Our everyday lives now consist of using some form of technology. Cell phones, laptops, tablets, computers, and even our cars have some form of electronic device. When planning a trip, we want to take along these devices, but is it worth the risk? Take your laptop for example. Used for work and home, it is full of files and photos that you may not have backed up. Are you prepared to replace it if something happens? Lost, damages or stolen, the loss of a laptop can be detrimental and ruin a vacation. Consider a smaller inexpensive model. For a few hundred dollars you can have something that can access the internet and upload your photos to sites like flicker.com. Storing photos online makes for easy sharing with family and provides a safe place in case that camera gets dropped in the tiger pit at the zoo.
The devices require their bags to be packed as well. They are power hungry and the breakfast buffet is just not going to cut it. Packing power cords for both your accommodations and rental car are very important. Forgetting these can be expensive to replace while traveling. If you need something, check with the hotel front desk lost and found. They usually have a box full of cables and could just save you at 10:00 pm, be considerate to other travelers and return it upon check out.
Wi-Fi locations and hot spots are showing up everywhere. Most hotels are providing this for free. To aid in the hassle of finding the login info when you arrive at your room, ask the front desk clerk when checking in.
Renting a car at while traveling? The best add on you could get is the GPS service. E-Z Rent-A-Car offers this at most locations for a small fee. These units are recommended because they are pre-programed for the city you are in. Well worth the cost on a rainy night.
Following a few simple guidelines can keep your travels a positive experience.
