{"id":40828,"date":"2016-01-04T15:35:26","date_gmt":"2016-01-04T20:35:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wanderlust.com\/?p=40828"},"modified":"2017-12-11T15:15:39","modified_gmt":"2017-12-11T20:15:39","slug":"12-travel-tips-to-be-a-better-explorer-in-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderlust.com\/ja\/journal\/12-travel-tips-to-be-a-better-explorer-in-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Travel Tips to Be a Better Explorer in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderlust.com\/festivals\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-flat\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#82a9de;border-color:#6887b2;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#ffffff;padding:0px 30px;font-size:22px;line-height:44px;border-color:#a8c3e8;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;text-shadow:0px 0px 0px #ffffff;-moz-text-shadow:0px 0px 0px #ffffff;-webkit-text-shadow:0px 0px 0px #ffffff\"> Adventure to a Wanderlust Festival this year! <\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Attention victims of wanderlust: 2018 is just around the corner, and it\u2019s ready for your adventures. What mountains are you planning on climbing? Which country\u2019s cuisine are you dying to try? And who (if anyone) is coming with you?!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new year means a fresh slew of travel opportunities. This year, we suggest resolving to become a better travel ambassador. Whether you\u2019re looking for a few weekend getaways, or planning a\u00a0round-the-world exploration, these travel tips will help you bring out your best globetrotter.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Set an example by using your vacation days.<\/strong> For whatever reason, utilizing vacation days may seem like a weakness. Many of us want to look like hard workers, and so we don\u2019t take any time off. But \u201cvacation\u201d does not need to be a shameful word. If you feel guilty taking vacation, acknowledge the feelings but remind yourself that taking a break from work allows you to reenter a more relaxed and productive person. Also, the more we use our vacation days, the more we change the negative stigma associated with the word. Be the inspiration for your co-workers. Enjoy the downtime\u2014you\u2019ve likely earned it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Learn the language<\/strong>. If you\u2019re fortunate enough to engage in some international travel, prepare yourself for any language barriers you might experience. This doesn\u2019t mean you need to shell out a hefty wad of cash on softwares or time-consuming classes; simply make it a goal to learn key phrases. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.duolingo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Duolingo<\/a> is an amazing app that encourages 15-minute lessons on a daily basis. This not only makes your travels a bit easier, but it also illustrates respect for the country you\u2019re visiting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Unplug.<\/strong> It can be tempting to bring your electronics along for the ride, and it certainly comes in handy to have a GPS for foreign locations or an e-reader for lengthy flights. That being said, give yourself some space from technology. Enjoy the experience rather than documenting it; you don\u2019t always need a photo when you have the memories.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Embrace participatory and authentic adventures.<\/strong> It\u2019s easy to stay in the \u201cAmerican bubble\u201d as you engage on your travels, but don\u2019t be afraid of breaking out of your comfort zone. Try the local cuisine, or any activities unique to the culture. Eat off the food cart, or bike through the countryside. Each country (or state) offers its own special adventures, and experiencing a new culture often means trying something new.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Take less and travel light.<\/strong> Every single time I travel, I end up using less than I thought I would. When it comes to clothing, <a href=\"http:\/\/wanderlust.com\/journal\/what-to-wear-to-wander\/\">pack only the essentials<\/a>. It literally lightens your load, allowing for an increased sense of freedom as you savor your adventure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Leave your expectations behind.<\/strong> Stereotypes aren\u2019t just for people; many of us approach foreign countries with preconceived notions of how it should be or what it should look like. But some of the best things in life take us by surprise. Rather than hold expectations for your travels, <a href=\"http:\/\/wanderlust.com\/journal\/stay-curious-and-creative\/\">allow yourself to be open to the experience<\/a>. Embracing the unknown often leads to the some of the best memories. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Represent your hometown well<\/strong>. Let\u2019s change the \u201cugly American\u201d stereotype and start showing other countries our best selves. Express gratitude to the waitstaff of each restaurant, and be polite if you\u2019re having trouble with the language. In my experience, natives are happy to help if you treat them with proper respect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Be more patient with transportation.<\/strong> And on that note, let\u2019s not forget the kind folks working at the airport or train station. Delays and cancellations happen; it\u2019s a bummer, but it\u2019s by no means the end of a good time. If there\u2019s a bump in your travel plans, take a deep breath and continue to treat the staff with patience and compassion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Make friends with the locals.<\/strong> Websites like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/?gclid=Cj0KEQiAzai0BRCs2Yydo8yptuIBEiQAN3_lFvfWSI8L9LEWQmctgNFUepfCPhTBDbD6r8fSgwm_BuoaApF88P8HAQ&amp;dclid=CMjHxNr-kMoCFQwIDAodTxwOpA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AirBnB <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.couchsurfing.com\/dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">couchsurfing<\/a>\u00a0make it easy to get in touch with a country\u2019s residents. Meeting the locals can help introduce you to some of the best restaurants, museums, parks, and so much more. It\u2019s also fantastic to sit down and have a conversation with your hosts, as this allows for a healthy and fun exchange of cultures. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Be your own guide.<\/strong> When your friends find out that you\u2019re traveling, they may tell say, \u201cOh, you simply must do _______,\u201d or \u201cYour trip won\u2019t be complete without _____.\u201d While it doesn\u2019t hurt to investigate their suggestions, remember that <a href=\"http:\/\/wanderlust.com\/journal\/living-on-your-own-terms-by-your-own-rules\/\">it\u2019s your vacation<\/a>. You may prefer checking out the country\u2019s live music scene over the art museums, and that\u2019s totally OK. Don\u2019t be mad at yourself if you don\u2019t hit some of the tourist hotspots. After all, it\u2019s your time off, and you should enjoy it!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Don\u2019t brag<\/strong>. While it can be tempting to talk about your vacation for weeks after it\u2019s over, don\u2019t go overboard. Your friends might not be as lucky as you are when it comes to traveling, and you don\u2019t want to rub your adventures in anyone\u2019s face. If they ask, answer honestly and politely, but try to keep a humble attitude. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Never forget: traveling is a privilege.<\/strong> While everyone deserves a break every now and then, being able to afford to travel is a gift. As you embark on your adventures, find small ways to express gratitude. Thank a helpful stranger. Absorb the moment. And remember: when traveling, every experience is good for something.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy trails for the new year!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2014<\/p>\n<p><em>Amanda Kohr is a Wanderlust Editor, a writer. and photographer with a penchant for yoga, food, and travel. <\/em><em>\u00a0She prefers to bathe in the moonlight rather than the sun, and enjoys living in a state of the three C\u2019s: cozy, creative, and curious. When she\u2019s not writing, you can find her driving her VW Bug, looking for the next roadside attraction or family diner. She also roams the internet at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/amandakohr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">amandakohr.com<\/a>\u00a0and through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cozycaravan\/\">Instagram.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"jp-relatedposts\" class=\"jp-relatedposts\" data-exclude=\"39629\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From our wanderlusting hearts to yours, here are our top 12 travel tips for a successful year of exploring.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1494,"featured_media":40831,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1058],"tags":[1678,312,59],"class_list":["post-40828","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wander","tag-exploring","tag-travel-2","tag-wanderlust"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.0 (Yoast SEO v27.4) 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