7 Tips to Beat Your Fear of Flying Once and for All
| April 21, 2015
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Know the Stats
Did you know that your chances of dying in a plane crash are 1 in 11 million? To put that in perspective, your chances of being in a fender bender are much higher, which means that the most dangerous part of your trip is likely the drive to the airport. You also have a better chance of being bit by a poisonous snake, being injured in a freak fireworks accident and becoming a pro athlete. Should that last one come true, you don’t want to end up puttering around the country in a coach bus like famous aviophobe John Madden.
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Keep Your Flight Boarding Pass and Get Discounts on Your Vacation
After boarding a flight, most people just stuff their boarding pass into their carry-on and forget about it. By doing this, you’re missing out on potential savings. Many airlines offer discounts and freebies for those who keep their boarding pass. Depending on where you land, you could score savings on tourist attractions, restaurants, wine, or even airport transfers.
The Most Common Scams from Around the World
There’s nothing like traversing the world and exploring new countries and cultures, but sometimes the experience is spoiled by dishonorable people preying on uninformed travelers. If you make an effort to learn about the classic scams, you’re unlikely to fall victim to them and can just enjoy the positive side of your trip. To help, here’s a list of common scams around the world for you to get acquainted with.
How to Make Friends During Your Trip
One of the biggest fears of people who want to embark on a solo trip is being alone. They think meeting new people will be a struggle, and if they can’t find a partner to travel with, they just cancel or postpone their adventure. The truth is that with a little bit of planning and initiative, it’s actually harder to be alone than you think. The travel community is extremely welcoming and one doesn’t need to try hard to be part of it.
