Friday, April 20, 2007

Carrie-Anne's Guide to Top Drawer Traveling.....


Let's recap what we've learned so far, shall we? ...

Lesson #1: Do not pack four bags if you'll be carrying them around by yourself. (That's what men are for...so make sure you have some with you.) Or, travel with hippies. They might be able to shame you into not packing so many things, and don't expect them to help you carry anything heavy.

Lesson #2: Check the weather where you are going and be prepared. Or, listen to your father when he checks the weather where you are going and tells you it's going to be cold and rainy.

Lesson #3: If you are traveling by plane, see if the airline has a baggage weight limit. Be aware of how much your suitcase weighs and the fact that charges may apply if it weighs too much. (I believe the weight limit for Ryanair was 20 kilos). This is important because you don't want to anger the airline employee behind the counter with such annoying phrases as, "What?!" or "That's ridiculous!" or "So what am I supposed to do?" or especially "Can you please help me?". They don't care. This is why it's cheap to fly with them.

Lesson #4: Keep a notebook and pen with you at all times. Every day write the date, and jot down names of places you go, what you eat, things you see, words or phrases you learn, etc. You don't have to make a full journal entry, just note the date and make a short list. You'll think certain things will be too important or too awesome to ever forget, but you will. Actually, go get some paper and write this down right now because it's too important and you'll forget...go ahead...go write it down!!

I will update the guide as needed so stay tuned...and happy traveling!!!

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