{"id":9531,"date":"2020-02-24T10:00:36","date_gmt":"2020-02-24T15:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/?p=9531"},"modified":"2020-02-13T10:43:33","modified_gmt":"2020-02-13T15:43:33","slug":"5-travel-dos-donts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/5-travel-dos-donts","title":{"rendered":"5 Travel Do’s and Don’ts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looking for some time-tested advice on making the most of your trip? You\u2019ve come to the right place. Read on to learn about our do\u2019s and don\u2019ts for packing, traveling, and enjoying your tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do pack appropriately, given the weather and your itinerary.<\/b><\/p>\n

Not having the correct clothing can definitely impact your trip, so it\u2019s important to take all scheduled activities into account when <\/span>packing<\/span><\/a>. Layers are always a good idea because the weather can be unpredictable, and it\u2019s smart to bring a pair of sneakers for comfortable walking no matter where you go.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t pack everything in your suitcase.<\/b><\/p>\n

On the off-chance that your luggage gets lost or doesn\u2019t make it to your destination immediately, we recommend a small carry-on with your most important items like any medications, snacks, and an extra change of clothes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do brush up on the local language.<\/b><\/p>\n

While it\u2019s true that servers and shopkeepers will probably speak a bit of English (depending on your destination), it\u2019s always helpful to learn some popular phrases ahead of time. Think of sayings you\u2019ll use daily, like \u201cHow much?\u201d or \u201cWhere\u2019s the restroom?\u201d and learn how to say them in the country\u2019s native language.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t let jetlag get the best of you.<\/b><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re traveling internationally, don\u2019t take a nap when you arrive. Instead, do your best to sleep on the plane and change the time on your watch or phone as soon as you go through security. Your mind will be synced up with your new time zone before your plane even lands!<\/span><\/p>\n

Do stay hydrated.<\/b><\/p>\n

Flying causes dehydration<\/span><\/a>, and you have plenty of fun activities to get to. Bring a reusable water bottle that you can fill up and keep on hand at all times \u2014 just be sure it\u2019s empty before you go through airport security.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t spend too much time on your phone or in your room.<\/b><\/p>\n

Get out there and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of your destination! Be present with your group and enjoy your time exploring a new place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do document your trip.<\/b><\/p>\n

This one\u2019s a no-brainer! Bring a small journal with you and write in it while on the bus or after the day\u2019s activities have concluded. Be sure to take plenty of photos \u2014 you\u2019ll want to hang on to these memories for a long, long time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t carry large amounts of cash.<\/b><\/p>\n

Being a tourist in a new area makes you a target for theft and sneaky pickpocketers. We recommend that you bring your <\/span>ATM card or a prepaid cash card<\/span><\/a> and withdraw money as needed throughout the trip. You\u2019ll want enough cash on hand for one day of travel, and make sure it\u2019s in the proper currency.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do experience the culture of your destination.<\/b><\/p>\n

Now is the time to truly explore and fully immerse yourself in a new country\u2019s way of life. Seize the opportunity to chat with locals, try regional foods, and dive into the nuances that make every culture unique and interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t explore the city by yourself.<\/b><\/p>\n

Avoid wandering off on your own and always travel with a buddy \u2014 it\u2019s never fun to find yourself alone in an unfamiliar place. Keep the local emergency number on hand in case you find yourself in trouble.<\/span><\/p>\n

And a bonus\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to have fun!<\/b><\/p>\n

Already enrolled in an Explorica tour? Check out these other <\/span><\/i>great travel tips<\/span><\/i><\/a> before you head out. If you\u2019re looking to book an educational trip, <\/span><\/i>browse our full collection of tours<\/span><\/i><\/a> and contact us to get started.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Looking for some time-tested advice on making the most of your trip? You\u2019ve come to the right place. Read on to learn about our do\u2019s and don\u2019ts for packing, traveling, and enjoying your tour. Do pack appropriately, given the weather and your itinerary. Not having the correct clothing can definitely impact your trip, so it\u2019s Read More …<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9551,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,173,63,172],"tags":[764431,22,12],"class_list":["post-9531","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-explorica-news","category-parents","category-students","category-teachers","tag-jetlag","tag-packing","tag-travel-tips"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9531"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9531\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9532,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9531\/revisions\/9532"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9551"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9531"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9531"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.explorica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}