With so many details that can go wrong during a vacation, it is a miracle that we want to continue traveling. Even so, the sublime state in which we return from vacation makes us continue to take the risk. Unfortunately, it is impossible to 100% protect our long-awaited vacation from troubles and inconveniences, but careful vacation planning helps to avoid headaches. In this essay, I’m going to cover the topic of how to properly plan your vacation.
The first thing is to decide what type of vacation you are needing: rest, sharing family, couple, party, or nature escape. Then, choose the ideal destination for that type of vacation that your body is screaming for you, and that goes according to those who travel. For example, if the purpose of the trip is to rest, do not choose a trip from four countries in two weeks, because you will return more spoiled than your bags. Likewise, if the idea of the trip is to share with the children, do not choose to travel to a city that stands out for its opera houses (unless your child has musical interests) or you want to bore them to death.
The next step is to ask yourself whether you want to travel on your own or a tourist tour. Each has its own charm and convenience. If you are independent and like to plan every detail of your vacation, it is better to travel alone. Don’t you know fate very much or do you prefer to disregard everything and get caught everywhere? Then, go on a tour.
If you are traveling alone, it is very important to book your tickets in advance, at least two months in advance.
Choosing the appropriate accommodation is also important. You should choose your accommodation according to the type of vacation. If you are going to rest, then it is worth investing in a good accommodation, something like a ‘resort’. But if you go on a vacation to get to know and explore a destination, you’re better off looking for something basic because you’re unlikely to be staying in a hotel or apartment. In addition, no matter what your choice is, it is recommended to read reviews of previous guests and see their photos and videos before making a choice. This will prevent the possibility of disappointment.
It is also recommended to explore the must-see places in your vacation destination. It’s sad to come back from the city and then find out that you were only a few blocks away from something you wanted to visit and you didn’t because you didn’t know about the attraction of the place.
It is necessary to check the status of your passport (it cannot expire six months before your trip), as well as if there are necessary visa costs for trips to that destination.
The next recommendation is to consider using credit or debit cards (verify beforehand that your type of card is accepted in that country). Verify that your credit or debit card has no international charges. Otherwise, the banks charge you 3% for their use outside the country, and even if you use it to get money at an ATM.
Pack with time, at least one week before your vacation. That way you can notice in time if something is missing or if you have to make a last-minute purchase.
And finally, the day before the trip, verify that you have a hard copy of everything (passports, itineraries, family emergency contacts, and information on agencies and hotels). Do not count on taking a picture of everything with your phone. Remember: phones, even if they are smart, are also lost.
In conclusion, planning your vacation properly is the first, but probably the most important, step in making it a great one, as it helps prevent everything from going wrong and allows you to enjoy it to the fullest as a result. The recommendations presented in this essay are able to contribute to this.