How to stay happy during tiring trips?

Going on a trip is more or less tiring from start to finish. From planning to coordinating, to arranging lodging and transportation; all these require much patience, time and energy. However, the payoff is absolutely great and we get to learn a lot; especially if it's a country with a completely different culture.

When going on a trip that drains us in more ways than one be it physically and mentally, it may discourage us from ever wanting to repeat the experience. This can motivate some out there to find a better alternative or a greater solution to avoid experiencing the previous troubles encountered whereas it can really discourage or put some off the idea of wanting to go on a trip ever again. So, here are a few ways we thought that could help keep us happy on tiring trips.

1. Take a step back and consider the main purpose of the trip

When we come across a hectic and demanding schedule of a trip, we can always choose to remind ourselves about the main objective or purpose of the trip. By reminding ourselves, we can increase the level of excitement and hype and remember why it is we are going through in order to achieve.

2. Have enough rest at the end of the day to recharge

Unwind before heading out for another day. Be sure to turn in early and not continue watching movies late into the night and risk getting panda eye bags the next day. It is also important to note

3. Plan accordingly

If we know that the trip is going to be extremely busy we can choose to prepare and pack in a certain way to take the load off our shoulders. Proper planning and preparation can ease our burden on the road and it would do well to decrease frustration and worry about trip essentials.

4. Treat yourself

When constantly having to trudge through the day without many rest stops, it can be draining on the body and mind. So if we happen to see a nice little shop or store that interests us, head on in and explore and take a break from the schedule.

With these tips, we hope that we can help some get better with handling tiresome fights. We too love to go on trips that are fulfilling and relaxing or at least not extremely busy. But it is completely up to the person what their objective for a trip is. That said, till next time; safe travels everyone!!

Songkran Do's and Don't:

Songkran is coming up soon in Thailand and everyone is buzzing with excitement. Songkran is a festival that is widely celebrated in Thailand where families reunite, annual house-cleaning and temple visits are done. The most famous aspect about this festival is that people splash others with water as a form of blessing. This has something to do with the origin of the gesture of humility and asking of blessings as fragrant water is poured on the hands of the elderly and Buddha statues at temples and at homes.

Another meaning behind the gesture, is that water is splashed on the other person in order to cleanse the body of any misfortunes of the past year and allow a fresh start to the new year. For those who have yet to experience Songkran, do be careful if you're travelling to Thailand somewhere before, between and after the 13^th to 15^th of April; as you may get drenched while walking out on the streets. Here are a couple of do's and don't when in Thailand during the Songkran festival.

DO's:

. Bring waterproof bags to store valuables

. Keep a close eye on personal belongings

. Prepare to get drenched or doused

. Bring an extra set of clothes for changing – in any case one gets wet

. Wish the locals a great new year with the phrase - “Sawasdee Pee Mai”

. Smile and have fun

. Do give alms and make merit (or just enjoy the festival if you're not a Buddhist)

. Be aware that traffic may be on a standstill due to the festivities

DON'Ts:

. Do not drive after drinking – Songkran is a celebration and people do tend to drink so do not expect every person to have the most polite of manners as not everyone can withstand that when they're drunk.

. Do not throw ice or dirty water – this is extremely rude

. Do not throw water at motorcyclists – prevent accidents from happening

. Do not splash water on any monks, babies or the elderly.

. Do not wear clothes that are too revealing – after getting wet, the clothes will expose everything so do dress conservatively to prevent embarrassing moments

With that said, we hope everyone who are going to Thailand to have plenty of fun and experience the Thai culture as much as possible. Till next time, Safe travels everyone!!