TOP 10 GO TRAVEL TIPS: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

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1 TOP 10 GO TRAVEL TIPS: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

2 2 Top 10 GoTravel Tips: Know Before You Go! 1) DON T OVER PACK: Nothing s worse than having to lug around multiple pieces of luggage that are heavy and bulky. Not to mention that most airlines now charge up to $100 for extra luggage. The best packing secret out there is to roll your clothes. You not only maximize your space, but you ll save a bundle! 2) BAG OF GOODIES: Traveling with children? Be sure to pack a backpack with some of their favorite goodies. This will help keep them entertained while traveling to your destination. These goodies can include: coloring books, crayons, markers, games, reading books, snacks, music, puzzles, etc. With that, be sure to pack yourself a goodie bag too! 3) RESEARCH YOUR DESTINATION: Before heading out on your trip, be sure to research all the fun things you want to do. Far too many families head out on vacation and before they know it, it s time to head home and they never got a true taste of what was available to them at their destination. Be sure to use your Go Travel Agent as a source of information on things to do. Talk with the agent and let them know what you like and ask for recommendations on what to see and do. Who better to get

3 Top 10 GoTravel Tips: Know Before You Go! 3 information from than from someone who has been there? Doing this will help you get the most out of your vacation. But remember, be flexible too.... some unexpected fun surprises might show up! 4) BRING YOUR OWN EARPLUGS: You just never know when you might need them. Whether it s to drown out the sound of the plane, people talking, babies crying, you wanting to watch or listen to something on the plane, late night parties at your hotel, etc., earplugs can literally save you in many different circumstances. 5) PACK A SMALL OVERNIGHT CARRY ON BAG: In the event that your luggage gets lost, be sure to have a small overnight bag with you that contains a set of clean clothes, undergarments and toiletries like toothpaste, toothbrush, brush, etc. This will ease the stress of not having your luggage right away. 6) PACK A DIGITAL CAMERA: If you re traveling with kids, why not get them a digital camera that they can use to capture the pictures that they want to take? There are several digital cameras out there that are under

4 4 Top 10 GoTravel Tips: Know Before You Go! $20 and for under $100 for the entire family, you ll have priceless memories that will never be forgotten. You just never know what kind of amazing pictures you might get from your children! 7) EMERGENCY NUMBERS: Be sure to pack a list that has some of the most important numbers that you will hopefully not need. In the case of someone stealing your credit card, bankcard, an accident taking place, etc, you will want to have these numbers handy. These include your bank number, credit card number, insurance number, etc. You can never be too prepared! 8) GET A BUSINESS CARD: Once you reach your travel destination and check-in to your hotel, be sure to grab their business card and then carry it with you everywhere you go. That way, if you get lost, you can easily contact the hotel and get directions back to your home away from home! 9) KEEP A VIRTUAL PHOTO/TRAVEL JOURNAL: Want to hold on to the many memories you and your family will create while traveling? If so, be sure to keep a virtual/travel journal while on your trip. It s just too easy to forget those little

5 Top 10 GoTravel Tips: Know Before You Go! 5 things that made us laugh, made us cry, etc. One of the best virtual photo journals online is Flickr. Not only can you share your vacation with your immediate family, but you can also share your vacation with friends and family throughout the world! What a great way to hold onto the memories you and your family will create! 10) EAT WHERE THE LOCALS EAT Want a true taste of culture? If so, forget about the chain restaurants and instead, eat where the locals eat. Not only will the food be cheaper in most cases, but you ll experience real authentic food! One great website to visit is: Where the Locals Eat. Here you can find an interactive restaurant guide that spotlights the top 100 local restaurants in the largest 50 cities in America. Another tip to finding out where the locals eat is to stray from the tourist area of your vacation destination. Many local gems are hidden from the hustle and bustle of vacationers. And lastly, be sure to pick up a local guide which will no doubt highlight some great local restaurants. If you enjoyed these tips, please drop by our FB fan page where we post tips DAILY travel tips. Click HERE to join in on the conversation.