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[quote=RUNNERMORE,226652]Some trips are scrimped and saved for, and others can be spontaneous and exciting. All trips are meant for adventure, relaxation and enjoyment. By planning well, you can ensure you that you and your family can enjoy a hassle-free trip! Steps Choose your location. Research it online and discuss it with your fellow travelers. Make a list. You should keep in mind weather and climatic conditions (http://lonelyplanet.com/ is a great source of information), merits and demerits of the place, types of recreation (beaches, culture, shopping), and facilities (transport, eating out, etc). Plan around your location. What clothes are suitable? Are any medications needed? Do you need to take foodstuffs? What about currency? Make a loose schedule. Planning too far ahead may backfire, because vacations hardly ever go as planned. Plan for spontaneity, but keep hints from travel guides in mind. Mark places to visit and things to do. How many days do you have? You should keep the overall schedule in mind - you don't want to end up too tired (or alternatively, bored). Make a list. Write down the places you want to visit, including restaurants, museums, malls, and other places of interest. This will help give you ideas and prevent being being completely lost when you arrive and don't know what to do. Make a budget. If you plan ahead, you can save on ticket prices. Travel LIGHT. Leave space for shopping; plus, traveling with lots of luggage restricts your movement and causes discomfort. Only pack the necessities. Notify a friend or family about your leaving. If possible, leave them a contact number or address. If traveling internationally, make sure your documents are in order. Keep your passport, travel documents, visas, and similar items in a safe pouch. Buy film, or keep digital camera batteries on hand. Put vacation notices on your mail, and remember to set your answering machine. Tips Try to book your hotel in advance. If traveling with a large group, arrange for a car to pick you up from the airport to minimize hassle. Call home! Warnings Traveling can be hectic. If traveling to a new place, make sure you keep medication (especially for children). Keep your documents and precious possessions safe. Mugging and theft is common. Don't keep sharp objects in your luggage. Security has been greatly beefed up, and your luggage may be checked. Source: wikiHow[/quote]

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