Make a List and Check it Twice<\/h2>\n
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How does Santa manage his multi-stop itinerary across the globe in a night? It\u2019s not just his flying reindeer, workshop of elves, and diet of cookies and milk speeding him along. By making a list and checking it twice, St. Nick gets where he needs to go without delay. You\u2019d be wise to do do what Santa does.<\/p>\n
Make a checklist and stick to it, maybe even a pre-checklist checklist to be well ahead of your travel dates. A simple bullet point reminding you to take your passport to the airport can keep you from having to scramble at the last minute. Having all your confirmation numbers, departure times and such in one easily accessible list (on your phone and a paper backup) can allow you to focus on fun with the family and other meaningful holiday traditions.<\/p>\n
Remember: Time is of the Essence<\/h2>\n
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Christmastime is the best time of year. So make the most of it by giving yourself plenty of time to get to the airport, to navigate clogged up highways, and to finish all your shopping and seasonal errands. Arriving a little too early for a flight is always better than being a minute too late. Anticipating traffic, bathroom breaks, and stops for coffee and stretching all add up to a more pleasant and safer drive.<\/p>\n
Don’t Forget the Reason for Seasonal Travel<\/h2>\n
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There\u2019s no place like home for the holidays. So, when you start to feel the stress coming on as you embark upon a long journey or encounter any holiday mishaps, simply remind yourself why it is you\u2019re traveling in the first place. Being with loved ones and sharing special moments together is worth a little hassle getting there, right?<\/p>\n
If you answered “Yes” to that last question: Phew! Proceed to that warm and fuzzy feeling by sharing a few cups of eggnog topped off with good cheer.<\/p>\n
No? Uh oh! Maybe now\u2019s the right time send off some \u201csorry I can\u2019t make it this year\u201d Christmas cards and book that Caribbean vacation you\u2019ve been dreaming of \u2026 or, perhaps just stay put until a less hectic travel period.<\/p>\n
Whatever the case, really think about what \u201chome for the holidays\u201d means to you.<\/p>\n
Make Sure You Give Thoughtful, Practical Gifts<\/h2>\n
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When it comes to gift giving, it\u2019s the thought that counts. Make sure you\u2019re thoughtful of others\u2019 travel plans when you offer gifts. Is your idea for a gift something that\u2019s fragile, heavy, bulky, filled with liquid, or otherwise a pain to pack? Then it might not be such a smart or appreciated present. Asking people what they want (and really listening to their answer) often works! Likewise, it\u2019s never a bad idea to kindly remind people your preference to travel light and what sorts of gifts you\u2019ve enjoyed in the past.<\/p>\n
When in doubt, travel vouchers, gift cards, and shared experiences (such as dinner together at your expense) usually do the trick.<\/p>\n
[perfectpullquote align=”full” cite=”” link=”” color=”” class=”” size=””]How about you? Got any top tips for stress-free holiday travel? We’d love it if you shared them in the comments section below.[\/perfectpullquote]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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