Traveling For The First Time? Don’t Miss These 14 Tips

Seneca once said, “Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” If you’ve been looking for a little jolt of life, travel could be just the ticket. 

While there’s a lot to think about in the lead-up to your day of departure, we’ve outlined 14 tips to help you secure the best deals, stay safe, and make sure all your boxes are checked before you go. 

1. Research Various Types of Accommodations

Did you know that, in the same city, the price of an Airbnb vs. a traditional B&B can be markedly different? The same goes for Airbnbs vs. hotels. 

Once you have your destination in mind, poke around a few different sites. See what Airbnbs are on offer. Then, use booking sites like Kayak and Booking.com to compare your rates. 

2. Check Your Airline Options

The same goes for your airline tickets. Don’t feel like you’re beholden to one specific airline. Use similar sites like Kayak and Google Flights to see which dates, times, and airlines offer the best deals. 

You can also open up free accounts on each of these platforms and set alerts for when ticket prices drop or new deals become available. If your dates are flexible, many of them will also highlight the most affordable days to fly. 

3. Stay a While Longer

Are you a remote worker or a digital nomad? Is there any possibility of you extending your stay beyond seven or ten days? 

If so, you might see a significant price drop if you’re able to book into that lovely little Airbnb you have your eye on for a month or more. 

4. Travel In the Off Season

Especially if this is your first time traveling to a major city, you might want to travel in the off-season. You might not get the full effect of Europe in the summer, for example. 

But, you’ll dodge a whole host of overwhelming crowds. You’ll also find cheaper rates for your airlines and accommodations. 

The off-season is also a magical way to meet the locals, more than you would in the hustle and bustle of peak season.