Find a service that you can contact before you arrive in your chosen destination area that will give you a "Heads Up" about the area. Such a service should be able to give you maps, door-to-door directions, area attraction brochures, as well as set up reservations for transportation, dining, lodging, tours and local attractions.
Wherever you go, locals are the key to finding out the best places to go whether it be for a nice dinner or to a deserted beach. Befriending locals can bring you knowledge of all the secret places that most tourists dream of. Take the time to talk to people and you'll get some good tips on where to go and end up learning a lot more about the places you visit.
When you claim your bag at the airport, check it over before you leave the bag claim area. Look for any new damage on the bag, and to be sure that it was not opened and something taken (airlines have time limits for when these can be reported, and they will need to see the damage before opening the claim for damage or pilferage). The baggage service desk for the airline is normally right in the claim area; this is also true for Customs arrivals. It is especially important to fill out the misplaced baggage information before leaving Customs, as Customs will have special forms that may help the baggage clear without your presence at the airport. If you have combination locks or keys for the baggage, these should be left with the paperwork for your baggage - as it will prevent delays in getting your bag or possible bag damage from Customs opening the bag.
Call your airline before leaving home to make sure that your flight is scheduled to depart on time. This little phone call helps end your frustration of rushing to the airport to make your flight and arriving only to find out that your flight has been delayed.
When traveling to a destination where I know I will doing a lot of shopping, I pack a collapsible suitcase or duffel bag in my checked luggage. It doesn't take up much room and when returning home, I fill it with my dirty laundry and pack my new stuff or any breakable items in my regular suitcase. Or you could just pack your things in a medium suitcase that fits inside a larger suitcase - either way you'll have two suitcases available and only have to carry one to your destination.
When checking out travel related web sites look for ones that have transportation links to ferry, air or car rental sites. If you are setting up your own Travel related site, including accommodation, make sure you add similar links. This makes things more convenient for your potential customers, and thus increases their willingness to go with you as opposed to the competition. Happy surfing!
When we travel, we need to remember that we aren’t travelers in a foreign land but foreigners in a traveled land.
If you are taking a bus tour, dress comfortably and take along a minimum of luggage. Don’t forget to take along any medications you might need for the duration of the tour.
When traveling with children, call the airline 24 hours in advance to request a special children´s meal for the flight. The end result is that your child is more likely to eat the meal on the plane and not complain that he/she does not like it.
When flying from east to Hawaii, try staying up until bedtime in Hawaii and leave the curtains open. The next morning the sun will wake you up with its rays and you will be refreshed and ready to enjoy your vacation.