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ThunderousThylacine

how do you really plan a trip to a new country?

Last week, I spent hours trying to figure out the best way to plan my trip to Bogota, Colombia. You’d think with all the travel blogs and apps out there, it’d be easy, but honestly, I just ended up with a headache and a dozen open tabs. I tried TripAdvisor, but half the reviews seemed fake, and Google Maps sent me to a coffee shop that closed two years ago! I even downloaded a couple of travel apps, but they wanted me to pay for basic info. I want to know how other folks my age actually get reliable info before visiting a new country. Do you trust recommendations from Facebook groups, or do you have a go-to website that never lets you down? Maybe you’ve got a favorite guidebook that’s never steered you wrong? I’m especially interested in the little details—like which neighborhoods are safe to stay in, or where to find the best local food that isn’t just for tourists. It’s tough to tell what’s real and what’s just hype online these days. Sometimes I feel like I spend more time researching than actually enjoying the trip! If you’ve cracked the code, I’d love to hear how you do it. Planning shouldn’t be this stressful, right? #travelplanning #over50travel #realadvice #Travel

how do you really plan a trip to a new country?
TropicalTornado

what travel gadget do you actually use again and again?

I’m finally packing my bags for a trip back to India after more than two and a half years—can you believe it? I’ve been digging through my drawers, trying to remember what I actually used last time and what just took up space. Sure, I’ll bring the usual power bank and charger, but I’m really wondering: what’s that one travel accessory you actually end up using every single time? Last time, I brought one of those fancy neck pillows everyone raves about, but honestly, it just got in the way. Meanwhile, my old zippered pouch for documents saved me at least three times. It’s funny how the things you think are essential end up being useless, and the simple stuff becomes a lifesaver. So, for those of you who travel often or have done long trips recently, what’s the one thing you’re always glad you packed? Not the obvious stuff, but the underrated item that makes you think, “Thank goodness I brought this!” And, have you ever packed something everyone recommends, only to find it’s a total waste of space? I’d love to hear your stories and maybe avoid making the same mistakes! #travelhacks #packingessentials #travelstories #over50travel #realadvice #Travel

what travel gadget do you actually use again and again?
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