Travel Tips


STUDY your damn map. 
It's inevitable that you're going to look like a complete tourist when you stroll up into a new city, especially if you're unfamiliar with the language. The best possible way to handle this is to know where you are, where you're going, and the top 3 routes to your destination before you arrive. 

*Please be aware that things like floods, mobs, street parties, and bull running can drastically alter your chosen route. Have others in mind. 

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On the subject of knowing the streets, DON'T ever rely on a cab driver to know where you're headed. I've been in multiple situations in which the cabbie pretends to know the address, drives past it, backs up, goes around the block, stops for some crisps and ciggies, then finally finds the destination. And guess what, you have to pay the full fare! Please have a map handy so you can help him and your wallet out.

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Top 3 Signs of a Dangerous Cabbie:
  • Eating or drinking while driving
  •  Too big for their seat
  • Aggression

KNOW where the good currency exchange stores are. Airports will generally charge a steep rate for exchanging money. It's much more affordable to find a store in town or a bank that will charge less. 

If traveling within a city, FIND OUT if locals actually use the Metro for transportation before purchasing a multi-day pass. Some cities have great transit systems, while you wouldn't want to be caught dead in others. Get the scoop on transportation before throwing yourself in the lion's den.



If you come across someone like this, BE very happy with your life.

EAT as much exotic food as possible. Whatever anyone offers (unless it still has teeth), you should put it in your mouth. You might only be in that part of the world once! Get messy with it!

 Source: FoodLava.com
See those teeth!? It's totally O.K. to turn these guys down.