5 Uncommon Travel Tips That All Travelers Should Know

Traveling should be a wonderful experience although the preparation that goes along with it, maybe not so much. Deciding on what and how to pack is sometimes frustrating.

With a few good tips however, you can travel efficiently and relieve some of the unwanted stress that goes along with travel.

There are some travel tips that are less common than others. Here are 5 of them that all travelers should know.

1. Mark Your Bags

Luggage marking is a great way to easily identify your bags. Not only is it beneficial on the baggage carousel but it can also be helpful for the overhead aircraft bins or when using an airport shuttle or rideshare service. Consider using a colored luggage tag that stands out or simply tie a ribbon or string on that you can easily identify.

2. Take Ziploc Bags On Your Trip

This is nice cost-effective way organize your items during travel.

Ziploc bags can be used to store a variety of items including toiletries, chargers and batteries, snacks, and even the kids’ little toys. They are lightweight and easy to carry and can be purchased in a variety of sizes to suit your storage needs.

3. Have More Than One Payment Card

Plan to take along multiple cards when you travel. This is a good tip for domestic travel but may be even more beneficial for international travel. Ensure that your card types are accepted in all the countries you plan to visit. Further, having multiple cards is also a plus in the event that there is an issue with one, or if you happen to lose one, you will have another to use.

4. Use Protective Covers

Using padded wraps or protective covers is a good way to protect your items as you travel. Padded wrapping is good for fragile items such as cameras and their accessories. Protective covers can also be used to prevent scratches to items such as suitcases. Suitcase covers come in a variety of colors and sizes and can be found in plastic or fabric.

5. Pack Backup Clothing

While losing a checked bag has never happened to some, it’s very possible and may actually happen more often than you think. Always keep a full day’s change of clothing in your carry-on or backpack. You just want to ensure that if this should happen, you can at least navigate the rest of the day and give yourself a few hours to figure things out.

There you have it. Hope these 5 tips are useful and help to make your journey a more enjoyable one.

Happy travels!

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