1. Expect the Unexpected
Did I know that I would miss my bus to Barcelona or that my flight from Milan to Copenhagen would be rescheduled for 10 hours earlier? No, but it happened. Don't be afraid of the moments when everything goes wrong, and don't blame yourself. Things Happen.
2. Have An Open Mind
Do not walk into a restaurant in a foreign country and decide you hate the food on the menu without trying it. You'll definitely regret it.
3. Keep A Journal
I regret not keeping in touch with my journal as much. It's hard but you'll want to remember the little things.
4. Pack ALAP (As Light As Possible)
It's the most difficult thing to do but it'll save you money and save your legs a lot of pain.
5. Have Patience
Don't burn bridges and take a deep breath.
6. Go With the Flow
When things don't go your way, don't freak out. Sometimes the best things are unexpected.
7. Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
Don't try to fit in too much. You won't be able to speak every language and in some countries you will stick out like a sore thumb. Laugh at your mistakes.
8. Buy Souvenirs
I am obsessed with useless crap and I've been collecting postcards since being abroad. Pick one thing to get in every place you go.
9. Embrace Different Cultures
Don't be afraid of things or people that are different from you. Try the food, attempt to learn some words in a different language, and converse with locals.
10. Savor Every Minute
You never know when or if you'll be here again.
Did I know that I would miss my bus to Barcelona or that my flight from Milan to Copenhagen would be rescheduled for 10 hours earlier? No, but it happened. Don't be afraid of the moments when everything goes wrong, and don't blame yourself. Things Happen.
2. Have An Open Mind
Do not walk into a restaurant in a foreign country and decide you hate the food on the menu without trying it. You'll definitely regret it.
3. Keep A Journal
I regret not keeping in touch with my journal as much. It's hard but you'll want to remember the little things.
4. Pack ALAP (As Light As Possible)
It's the most difficult thing to do but it'll save you money and save your legs a lot of pain.
5. Have Patience
Don't burn bridges and take a deep breath.
6. Go With the Flow
When things don't go your way, don't freak out. Sometimes the best things are unexpected.
7. Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
Don't try to fit in too much. You won't be able to speak every language and in some countries you will stick out like a sore thumb. Laugh at your mistakes.
8. Buy Souvenirs
I am obsessed with useless crap and I've been collecting postcards since being abroad. Pick one thing to get in every place you go.
9. Embrace Different Cultures
Don't be afraid of things or people that are different from you. Try the food, attempt to learn some words in a different language, and converse with locals.
10. Savor Every Minute
You never know when or if you'll be here again.