Often times life can be an agenda...our daily schedules are consumed with work, family, appointments, friends, commitments, activities, community service, and so on. Do we want a full itinerary during our travel adventures?
The upcoming weeks will be filled with new journeys for BVF. Di and I are meeting in Chichester, England, a quaint cathedral town in West Sussex. Her two sweet boys Alfie and Ollie, (yes, travelling with a toddler and infant is doable!!) will be joining us. Holiday time is always a good reminder of the importance of taking a step back to truly savour and enjoy the beauty of unexplored and familiar wonders.
Finding the happy medium between a minute by minute pre-planned schedule and no plans at all can be easier than you think. If you're traveling to Paris and the Eiffel Tower is on your wish list, don't be disappointed because of sold out lines. Some must sees and points of interests require planning. Want to see the Picasso museum in Barcelona? Only to show up and it's closed!
Now, here are 5 basic guidelines.
1. Can't see it all; prioritize: If traveling by yourself or with a group, determine ahead of time your must sees. This will not only give you and/or a group an idea of what the interests are but you can coordinate activities.
2. Operating hours: Check to see day closures, renovations, etc. Most official websites for popular attractions are great about keeping info up to date.
3. Plan it first, buy it next: If you know you're going to do something, purchase tickets ahead of time. This ensures a spot for you and saves time avoiding longer lines. Use caution and be weary of purchasing entry or tour tickets from 3rd party websites. Unless the site is officially endorsed or licensed by the destined venue it may be fraudulent or extremely overpriced.
4. The World at a Glance, Check it Out: Visit your local library and check out a book for your destination. This is an absolute favourite of BVF!!! Books are free and easy to access. Pick up the book and venture out! Be sure to check online renewable options in case the due date precedes your return home. And be careful not to lose the book so others can enjoy the same benefit!
5. Spontaneity is Discovery: Don't plan everything, you never know what adventures will stumble along the way. Leave open blocks of time to ask locals for hot spots, embrace new sites, and enjoy experiencing the awe and wonders of traveling.
Bon Voyage!
Now, here are 5 basic guidelines.
1. Can't see it all; prioritize: If traveling by yourself or with a group, determine ahead of time your must sees. This will not only give you and/or a group an idea of what the interests are but you can coordinate activities.
2. Operating hours: Check to see day closures, renovations, etc. Most official websites for popular attractions are great about keeping info up to date.
3. Plan it first, buy it next: If you know you're going to do something, purchase tickets ahead of time. This ensures a spot for you and saves time avoiding longer lines. Use caution and be weary of purchasing entry or tour tickets from 3rd party websites. Unless the site is officially endorsed or licensed by the destined venue it may be fraudulent or extremely overpriced.
4. The World at a Glance, Check it Out: Visit your local library and check out a book for your destination. This is an absolute favourite of BVF!!! Books are free and easy to access. Pick up the book and venture out! Be sure to check online renewable options in case the due date precedes your return home. And be careful not to lose the book so others can enjoy the same benefit!
5. Spontaneity is Discovery: Don't plan everything, you never know what adventures will stumble along the way. Leave open blocks of time to ask locals for hot spots, embrace new sites, and enjoy experiencing the awe and wonders of traveling.
Bon Voyage!
