Tapping the plane 3 times, buying perfume, and other travel rituals people swear by
"I take a picture of my kitchen stove and oven. So that when I panic in the car that I may have left the stove on, I can look at the picture to calm my nerves that everything is turned off."
Taking a big vacation looks different for everyone. Some people throw everything into a bag at the last minute and head off without an agenda, while others plan every detail weeks in advance. One redditor in r/SmartTravelHacks wanted to know about the small, quirky habits that make a getaway feel more special .
I'm really curious, what ritual do you always do before or during a trip that you can't skip?
It could be something small or personal, like listening to a specific song, eating a certain meal, organizing your bag in a special way, or any tradition that puts you in the travel mood.
I'd love to hear your experiences!
In the comments, redditors share the clever, comforting, and sometimes unusual traditions they rely on when they travel.
The clean house advantage
For many travelers, ensuring they have a spotless home to return to can make the end of a trip feel like a continuation of the vacation itself.
Planning and preparation rituals
Taking some time before the trip even begins to strategize plans and organize suitcase items (or plant a smooch to kick things off!) often makes people feel more relaxed about their upcoming travels.
Creating sensory souvenirs
Photography is great, but some redditors rely on their other senses to remember their adventures. By attaching specific smells and sounds to a journey, they create a time capsule that instantly transports them back.
Getting into the vacation spirit
Packing for a different climate or surviving a long travel day can be rough. A few travelers have adopted their own tactics to get their mind aligned with their destination.
Including massage as a standard part of every trip
A number of commenters mentioned getting a massage before, during, or after their travels. (And sometimes both before and after!)
Unique routines, superstitions, and "travel vests"
Some people have highly specific routines to ease their anxiety over traveling or to make their trip feel extra-special.
Turns out, the best parts of traveling can sometimes be the familiar routines that make you feel safe or get you excited for your new adventure.
What travel habits do you swear by?Read the full discussion in r/SmartTravelHacks , and find more conversations like this in r/travel , r/solotravel , and r/Shoestring .
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