears.

If you will be driving when you travel to another country, take the time to contact your insurance carrier. They can give you any needed documentation that pertains to your insurance coverage, any additional insurance you may need and much needed advice or information about regulations for driving at your destination.

It can be difficult to eat healhty while traveling. Skip the roadside restaurants, but instead bring your own food. Pack your cooler with fruits and vegetables, crackers, yogurt, granola bars and cheese. These things are easy to pack, and easy to eat while on the road. Don't forget the water, it will help you stay hydrated as you drive.

Carry meal replacement bars with you when you travel. You never know when an unexpected delay will prevent you from eating a meal. Meal replacement bars are compact and easy to carry. An additional benefit of these bars, is that it will allow you to keep your typical meal schedule. This can help reduce jet lag, and keep your spirits up when faced with irritating delays.

When traveling, stay on top of the local situation. Be sure to check with your US Embassy or Consulate to find out what is happening in the country you are in. Be aware in all situations and don't risk going into situations that make you feel the least bit uncomfortable.

If you are going to be traveling and leaving the house for multiple days it would be wise to leave a light on inside and maybe even a radio. This will serve to detract from several burglars who might otherwise target your domicile. Also give a key to a friend you trust to check up on it every so often.

If you are traveling on a cruise ship, consider departing from a "drive-up port". This option saves you money, but you might have trouble parking. Get there one day before you leave and keep your car in the hotel's lot for the length of your trip. Most hotels in these areas advertise this perk, but if you don't see it, ask about it when you call.

If you are going to use a travel agent when making reservation, make sure you find one who works with your wants and needs. Many travel agents are just trying to make the most commission so they may not pick the best travel option for you. Do some research online to make sure they have good ratings.

When you are traveling, do not throw out any of the brochures or visitor guides that you accumulate on your journey. When you get home, cut them up into words and phrases. Use the slips of paper in your scrapbook as a way to accent the pictures that you took on your vacation. They will help you remember details about your trip years later.

Tired of the same boring road trip? Next time you have to pack up and go to an out-of-town event, try something different. After you map your main driving route, pick a few random places off the beaten path to stop at along the way. It could be a small mom-and-pop diner, a state park or maybe your first visit to a comic book store. Not only will this break up your drive, you will have added memories to keep forever.

As was stated in the beginning of this article, finding last minute travel deals is rather easy if you are patient. If you know the right place to search for deals, then you might get something much better than if you had booked early. Apply the advice from this article and you'll be on your way to scoring a great deal on travel.




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