Here Are 10 Travel Hacks You Can Use Next Time You Go Overseas

Save time and make the most out of your trip with these handy tips. Brought to you by the exceptionally efficient New Corolla Hybrid.

1. Delete your cookies.

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If you look up flights then don't book them but go back later, the same flights you planned to book could be more expensive. So before searching again, delete your cookies and clear your cache.

2. Carry on. Carry on. Carry on.

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Try packing just carry-on. You'll save yourself from stressing about check-in luggage weights or it going missing. Plus you save time not waiting for your bags.

3. The exit-row seat trick.

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Picking where you sit can cost extra. So if you're looking to save a bit, you can always try the exit-row seat trick: Head to the airline rep desk earlier and ask if there's an available exit-row seat on your flight. You won't be charged, and you'll get that precious extra legroom.

4. Planes have closets.

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Even if you're trying to pack light or just do carry-on, take advantage of the fact that planes have closets. If you're nice enough, you can ask flight staff to hang a jacket or something you don't want crumpled up. Just remember not to leave it on the plane.

5. Itineraries are good, but you don't have to stick to them.

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Having an outline of what you'd like to do when you get somewhere will help with the first bits of being a little overwhelmed if you're in a new city. But don't feel bad for not following it to the letter.

6. If you're still stuck for ideas for what to do when you're somewhere, there'll be help.

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Checking out what's on blogs or sites when you get somewhere can help you figure out what to do. And there's a bunch of apps too that will be able to source things for you to do if you need inspiration.

7. Try offline maps and map apps for easier exploring.

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Map apps are also very useful, and these won't eat data or tie you to Wi-Fi. However if you're turning your data off, you can star where you want to check out and use offline maps by downloading them.

8. Unlock your phone and use local sims.

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It can be cheaper than using your data or global roaming. This way you won't get hit with any hidden costs from your provider either. You'll also not be tied to finding Wi-Fi to upload your pics.

9. The six-block rule.

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A rule coined by Matt Kepnes aka Nomadic Matt: Never eat within six blocks of a tourist site because the food will be double the price and not that good.

10. Find good food using geo tags.

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Eating where the locals eat is often a good place to start when it comes to food. And finding where the locals eat is as easy as using social media geo tags. You also get a preview of the food thanks to photos.

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¹Current navigation mapping database encompasses major capital and primary national road networks as well as offering some coverage of regional areas.