5 Things to Note Before Touring a City

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Many people begin preparing for their vacation a month before touring a city. They plan out their daily outfit, map out the places they will visit and organize a list of all the meals their taste buds are longing to try.

But the one thing they forget to do is gather information about the country they are visiting.

This mistake can lead to the uprising of many factors that can ruin their holiday. So, if touring a city is in your plan, here is some information you should definitely make research on before you go.

Weather

Climate is an important influencing factor when planning for a vacation. Climate varies from country to country at different times of the year. Before you plan to tour a city, you must ensure that you know what the weather is like.

Imagine you buy a ticket to go sightseeing and then it hails throughout your stay. Except your idea of ‘sightseeing’ is the view from your hotel room, there will not be much of a sight to see.

To prevent the weather from raining on your parade (pun intended), be sure that you check if it is appropriate and not too harsh. Most people prefer areas with a bright and sunny climate.

Security

Going to a country where your life will constantly be in danger goes against every definition of a vacation.

There are countries that have insecurity for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Before you buy your ticket, you should find out if the country you intend to go to is safe or not.

It is advised not to visit such countries unless you have to. If you must go, find out all the emergency numbers working in the country. Do not put yourself at risk by not doing this research before you embark on your journey.

Reviews

Looks can be deceiving. A picture will show you the kind of experience you are expected to have. Reviews from people that have actually been there will tell you the kind of experience you will have.

Before you get excited to see those giant mountains or clear oceans, check for the reviews written by fellow tourists.

Some countries are not as welcoming to tourists as you think they are and that alone can ruin your whole vacation. The only way to fish out the best destinations is to find the reviews of people who have gone on the same tour as you are planning to go to and see if you will truly have a great time.

Laws/Norms

This does not mean that you should memorize the whole constitution of the country. Familiarize yourself with some of the norms of the country that pertain to tourists.

Some things that you may think is normal or legal may be illegal in another country. Surely ‘a night in jail’ is not part of your itinerary.

In dressing, speaking or mannerisms, some countries have rules. It is wise to find out what you can or cannot do, to save yourself from any embarrassment or punishment. For example, in some Arab countries, there are places where it is mandatory to have your hair covered and your dress must not be above your knee.

Activities

This includes holidays, festivals or events. Some holidays/events place restrictions on movement. These restrictions will not be lifted because of tourists. Your movement will also be restricted. Everything you had planned will fall through.

Ensure to be aware if there are any upcoming activities that will hinder your tour to save yourself the heartbreak of not doing what you have dreamed of.

Opeyemi Kareem