7-19-23 Batavia, IL. U.S.A. (Updated 5-30-24)
The Social Media Influencer’s Experience
The Journey to Amalfi Coast
For example, just last week, I read an article about a social media influencer who traveled to the Amalfi Coast in Italy. If you’ve ever seen a picture of the Amalfi Coast, you know why people want to go there. However, this influencer described the trip to the Amalfi Coast as manual labor.
Unexpected Challenges
She talked about how she had to take a train, lug her baggage onto a boat, and walk hills to get to her hotel. She said every social media influencer should be “hung” for not telling people how much effort it takes to get there.
Naivety or Reality?
It’s hard to believe anyone is this naive. But obviously, they’re out there!
Planning is Key
The Importance of Planning
If this is your idea of planning, then six months overseas is probably not for you. You have to plan and double-check everything. At least that’s what I did.
My Experience in the Balkans
For example, when I was looking at traveling through the Balkans for six weeks by bus, I had to make sure I could use local transportation to get from city to city. I discovered that, shortly after the tourist season, the buses stopped commuting to and from certain areas.
Potential Pitfalls
So it is possible to travel to a city and get stuck there. Or worse, can you imagine traveling a thousand miles to find you have to turn around and go back? Especially when you already have reservations a few hundred miles away. This almost happened to me.
Practical Tips
Check Travel Options Before Booking
One simple tip: Before booking a hotel room, check into travel to and from your destination. It will save you hassles and aggravation later.
Cover Your Bases
It would be impossible for me to tell you everything you need to look at when you plan your trip, but you have to cover your bases. Remember the saying, “Not having a plan is planning to fail.”
Conclusion
Till next time, enjoy life’s journ