I used to believe that once you’ve traveled enough, you kind of unlock some secret “pro traveler” mode. Like suddenly you know how to pack perfectly, avoid scams, find the best food, manage money smartly. But honestly? Even experienced travelers mess up. Sometimes worse than beginners, because overconfidence is a sneaky thing.
One of the biggest mistakes is overplanning. And I say this as someone...
I used to think the best trips were the ones planned months in advance. You know, spreadsheets, hotel comparisons, Google Maps pins everywhere. Turns out… not really. Some of my most stuck-in-the-brain memories came from trips that started with a dumb message like “bro, train leaves in 3 hours, coming or not?” No plan, half-charged phone, questionable budget. Somehow those trips age better in...