Traveling is popular around this time. Whether you fly or drive, many people will be doing the same thing. It’s especially stressful now because of how busy and hectic things can get. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts to make traveling easier for you this year.
Make a checklist – Do
It’s easy to forget necessities on trips. Almost every time you arrive to your destination and realize an everyday item is missing from your luggage. When you create a checklist, sit down and only focus on the trip. If other people are going with you, get in touch with them to see if they think of other items you might need. When you pack, just go down the list and cross off each item. Along the way, you may also think of other things you will need, so write that item down, then double check when you think you’re ready.
Be aggressive with travel staff – Don’t
As said before, traveling is stressful for everyone, even the workers. While this is something they do every day, the holiday season is dreaded. More than likely they are working longer and harder than other days of the year. Many who would much rather be with their families. Try to remember that the staff at airports, train stations, etc. are trying their best to make your travel as easy as possible. Try to also thank them and wish them a good day or happy holiday.
Bring snacks – Do
Bring snacks whether you’re driving or flying. The only rule TSA has about food is it must be unopened. Just about anything is allowed. There are some more restrictions that you can check out here. Food prices in the airport are much more expensive than they would be at your local grocery store. As for driving, it’s okay to make stops for snacks or meals, but if you have McDonalds the whole day, you won’t feel well at the end of the drive. Making sandwiches and bringing other foods with you help make the trip cheaper and healthier.
Go in with unweighed bags – Don’t
With lines being longer than usual, be sure to weigh your bags at home before bringing them to the airport or bus station. Check the travel company’s requirements and be sure everything is up to their standards. Otherwise, you’ll be that person who holds up the line trying to make their luggage lighter and finding a place to put the extra stuff.
Call your bank – Do
Anytime you travel out of state you should call your bank to let them know. If many purchases are made out of your typical location, the bank will freeze your account. This is a safety measure created to prevent too much money being used if a card is stolen.
