I’ve been traveling over 45 years. 28 years with hot hubby, and 21 years as a family. We’ve visited six continents and over 50 countries. I feel pretty confident we’ve learned some core travel tips along the way, and figured out what works and what definitely does not.
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Vicky Karvela | 15th Mar 23
Hi Sam,
Excellent tips! As someone who travels a lot for business and fun, I try to travel light, so a carry on is what I am trying to bring. But after COVID and especially with all the problems in many airports around the world, I take a carry on, no matter if I have a checked in bag. In the past, I will fit in my bag a day’s worth of clothes, now more.
Another tip: As we are getting older it is a bit harder to adjust to time difference. I totally agree with you that you need to follow the time of the place you have arrived, sleep when it is time to sleep not when you want. What helps a lot is to go outside and walk during the day when there is sun/natural light, so your body can understand that it is day.
Great tip about taking pictures but then leaving the camera/phone and just enjoying what you see. And trying local food helps, too. When my husband went on a business trip to Korea in the 90’s he was trying to describe his experience, but then he told me, “you have to live it”. I can’t agree more. It is the feeling, the taste of food, the discussion with local people.
Thank you for your travel blog. I learn something new all the time.
Best Regards,
Vicky
Samantha | 15th Mar 23
ahhh thank you for reading Vicky! I know you are a seasoned travel too, thank you for your tips!