It doesn’t matter where you go, planning is key to make the trip the best it can be. You will have a much better trip by using the following advice.

If you have to buy a camera for your trip, think carefully before you buy. If you are going backpacking, you shouldn’t have one with a rechargeable battery. Many people find point and shoot cameras are best to use while traveling.

Tip the staff at the hotel appropriately when you are staying at a hotel. People generally recommend a buck per bag for the bellhop and $2-5 per day for the maid. Doing so will ensure that you have a nice relationship with both during your hotel stay.

Rush Hour

Try avoiding rush hour when on your road trip. If it’s not possible to avoid rush hour, stop for a restaurant break during rush hour. Use this time to get …