How I learned to be a better tourist

Nov 10, 2016Travel

Pack smarter and lighter

This could be another ‘how to’ all on its own, but this is important. Pack only the essentials and you’l already feel like a well-seasoned traveler. Here’s my checklist of what to pack.

 

Do a little research before the trip

What are the people like? What are some local sites not mentioned in a typical guide book? What’s the weather forecast going to be like? This can parlay in to your essentials-only packing list. Knowing these little tidbits beforehand will allow you to better experience the culture and lifestyle, and you won’t be constantly stressed about what to do and what to order.

 

Know when and when not to take photos

You’re on holiday. You want to take in as much as you can and enjoy yourself. So do that. You’re probably really hip and want to show the world your adventures with your phoneography and sunset filters, but be mindful that there is a time and place for self-gratification, and you should pick and choose with that in mind. Take advantage of the moment and get the full experience. You can blog about it later too! I sure do.

 

Treat this place like home

When you’re home, you’ve got to clean up after yourself and tend to the laundry, and while you don’t necessarily have to do those things on vacation, if you’re traveling, you’re visiting other peoples’ homes. Show your appreciation for the people and the culture by being polite, present, and responsible for yourself. They’ll love you and may even share some great stories and more secret spots to check out!

0 Comments

Leave a Reply

Create Lifestyle

Baking is bananas

I'm back to eating carbs! Been lowkey craving banana coffee cake, so this is my first time attempt at baking....
Moments

Jessica at the Bluesky birthday bash / concert at Utulei Beach Park.July 20, 2019.
Lifestyle

Glowing with gratitude

Pink and blue dusky skies fill the air, while words of gratitude melt in my mouth like a treat and...
Moments

Da crew – camping at Maloata

Moments

Sunset glow

After swim Coconut oil
Travel

All Good in Ubud

I left the small surf town of Uluwatu and head to the center of Bali towards Ubud! Settled into the...
Lifestyle Photo Diaries Travel

Hiking an old historic Mt. Alava trail

The hike was pretty hard, but we went slow, enjoying the breeze, and admiring the plants. I'm excited to learn...
Moments

Earth Day Wave 2021

A throwback to Earth Day — April 2021
Lifestyle Moments

Dear Ocean (An Open Letter)

Happy World Oceans Day! Today I thought about how I could convey my feelings about the ocean, so I figured...
Moments

Travel

The Boat Ride from Ofu to Ta’u, American Samoa

Early morning boat ride from Ofu to Ta'u... the lightening of the sky, soft ripples on the water, and mountains...
Photography

SESSIONS: Cummings Family

Who doesn’t love cute family photos? I love the genuine interaction when families get together - those are the moments...
Lifestyle Motherhood

Giant Clams are GIANT

A gallery from our babymoon excursion to Savaia, Samoa, where they have a giant clam sanctuary. Ian and I always...
Travel

How I learned to be a better tourist

Pack smarter and lighter. Do a little research before the trip. Know when and when not to take photos. Treat...
Travel

Travel that I need

This isn't how I normally travel. I usually like to go places and see new things. But right now this...
Moments

kind of just want to go home and play in the studio
Moments Travel

AmSam crew in Hawaii

Met up with some of our AmSam friends during our layover in Hawai’i. I love that our connection to our...
Lifestyle

Reading: Amber Mozo’s Chasing Light

An impassioned compilation of Amber Mozo's travels around the world several years after her father's passing, guided by the light...
Journal Lifestyle

Life Lately: Let Me Upgrade You

Hello hello! It's been a verrrry long while since I've sat down to ramble and write out my life lately...
Moments

Even just 20 minutes of vacation is so good for the soul