Keep a Travel Journal- Have Your Memories Forever!

When traveling anywhere new I highly recommend keeping a travel journal! It is a great way to remember what you do from day to day. It also helps you remember where you were what you were doing and at what day/time etc. When you get photos developed it will make it easier to scrapbook or preserve your memories in general! I kept a travel journal when I went to the East Coast years ago; it was a big help and now even though it has been almost 7 years since my trip. I can read my journal and look at my pictures anytime - taking me right back to the beautiful East Coast! 

Reasons to Travel

There are many reasons to travel (both long and short distances) whether it be to see your favourite sporting event or favourite team - or to see you favourite band or performer - for work - to visit family and friends from far away - or just to relax and get away! What do you think the top reason for travel is? I think work related traveling occurs more frequently (since many people work abroad, or travel great distances throughout the year for their businesses and companies) and lets face it - often work pays for it! It would be nice if traveling to get away and relax occured more frequently than work related travel - well all deserve the break! Let me know your thoughts and opinions!! What do you travel most often for?    

Music From Around the World

When you travel local food is not the only thing there is to enjoy.. don't forget about all the awesome new MUSIC you will experience while traveling! Whether it is a local genre all their own or similar to one we all know; music is a great way to enjoy yourself in a new country and really get to know the culture. Visiting National Geographics 'World Music' link on its website allows you to browse through by Genre, Region or Artist. Visit this link today if you are interested in learning more about the type of music that is popular in a country you may be visiting in the near future - or visit just for fun! Enjoy!!
http://worldmusic.nationalgeographic.com/

Food & Travel

One of my favourite things (and I'm sure everyone agrees) is the food you get to try while traveling!! It is a great chance to try something you normally wouldn't - cooked and prepared the way it should be. Being in a new country or even a new town close to home is an opportunity to try local restaurants and favourite dishes that you normally would not get the chance to try. One of my favourite dishes was trying true New York Style Pizza - in New York City it was delicious and I have never had anything quite like it since. What is your favourite dish that is best enjoyed where it originated from?! Is is far away or closer to home?!  

Airplane Etiquette

I found this great website that has hilarious (and VERY truthful) airplane etiquette tips to keep in mind when you fly! http://www.flights.com/tips/airplane_etiquette.html
I have not had many opportunities to fly however, these tips will have you nodding your head in agreement or remembering a situation just like the description. Flying should be an enjoyable or at least tollerable experience! Enjoy!
Here are a few great examples from this link...

1. Your space is your space, and the space for the guy next to you…? Well, that's his. Or hers. Stay out of it. Keep your elbows, knees, and any other protruding body parts to yourself and make an effort not to spread out so much that you actually touch other passengers. They might not think you're as much of a hottie as you think you are, and they don't want you all over them.

2. Stick with a paperback. Don't bring a giant newspaper, a map, a kite, or anything else that's going to impinge upon the airspace of the person next to you.

3. If the guy/girl next to you is friendly, talk to him/him. If not, then shut up. Not everyone's looking for a new best friend just because they happen to be sitting next to you for a few hours.

4. People who use the bathroom a lot should sit on the aisle, not by the window. Period.

Before Your Road Trip Remember ......

Select Your Ideal Destination... Make sure you know as much as possible about your destination..weather/ time difference etc before you decide where you want to go

To Budget accordingly.... Make sure you have enough money plus a little extra just incase - when you travel be ready for the unexpected!

To Get Your Vehicle Travel ready..... if you are driving a long distance it is important to make sure your vehicle is tuned up and ready for the drive.

Pack the Right Things.... don't pack too much - or too little! Know how long you will be travelling for and if you should bring warm clothing/sun screen etc

Bring the Right Snacks..... Travelling for long periods of time means you will need to have plenty of snacks ready in your vehicle that will not go bad quickly - also have a map ready so you know where to find rest stops and restaurants

Games and Songs.... Make it fun! have a playlist ready with all your favourite music or have games ready to play during the drive

Most Importantly...... Have fun! and Happy Traveling!!!!

How to Take Advantage of Off Season Travel Video – 5min.com

How to Take Advantage of Off Season Travel Video – 5min.com

Above is a link to a great video on the pros of Off Season Travel (with a few cons as well) I found it interesting! It is short and provides relevant and useful facts - Enjoy!!