The genius travel hacks you’ve (probably) never heard of!

While we like to imagine travelling to be a seamlessly enjoyable experience freeing us from the dullness of domesticity, there are always ways to improve even the most unavoidable annoyances!

Flight delays, packing dilemmas, language barriers, etc. While they rarely ruin the getaway, they can certainly detract from the experience, and it’s within our interest to minimise these concerns so we can spend less time faffing and more time having fun!

So, here is a list of unique (yet potentially genius) travel hacks that could streamline your experience:

 

• Try a shirt like this if you don’t speak the language!

While taking time to try and learn the local language would be beneficial, it’s not always possible to retain the specific information you need. Besides, difficulty in pronunciation or comprehension may make the entire process quite confusing.

To eradicate any unwanted floundering, why not wear one of these t-shirts showing a range of symbols depicting services and information that are tantamount while travelling? Simply point to the required service, as illustrated, and it’s more than likely a local can assist you.

Of course, you don’t need this t-shirt exactly, and some symbols may seem irrelevant – it’s likely you won’t be able to negotiate world peace, but there’s nothing stopping you from designing your own!

 

• Take a virtual walk around a city before you arrive.

You may have seen pictures and videos and heard first-hand accounts from fellow travellers, but it’s hard to get a feel for a place if you’re only seeing its highlights. Most of the media you see regarding a location can be enhanced, augmented or generally cherry-picked for perfection.

Websites like virtualvacation.us allow you to walk, drive or fly over your city of choice from the comfort of your home, granting you an authentic and unpolished vision of the experience. Hear the sounds and see the sights as you witness the minutiae of daily life played out before your eyes, ultimately giving you a better sense of its character and what to expect. This is never a replacement for the real first hand experience, but it is fun to get a pretty preview before arriving in a new land.

                           

• Get yourself an electronic organisation kit!

It may sound simple but all those who have one swear by it – it’s a life saver! Electronics including cables, earphones, chargers and the like can become a tangly and unkempt mess very quickly while in transit, not to mention getting lost amongst the debris of clothes and belongings. With an organisation kit you can nip this issue in the bud.

Simply assemble all of your electronic bits in this handy and efficient pouch and be done with the hassle.

 

• Track border status and health requirements for all countries.

Choosing where to vacate is difficult at the best of times – but as we navigate the tail-end of a global pandemic, its complications invariably increase. Is your desired location even open for travel? And if it is, what are the entry requirements?

Luckily, with a service such as borderless.safetywing.com you can hover over a country and instantly find out its status as a potential travel destination, and a simple click reveals all the detailed information you need to make an informed decision.

• Get a BevLedge!

Have you ever needed more room at your window seat during a flight? Does your tray table quickly become over-encumbered leaving you desperate for a modicum of space? BevLedge has you covered! Simply slide it into the window shade-slot of almost any commercial aircraft and enjoy the benefits of multiple beverage holders, spots for phones, writing utensils, eyewear and more.

For the frequent flier, this is a must-have accessory that will save you a lot of frustration!

 

• Packing cubes; no deluge.

Does lumbering around suitcases engorged with crinkled clothing become tedious and straining? Or maybe you simply want to organise your items so you don’t have to uproot your entire wardrobe to find that one nice shirt…

Either way, packing cubes are a wise investment! These convenient little space-savers allow you to categorise your belongings efficiently and intuitively, eradicating the confused kerfuffle that can typify the unpacking process.

Moreover, they function to compress your belongings into a compact yet malleable shape, assisting ease of transport and mobility throughout your journey – and beyond!

Equipped with these innovative travel hacks, you can ensure that your vacationing experience will be smooth sailing and worry-free – leaving less time to stress and more time to enjoy!

Of course, the very best hack of all is to ensure you book your adventure travel through an established and reputable travel provider like Odyssey World.  Having a destination specialist and travel advisor to coordinate constantly changing border requirements and flight schedules has been more valuable than ever this year.  Save money, sanity and oodles of time by working with the experts, so you can get ready to focus on what you do best – exploring the world like a boss!