You should plan your trip before traveling. Here are some tips to help you.

Leave most of your items of value at home. If you bring many valuables with you, you run the risk of losing them or having them stolen.

Try to be as flexible as possible about where you go. Many people get into vacation routines, but you can find a little variety and also special deals, helping make your vacations fun and memorable for you and your family. Finding an alternate destination can save you a bit of money when you are on a tight budget.

When traveling, keep the bags light by just bringing the essentials. The less you bring with you, the less you have to lose or get stolen. Shoes tend to be larger and heavier than most objects in your suitcase. Reducing the number of shoes you bring can drastically reduce the weight …