There’s a strong possibility that if you’ve been traveling for any duration, you’re now more skilled at it than you were before. Each journey presents a chance to enhance your packing techniques, reduce airport time, and discover the best airfare offers. What you should aim to do is pinpoint some typical blind spots in your travel approach that could hinder your progress.
These are 10 frequent travel errors you should avoid.
1. **Booking Too Early**
Acquiring airline tickets at the very last moment comes with its own risks (not securing a ticket) and rewards (landing an exceptional deal). However, the opposite holds true as well; reserving too far in advance can bind you to unnecessarily steep airfare.
2. **Avoiding AirBnb or Hotels**
In certain instances, one may be preferable over the other. Restricting yourself to only hotels or vacation rentals could mean missing out on amenities, deals, and a more authentic local experience. Explore both options and determine which is ideal for you on each trip.
3. **Transport From Airport To Lodging**
Even those who dislike planning should have a clear understanding of how to transition from your arrival location to your accommodations prior to getting there. You’re most susceptible to scams, overspending, and wasting time with all your baggage as you wait around attempting to figure out how to hail a cab. foXnoMad Podcast guest Laurie Woolever‘s book World Travel: An Irreverent Guide provides specifics for many major cities globally.
4. **Packing Too Much**
Include only the items and clothing you’ll require for a week. Anything beyond that indicates you’ve included excess items you won’t need or could easily obtain at your destination.
5. **Neglecting Mileage Programs**
One flight is sufficient to justify joining a mileage program. Here’s how to maximize their benefits, and since most program miles do not expire, they can accumulate over time, even if you fly less often.
For the other 5 travel blunders (some of my personal favorites from the list), check out the video here.