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If you aren’t an experience traveller, the thought of going abroad might fill you with horror.  How can you make the most of your time?  How can you prepare for your trip?  After all, the last thing you want is to face a disaster at the airport by failing to turn up with the right documents!  If you are travelling in the near future and want to know some top tips for travel planning and ensuring that it all goes smoothly, then look no further:-

Research Your Trip

Before you even think about booking, make sure you have researched your trip fully.  What is there to do?  Where can you stay?  Where can you eat?  A simple online search such as ‘Restaurants and bars in London’ should provide you with the necessary information.  By doing a little bit of research ahead of time will also put you in a better position when it comes to travel planning what you need to take, for example, the type of clothes etc.  If you have any concerns about the city you are visiting, you will have time to look around and address these too.

Make a List & Pack Ahead Of Time

A few weeks before your trip, make a list of all the things you need to take with you and start to put things aside.  At least three or four days ahead of your trip, pack them into your suitcase.  Obviously there will be some items that you won’t be able to pack until the last minute but if the bulk of it is done ahead of time then you are less likely to forget something vital.  Make sure you put all your travel documents together, in a safe place, which can be easily accessed.  This will ensure you don’t misplace your passport or booking confirmation.

Book Tickets In Advance

If there are certain attractions you want to visit, then book tickets in advance to limit the amount of time spent queuing.  You can not only save money by doing it this way, but you will also give yourself more time to explore and enjoy the place you are visiting.