The saying goes: “Travel makes you richer than anything else you buy”.. And, if traveling is so good, trips with friends are even better: surrounded by people you like, the stories, photos and even setbacks become even more unforgettable.
But to ensure that the dream doesn’t turn into a headache, you need to keep an eye on some details, which can make all the difference. Check out the tips below and plan to enjoy the trip in the best possible way:
1. Pay attention to the schedules
Make sure everyone is booked on the same flights and connections, and when checking in at the airport, try to arrive at the same time. Thus, there is no risk of someone falling behind and missing the trip.
2. Align expectations
It is always important to understand the personality of the friends you are traveling with, and what each one expects from the trip. So ask some questions so that no one is caught by surprise. How much money does each intend to take? Is the purpose of the trip to be quieter or more hectic? Where does everyone prefer to stay? It is important to leave everything explained to avoid misunderstandings.
3. Make plans, but know that unforeseen events happen
When you travel with a lot of friends, it’s ideal to make a pre-script, so that everything doesn’t have to be decided at the last minute. But, if you and your friends had planned a visit to a park precisely on the day that the rain decided to show up, don’t worry: make a plan B and visit another place that wasn’t in the plans.
4. Learn to separate from friends
If everyone decided to go clubbing just on the day you were wanting to try an Italian restaurant, it’s okay for the group to split up. It’s even better to go to the restaurant alone than to have to go somewhere else against your will. Each one goes to one side, and, the next day, the group meets again.
5. Invest in travel insurance
This tip is valid for you and all your friends. After all, although the purpose of traveling is to have fun and make the most of it, unforeseen events can happen, and no one wants to have a trip jeopardized because of them. So that everyone can travel with peace of mind, hire a plan that is good for everyone. The investment is low, and the guarantee of being protected is priceless.
6. Detach from the cell phone
This is the time to enjoy a new place with loved ones. If you worry about sharing everything that happens on social networks in real time, you will end up not enjoying the person next to you. Therefore, detach yourself from your cell phone during these times to make the most of your time with friends and discover new places.
7. Share the expenses
So that no friend spends more than the other, it’s important to have control of how much is being spent by each one, especially when closing accounts like restaurants and taxis. For this, you have a few options: make a common expenses fund, pay everything on time, or look for an application that does the calculations and divisions.