Travelling with a group of friends undoubtedly calls for non-stop fun, hilarious moments, exciting pranks; in short you will surely address it as ‘trip-of-a-lifetime’, fun or it can be a total nightmare if some subtle points are not kept in mind. And the difference is all in the preparation. Until something goes wrong travelling with your friends is definitely full of fun and adventure.
Your friends can give you a series and tons of beautiful memories that you can treasure for a lifetime. Below given are some tips to make your travelling fun with your friends.
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Plan your trip Jointly, know the People
A group trip means there will be different individuals with different choices, temperament and ideologies. Almost everyone in a large group should do bit of research on learning the expertise and interests of the other members. Talk out to the group members and try to know about the kind of person he / she is. Go for group discussions and see the magic how you get to know the traits of the other people in the group. Sit together and make joint decisions; this helps in bonding. Check out directions and maps together to avoid unnecessary jaunting around when you set out.
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Look out for Group Discounts
If you are travelling with group that is large enough, it may qualify you all for considerable discounts at many attractions. Grab it. These discounts are often best arranged or even purchased in advance, but if this isn’t an option, it is simple enough to ask.
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Speak up, but Listen Well
During the planning phase, as everyone’s voice is required, you must listen properly with saying. You must give your hundred percent while listening to what others are saying and suggesting. You must be respectful of their travelling styles.
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Respect the Other Members of Your Group
There are common bounds to be personality clashes in any group of travellers. Close quarters, hunger, roadways, jet lag weather change etc and other discomforts can annoy your group members. The more understanding, friendly and patient you will be with your travel companions, the easier and enjoying it will be for you.
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Stay with Your Group
Other than some allotted personal time, try to stay with your own group. Wandering here and there can cause unnecessary worry for the group members. This might also bring in problems like unnecessary delays and other disruptions.
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Help Each Other
Offer hands to anyone who is struggling. Try to help each other in situations like carrying heavy luggage, buying tickets etc. This will streamline your group travel experience greatly.
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Have an Alternate Plan
You must always have your own plan for an alternate activity in case the scheduled itinerary starts to collapse, folks get combative or you realize you want to move at a different pace than the group. In the end the quality of your trip is in your hands alone, and you need to accept that responsibility.
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