I’ve been reflecting about my last trip, and think these six travel tips are worth repeating.
- Never assume that an airline will inform you that your flight has been canceled, OR that you have been removed from the flight. On a recent trip, I arrived at my departure airport 3 hours before my scheduled flight. After waiting an hour in line, and only because I asked the ticket agent a question, did I discover that I had been removed from the flight, and put on another one. I almost missed that flight. Ask questions early, and often.
- Especially when using sites like Airbnb, VRBO or when your accommodation is a home share, know the stair situation for a property. If the stairs are many or steep, or old, opt for two carry-on size bags, checking just one. I found this much easier to navigate a lovely property with 48 beautiful, but well-worn steps. https://wanderlearnrepeat.com/making-myself-at-home/
- When traveling solo, you will likely feel lonely at least once every week or so, especially when dining out. Go solo anyway. The feeling rarely lasts longer than the experience of a good glass of wine or a decadent pastry. When you do arrive home, you will miss those solo days!
- Know that each airline may have its own rules about acceptable carry-on dimensions and weight. These details seem to be changing frequently since 2024, sometimes without logic.
- Share your location with at least two contacts, assuming you have actually told someone that you were leaving town.
- Don’t bring your hairdryer from the U.S. Instead, buy an inexpensive travel dryer once you arrive in country, and use it each time when in that general area.
- Always share my six travel tips AND your travel suggestions with fellow travelers! Share yours with me too.
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