30 Travel Tips from 30 Travel Experts

“Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Travel is about stepping out of your comfort zone.”
— Reema Al-Khoja, Flight Centre Burlington
 

“Roll with it! Travel’s full of surprises — sometimes the best moments are the ones you didn’t plan for.”
— Debbie Brown, Flight Centre Group Travel
 

“Take photos, but don’t forget to live in the moment. Let your eyes and heart do the remembering, too.”
— Jane Cundari, Flight Centre Burlington
 

“Don’t be afraid to get lost. Sometimes the best adventures happen when you wander off the beaten path.”
— Sue Harriman, Flight Centre Direct East

“Embrace spontaneity! While planning is essential, leave some room in your itinerary for unexpected adventures and discoveries. Whether it's stumbling upon a local festival or finding a hidden-gem restaurant, these unplanned experiences often become the highlights of your journey.”
— Mariah Mirchandani, Flight Centre Direct West

“Always schedule ‘nothing’ time on your trips. It is great to have structure and see everything a destination has to offer, but it is also amazing to have a moment to sit back and take it all in and really see where you are.”
— Jamie Murcheson, Flight Centre Direct West

“Travel somewhere you’ve never heard of. It usually turns out to be the best trip!”
— Kelly Rogers, Flight Centre Orchard Park

“Roll with the punches. Things sometimes happen so don’t expect flawless; the journey is part of the adventure. Also, the best memories are often not planned.”
— Sunil Taneja, Assistant Location Manager, Flight Centre at Holt Renfrew Centre

“Adventure begins where the menu gets confusing — trust your gut, follow your taste buds and keep your mind wide open!”
— Siobhan Detkavich, Flight Centre Coquitlam Centre

“Always grab a seat at the bar when you go out. Bartenders usually know the best local spots and hidden gems you won’t find on your own.”
— Katelyn Lohr, Flight Centre Kitsilano

“Take a local food tour. It’s one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the culture, discover hidden gems and connect with locals.”
— Christina Lucier, Flight Centre Orchard Park

“Always say yes to the local dessert.”
— Katherine Paquette, Flight Centre Broughton Street

“Eat at the busiest roadside food stand you can find — I GUARANTEE it will be incredible.”
— Andrew Stafford, Location Manager, Flight Centre Kitsilano

“Pack light! You really don’t need all those shoes. You do, however, need extra socks and underwear.”
— Matthew Berriman, Flight Centre Royal Bank Plaza

“Bring a power bar with a surge protector to charge all your electronics with one outlet, so you have everything ready to go for the next day.”
— Greg Chaburksy, Flight Centre Westboro

“Pack comfortable shoes, bring your own water bottle, and take an extra battery or charger.”
— Sylvia Chahine, Flight Centre at Holt Renfrew Centre

“Make and use a list when packing!”
— Brianne Doyon, Flight Centre Royal Bank Plaza

“Always pack a change of clothes in the bottom of your carry-on in case your checked bag doesn’t make it.”
— Alexander Gregory, Flight Centre Group Travel

“‘Pack half the clothes and twice the money,’ is a classic saying for a reason. Most travelers overpack and underestimate expenses. Packing light gives you flexibility, saves on baggage fees and makes moving around easier.”
— Joe Margetson, Flight Centre Corporate Benefits

“Pack light and smart — you do not need the extra 10 outfit choices!”
— Latisha Ruteck, Assistant Location Manager, Flight Centre Coquitlam Centre

“Add a locally led experience! Whether it's a walking tour, food tour or extended guided adventure it can be a great way to explore through a new lens and learn from a different perspective.”
— Sam Demetrious, Flight Centre Burlington

“Invite a stranger to dine. Meeting new people and connecting about our journey should be one of the reasons to travel!”
— Elyshia Derbach, Flight Centre Westboro

“Learn a few key phrases in the local language. Even just ‘hello,’ ‘please,’ ‘thank you’ and ‘help’ can go a long way in building goodwill and navigating unexpected situations. Locals appreciate the effort, and it can open doors (literally and figuratively).”
— Dominique Dyon, Flight Centre Kitsilano

“Talk to the locals. They are your best resource.”
— Amanda McLellan, Flight Centre Upper Canada

“Keep an open mind and be respectful to the locals — we’re visiting their home!”
— Valery Senyk, Flight Centre Broughton

“A smile and a few words in the local language can go a long way.”
— Scott Tindale, Flight Centre Westboro

“Do not wait until the last minute, as it’s not a good deal.”
— Erin Dougan, Flight Centre Cruise

“Start your planning early!”
— Michelle Macilquham, Team Leader, Flight Centre Group Travel

“Begin planning your trip well in advance to secure greater availability and often more advantageous pricing.”
— Kylie McDonald, Flight Centre Direct East

“Book in advance! Don’t spend your vacation time waiting in a line.”
— Nate Mosher, Location Manager, Flight Centre Broughton Street