Why Smarter Travelers Follow The Online Conversation
Matt Long's approach to travel is a little unusual. On his blog, LandLopers.com, he writes about the most comfortable way to get there, and not necessarily the cheapest. "I call it luxury adventure travel," he says. "It's amazing experiences coupled with comfortable surroundings." Long is also like the rest of us -- he has a significant other, three dogs and a house in the suburbs. Last year, he left his job as a DC lobbyist to pursue travel blogging full-time and now consults with several companies on social media and blogging.
What makes him the world's smartest traveler? Other than that he has one of the most influential travel blogs? It's his level-headed approach to travel budgeting. "Everyone always asks me how to get the best deals," he says, "but the answer is right in front of them. Through the noise of social media those bargains can sometimes be missed, but they’re there if you know where to look." It's as easy as following your favorite airline, hotel or cruise line on Twitter. Those companies regularly broadcast special offers to their followers. He also suggest following the online chatter about travel -- Twitter "chats" that can be found through hashtags -- #TTOT, #TNI and #TripItChat -- "are a great way to get ideas for future travel as well as tips on how to save money," he says.
The World's Smartest Traveler is a weekly series about the visionaries who inspire us to travel smarter. Its curator, Christopher Elliott, is the author of the upcoming book, How to Be The World's Smartest Traveler (National Geographic Books). Want to nominate someone for this feature? Send Chris a note.
Partner at London Theatre Breaks
11 å¹´People ask me how to get deals on theatre tickets all the time. It's easy really and it is the same across all travel: ask yourself why companies or attractions or destinations would offer deals and armed with that answer you are halfway there. For example, in London's theatreland, deals are offered when shows are opening (to spread the word), when going to the theatre is less popular (because it is too nice outside or the tourists are going elsewhere), last minute (cos the seats will be empty otherwise) or when staying up late is a bit of a pain (on a school nite).
Lead Instructor: Firearms | Emergency Medical | Active Shooter
11 å¹´provide relevant content and engage them into conversation on your blog or social sites. In order to grow your small business you need to review your marketing campaign and your goals to reach.
Director at Animal Aunts Ltd
11 å¹´Travel Tip: don't forget to book your Animal Aunt!
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11 å¹´I've lived in 10 countries and have visited over 40. This year am planning to stay in another four. It's not about travelling smart - it's about living smart. If you create a lifestyle, that doesn't follow basic crowd rules, you can do any kind of travel at any time. There is nothing worse than trying to squeeze a good deal into the only 3 week-holiday a year.
Founder - Rishikesh Yog Dham
11 年Five Travel Tips For Beginners – 1. LUGGAGE SAFETY: Carry your passport, travel documents and money separately.Keep a photocopy of your passport in every checked-in bag. 2. CARRY TRAVELLER’S CHEQUES: Never travel with too much cash.Traveller’s cheques are the ideal option. 3. AVOID NEW SHOES: Don’t be tempted to pack in a new pair of fancy sandals or shoes.They may seem comfortable but you never know. 4. PREPARE FOR A RAINY DAY: Pack empty plastic ziplock bags to separate soiled or wet clothes. If you’re travelling during the monsoon, carry a raincoat and umbrella. 5. CONFIRM YOUR TICKETS: Confirm and reconfirm the status of your tickets. And do a cross check of delayed or on time train or flight.