When you book a vacation, it is so that you can escape the stress of day to day life, not because you can trade them for new problems. Unplanned events can very quickly ruin your vacation. Here are a few Orlando vacation tips to help make your vacation is stress free and memorable.
Take the pressure off
Ever felt like you put too much effort into making something good and ended up with the exact opposite? When you have a hectic work schedule, you will get just a few days off for your vacation. If you try to fit too much into these few days, you are going to end up overdoing it and you won't be able to enjoy yourself. Sometimes, the best memories you will have while on vacation are the ones that were unexpected.
For example: an amazing meal to remember, some good conversations at the bar and wonderful people that you met and spent time with. That is what you should look forward too.
Keep the itinerary flexible
There are many unplanned events which could end up eating a lot of your vacation time. You wouldn't want a slight snooze, delayed flight or cancelled tour to throw you off your game. Try planning activities for some days but leave other days free. When your schedule is flexible, you are not going to try to complete everything on the list. You could relax at a cafe, explore a hidden street, etc. You should enjoy your down time. That is why you went on vacation.
Goals for your trip
When you travel with family or friends, a trip can very quickly become exhaustive. This is because each person would have their own set of priorities. Some might want to visit the beach while others might want to explore the downtown area.
What if your friends are looking forward to a party weekend and all you want are spa days and bubble baths? It is important to speak with everyone in your travel group in advance and set collective goals. What is the main part of your vacation? This will help you avoid awkward moments when you learn that your expectations are different from theirs.
Research in advance
It is always a fabulous idea to conduct sufficient research in advance. You need to find out as much as possible about your destination. Look into restaurant options, transportation, visa requirements, and so on. The more you know, the better it is.
Only pack the essentials
We have all been guilty of over packing for vacations. But when you carry too much luggage, travel might become unnecessarily complicated. Simple things like going to and returning from the airport, checking into a hotel, claiming your baggage, and so on becomes far more difficult. Keep your clothing choices simple and pack only the necessities and nothing else.
This certainly is easier said than done but there are a few things which you can leave behind. Leave the blow-dryer at home. Do not pack heels if you don't see an opportunity to wear them. Carry the things you will need on a daily basis. It is always better to have light luggage which can be carried around easily. Especially in the summer time!
Martin Wynn
