HEAlthy6_CHARM It is no secret that traveling can be incredibly exciting but also extremely stressful. The words “new experiences” never seem to be enough when planning a vacation, and it’s easy to let fear creep into your heart before you even leave the house. However, traveling doesn’t have to be this way with the right preparation. With these 5 travel essentials at hand, your trip will more than likely become an adventure and not a whirlwind of stress and mixed signals.
#5 KEEP A POST-IT NOTE JOURNAL
Photos can help keep memories from hours ago alive, but sometimes things happen so fast that there’s no way for them to make it onto your camera roll without getting lost in all the other photos that are taken during a long day out. Post-it notes can be a lifesaver and help record important details that photos just don’t do justice. This can be especially helpful when you’re in a new environment and you want to remember the way your food was served or how to get back to your hotel if it happens to be in an area that is unfamiliar to you.
#4 HAVE PERSONALIZED CANNED RESPONSES
No matter where you are going or what time of year, it’s always handy to have canned responses saved on your phone that can cover any emergency or pre-planned situations. These responses can be customized to your personal wants and needs, but most importantly, they can be done in a foreign language. This is not necessarily something you want to do all the time, but if you’re going on a vacation, it’s almost a must.
#3 GET A PORTABLE CHARGER/POWER BANK
Nothing is more frustrating as a traveler than not having your phone on you when you need to look up directions or if an emergency situation arises. It’s also quick and easy to use your phone’s battery up by using the GPS and playing games. To avoid disappointment, having an extra power source on hand will help give you peace of mind.
#2 KEEP A FIRST AID KIT
While it seems obvious, first aid kits are not something people always have at hand unless they’ve been through the process of packing for a trip before (and sometimes even then). In a situation where you might not know your way around a foreign country or you are feeling sick, having a first aid kit on hand is priceless. You never know when you might need to open it.
#1 GET TRAVEL INSURANCE
This one can be a little bit more pricey than some of the other items included here (like Post-it notes), but it is by far one of the most important things to travel with. Even if the worst-case scenario never happens, if something does happen and you weren’t prepared for it, then being stuck in an expensive hospital because you didn’t have travel insurance would be disastrous.
There are tons of things to keep in mind when traveling, but these 5 essentials should be on your list of things you plan for. They’re not that expensive to have around and will help make your trip a whole lot more fun and memorable.
