───8 GENERAL TRAVEL TIPS───
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Like traveling? If the answere is yes, this article is for you. On this page, you will find the 10 most important traveling tips. These 10 tips apply to any type of traveling, from traveling in the contry to traveling overseas.

1. Patience Is Important

Don’t sweat the stuff you can’t control. Life is much too short to be angry and annoyed all the time. Did you miss your bus? No worries, there will be another one (most of the time). ATMs out of money? No worries! perfect opportunity to explore the city. Sometimes freakouts happen regardless.

2. Wake Up Early

Rise at sunrise to have the best attractions all to yourself while avoiding crowds. It’s also a perfect time for photos, and usually easier to interact with locals. Sketchy areas are less dangerous in the morning.

3. Laugh At Yourself

You will definitely look like a fool many times when traveling to new places. Don’t be afraid to screw up, and don’t take life so seriously.

4. Stash Extra Cash

Cash is king around the world. To cover your ass in an emergency, make sure to stash some in a few different places. I recommend at least a couple hundred dollars. If you lose your wallet, your card stops working, or the ATMs run out of money, you’ll be glad you did. Some of my favorite stash spots include socks and under shoe inserts.

5. Meet Local People

Basic English is spoken widely all over the world, so it’s easier to communicate than you might think, especially when you combine hand gestures and body language. Learn from those who live in the country you’re visiting. People enrich your travels more than sights do.

6. Back Everything Up

Keep both digital and physical copies of your passport, visas, driver’s license, itinerary, health insurance card, card numbers, and important phone numbers ready to go in case of an emergency. Also, backup your files and photos on an external hard drive as well as online.

7. Take Lots Of Photos

You may only see these places and meet these people once in your lifetime. Remember them forever with plenty of photos. Don’t worry about looking like a “tourist”. Great photos are the ultimate souvenir (also they are free). They’re easy to share with others, and they don’t take up space in your luggage. Just remember not to get trapped behind the lens and enjoy the view.

8. There’s Always A Way

Nothing is impossible. If you are having trouble going somewhere or doing something, don’t give up. You just haven’t found the best solution or met the right person yet. Perseverance pays off.
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