Best Travel Hacks for 2023
Getting ready for your European adventure? Here are my Best Travel Hacks for 2023!
It’s a new year filled with new adventures! No matter where you’re visiting in Europe tips and tricks to make the most of your experience is always appreciated. Here are my Best Travel Hacks for 2023!
Google Fi
Say hello to your new phone bestie! Does your current cell phone provider charge astronomical rates for international service? Think about getting a Google Fi phone instead.
Offering 5G speed nationwide, including coverage in over 200 destinations worldwide, Google Fi offers plans as low as $20.00 per month, and the ability to bring your own phone or purchase a new smartphone for as low as $99.00.
Save hundreds on your phone bill and be able to utilize your phone on the go with Google Fi. You won’t regret it!
Set Up Price Alerts for Flights
Good things come to those who wait, especially those who are more flexible with their travel time. Setting up price alerts for certain destinations, flight patterns, or times of the year can help you save hundreds on your international flights! My favorite flight finder? Say hello to Google Flights.
This easy-to-use flight finder gives you fantastic options for domestic and international flights. Plus, you can narrow down flight options by airline, stops, price, and even emissions! Save a date range and get automatic updates when prices increase or decrease. Check out my blog post about how best to utilize Google Flights by clicking here!
Travel During “Shoulder Season”
Shoulder Season describes the time of year between peak and offseason for a destination. This can vary depending on where you’re visiting, but traveling during the shoulder season offers a wide variety of savings and experiences to take advantage of!
Travelers can save upwards of 23% on everything from flights to accommodations when traveling during the shoulder season. Restaurant reservations are easier to come by and activities often have smaller groups of tourists allowing a more personalized experience. The weather is typically milder, and overall your trip can feel much more relaxed and stress-free.
Use Compression Cubes When Packing
Compression cubes are a lifesaver, no ifs, ands, or buts! Are you a notorious over-packer who simply can’t go without? Compression cubes allow you to not only stay organized but make room for those extra must-haves on your list.
I recommend using packing cubes as follows:
1 - Pants + Bottoms
2 - Dresses + Tops
3 - Makeup
4 - Toiletries
Compression packing cubes are what allow me to only travel with a carry-on and I can’t recommend them enough. I love the Gonex Compression Packing Cubes which you can purchase by clicking here!
Download the Google Translate App
Don’t let language be a barrier when communicating while traveling or trying to figure out what’s around you. Instead, make it easier on yourself and download the Google Translate App!
Google Translate works off Wifi so no matter where you are you can feel more confident in your surroundings. Translate from 88 languages to over 100 languages, allow the app to automatically detect the language you’re trying to translate, or simply take a photo of a sign or text and watch it translate into the language of your choice. It’s simple, easy, and such a lifesaver!
Interested in more travel tips? Check out my packing tips blog post by clicking here! Ready to plan your next adventure? For The Story Vacations is now accepting trips for May 2023 and beyond! Schedule your complimentary phone consultation by clicking here. Chat soon!