Author: Anonymous
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Fort Walton Beach, Florida January 1, 2004. September 11, 2001 changed the face of travel as it changed all our lives. For the past two years, the travel industry has struggled to enhance travel security and bring travelers back. Trends indicate that travelers are coming out of their cocoons and are once again ready to enjoy the pleasures and privileges of our world. Consider these ways to explore your travel horizons in 2004.
1. Dream a little. Start a list of everywhere you want to go???everything you want to do. Build your Travel Resource File. Use a three-ring binder with tabs for Trips to Take Someday, Upcoming Trips, Travel Resources, and Past Trips.
2. Plan Ahead. Plan Ahead. Plan Ahead. Do your homework. The most successful trips are well-researched and well-organized. You may love last-minute, spontaneous travel. Great! If you do your homework, you’ll always be ready to grab your bags and go.
3. Learn to pack smart and travel light. You can take less and have more! Travel-friendly clothing is wrinkle-free, washable, and comfortable. Plan your travel wardrobe around three colors in a combination of prints and solids and become a mix n’ match expert. When all your tops match all your bottoms the possibilities are endless.
4. Develop a relationship with a good travel agent. Although the world-wide Web is an ideal way to explore travel horizons and compare prices, it does not replace the confidence and security of working with a knowledgeable travel agent. A travel agent who understands your travel preferences and needs can add value to your trip in ways not found on the Internet.
5. Budget travel wisely. Open a travel account at your bank and make contributions to it on a regular basis. Decide how much you can spend on your trip and research your options. Learn about the ???hidden??