5 tips to organize your trips this 2020

The new year brings resolutions, new beginnings and opportunities. Dare to experience new moments during the next 365 days of the year from incredible road trips in Latin America and swimming with dolphins in crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, to visiting stunning regions in the winter season. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car rental company invites you to travel the best way possible: Seamlessly.

Organizing a trip should not be difficult or a frustrating task, on the contrary, it is something that creates excitement and anticipation. We found some tips to make the organization more bearable and avoid those last-minute worries before leaving home with our luggage.

1.     Control your expenses

Before you board the plane or go on a road trip, plan your budget so you don’t spend more than you have planned. Begin by creating a document or notebook with the categories on which you will spend money, and then assign a specific budget to each in advance, as if you were putting the money in physical envelopes to keep it separate. This way, you plan instead of tracking your bills as you travel. Of course, this tip only works if you stop spending after you reach your budget. Be sure to include significant costs such as airfare or long hotel stays.

2.     Create your own itinerary  

Identify the area where you will be staying and research the main tourist spots you want to visit, always trying to find the most efficient way to visit the places on your list. By keeping a pre-trip itinerary, you will save time by knowing exactly which places to visit and when to do so.

3.     Reserve your tours and tickets in advance

As we travel, time becomes one of the most important and valuable factors. Booking activities in advance will help you avoid long lines, high prices and, above all, help you make the most of your time. This becomes easier after creating the itinerary and will help you arrive at your destination with as few surprises as possible.

4.     Use travel applications

Many travel companies offer applications that can make the journey smoother and more efficient. If you’re traveling by car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car rental company, offers a free application that will become your faithful ally while you plan your next vacation.The app works as your own free personal assistant for everything related to car rental to create a smooth travel experience. Find rental locations near your destination, narrow your search with location and vehicle filters, and save rental details for even faster future bookings – plus, it offers 24/7 roadside assistance and customer support.

5.     Find the best deal for accommodation

Accommodation can be the most expensive and challenging part of the planning process. Thankfully, there are several third-party sites that help make the search a little easier, bearing in mind that many of them offer similar rates. Making reservations months in advance also helps to get more accommodation options at affordable prices. If you do so in advance rest assured that you can find the perfect accommodations wherever you’re traveling.