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Air Travel Versus Car Travel
Summer is in its heat of getting that vacation in before the kids go back to school and finding those last minute travel deals that fit your already stretched budget.
Whether you go by air or by car here are some great suggestions:
Be sure you take your sense of humor along, this is so important as things are just not the way they use to be, there are longer lines, more fees and then even more fees, customer service leaves a lot to be desired and that is just the way it is. So the quicker you can find the humor in the situations that arise the sooner it will be more pleasant and fun for you, your family and those around you.
Set your expectations at a lower level, just expect that things are not going to go exactly the way you planned them, look at the adventure in this and just make your plans and write down what was quoted you, who quoted it to you and the instructions that went with that quote and when you run into a situation that needs handling, at least you have the info with you and you are not standing there saying "well someone told me", you have definite information. Expect to be taken advantage of. That way, you won't be disappointed.
When you are planning your vacation keep a folder with all of the information and put it in your carry on. Understand that airlines resorts, hotels, rental cars etc etc will be adjusting their fees on a daily basis and just be prepared for that and expect it; if it doesn't happen to you, then that is a fun gift.
Be really good to yourself, know that your vacation will have twists and turns. Get a good nights sleep and map out your time for relaxed travel and arrival at the airport, be organized and know what you are going to check and be prepared for surprises. Pack snacks, a good book, puzzles books and other items to entertain yourself if there are delays. Create a mental montra to say to yourself to keep you centered and into joy and adventure.
Travel is an adventure so approach it that way, view your whole vacation as an adventure from the planning it to actually taking off on it. When you approach it with type of mentality the getting to the destination and getting home won't be such a challenge. Include that part in the adventure not just the destination. Don't book important tours the day of arrival or the next day if at all possible, give yourself some delayed arrival time and that will take a lot of pressure off of you, plan for adventure surprises. Meet the people in line with you, find out where they are from and what their adventure is about.
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