Who doesn’t love the holidays? I could go on and on about all of the beautiful components that the holidays consist of. There are holiday dinner parties with friends, visiting with family and of course, consuming as much pumpkin pie possible. Along with all of the wonderful things the holiday season brings, there is the inevitable traveling aspect, which can come with baggage (Get it? Haha!). I myself am traveling to New York for New Years. To get ready, I’ve done loads of research. Here are the five top traveling tips that should help ease the stress: 1. Plan for the unexpected. I mean it is the holidays after all—one of the busiest traveling times of the year. Many factors play into traveling, such as weather and the amount of people traveling. Have the necessities handy. Keep an extra phone charger and toothbrush in your carry on just in case you have to spend more time in the airport than originally planned. 2. Travel early or late in the day. The holidays are already a busy traveling season, so try to book the flights early in the morning or later in the evening. Your sleeping schedule may not like this idea, but you’ll thank yourself for interacting with the least amount of people possible. 3. Travel light. If the trip is short enough, try to not check a bag—especially if you have connecting flights. Having trouble deciding if what you want to pack is necessary or not? 4. Eat smartly. This isn’t something I would initially prioritize when it came to traveling, but the more I think about it, the more I like the idea. Your body will thank you for choosing something jam-packed with natural energy when you are running around the airport, attempting to catch your connecting flight. (Don’t worry, you can indulge once you get to where you need to be. It is still the holidays. Who can say no to baked goods?)
5. Remember: others are stressed as well. This is probably the most important tip. You aren’t the only one sprinting across the airport or the only one who lost their luggage—trust me. Be kind to one another. A friendly smile can go a long way. And there you have it, the ultimate traveling guide! Happy traveling and stay warm!
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