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Nine times out of ten, these trips were a disaster due to a lack of proper planning. The tips listed here will help you to have an enjoyable vacation experience. [http://en.netlog.com/SchozurymanSamypanth/blog/blogid=28333516 Good Travel Advice That Everyone Should Follow]

If you have a child, keep a color photo of him or her in your wallet in case they get lost. Losing a child is traumatic for any parent. Sometimes these kinds of things happen. Having a photo you can show people immediately if the child becomes lost could wind up making a substantial difference in getting them back quickly.

It's important to plan ahead when traveling by air. Major airports are in big cities much of the time, so getting through traffic and to your gate on time can be a challenge. You should have your suitcase packed the day before you leave, so on the day of your trip you are totally ready to go. Get your preparations ready before you fly. You want to do everything possible to avoid arriving late for your flight.

When traveling by car to a port prior to cruising, search for lodgings where you can park at no cost and make reservations for the night before departure. Ask the staff of the hotel if there are any unpublished parking deals.

Hotel staff like room service staff and the bell hop are paid meager salaries and tips are very much appreciated. The typical tip is a dollar per bag of luggage and anywhere from two to five dollars per day for housekeeping. If you tip well, you are more likely to get good service and be on good terms with hotel staff during your stay.

Always keep in mind where your belongings are, and keep your most important items in a place you always have access to. If you have a purse, keep it close to your body with your arm on it at all times. Avoid choosing bags that have zippered pockets on the outside. These are easily accessible in crowded areas, so if your bag does have one, it is best to leave it empty. When buying a travel bag, keep this in mind.

Check the dates on when your passport expires. Different areas of the world have different rules regarding passports. Even if it is still valid, if it expires soon, you may have problems. The lead time might be as little as three months, but it can go as high as a year in some cases.

Travel can be a great educational tool for your family. If you are safe, even third world countries can be an opportunity to show children how life is in different places. Traveling far afield is a wonderful method of exposing yourself to new lifestyles and cultural backgrounds.

Try taking a mild sleeping aid during your red-eye flight. Many people find it difficult to sleep on an airplane, between the unfamiliar surroundings, uncomfortable seats, and passenger and aircraft noise. Try a sleeping pill might help get you some rest on a long flight if you have trouble falling asleep otherwise. Don't have the pill before the plane takes off, as a delay or problem may require that the plane returns.

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