Disclosure: This is written as a collaborative post.
The thought of traveling might stress you out a bit and that’s okay. Maybe you haven’t had the best experiences with it in the past, or maybe you’re someone who rarely travels.
It’s important to focus on what’s in your control in this case. It’s wise to have a plan before you pack up and head out. The following advice will cover what you can do to have a better vacation. This way you’ll return home happy that you left in the first place.
Map Out Your Finances
The last situation you want is to overspend on travel and go over your budget. Therefore, it’s wise that you take the time to map out your finances in advance. Start saving up your money now if you know you want to go somewhere in the near future. Make sure you have a clear-cut budget that outlines how much you plan to spend. Remember you’ll also need spending money to use when you arrive at your destination. Once you have your finances sorted out you can start to narrow it down as to where you want to travel to.
Research Places to Stay
There are many different options for travel accommodations these days. It’s important to know how long you’ll be gone and what type of amenities you wish to have. For example, if you’ll be away for an extended period you can look into booking a hotel apartment. This will provide you with all you need to have a pleasant time on your trip when you know you won’t be returning any time soon. Otherwise, you can always book a hotel for a week or so or choose to stay in a vacation home that has amenities such as a kitchen for cooking meals or a swimming pool of its own.
Avoid Working
Another way to have a better vacation is to work ahead at your job. Plan in advance at the office so you can have someone covering for you while you’re on your trip. You may have regrets if you bring your work with you and end up staring at a computer screen the entire vacation. If you must log in to work to check your messages then do so in the morning time and then commit to putting it away for the rest of the day. It’s important that if you want to have a better vacation you are present in the moment and not always checking work emails.
Stay Busy but Have Some Downtime
It’s also wise to create a loose itinerary for what you will do and what you want to see on your trip. Research possible excursions and activities in advance and secure a spot early if you can. Sometimes these types of things can book up fast, so put some money down ahead of time if you know it’s how you want to spend your time. While it’s good to stay busy on vacation it’s also important to have some downtime in your schedule. Make sure you take good care of yourself and rest so that you aren’t always running around from one activity to the next.
Downtime is so important. We used to pack as much as we could in a trip and end up really tired and cranky by the end of if. Definitely plan some time to rest and recover!
ReplyDeleteGreat advice. Especially no working during your vacation. I've seen so many folks that work during their vacations.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day and week, my friend. ♥
For me personally, finances are a big part of it. Map out what you have to spend and stick to it so you vacation isn't charred by a financial blow once you get home. - Nyxie
ReplyDeleteThis year we had very active and exhausting vacation. And the best thing to do right now, is to have another one right away, only this time without the mistakes we made the first time.
ReplyDeleteI greatly value downtime and take at least an hour a day to work on my hobbies.
ReplyDeleteHaving a vacation and not having to worry about the money after is really a good reminder. A lot of us travel even without mapping out our finances, we end up worrying about spending too much on our trip.
ReplyDeleteGreat tips here. We all want and aim for a better vacation here!
ReplyDeleteThe first few times we vacationed we didn't build in down time and we were all exhausted. Now, as long as we are going to be somewhere for more than 3 days, we like to have one day with little to no plans. We can either rest at our rental home or find some easy things to do that day such as shopping or going to a nice restaurant.
ReplyDeleteAll great suggestions. And the one I loved most: "loose itinerary" I love to be able to stop and linger and little place that I like.
ReplyDeleteYour tips for a better vacation are pure gold! Your practical and insightful advice is a game-changer. Love how you focus on enhancing the overall experience. Thanks for making travel more enjoyable and memorable. Ready to put these suggestions to good use! 🌴✈️🌞
ReplyDeletePerfect advice for enjoying a vacation and having a better time. I think taking a break from work is essential!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Yes girl, ditch all the work while on vacay! It's what I've always done and I always leave so refreshed and pumped for life back home.
ReplyDeleteMy family had a foreign vacation recently. Yes, the advice on planning ahead and setting clear expectations with clients resonates with me. It's vital for us to communicate our availability, especially when aiming to step back for a well-deserved break. And those pointers on enjoying local attractions and delicacies are gold – perfect for someone like me who enjoys writing about travel and food.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree about having downtime. So many times, we go on vacation and overschedule the day and everyone crashes and is crabby. It is good to have a good balance!
ReplyDeleteI completely understand that the thought of traveling can be overwhelming and stressful, especially if you've had bad experiences in the past. But don't worry, there are plenty of things you can do to make your next vacation a more enjoyable experience. The key is to focus on what you can control and plan ahead. Mapping out your finances, researching places to stay, and avoiding work are just a few ways you can have a better vacation. And don't forget to stay busy but also allow yourself some downtime to rest and recharge. By following these tips, you'll come back home feeling refreshed and happy that you took the time to travel.
ReplyDeleteI love reading about vacation almost as much as I love GOING on vacation. Totally agree abut finances - you can't relax if you're stressed about money.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you that it's important to avoid work when taking a vacation.
ReplyDeleteIn the past, since I am online worker -- I go on vacations any time but bring my laptop with me so, I can still continue working.
However, I realized that I don't really feel recharged after.
So, now -- whenever we go on a trip -- I just file a vacation leave and make sure to do my job ahead of time.