1. Pack lightly
You heard me. Only pack what you need. Do you really need your entire hair care kit? Probably not. I would suggest bringing a brush, a container of scrunchies and bobby pins, and maybe your flat/curling iron.
2. Show your interest in others' culture/history
For international travelers, this would mean trying to speak the native language and asking about what people in that country do. I have found that people are much more open to conversation if you aren't just trying to force English on them or comparing your culture to theirs. Buy a book on basic conversational language. Ask them about the significance of their monuments.
For people just going to see family, this means showing interest in your family's history. What did Grandma do as a child? What was Christmas like for her? You can learn a lot if you chat with your elders instead of just watching TV all day.
3. Put the electronic devices away
How are you supposed to learn about someone else's culture or spend time with family if you're just staring at a screen all day? There is more to life than Candy Crush.
4. Be optimistic
You're not going to be happy with your vacation if you're just looking at the negative aspects. What I like doing is finding at least one good thing about your day. That way, instead of thinking about all the bad things that happened that day, you can say, "Well, if nothing else, I enjoyed this."
That should be about it for now. Maybe I'll put together some more traveling tips soon, if you guys would like me to. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season! Remember to have fun!
"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path."
Psalm 119:105
~Rivendell
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