Comments on: 27 Golden Rules For Becoming a Master Traveler

By: Jared

Jared — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:03:05 +0000

Good one Matt!

On the topic of credit cards, Chase Sapphire is also one to consider. It does come with a reasonable annual fee (I believe $99) but it benefits two ways 1) double points on all travel related purchases 2) no overseas transaction fees. And it looks awesome – made from titanium or something cool like that!

I definitely agree on your recommendation to travel slow. People, myself included, always try to cram in everything (especially Americans as we get so few days off). But the stress levels definitely increase with the amount of places you try and visit. Choose a couple cities for a short trip or 1-2 countries for a longer sabbatical type trip and really immerse yourself. You’ll be so much happier during and will have a richer experience.

By: Jonny Jenkins

Jonny Jenkins — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 11:10:46 +0000

Wicked post… always nice to see that after almost a decade I’m on my way to becoming a master traveler… 😛 There’s certainly some great tips here that I’ll have to factor in still, but hey… it’s all a learning process, right?!

My personal favourite is telling people to always leave extra room in their backpack/suitcase… You never know when you might have to pack in five minutes to make a train, or help carry something for a friend. Or… I guess… have enough room to buy new things, but that of course can be a double-edged sword. 😛

By: Stavri

Stavri — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 14:03:24 +0000

Sounds silly but somehow label your photos of friends old & new when you get a chance. Sorting through boxes of physical prints from early travel & even more recent digital files, the names of people who I thought I’d always keep in touch with elude me. My experiences don’t fade but sometimes would like to be able to remember a name.

By: Victoria

Victoria — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 00:54:34 +0000

Nice one Matt, I’d say smile lots, experience the thrill and adventure of travelling solo, be up for new stuff and ignore everybody else and go where you like, do what you want and have a great time.
You never know. You might want to do it again!

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 28 Dec 2013 12:57:46 +0000

Travel slow is the best advice. I nearly burned out on travel early on trying to see everything. Better to see less and enjoy it more. And get rest! Great tips.

By: Shiva Kumar

Shiva Kumar — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 19:47:47 +0000

Indeed golden rules. One rule I myself experienced a lot is ‘Travel slow’. Trying to visit as much as possible, put lot of undue pressure on travel plans. I had to postpone entire schedule once. Take enough rest in between and travel slow.

By: NomadicMatt

NomadicMatt — Mon, 25 Nov 2013 15:47:12 +0000

In reply to Marie. It depends on the country you are in. In many countries, the tap water is fine. In many countries, the tap water is not fine.

By: Marie

Marie — Sat, 16 Nov 2013 01:48:04 +0000

I’m overseas right now and I agree with everything but one…”Get a metal bottle and drink the tap water.” Never drink the tap water. I had Amoebic Dysentry once so I know. Get a bottle and fill it with filtered water.

By: Simeon Clinton

Simeon Clinton — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 18:19:12 +0000

I see that advantages of trip protection insurance every day. I do vacation rentals on South Padre Island. Many of our vacationing families are multi-generational with elderly parents and young children. Children get sick or injured all of the time and the family is able to cancel their vacation and get a full refund. Senior citizens frequently have medical issues and will have to cancel or delay their travel. If you have children or elderly parents I think it is very wise to consider this protection.

By: Tyler Muse

Tyler Muse — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 21:20:55 +0000

These tips are golden! I’m definitely keeping this in mind when I take my next trip, if only to remind myself before making a decision that could lead to a lackluster day. Might be a good idea to try at least 5 steps each day and see if it makes a difference. Great article.