subject: Finding The Most Unique Experiences When Traveling [print this page] From a city zoo in San Jose to the mountainous regions of Pakistan to the savannahs of Africa, it's easy to see that traveling leads to very different places. Nonetheless, there are some basic tips that will help ensure a good trip no matter where it is that you are going.
Look at your health insurance policy to determine what the coverage is when you travel outside your own country. Chances are high that at some point, you will travel past your own borders. There is every possibility that you will need health care while you are away. Does your policy cover the cost of any health care you might need? You should know the answer to that question before you ever set foot across the border.
As you travel, you will want to use your credit card as often as possible. This will limit the amount of cash that you will bring, which makes you less of a target to thieves. Also, you can rack up significant rewards points on your card with the purchases that you make.
If you are traveling by car, ensure that you take frequent breaks from driving. Make sure that you stop every two to three hours to stretch your legs, rest your eyes and consume some food and water. Without these stops, fatigue, eye strain and dehydration could result in a serious accident.
When planning a trip that involves a long car ride, try to plan some fun stops along the way. It will help break up the trip for you and make the drive feel a little less burdensome. It will allow you to experience something new, plus it will give you a chance to stretch your legs.
There are cheaper ways to sleep when to travel to a new country than than the typical hotel. Try to find people renting out rooms in the towns and cities you will be staying in. Not only is this much cheaper than a hotel, but this provides you a great opportunity to really experience the culture of where you're staying.
When you return home from a trip, be considerate of the people around you who haven't just been on an exciting adventure and don't overwhelm them with unchecked enthusiasm. When you tell them stories, be specific about your experiences and avoid making statements that are vague "It was just so amazing!" or alienating "You just had to be there!".
You need to keep your passport secure when you travel. There are people who will steal a passport if they see it so that they can sell it to someone illegally. The only way to avoid this type of theft is to keep up with your passport at all times when you are traveling.
No matter where it is that you are going, these common tips should help you in your travels. While each country has its own idiosyncrasies, the advice here should be kept in mind no matter where it is that you go. Now that you've got the advice, all that's left is picking the destination!
by: Eric Steffan
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