HOW TO HELP YOURSELF AND A FRIEND WHEN YOU’RE TRAVELING

If you’re planning a trip during the winter break or starting to plan an adventure next year, here’s a few tips to keep in mind for yourself and to help your friends. Grab out Travel Kit with loads of checklists to plan your next trip.

How to help yourself when you’re traveling:

Ask friends for the best lodging, restaurants and places to see. Post your requests for suggestions on Facebook or other sites. You may get better recommendations than from travel guides.
Make a list of sites you want to visit at that destination, then arrange your itinerary by their geographic location so you’re traveling to places near each other.
Give yourself plenty of time to plan. It can take a lot of thought and work to figure out the right itinerary, especially if it’s a multi-day trip overseas.

How to help a friend who’s traveling:

Offer them a place to stay – or take them out to eat - if they’re in your city.
If you’re able, drive them around. Travelers are tired and won’t know the best routes.
Give them your favorite recommendations for best lodging, restaurants and places.