TRAVEL SPECIAL....... Trick the summer sun

 Trick the summer sun





Travelling this summer with family for a long holiday, here are some handy tips

While planning a summer trip with friends or family, we all want our trip to go off without a hitch.

Think before you pack:

Remembering to pack every last thing for each family member can be exhausting. Here's a packing tip: Visualise in your head and go down each portion of your body, and write down what you may need for each section while traveling. Do the same for your children. You can always cross items off the list later.

Have foresight:

If your travels include driving, save money by packing a cooler with food and drinks. Avoid ATM fees by taking out cash with a debit card purchase at a grocery store or gas station. Also, save money on the vacation itself by bundling hotel airfare and activities.

Make good use of your hand luggage:

Pack one extra change of clothes for each person in their carry-on bag. Approx 29 million pieces of luggage are lost or delayed/misplaced every year across the world. If your bag is one of them, having a set of clothes to change into while you are waiting for your luggage to be found is a lifesaver.

Pack Old Underthings?

Packing light might be one way to bring home extra souvenirs, but so is packing your oldest undergarments As you and your family wear old undergarments throughout the trip throw them out the next day . This lightens your suitcase and or make room for cool souvenirs along the way .

How to Keep Kids Occupied:

If your destination is hours away, premake binders for each child that include a colouring book, blank paper, crossword puzzles and activity sheets. Also include a zipper bag of crayons and blank papers.

Stay healthy:

Go over the itinerary several times before you leave. Pack all necessary medicines, ointments and cough syrups you may be. Also if you're visiting a beach destination remember to pack in two pairs of swimwear for yourself and the kids. And in case you're visiting the hills, carry a shawl or sweater as the temperatures may drop.

Pack a Travel Insurance Plan:

A travel insurance plan can cover you for things that may go wrong while travelling. Also look at the plan that covers lost luggage claim, cashless hospitalisation and more.

Pack Healthy Snacks:

It's way too easy to eat junk when you travel--all that fast food! Make the smart decision and pack yourself some healthy treats for when you are onthe-go. Watermelon and cucumber are very hydrating and cooling.Oranges are always a good choice because the smell is a proven mood lifter and helps to relieve stress of annoying airplane seatmates or highway traffic. Cherries and blueberries are also great summer snacks because it's their peak season.

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