How we travel stress-free

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Stress-free travel, it’s a bit of an antithesis, we know.

By taking time away, whether it’s for a short-term vacation or a long-term travel adventure, we should feel less stressed as we escape the pressures of our everyday lives. But if you’re a frequent traveler, you will know this isn’t always the case. From the stresses of a busy airport to the demands on our finances, travel, in all of its forms, can take its toll on us both mentally and physically.

Still, there are many ways we reduce stress when traveling. Here we list our simple and sensible tips to help you to have a more relaxed and stress-free vacation.

#1: Always plan ahead

The more prepared you are, the less stress you will experience while you’re away. To avoid lengthy wait times at the airport, you might want to stay up-to-date of any flight changes or delays before you leave home. To avoid the discomfort of a bad hotel, you should research accommodation extensively online using hotel review sites. And to avoid running out of money while abroad, you should have travel insurance in place before you go. We recommend that offered by Travelers Insurance especially if you’re using your car.

It’s hard to think of every eventuality as to what might go wrong, but the more planning you can do beforehand, the less trouble you should have down the line.

#2 Pack wisely

Our first piece of advice is this; pack early! By doing so, there will be less chance of you forgetting to pack something. Secondly, pack lightly! You don’t necessarily need to pack an outfit for every day of your trip, and there will be some items that can be purchased when you’re away. If you’re staying at a hotel, there should be laundry facilities, as well as items such as hairdryers and kettles, so don’t cram them into your bags if you don’t need to.

And to ensure you do pack your necessities, use a packing checklist. You can then tick it off as you pack, having the peace of mind that you have everything you might possibly need while you’re away.

#3 Download some apps

While we would recommend using your phone as little as possible, mainly to avoid the temptation to check your work emails, which could instigate stress when you’re away. We recommend you download a few useful apps to help alleviate any possible stress . You might want to download a GPS app, for example, as this way, there will be less chance of you getting lost. You might also want to download an app that lists the best restaurants, as this way, there is less chance of you getting food poisoning from a place that ranks low on hygiene.

Check out the apps on this list; there’s even one that helps you to meditate and sleep better, so, clear some room on your phone if you need to. A simple but effective way to travel stress-free.

#4 Practice self-care

Life is always less stressful when you practice self-care. By taking care of your body through regular exercise, healthy eating, and by getting enough sleep, you will be better equipped to deal with any challenges that await you while you’re away. Therefore, make an effort to stay active, resist the lure of junk food, and on the night before you travel and during your time away, rest as much as you are able to strengthen and refresh both your body and your mind.

Tell me (in the comment section below) what did you think of our tips for stress-free travel?

P.S. you can read more of our essential travel tips here

One thought on “How we travel stress-free

  1. I always also plan some essentials before going (but leave heaps of room to be spontaneous at the trip), and make sure I have the apps I need, like maps.me downloaded for my destination. I should however get better at taking care of myself, like getting more rest, and eating more (I am a super foodie, but when I travel I tend to get so excited by all the things I want to see and do that I don’t end up eating enough). Fingers crossed I’ll be able to get both rest and food in for my next trip – to Italy. đŸ˜€

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