subject: A Reduced Price Vacation Fit For Everyone [print this page] A travel agent can help you plan your first trip abroad. Excitement can get the better of some when talking to an agent thus leaving those needed information aside. Some valuable tips will be shared for those traveling for the first time and who are budget conscious.
Often times there are those aggressive drivers outside the airport with their vehicles just ready to take you where you need to go.
A regular taxi will charge you less so take that instead. Regular airport coach will only charge one dollar in most places so this is a suitable option as well.
When you arrive, make sure to change around 5 to 10 dollars to local currency for your necessary expense before you reach your hotel. Be familiar with the rate your hotel is giving you and what the inclusions are.
Asking the rate will prove that you were given the correct one prior to your trip by your agent. From convert tickets to store openings the concierge will always be ready to advise you. You cannot overlook a concierge when he is able to make all your requests happen.
The result of converting all your money to the local currency is excess local cash that you will not know how to spend in the end.
In a foreign land, do not take chances, convert money through the back or certified money changers. Be alert at all times with the current exchange rate and be observant of any anomalies.
Never fell constrained into paying or tipping the bellboys for the service he is giving you. A rotation system is strictly followed by the bellboys so never is it just one person serving you.
To avoid any inconvenience to you and the hotel settle all your payments a few hours before you plan to check out. The time will allow you to look through your statements and correct possible errors at the same time get enough cash to pay for it.
It is ideal that you reserve a selfdrive car in advance and take not that gas is at your own expense. Dining in top restaurants will also require you to get a table in advance.
You may be saddened if you are unable to reserve. The empty tables are a sign that many have also reserved prior and there is nothing management can do. At most restaurants, large and small, a service charge ranging from 10 to 15 per cent is usually added to your bill.
It is not uncommon for most Americans to over tip. You can always get ordinary house wine if their selection does not fit your budget or the waiter can help you pick on that agrees with your taste and your wallet.
Not uncommon are wine stewards who after aiding you with your queries ask for a minor prize after you leave.
