Within the paragraphs to follow I will be explaining how to plan a vacation and make sure you don't forget anything. Sometimes planning a vacation can be a very long and tedious process, or it may take a day to organize and plan a good time. It all depends on where you want to go, how long you want to be there, and how you will get there.
It is important to not forget anything. An itinerary may be helpful. According to dictionary.com an itinerary is
a detailed plan for a journey, especially a list of places to visit; plan of travel.
Fellow Travelers
Just about anybody of adult age is able to plan a vacation. As long as you are able to buy tickets for transportation, book hotel rooms, drive, and pay for various activities and food while on vacation you should be able to book and plan a vacation with no problem. There are so many different areas of the country and world that each individual would be able to find somewhere that intrigues him or her and look forward to traveling to that place.
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If you or somebody you know ever plans to travel, it is worth your time to read this blog post. Planning a vacation may not be that difficult, but you want to make sure that you don't forget any part of such an important process.
Prerequisites
Before you begin to plan your vacation, it is crucial that you have the materials to do so. Make sure you have a credit card, proper identification, a passport if necessary, and resources to use to plan your vacation. For example, you may want to do all your reservations for transportation and hotel bookings online. Nowadays, the internet makes everything so much more conveniant and is all in one place. Below are some websites that you may find helpful in starting your journey.
Steps to Planning to Travel Somewhere Spectacular
Below are just a few short tips to help simplify your planning process.
1. You must decide where you're headed to. Maybe your friends have recommendations, you might be going to visit relatives, maybe your city has a special going on for traveling directly to another city, or maybe you close your eyes and point to somewhere on the map and decide that's where you want to go!
2. Make sure you have your budget set before you get too far into planning. You will need to know the maximum amount you can spend on this trip, that way you still have money to spend while you are on vacation.
3. Decide when you will be going. How long will you be gone? Make sure in this process you think about requesting time off from work, or any obligations you may have. Give them plenty of notice. If children are going, tell their daycare providers, school teachers, or sports coaches. If you have pets at home, make sure to make appointments to board pets or have somebody that will be taking care of your little critters while you're gone. Also, make sure you remember to have somebody water the plants, mow the grass, get the mail (or have the mail stopped), and keep your doors locked-if applicable.
4. How will you get to your destination? Once you get there, how will you get to where you are staying? Once at your hotel, how will you get around the city you are in? Will you need bus passes, cab money, rental car, or thumbs for hitch-hiking? If you need a rental car, this is probably something you will want to arrange before you get to the city.
5. Where will you be staying while you are there? Making hotel reservations in advance is a MUST when traveling to another city. You never know what will be going on in that area, on that night, or how much room they have to accomodate guests. Will you stay in a hotel, a bed and breakfast, motor home, a tent, a cabin, or underneath the stars on your bare back?
6. Where will you go and what will you visit while you're there? Will you need tickets in advance to museums, plays, concerts, for scuba-diving, etc. Anything you might decide you want to do while you are there is important information to research before getting there. You want to make sure you go to the most qualified places with tour guides that will give you the most exciting experience.
7. Don't forget you have to eat while you're on vacation-this is one of the best and most tasty aspects of going on vacation! If you have small children, make sure you have plenty of extra cash for snacks throughout the day, or bring some of your own. The last thing you want is a crabby tot while you're touring Disney World. It is imporant to plan to have enough money for the most expensive meals possible, three times a day. You don't want to run out of money and not be able to eat or buy something neat if you see something you can't live without!
8. You may want to buy some souveneirs to resemble your vacation. Perhaps you need something to show your friends and family how much fun you had!
9. Before the time gets to close for deparature, you may want to make a list of things you are going to pack. Don't forget things like a camera, nausea medicine for the plane or car, heavy and light clothing- you never know what the weather will do, plenty of clothes to change in to, a bag to carry the things you will need for a day trip while you're there, lots of cash for tips, cab rides, and an afternoon snack. Making a list of things to pack before actually packing may help to eliminate items you would forget.
10. As the time approaches, check the weather for the area in which you are traveling to. It is nice to know ahead of time what kind of temperatures to expect.
11. Get plenty of sleep and eat a plentiful meal before taking off!
12. Have a WONDERFUL vacation! All your hard work in planning will soon be paid off.
Example of a Wonderful Vacation
I traveled to Ireland this past May, and it was probably the most amazing vacation I have been on yet. We went with a tour and had a tour guide the whole time, but there was still a lot to planning our vacation.
Tips
1. Things you may not think to bring:
- umbrella
- nausea medicine for the plane, bus rides, train rides, or boat rides
- small bag to carry for day trips; one that won't hurt your shoulder or back
- pack clothes in your carry-on bag in case you get stuck in the airport
- snacks for travel time
- copies of a passport if you're traveling outside this country
- pack light! save room for souveneirs
- extra batteries for camera or extra memory space
- jacket
- call your bank before you leave to let them know you will be using a debit card away from your hometown
2. Bring a lot of cash for tips for cab drivers, bus drivers, servers at restaraunts, etc.
3. Get plenty of rest before departure
4. Research entertainment opportunities before you get to your destination
Summary
These are just a few ideas I have for you to think about when planning a vacation. Depending on where you are headed, the planning process will be different every time. The main things are the most important to remember. Have enough money, book your means of travel, reserve hotel rooms, and pack your bags. As you plan more and more vacations over the years, you'll notice it becomes a profession! Have fun.
Ring Of Kerry
Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle
Top of Blarney Castle-looking out
A Leprechaun we met in Killarney
References
Photos from my friend Lorachelle's Facebook page Lorachelle's Pics
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