3 Things You Should Do While Traveling

by Nasrul Hanis

in Miscellaneous,Tips

I guess most of you who read this article do love traveling. Yes, me too.

Traveling is cool where we can see a lot of interesting features around the world. In fact traveling brings you to experience memorable moments and see different ways of life.

Today I want to share 3 things you should do while traveling which I got them from my experience. Some people might say it less important but don’t say before you read. Let’s see the 3 things.

1. Bring Your Map

You know what? I ignored my friend’s advice to bring a map while packing my bag for a visit in Singapore and as the result, I found myself lost in the city. I had to find my way for 2 hours and fortunately I found a shop selling map and books. I bought one and continued my journey. I lost my 2 hours because of ignoring to bring a map.

Don’t ever forget this. Bring your map while traveling and visiting places or you might found yourself lost.

2. Care For Your Safety

I admit that traveling and visiting places is really fun. It is amazing to see wonderful features at the places but do remember that you have to take care of your safety too. Not all people are good and not all people are bad so make yourself aware of the situation or if not, you might regret in your journey.

I once watched a pickpocket took away a woman’s money while she was to pay for her ice-cream.

3. Respect The Culture & Traditions

Always remember that different places have different cultures and traditions. As your own place or hometown got your own tradition, it is same with the other places. Make sure you know how to respect the local culture & traditions or you might hurt the local people’s feelings.

If you respect their culture, they will feel more than happy to help you.

These are some tips that I can share with you which I consider really important things to keep in mind while traveling. If you got any more things to share on what you should do while traveling, feel free to share them through the comment below.

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Annual Travel Insurance May 9, 2010 at 10:52 pm

Great tips for all of us travelers out there. I always bring a map with me. Even though I’ve got access to maps on my smartphone, sometimes you can’t find service and need the real thing. Keep up the great work!

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upneo May 10, 2010 at 7:09 pm

4. Learn the local language :)
I think the minimum should be a few essential phrases, including greetings, directions, and how to order in a restaurant.

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Escapadas May 12, 2010 at 3:34 am

5. Get some local currency…
I spent almost a day in Wales without eating and drinking because I had not pounds, just euros and no credit card… :)

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Jay May 13, 2010 at 4:29 am

Safety and respect are by far the most important things to remember when traveling. Tourists are easy targets and nowadays, especially women traveling alone. Not advisable. And remember that even taking pictures is sometimes offensive to others.

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Software developer For Hire May 13, 2010 at 2:48 pm

Thanks for the tip I will surly check these 3 thing while traveling

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Kauai vacation cottages May 14, 2010 at 12:54 am

Looks nice, there are few more issues which can clear before u start travel , like currency, language, proper accommodation , etc. nice one keep it up!

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Asia Tour Packages May 15, 2010 at 2:51 am

Immerse yourself in the local culture, try things you wouldn’t normally do (as long as it is legal :) )

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bucharest apartments May 16, 2010 at 6:59 pm

hooo, you brought us a short cut to all the things that we (or at last me) always forgetting to take when we are traveling :)
it is funny but its true though

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6. Purchase a proper travel insurance
I would say it is always best to travel abroad with proper travel insurance, so you and your family can count on all the protection you need.

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Nisha May 17, 2010 at 7:18 pm

Excellent traveling tips..i must say. Apart from that its very important to consider the travel site for availing the tour package. Last week i was on south tour and i had availed the tour package with http://www.south-india-tour-package.com/. It was really not much expensive.

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Paula May 20, 2010 at 10:03 pm

Research the local customs of your destination thoroughly before you leave. Things we take for granted in our own country may actually cause offense to others and could result in a fine or official warning.

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Download travel guide May 23, 2010 at 3:05 am

Thanks for your timely advice! Addition to your points, I would like to remind the travelers to be conscious about the food and water they intake. I once had a bad time due to food allergy. Same way, have sterilized water. Do not drink water from any tap located on the road side (especially when you come down to India).

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Villas in Murcia May 24, 2010 at 9:15 pm

I agree with the map being on the list, I have been lost in the middle of nowhere on my travels and thought I would just pop into a local shop and buy a map. Do you think I could find one, got even more lost looking for somewhere to find a map to get me back to civilisation, all part of the experience though.

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The Best of Buffalo May 26, 2010 at 1:40 pm

Map is really important, but it is more good if the map you are holding is updated. You might get lost when the street change its name and the map did not update it.

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VillaFish June 1, 2010 at 4:01 pm

Well as far as the 1st tip is concerned if you have an iPhone google maps will do the trick for you :)

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Good tips for all of us passengers there.Safety and respect are absolutely the most important things to remember when traveling. I would say that it is best to travel abroad for proper travel insurance, so you and your family can count on all the protection you need.

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Back Country Skiing June 4, 2010 at 6:16 pm

Nice Traveling Tips! If you respect local culture then localities’ would also return the favor. Apart from these things we should also be very careful about the food and water.

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Always remember that different places have different cultures and traditions. As your own place or hometown got your own tradition, it is same with the other places. Make sure you know how to respect the local culture & traditions or you might hurt the local people’s feelings.

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I admit that traveling and visiting places is really fun. It is amazing to see wonderful features at the places but do remember that you have to take care of your safety too. Not all people are good and not all people are bad so make yourself aware of the situation or if not, you might regret in your journey.

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Traveling is cool where we can see a lot of interesting features around the world. In fact traveling brings you to experience memorable moments and see different ways of life.Good tips for all of us passengers there.Safety and respect are absolutely the most important things to remember when traveling

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When we are going to travel to a new place the most important three things that we must always carry the map so that if we dont know the ways to reach the destination we at least have the scopes to reach safely. Every new place have their own methods and ways to live life and so we must always respect every new culture of the place we visit.

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christian marriage counseling and retreat June 15, 2010 at 8:55 pm

I admit that traveling and visiting places is really fun. It is amazing to see wonderful features at the places but do remember that you have to take care of your safety too. Not all people are good and not all people are bad so make yourself aware of the situation or if not, you might regret in your journey.

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EuroMillions June 15, 2010 at 10:35 pm

Traveling is cool where we can see a lot of interesting features around the world. When we are going to travel to a new place the most important three things that we must always carry the map so that if we dont know the ways to reach the destination we at least have the scopes to reach safely.

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Tiffany & Co. June 16, 2010 at 2:06 pm

The very importance thing while traveling you should be sure and take care that you are carrying your money safely.Though there are no such risks of people snatching your money, it is always better to be safe than repenting after we have lost it.

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Always remember that different places have different cultures and traditions. As your own place or hometown got your own tradition, it is same with the other places. Make sure you know how to respect the local culture & traditions or you might hurt the local people’s feelings.

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Business Cash Advance June 22, 2010 at 8:21 pm

Mainly you should have the Map regarding the area you are going for the travel,Care For Your Safety includes our necessities items as well as the other safety things to be hand around with us and lastly can say the custom and the culture regarding that place is been the most important factor.

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Car Games June 22, 2010 at 9:33 pm

Very important things to be taken care of while going out for traveling many days.Eat healthy and cheaply by cooking most of your own food and doing picnics. Also take all the other normal things you think are necessary and you would be in need of.

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African Safari Tours June 23, 2010 at 12:37 pm

Some very practical advice. I would suggest some reading and research on culture, traditions and basic language is really important to ensure you are not an offensive visitor.

Also, whilst you are there, be adventurous, try and meet and speak to locals and eat locally, out of the more touristy areas – this always makes for an interesting and more genuine experience.

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It is very important to take care of your money when you want to travel. Thank you for sharing!

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George June 27, 2010 at 6:38 pm

I think I can add one more point. Learn a bit more about the language. How to say hello or how are you. I have travel a lot – tours, family holidays, business travel, usually there are at least 10 do’s and don’t for every different country on the globe. May be #1 tip for me is to be polite and smile doesn’t matter where you go.

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jimmychooshoes June 29, 2010 at 8:41 am

We should also take with a camera, that we can take a lot of beautiful photos.

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Learn a bit more about the language.

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jersey hairdressers July 1, 2010 at 10:43 pm

Traveling has its own set of rules. There are different etiquette rules to follow, as well as a ton of other things you should be aware of. What very few people actually discuss, are the things you should never do while traveling.

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Book Cheap Flights Online July 13, 2011 at 3:12 pm

I always remember these things.

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If you are going any where for the trip and tour it would be best and memorable if you are going it with preplanning and safety.And you have shared such a great tips about it.

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