Road trip tips, at your destination and it's all in your attitude
Road trips
When travelling with children across Canada like we do, I put together small surprise bags to give to each child each time we enter a new province. There are items like a snack, travel game, and just nik naks. This keeps them excited and happy to continue driving and saves me from: "Are we there yet?"
Anna Okashimo, Toronto
Take a side road every once in a while to discover new and exciting vistas. You can capture the real flavour of an area by visiting its small towns and villages.
Fran Schwitek, Ashern, Mba.
Take two or three dampened facecloths sealed separately in plastic baggies. They come in handy for a quick hand wash, if something spills or for a quick refreshing face wash after hours on the road. I also bring my own trash bags so as to never litter along the highway. One more tip: when getting my suitcases ready I roll, rather than fold, my slacks or jeans to take up less space and they stay relatively wrinkle-free.
Lillian Arsenault, Petawawa, Ont.
When travelling with children across Canada like we do, I put together small surprise bags to give to each child each time we enter a new province. There are items like a snack, travel game, and just nik naks. This keeps them excited and happy to continue driving and saves me from: "Are we there yet?"
Anna Okashimo, Toronto
Take a side road every once in a while to discover new and exciting vistas. You can capture the real flavour of an area by visiting its small towns and villages.
Fran Schwitek, Ashern, Mba.
Take two or three dampened facecloths sealed separately in plastic baggies. They come in handy for a quick hand wash, if something spills or for a quick refreshing face wash after hours on the road. I also bring my own trash bags so as to never litter along the highway. One more tip: when getting my suitcases ready I roll, rather than fold, my slacks or jeans to take up less space and they stay relatively wrinkle-free.
Lillian Arsenault, Petawawa, Ont.
At your destination
I carry a set of postcards of my hometown, Vancouver, to share with people I meet, from cab drivers to other travellers. It's a great way to share the beauty of where I am from and to dispel misconceptions about the Great White North.
Lory Johnston, Burnaby, B.C.
If single and visiting a new city alone, a cost effective way to see the sights is to Google the city's tourism website and download a free mp3 or podcast for a walking tour. A map with locations and stops will also be available. Take your time to see and learn about a city's history, buildings, architecture -- stop when you want and save money on expensive group tours.
Delon Pereira, North York, Ont.
Learn a few key phrases in the language of the country you are visiting. It will open doors for you in unimaginable ways, even if your pronunciation or grammar are not quite right.
Jennifer Verellen, Mississauga, Ont.
Bring a good attitude
No matter where you go, always remember that it is the locals's home and we are the visitors. If a person maintains an attitude of respect for the country and people of the place they are travel to, it always makes the trip a success.
Morris Elfenbaum, Regina
Start off with a well-rounded expectation that you will have fun no matter what the travel situations bring. Take your patience with you, bring a book or some other stress-relieving habit along with you. Have fun and enjoy.
Debra Halligan, Winnipeg
Stop and smell the roses. The destination is always important, but sometimes it's the places you see along the way that are most memorable.
Sarah Bater, North Battleford, Sask.
Be flexible. Sometimes even the best planned trip doesn't work out exactly as planned. Don't let something unexpected ruin your trip.
Linda Arsenault, Maidstone, Sask.
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I carry a set of postcards of my hometown, Vancouver, to share with people I meet, from cab drivers to other travellers. It's a great way to share the beauty of where I am from and to dispel misconceptions about the Great White North.
Lory Johnston, Burnaby, B.C.
If single and visiting a new city alone, a cost effective way to see the sights is to Google the city's tourism website and download a free mp3 or podcast for a walking tour. A map with locations and stops will also be available. Take your time to see and learn about a city's history, buildings, architecture -- stop when you want and save money on expensive group tours.
Delon Pereira, North York, Ont.
Learn a few key phrases in the language of the country you are visiting. It will open doors for you in unimaginable ways, even if your pronunciation or grammar are not quite right.
Jennifer Verellen, Mississauga, Ont.
Bring a good attitude
No matter where you go, always remember that it is the locals's home and we are the visitors. If a person maintains an attitude of respect for the country and people of the place they are travel to, it always makes the trip a success.
Morris Elfenbaum, Regina
Start off with a well-rounded expectation that you will have fun no matter what the travel situations bring. Take your patience with you, bring a book or some other stress-relieving habit along with you. Have fun and enjoy.
Debra Halligan, Winnipeg
Stop and smell the roses. The destination is always important, but sometimes it's the places you see along the way that are most memorable.
Sarah Bater, North Battleford, Sask.
Be flexible. Sometimes even the best planned trip doesn't work out exactly as planned. Don't let something unexpected ruin your trip.
Linda Arsenault, Maidstone, Sask.
What's your best travel tip? Click the microphone icon to share your feedback.
Ever wonder about giving gratuities while you're away? Check out 14 tipping tips for your next trip.
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