Travel Better By Not Planning Ahead
There?s only so much time for travel in a year. Some people try to make the most of it by planning every step of the journey. Other people prefer the open road without any schedule at all. When a person travels from place to place, they can either come up with a strict itinerary, or they can just pick a direction and go with it. The question then becomes: which one is the best for you?
When you don?t have a final destination in mind, things can get out of hand. This isn?t a travel method for everyone. A lot of things can go wrong while you?re out on your own, and that?s why so many people are far more comfortable when they have a set itinerary they can follow.
However, there is a certain sense of adventure that can be missed when every step of a journey is planned out in excruciating detail. Sometimes it?s the unexpected things that can be the most memorable.
When you do decide to travel without any set plans you need to be able to deal with the various obstacles that might crop up. You could end up driving from hotel to hotel, only to find they are all full. Or you might waste entire days wandering around a city because you can?t find anything interesting. When you only have a certain amount of time for a vacation, many people don?t want to spend a whole day just moving from place to place.
The good news, however, is that when you don?t have a specific itinerary then you can take all the time you want, and maybe, just maybe, getting lost in an unknown city can lead you into some surprising experiences. Road tripping this way can create some completely new experiences.
For example, if you travel more spontaneously you simply pick a direction and start going. Different cities and states have a wide range of landmarks and tourist attractions; some more well known than others. The only way to find them is to take your time and explore and see what they have to offer. If nothing catches your eye, you can just keep moving.
Not everyone will want to travel this way. In order to do it successfully you will have to strictly budget your trip as you go. If you run out of money on the road you?re going to be in a lot of trouble. Suddenly going home, feeding yourself, and finding lodgings will be next to impossible. Living off the land looks fun in the movies, but it?s more difficult than it looks.
Travelling without travel plans gives you the chance to be spontaneous and discover some exciting possibilities. In order to get the most out of your trip, though, you have to be able to control your spending and look for opportunities where you normally wouldn?t.
When you don?t have a final destination in mind, things can get out of hand. This isn?t a travel method for everyone. A lot of things can go wrong while you?re out on your own, and that?s why so many people are far more comfortable when they have a set itinerary they can follow.
However, there is a certain sense of adventure that can be missed when every step of a journey is planned out in excruciating detail. Sometimes it?s the unexpected things that can be the most memorable.
When you do decide to travel without any set plans you need to be able to deal with the various obstacles that might crop up. You could end up driving from hotel to hotel, only to find they are all full. Or you might waste entire days wandering around a city because you can?t find anything interesting. When you only have a certain amount of time for a vacation, many people don?t want to spend a whole day just moving from place to place.
The good news, however, is that when you don?t have a specific itinerary then you can take all the time you want, and maybe, just maybe, getting lost in an unknown city can lead you into some surprising experiences. Road tripping this way can create some completely new experiences.
For example, if you travel more spontaneously you simply pick a direction and start going. Different cities and states have a wide range of landmarks and tourist attractions; some more well known than others. The only way to find them is to take your time and explore and see what they have to offer. If nothing catches your eye, you can just keep moving.
Not everyone will want to travel this way. In order to do it successfully you will have to strictly budget your trip as you go. If you run out of money on the road you?re going to be in a lot of trouble. Suddenly going home, feeding yourself, and finding lodgings will be next to impossible. Living off the land looks fun in the movies, but it?s more difficult than it looks.
Travelling without travel plans gives you the chance to be spontaneous and discover some exciting possibilities. In order to get the most out of your trip, though, you have to be able to control your spending and look for opportunities where you normally wouldn?t.
About the Author:
Magnus Lilliputt writes and speaks publicly about travel planning and vacationing without the crutch of an itinerary as a way to have the best travel experience possible.
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