How To Plan A Great Adventure

If your life is feeling monotonous and dull and if you are ready to strike out in a new direction, then it might just be time to plan a great adventure. Read on for some ideas about how to get started.

Brainstorm

Your first step is to brainstorm the kinds of great adventures you might want to pursue. If you love the great outdoors, then you might choose a week at a western ranch. If you have always wanted to research your family history, then you might spend time at archives and libraries and visiting your ancestors’ places of origin. If you simply want to get away from your daily life for a while, then a beach vacation or trip to one of your favorite cities might be just the ticket.

Budget

Of course, you will have to make sure that you have the resources to pursue your great adventure. While budgeting isn’t especially interesting or fun, it is necessary so you don’t stretch your funds too thin. Make a list of your current income and savings, focusing on the amounts available for your trip. Then research costs like transportation, lodging, admission fees, meals and activities. Try to think outside the box a bit. You could take a train or bus instead of flying perhaps, or if you might rent furnished short term housing instead of booking hotel rooms. Also, leave yourself a contingency fund for unexpected expenses.

Prepare

When you’ve dealt with the money issues, you can begin your preparations in earnest. Book transportation and lodging well ahead of time. Research your activities so you know exactly what to expect when you get to your destination. Make lists of clothing, accessories, personal care supplies and other items you will need to take with you. If you are traveling overseas, be sure your passport is up-to-date and your paperwork in order. You can draw up an itinerary if you want to make sure you don’t miss anything, or you can leave that out if you want more flexibility.

Enjoy

Now that everything is in place, all that is left is to enjoy your great adventure. Set out with a positive attitude, and make a decision not to let little inconveniences get in the way of your relaxation and fun. Throw yourself wholeheartedly into every activity, and take plenty of pictures. You might also keep a travel journal and record your experiences each day.

Whatever great adventure you decide to take, budget practically, plan well and enjoy to the max.

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