38 Things to Know Before Travelling the World

1. Pick the right season to go

2. Plan in advance but stay flexible

3. Know the visa requirements

4. Think about Festivals

5. Research but let the magic happen

6. …but always ask locals

7. Travel with people you like

8. Be open-minded and embrace the bizarre

9. Go Hosteling

10. Always check the reviews

11. Booking in advance might be cheaper(early bird promotion)

12. Great apps make things so much easier! (Crab, Uber, whatsapp,…)

13. Spend more time in fewer places

14. Practice smiling

15. Use public transport

16. Cycle if you can, or just use your feet!

17. Take advantage of student discounts

18. Think about visiting some cities at night!

19. Take photos of key documents

20. Book a hostel serving breakfast

21. Stay on budget but not too much

22. Have a look at weather forecasts and fill your backpack accordingly

23. Pack as a group

24. Pack light but over pack first

25. Take at least 2 comfortable pairs of shoes

26. Eat like the locals

27. Explore local markets

28. Pick up tips from other travelers… but take all advice with a pinch of salt

29. Buy a train pass

30. Separate your money

31. Turn off data roaming and use hostel Wi-Fi

32. If you get lost…

33. Let go of your inhibitions

34. Be a conversation starter

35. Respect local customs and dress appropriately, always!

36. Obviously use social media to brag about your journey

37. …but embrace time-out from the internet and enjoy the experience

38. Be happy, live in the moment and never judge anyone else’s travel

Everyone’s journey is unique 📷