{"id":14592,"date":"2020-05-18T14:06:53","date_gmt":"2020-05-18T11:06:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/?p=14592"},"modified":"2022-08-06T13:02:39","modified_gmt":"2022-08-06T10:02:39","slug":"things-to-consider-for-the-optimal-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/things-to-consider-for-the-optimal-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"7 points to consider in planning a vacation you\u2019ll love"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Close your eyes and imagine your perfect holiday.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"A man dreaming of a holiday while gazing out the window\" class=\"wp-image-14593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-696x435.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-1068x668.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530-672x420.jpg 672w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1183657530.jpg 1296w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hot or cool? Luxurious or down-to-earth? Urban or rural? Alone or in a group? Should you stay on the move \u2013 or stay in one place?&nbsp; While life and vacations can be unpredictable, you\u2019re more likely to get what you need, if you know what you want. Maybe, this year, you\u2019d rather take a break in the winter, instead of the summer. You may be prepared to explore someplace new, instead of staying at your usual resort. As well, you may be ready to take a solo trip \u2013 or, if you\u2019re used to traveling alone, perhaps travel with others. Take some time to consider: What kind of vacation do I want?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Plan according to your budget.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"710\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"Money saved in a jar for a holiday\" class=\"wp-image-14611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-1024x710.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-218x150.jpg 218w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-696x483.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-1068x741.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-606x420.jpg 606w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816-100x70.jpg 100w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-466937816.jpg 1230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While you may have been waiting the whole year for a vacation, it doesn\u2019t mean you need to spend everything you\u2019ve earned. Determine your spending comfort level and move forward from that. Take into account your destination, the currency used, the cost of hotels, transportation and meals, as well as gifts and souvenirs you may wish to purchase. Set up a budget, with different sections for different expenses. By doing this, you\u2019re less likely to come home with buyer\u2019s remorse and that dreaded \u201cwhat happened to all my money\u201d feeling. Planning in advance can help you find more affordable tickets \u2013 and who knows, maybe you can even visit more than one destination during your holiday, if you like \u2013 and you\u2019ll also find yourself with more accommodation choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Get an assist from social media<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Rice fields in Bali\" class=\"wp-image-14618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-1068x713.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-629x420.jpg 629w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-915473514.jpg 1253w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>People love to share their vacation photos on social media. You\u2019ve seen your colleague\u2019s beach photos, your neighbor\u2019s skiing videos and an assortment of other travel glamor shots posted by friends, family and even strangers\u2026 Now it&#8217;s time to put those photos to good use. Almost every photo is tagged with its location, so you can tell right away where it was taken.&nbsp; If a specific location or scene is appealing, do a little research&nbsp; \u2013 does it seem like a place you\u2019d enjoy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Make the most of route planning and travel apps.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man surfing on social media on his phone\" class=\"wp-image-14632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-813065748.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find answers to almost any question on the Internet. Your vacation route is no exception. Maximize technology and the power of the Internet: browse travel sites, blogs and route planners. Check out other travelers\u2019 comments, review the ratings, discover what type of events are happening. You can even purchase tickets in advance and arrive at your destination ready to roll.&nbsp; In any case, you\u2019re very likely to find additional information that will either whet your appetite for that particular destination \u2013 or steer you in another direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Don&#8217;t forget your documents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman who has filled out various travel-related forms\" class=\"wp-image-14639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-891573112.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is crucial to ensure that you have the documents required for entry into your holiday destination. In addition to your passport, these can include visas, health insurance, even vaccination certificates!&nbsp; With regard to your passport: check the expiration date and make sure your passport has a sufficient number of blank pages. For visas, find out the visa requirements of your destination country. Can you get an online visa, or do you need to apply in person? Is the visa granted immediately, or will it take time? How much will it cost? Get these items in order before you purchase your plane ticket. Then, look into your health insurance: will it cover you while you\u2019re traveling? If not, travel insurance is essential:&nbsp; even a minor accident or illness could derail your holiday and your finances if you are not insured. Additionally, in some countries, the hospital may hold your passport until your medical bills have been paid. If you use prescribed medication or have a special health condition, be sure you have your medication and any related documents prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Check out the transport<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-1024x643.jpg\" alt=\"Young woman traveling by train\" class=\"wp-image-14642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-1024x643.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-768x482.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-696x437.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-1068x670.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620-669x420.jpg 669w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-952716620.jpg 1292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is your first visit to your destination, then the transport question is essential. First, how do you plan to get to your hotel from the airport or train station? Are ride-sharing services available and affordable? Is public transportation manageable, given your arrival time and the amount of baggage you\u2019re carrying?&nbsp; Utilize route planning apps to explore how to get to your hotel and, then, use them to discover the best way to get around town. And remember&nbsp; \u2013&nbsp; walking is an excellent way to discover a new place, and taxis are available nearly everywhere!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Last but not least, choose your holiday companions wisely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Group of friends watching the sunset while on vacation\" class=\"wp-image-14644\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-1068x713.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-629x420.jpg 629w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/iStock-1048932580.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve saved the most important item for last. We all have amazing friends \u2013 who just don\u2019t travel well. Since traveling takes the traveler out of a familiar comfort zone, it is helpful to travel with someone who can \u201croll with the punches\u201d. Before you go on a vacation with a friend, make sure you\u2019re on the same page, whether it\u2019s going to every museum in a city or hiking up every mountain in the countryside. Conversely, maybe you\u2019re the type of travelers who do your own thing during the day and meet up for dinner at night. Or, you could consider going on a trip with a group of complete strangers \u2013 a dive boat or a guided tour, or something along those lines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. Close your eyes and imagine your perfect holiday. Hot or cool? Luxurious or down-to-earth? Urban or rural? Alone or in a group? Should you stay on the move \u2013 or stay in one place?&nbsp; While life and vacations can be unpredictable, you\u2019re more likely to get what you need, if you know what you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":53,"featured_media":16628,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[875,895,476,879,146],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-14592","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-safety-tips-for-travelers","8":"category-featured","9":"category-travel-planning-guide","10":"category-transportation-tips-for-travelers","11":"category-travel-tips"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14592","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/53"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14592"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14592\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16628"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14592"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14592"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14592"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}