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]]>The financial situation that you and your friend will be dealing with on the trip is important. This is no time to be shy or prideful, because there will be countless choices to make, and you two need to be on the same page. Ask your friend what their budget is, how much they’re looking to spend, and how the two of you will make compromises when the time comes.
You might think you and your traveling buddy are thick and thieves, but do yourselves both a favor and make sure you’re traveling for the same reasons. You might learn that all your friend wants to do is party, and you’re more about hikes and nature. That’s all good, by the wayโas long as you discuss things beforehand and plan accordingly.
This brings us to our final point. If it turns out that you and your friend have different goals on the trip, that’s actually totally fine. If you and your friend are both comfortable with splitting up for hours at a time, then this can be accomplished no questions asked. However, not everyone is comfortable being by themselves in a foreign country. Before you leave, talk to your friend and make sure that you both understand how sensitive the other would be if they were left alone. This will prevent many potential hurt feelings.
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]]>A few days may be a short amount of time, but you can get so much done in that time. With strategic planning, there’s no reason why one can’t see most of a city’s best landmarks in that timeframe. Heck, there are even tour busses specifically designed for the purpose of navigating the entire city in one day.
Sure, you can see all the important areas, but did you actually experience what the city is all about? You might’ve walked to the top of the Eiffel Tower, but did you internalize what it truly means to be an average citizen of Paris? There are some intangible things in a city that one can only learn if they’ve lived there for long periods of time.
On the surface, you can certainly learn everything there is to know about a city in a few days. However, our belief is that this is only one piece of the puzzle. To truly understand what drives the heartbeat of a town, you need to live there for an extended period of time.
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]]>This might seem pretty obvious, but if you’re feeling down and you’re not sure why, you could be feeling homesick. It’s possible that the initial thrill of adventure is starting to fade, and you’re missing your loved ones at home.
One of the coolest things about traveling is that it’s the opposite of our normal, routine-based life. However, if you’ve been abroad for too long, you may start to remember something interesting: that a consistent routine has its benefits. If you’re sick of living such an unpredictable existence, it may be time to return to a more stable life at home.
This is a much more practical reason to return home, and also the antithesis of the traveling spirit in general. While it’s possible to find jobs abroad, they don’t always pay well, and they aren’t easy to find. If you find yourself running low on cash, but you can’t fathom the idea of ending your travelsโit might be good to suck it up and go home anyway.
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]]>You should definitely have a basic set of clothes and sleeping bag stored deep within your backpack, even when it’s pouring rain. That way, no matter how wet you get, you can at least breath easy knowing that you’ll have something warm to snuggle up in later.
As simple as it sounds, it works like a charm. Even though it might be annoying, especially in tropical areas where it’s rainy but also hot, you’ll stay dryer by wearing fewer layers.
Here’s where it’s important to do a bit of research while you’re traveling. If you’re out in the woods, or off in some mountain, ask a local where the best place to put your tent should be. If you’re still in doubt, use some common sense and find a makeshift shelter.
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]]>The post Tips on Keeping Your Backpack Light appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Some of the heaviest items you bring with you will probably be clothes, so you’ll want to be conscious of the weight of the clothing you’re bringing. While fabrics like wool and fleece can keep you warm, they’re also heavy and take up space. Try to lean more on lightweight fabrics like silk, nylon, and polyester.
The more purposes a single item can serve, the better for your pack weight. Try using something like Bronner’s, which can act as a face wash, body wash, shampoo, dish soap, laundry detergent, and hand soap all in oneโamong other things.
The reality is that traveling light just means leaving some things behind. Think really deeply about every item you bring. Do you really need that pair of heels or that blow dryer? Really? Think carefully now. That’s right, probably not.
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]]>The post You Need to Discuss These Things With Your Travel PartnerโBefore The Trip appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The financial situation that you and your friend will be dealing with on the trip is important. This is no time to be shy or prideful, because there will be countless choices to make, and you two need to be on the same page. Ask your friend what their budget is, how much they’re looking to spend, and how the two of you will make compromises when the time comes.
You might think you and your traveling buddy are thick and thieves, but do yourselves both a favor and make sure you’re traveling for the same reasons. You might learn that all your friend wants to do is party, and you’re more about hikes and nature. That’s all good, by the wayโas long as you discuss things beforehand and plan accordingly.
This brings us to our final point. If it turns out that you and your friend have different goals on the trip, that’s actually totally fine. If you and your friend are both comfortable with splitting up for hours at a time, then this can be accomplished no questions asked. However, not everyone is comfortable being by themselves in a foreign country. Before you leave, talk to your friend and make sure that you both understand how sensitive the other would be if they were left alone. This will prevent many potential hurt feelings.
The post You Need to Discuss These Things With Your Travel PartnerโBefore The Trip appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Can You Really Get To Know a Foreign City in a Few Days? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>A few days may be a short amount of time, but you can get so much done in that time. With strategic planning, there’s no reason why one can’t see most of a city’s best landmarks in that timeframe. Heck, there are even tour busses specifically designed for the purpose of navigating the entire city in one day.
Sure, you can see all the important areas, but did you actually experience what the city is all about? You might’ve walked to the top of the Eiffel Tower, but did you internalize what it truly means to be an average citizen of Paris? There are some intangible things in a city that one can only learn if they’ve lived there for long periods of time.
On the surface, you can certainly learn everything there is to know about a city in a few days. However, our belief is that this is only one piece of the puzzle. To truly understand what drives the heartbeat of a town, you need to live there for an extended period of time.
The post Can You Really Get To Know a Foreign City in a Few Days? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post How to Know When It’s Time to Return Home From Your Travels appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>This might seem pretty obvious, but if you’re feeling down and you’re not sure why, you could be feeling homesick. It’s possible that the initial thrill of adventure is starting to fade, and you’re missing your loved ones at home.
One of the coolest things about traveling is that it’s the opposite of our normal, routine-based life. However, if you’ve been abroad for too long, you may start to remember something interesting: that a consistent routine has its benefits. If you’re sick of living such an unpredictable existence, it may be time to return to a more stable life at home.
This is a much more practical reason to return home, and also the antithesis of the traveling spirit in general. While it’s possible to find jobs abroad, they don’t always pay well, and they aren’t easy to find. If you find yourself running low on cash, but you can’t fathom the idea of ending your travelsโit might be good to suck it up and go home anyway.
The post How to Know When It’s Time to Return Home From Your Travels appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Here Are Some Tips For Backpacking in the Rain appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>You should definitely have a basic set of clothes and sleeping bag stored deep within your backpack, even when it’s pouring rain. That way, no matter how wet you get, you can at least breath easy knowing that you’ll have something warm to snuggle up in later.
As simple as it sounds, it works like a charm. Even though it might be annoying, especially in tropical areas where it’s rainy but also hot, you’ll stay dryer by wearing fewer layers.
Here’s where it’s important to do a bit of research while you’re traveling. If you’re out in the woods, or off in some mountain, ask a local where the best place to put your tent should be. If you’re still in doubt, use some common sense and find a makeshift shelter.
The post Here Are Some Tips For Backpacking in the Rain appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Tips on Keeping Your Backpack Light appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Some of the heaviest items you bring with you will probably be clothes, so you’ll want to be conscious of the weight of the clothing you’re bringing. While fabrics like wool and fleece can keep you warm, they’re also heavy and take up space. Try to lean more on lightweight fabrics like silk, nylon, and polyester.
The more purposes a single item can serve, the better for your pack weight. Try using something like Bronner’s, which can act as a face wash, body wash, shampoo, dish soap, laundry detergent, and hand soap all in oneโamong other things.
The reality is that traveling light just means leaving some things behind. Think really deeply about every item you bring. Do you really need that pair of heels or that blow dryer? Really? Think carefully now. That’s right, probably not.
The post Tips on Keeping Your Backpack Light appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
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