Summarize and humanize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs in EnglishSome might say the best adventures often unfold when things don’t go to plan – but knowing a few tips and tricks along the way can make your trip much more safe and fun.The majority of holidaymakers have probably once found themselves in an unfortunate position during their travels which could have been solved or prevented with a simple hack or savvy know-how. From combating language barriers, to avoiding tourist traps, to limiting unnecessary purchases, many have devised clever methods to either bypass potential problems or enhance their experience while visiting an unknown destination. So, when a Reddit user took to r/TravelHacks to post, ‘What’s an unexpected travel tip that actually works?’ there was no shortage of responses. Over 700 seasoned travellers recently shared their tried-and-tested hacks for a more seamless and cost-effective holiday – which will YOU remember to bring onboard for your next trip? Some might say the best adventures often unfold when things don’t go to plan – but knowing a few tips and tricks along the way can make your trip much more safe and funAirport and flightsOne traveller suggested taking a photo of the parking space and level of the garage whilst dropping off a vehicle at the airport to ‘avoid panic’ upon return. Inside the airport, at the baggage carousel, another advised: ‘Stand a few feet back from the bag return. More people fit in the circle. Step forward only when you see your bag getting close.’A third recommended wearing a hoodie whilst travelling on the plane as the pockets are ‘big enough to hold whatever you’ll want in-flight’ and the hood ‘can be pulled down to block light if you want to nap.’Another wrote: ‘Swab the inside of your nose with Vaseline before flying. Feels good in the dry cabin and helps prevent you from getting respiratory illnesses.’A fellow jetsetter advised using a Duty Free carrier bag to carry spare items that can’t be squeezed into luggage on the plane as airline staff ‘assume you bought them in Duty Free.’ Accommodation One user revealed they save their cosmetic samples packets and fragrances picked up throughout the year for their holiday, as they ‘make nights in the hotel feel like a spa.’Another urged fellow travellers to pack a pillowcase to slip over hotel pillows for a ‘little reminder of home.’A third advised: ‘Do a Google image search of your preferred accommodation in case it’s listed on another website at a cheaper price. ‘Lots of Airbnb properties are owned by small companies and you could save some cash booking direct on their website and you’ll avoid the Airbnb service fee at the very least.’ One person urged fellow travellers to pack a pillowcase to slip over hotel pillows for a ‘little reminder of home’ Gadgets and appliances One globetrotter revealed they recently upgraded to an international travel adaptor, which has room for one plug and four USBs and can charge multiple devices simultaneously.Another recommended packing an Amazon Fire TV stick to plug into the television in a hotel room.A third suggested changing the photo on a phone’s lockscreen to an image of information that will assist for that trip, for example, a photo of an English word translated into that of the local language.Another holidaymaker wrote: ‘I try to download all the day’s photos into the cloud each evening. That way, one can lose or have your camera stolen, but hardware can generally be replaced. Photos, not so much.’Food, drink and medicine One person advised packing a set of travel silverware, so that easy, healthy and affordable snacks can be consumed in the hotel room. Another suggested buying food at a local supermarket to avoid mounting costs rather than dining at restaurants for every meal. A third wrote: ‘Pack a lightweight plastic plate that’s a shallow bowl. Means you can buy fruit, bread, takeaways (eg in countries where these usually come in a plastic bag), breakfast foods, etc.’Another traveller urged holidaymakers to pack diarrhoea medicine, as ‘you will be in no shape to look for it when you need it.’Activities and getting aroundOne person advised talking to locals, as they are ‘normally pretty open to share places to visit, traditional food places (not tourist traps) and they will give you the real “travel hacks” in that destination.’They added: ‘If you don’t speak the language it would help to learn a couple of words, for improving the communication or even to try being funny or appear more friendly. ‘Young people are more open and you have better chances of them speaking English (based on my experience).’Another traveller revealed they ‘always’ carry a small notebook and pen to jot down reservation numbers, addresses, phone numbers and key phrases, as well as drawing maps and writing the instructions for how to use public transit. A third urged: ‘Download offline maps of the area before you arrive. GPS doesn’t require mobile data to work. Also bring a paper map.’Another globetrotter advised packing small gifts to hand out to locals to brighten up their day.They added: ‘Candy for kids, hats that are from my area on Maui. I gave this Hawaii hat to the Puerto Rican Airbnb host years ago, he posts pics on Facebook occasionally wearing it. He teared up when I gave it to him.’ Another traveller revealed they ‘always’ carry a small notebook and pen to jot down reservation numbers, addresses, phone numbers and key phrasesClothing One person stressed the importance of packing a reusable shopping bag, which comes in handy for laundry or groceries. Additionally, they recommended packing small dry toothpaste tablets as they help to remove stains and spills on clothing whilst on the go.Another wrote: ‘I keep all my old underwear and socks I plan to throw away and bring those on vacation and throw them out at the end of each day. I fill the void left in my bag with souvenirs.’A third said: ‘I bring like one or two hangers with me. Hotels never have enough and sometimes you can’t even take them out of the wardrobe. ‘And since they’re flat and thin and light, you won’t even notice them in your suitcase.’ One person revealed: ‘I bring like one or two hangers with me. Hotels never have enough and sometimes you can’t even take them out of the wardrobe’Luggage One seasoned traveller advised to pack as light as possible and ‘less than you think you’ll need, as you won’t wear as many clothes as you think you will.’Another wrote: ‘Bring ziplock bags with you. I do a roll up of 4 large freezer bags and 4 medium bags. ‘They take up a tiny amount of space and can come in handy when you need them most.’For toiletries you only need a very small amount of, such as hair oil, one user suggested putting them in either side of a contact lens case, as they ‘never leak, and they’ll save a lot of space.’ Another recommended packing a sturdy cardboard or tin box, especially in a soft shell luggage, as ‘fragile items are much better protected in a box.’They added: I’ve switched my toiletry bag to a tin box, keeps my makeup protected.’ One seasoned traveller advised to pack as light as possible and ‘less than you think you’ll need, as you won’t wear as many clothes as you think you will’
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