{"id":1724,"date":"2017-07-18T18:25:53","date_gmt":"2017-07-18T18:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/?p=1724"},"modified":"2017-11-20T09:47:28","modified_gmt":"2017-11-20T09:47:28","slug":"practical-tips-for-planning-a-tropical-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/practical-tips-for-planning-a-tropical-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Practical Tips for Planning a Tropical Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">There\u2019s sun, there\u2019s sand, and there\u2019s surf\u2026 what else do you need? Most travelers believe there is precious little to plan when heading someplace tropical; after all, you\u2019ll be spending most of your time on the beach, sipping some fruity drink and enjoying a lack of responsibility. While beach vacations do tend to be less involved than others, you should still take some time beforehand to plan \u2014 otherwise your tropical getaway might never leave the temperate zone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Where in the Tropical World? <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Not all tropical destinations are the same, so you should spend some time considering your options and choosing your vacation spot wisely. First, it is important to understand what you want most out of your tropical trip: Luxury? Adventure? History and culture? Isolation? Wild parties? Next, you should determine where you are willing to go. There are tropical destinations around the world, from the Caribbean to Southeast Asia, and travel times, costs, and more vary from place to place. Every destination is unique, so identifying your vacation needs and goals is imperative. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">While it\u2019s impossible to provide an exhaustive list in one blog, here are a few trendy tropical vacation spots you might consider this year:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Thailand<\/b>. Thailand has a bit of everything: exotic culture, amazing food, extensive adventure, and gorgeous tropical scenery. You can even find <a href=\"http:\/\/travel.cnn.com\/bangkok\/sleep\/5-super-luxury-resorts-120215\/\"><span class=\"s3\">superior luxury<\/span><\/a> if you are willing to pay a bit more for high-dollar resorts, many of which are located right on the beach.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>The Bahamas<\/b>. The Bahamas remain a jewel of the tropics, with sprawling white sand beaches and surging nightlife. Plus, a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spin.com\/2017\/05\/fyre-festival-disaster-timeline\/\"><span class=\"s3\">recent tourism mishap<\/span><\/a> has caused prices to drop dramatically, so you can visit Exuma, the most renowned Bahamian district, for relatively cheap and crowds will be minimal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>The Great Barrier Reef<\/b>. Queensland offers gorgeous beaches and outstanding opportunities for adventure. However, more pressingly, the Great Barrier Reef is <a href=\"http:\/\/news.nationalgeographic.com\/2016\/03\/160321-coral-bleaching-great-barrier-reef-climate-change\/\"><span class=\"s3\">disappearing at an alarming rate<\/span><\/a>, losing more than two-thirds in just two years, so you might not have much time left to see it at all.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1725\" src=\"http:\/\/noplacetobe.com\/featured\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/4950885696_d717a3fcdf_z-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"http:\/\/noplacetobe.com\/featured\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/4950885696_d717a3fcdf_z-1.jpg 640w, http:\/\/noplacetobe.com\/featured\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/4950885696_d717a3fcdf_z-1-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CC:\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/lyonora\/\">lyonora<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b> <\/b><span class=\"s1\"><b>When and Why <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">It\u2019s natural to want to plan a trip to the tropics during the summer: That\u2019s when kids are out of school, when work slows down, and when local temperatures become unbearable. However, you should remember that summertime is the tropical wet season, and June to November is hurricane and typhoon season in most tropical regions. Yet, because the weather isn\u2019t ideal, prices can be as much as 60 percent lower during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Conversely, mid-December to mid-April is the tropical high season, as that\u2019s when the weather is perfect. You can find good deals if you plan ahead, but you will be fighting high prices and big crowds on your trip. You can have fun in either situation, but you should know what to expect before you book.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>What You Need for What You\u2019re Doing <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">No matter where you\u2019re going, what you\u2019re doing, or when, there are a few essentials you will need to bring with you. First, you should have at least one comfortable and confidence-boosting swimsuit. To skip the disappointment of the changing room, you can order your options online; you can even find suits from trendy brands like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swimsuitsdirect.com\/women\/women-shop-by-brand\/radio-fiji.html\"><span class=\"s3\">Radio Fiji<\/span><\/a>. It might even be wise to have two or three suits, especially if you plan to spend most of your time at the beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Next, regardless of how much time you\u2019ll be lounging on the sand, you need to pack some regular clothing. Before you shop for your vacation-wear, you should remember your research. If you are heading to the tropics in the off-season, you might need extra rain gear; if you expect to do plenty of hiking, you\u2019ll need suitable shoes and durable clothing. No matter what, you should be sensible with your outerwear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>How to Handle It All <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Even tropical vacations can be stressful if you and your loved ones aren\u2019t getting along. To soothe tempers and keep everyone content, you should remember the following relationship management tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Talk travel behavior<\/b>. If this is your first time traveling with a significant other, you should try to understand how they like to travel before you set off. Do they like to shop in airports? Do they talk on planes? Do they plan everything or wing it?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Keep clean and keep calm<\/b>. Whenever you share a new space, you should try to keep it orderly, which means your belongings should stay in your suitcase and wet towels should stay off the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Be affectionate<\/b>. Because stress levels can increase dramatically in new places, you shouldn\u2019t hold back from positive touches, like hugs and holding hands. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Plan alone time<\/b>. You shouldn\u2019t spend every waking minute with your travel buddies. You should plan for at least a few hours of separate activity, even if it\u2019s just sitting farther apart on the beach.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s sun, there\u2019s sand, and there\u2019s surf\u2026 what else do you need? 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