Are you planning to take an adventure trip? There are plenty of attractive destinations for an exciting adventure tour. But before you indulge yourself in big thrills in incredible locations, here are helpful tips to consider:

Fun comes at a price

Most adventure destinations are set in distant locations, which means more on the travel expense. You can find cheaper travel fare when you reserve your ticket well in advance, like six months before your intended travel date.

Do a thorough research

Make sure that you choose a reliable travel agency or tour operator. Do a thorough research about the company. Ask for safety certifications and licenses. You may also want to check genuine customer feedback on their experiences with the company. Avoid low-cost, shady companies.

Get your body in good condition

Adventure trips are physically demanding. Get yourself physically and emotionally ready before your trip. Being in great shape can make your journey a fun and successful one.

Get insured

For any trip, having a travel insurance is always beneficial. You get peace of mind knowing that your travel is insured. You may check policies for your safety from your tour operator.

Pack efficiently

It may not be easy to think about all that you need for the trip. You need to be well prepared for weather condition of the country you intend to visit. Be sure to bring only the things you really need for the trip and avoid over packing.

Expect the unexpected

Adventure trips can be unpredictable so be prepared for the unexpected. Always be ready to manage what comes in your way in a positive way.

Are you planning an adventure trip with your family? It sure is a great experience for all the members of the family. No matter where your destination is, it could mean introducing your kids to new locations, cultures, food and activities in a country very different from what they know. You want kids to have a fun experience. Here are some important ways to get your kids ready for an adventure trip.

Ask kids about the travel plan

This will help you determine the places they want to see and the activities they want to experience. Since kids do not always enjoy the same activities adults find appealing, asking what appeals to them can save you planning time, money and stress ultimately.

Discuss travel etiquette

Talk to the kids about the culture and how the country you intend to visit is similar or different from yours. Talk about attitudes and expectations that might be different from what they know at home. Emphasize what is considered respectful and what could be regarded as rude.

If you are touring with a group, stress the need to be on time, being attentive when a guide is talking, and follow instructions. Also, it would be helpful to do some research on the destination’s food and help them understand the food customs and options available there. On a group trip, a communal meal might be prepared by the support crew.

Prepare the family for fun activities

Get the family ready for physically demanding fun activities. Making longer walks and bike rides part of your routine at home is a good way to prepare. 

It is helpful to look for information about common diseases in the location you intend to visit. Before you travel, make sure that every member of the family has received important vaccinations for health protection. Don’t forget to bring sun and bug protection and other handly health supplies into your travel health kit.

Get kids involved in packing things to bring

A small headlamp, binoculars, a notebook, coloured pencils and a book to read are some of the ideal things to bring. These items will not take a lot of space in your travel bags and will allow you to have more space for more important items. Keep the things organized to maximize the space in their small durable bag.

Family adventure trips can be a great way to have a memorable family bonding. Planning is essential to make sure that everything goes right.

Are you planning for post-pandemic travel? If you can choose the top best countries to visit, where would you go? To help you decide, here are some of our top choices:

England

England’s coastline is a serene place where locals and travellers can just spend a peaceful visit. How about a walk on a windswept pier, search for marine life, or eat fish and chips? You can also visit the picturesque beaches in the English seaside or just build sandcastles. Travellers will have an easier way to access in these activities since new sections of the English Coast Path continue to open. Once it is complete, the path will be the longest continuous trail in the world with almost 3000 miles.

Aruba

How about a visit the south of Aruba in San Nicolas also known as Sunrise City. The city is known for its international and local adorning street walls and pop-up carnival experiences which extends the happy vibes beyond the annual festivities. Aruba has also extended its offer to be a testing hub for other countries’ renewable energy solutions and is implementing a ban on all single-use plastics and reef destroying sunscreens.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is also in sustainable tourism. This small country’s biodiversity attracts tourists who love to find sleepy sloths in trees and whales in the Pacific. Costa Rican knows why it is important to preserve their tropical paradise while still making it inviting to tourists. Ninety per cent of the country’s energy is created by renewable sources. The country is also aiming to be the first carbon-neutral country in the world.

When you travel do you take a guided trip? If you hesitate to take a guided tours, here are some reasons why it makes sense today:

Convenience

Planning your trip can be time-consuming and frustrating. Make it easy when you have someone taking care of the flight bookings, hotel and transportation reservations, and the itinerary. Just get your things ready for the trip and remember to bring your necessary travel documents, and get to your transport on time.

Choice

While you let someone take care of the details, you still have an incredible variety of choices as to which guided trip to take. Tour operators can arrange your trip almost anywhere in the world. It is not easy to reach some remote destinations and prepping hard to arrange activities but you can depend on reliable tour operators to have it all ready for you. This allows you to have more choice than when working it alone.

Safety

While it does not guarantee total safety, travelling with a group on a guided tour prevents you from dealing with scam artists or thieves who prey on lone travellers. It is also a good choice when you have trained guides on mountain trails or places that might otherwise prove hazardous.

If you hesitate to take guided trips because you think it will cost more than going on your own, then consider the work tour operators need to arrange such as group discounts on flights, lodging, meals, and admissions to various attractions. Think about all the expenses to put it up, you may well find that a guided trip saves you money, provides the best value and good travel experience.

It is so difficult to find advice these days on where and when to travel. Covid-19 has messed up our plans but it doesn’t mean we cannot enjoy the rest of the year. If you still have travel plans this year amid the pandemic, why not just travel locally. No need to travel abroad where you might end up being quarantined for the next 14 days which would just eat up all your vacation plans.

Look around your state and there may still be some places you haven’t been to or explored. However, even if you are travelling locally does not mean that you can just go out and be like how it was before. Since our circumstances have greatly changed and not for the better, it is important to know the restrictions and guidelines implemented in your area.

Does your government allow travelling to specific places? Is the area you are going to pack of people? What are the government guidelines for Covid-19? Will you need travel insurance? And all other questions or concerns you may have when you travel locally.

If you go on with your travel plans this year, make sure to keep everyone safe. Since the government has set the guidelines we should follow when we go out such as wearing a mask and social distancing make sure that you do-follow. We do not want to burden other people with our travel plans so it is necessary to follow whatever guidelines there is in your state so you can enjoy your next vacation.