Advice for the Journey

from a fellow traveller

1/. Travel light.

Always remember that you can only depend on yourself to carry your stuff. If you need help with what you've got, reconsider what you're carrying.
Two small bags are better than one big one. One small one is best of all.
You may find that you need to leave where you are in a hurry. Make sure you know where everything is.
Pick and choose beforehand, to save last-minute stress. Don't change your mind.
Don't be afraid to leave stuff behind. Sometimes you've no choice.
Don't carry non-essentials. If you can get it where you're going, why take it with you?
Take something to write, in preference to something to read. And then write.

2/. Keep others in mind.

Take care not to upset your fellow travellers without reason. This is just courtesy.
Don't be afraid to apologise. Remember not to do it again.
If someone upsets you, just move on. Not everyone is like that.
If you need a hand, don't be afraid to ask. Don't be afraid to help those who ask you.
Remember the people who help you. You might be able to help them in ways they haven't considered.
Take everything personally. Use it to learn.
Don't make assumptions about the people around you. Ask questions.

3/. Keep your eyes ahead.

If you're driving, keep your eyes on the road. If you're not, go with the flow.
Have an idea of where you're going. If you end up somewhere else, at least you'll know.
Get plenty of sleep whenever you can. Stay alert otherwise.
Don't be afraid to ask for directions. Don't be afraid to dead-reckon if you have to.
Look out for the unexpected. When it happens, get as much out of it as you can.
Look at what's around you. Appreciate your surroundings.
Remember you're still travelling, even during the last stages of your trip. Don't get lost in thoughts of your destination until you're there.

4/. Drink lots of water.

And Remember - you're on holiday. Enjoy yourself.