(Second of three parts)

I- Insurance helps. If you love to travel but unfamiliar of the destination, insure yourself. It is better to be prepared than to be sorry. If a travel insurance is too heavy, a health insurance coverage will get the job done.

J- Jot down. If you are not that mental and a bit amnesiac, one must put in writing important things. You must never forget the number of bags, the cash on hand and those oh-so important documents.

K- Kilo Allowance. Be mindful of the allowable carried baggage and guesstimate the weight before departure. Travel light, pack easy and have rooms for pasalubong. If you will exceed the allowed baggage, you might end up paying more than the actual price of your promo ticket.

L-Loosen up. Expect that there will be glitches, both minor and major, along the way. Stay calm and never lose your composure. The trick is to do one thing at a time and never be too hard to yourself.

M- Master the art of budgeting. Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean traveling sans beautiful memories. Maximize hotel freebies, eat all-out on buffets and haggle reasonably. The best things in life are free, this holds true even in vacation.

N- Nightlife jamming. Whether you are a party animal or meek as a lamb, enjoy the nightlife whatever way you like. I am pretty sure there will be an exact place for you under the stars. Whatever happens though, just leave it wherever it happens.

O- Outfit perfect for the trip. As important as it seems, a get-up is not the be-all and end-all of your vacation.  I know someone who didn’t pursue a vacation just because of wardrobe shortage and ended up frustrated. Just pack suitable and easy-to-wear set of clothes and never forget to bring extra underwear. You will never know when you need them.

P- Promo Fares. From time to time, air fares are on sale. Online booking can be a little bit tricky and one must muster incredible patience in getting this job done. I must admit, promo fares really help especially for budget travelers like me.  The money you save in airfare can be used for activities, right?

to be continued...