17 tips for travelers that will make your trip enjoyable

I almost did not come across people who do not like to travel. It does not matter whether you go to the next town or on another continent, still every journey - a new experience, love and adventure. But in order to trip after you left only pleasant memories, you must well to prepare for it and know some little tricks that are always in stock from experienced travelers.

Training

1. Try instead of the usual hotel surrendering to look for a house or apartment, if you're traveling with your family, or a private room if you are alone. You can do it on sites like AirBnB and the cost is slightly cheaper at a more comfortable stay than a hotel.
2. When packing things try to roll your clothes instead of the traditional laying of flat layers. So you will fit much more.
3. Scan or take a photo of your passport, driving license, insurance, tickets and other important documents and send them to your email or save in Dropbox. So you will always have available at any time a copy of the documents in case of loss or theft.
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4. If you are going to use a credit card, make sure that it is maintained in the country of destination. Notify the bank about the trip, as the security system can block your account when you try to withdraw money from an unfamiliar country.
5. Label your luggage like fragile. Although it does not guarantee its safety, there is still a chance that it will be handled with care.

On the road

1. Keep a bottle of water. Although the policies of different airlines for carriage on the available amount of liquid may vary, all it is better to be able to quench their thirst at any time, rather than wait for the offers relying the drinks.
2. The road is very convenient to use the waist bag wallets. Though they look "comes from the 90's", yet there is no better way to keep handy documents, tickets, mobile, keys and even a compact camera, and be absolutely certain that you do not steal it.
3. Make sure that you had a pen. If you have to fill out any documents at the border, it can greatly speed up and simplify the procedure.
4. Think of the fun on the road. A good book, a game or movie can brighten up even the most tiring flight or relocation.
5. 20-30 minutes before landing or arrival at your destination, visit the washroom. Give yourself the opportunity to safely enjoy new experiences, rather than hurriedly searched for a toilet in an unfamiliar area.

Upon arrival

1. For currency exchange, preferably to find an ATM and withdraw cash with your card is already in the local currency. Exchange offices at airports and train stations often have very unfavorable exchange rate in the country.
2. Visit the local grocery stores. You do not need to buy a bunch of food to cook a dinner of several courses, but even a few simple appetizers and a bottle of water can save you some money compared to the hotel prices.
3. When you are settled in your room, get out of a suitcase just what you need at the moment. Hanging wardrobe just the cupboards just take in the subsequent time on fees and add a chance that you will forget something.

on the spot

1. Use the language of the country visited as often as you can. This will not only add to you of knowledge, but also help to establish contact with the local population. People appreciate it when a foreigner tries to speak their language, even if it is not very successful.
2. Think in advance of souvenirs and gifts. If you put it on the last day, it is likely that you do not buy what you wanted, is not there, and did not at that price.
3. Eat only local food. McDonalds wonderful cuisine you can enjoy at home and on travel offers extraordinary culinary experiences and discoveries.
4. Do not be afraid to go off the beaten paths of excursion and look for an interesting addition to the well-known places from the guide. Sometimes spontaneous experience obtained in this manner can be much brighter, more interesting and memorable than pushing in the tourist throng near the pyramids or palaces.

And what road hacks do you have? Tell us about interesting tips from my own experience.