More than 60 years after Jackie Kennedy first visited this small island in the Cyclades and thrust it into the limelight, the pull of glittering Mykonos is still strong. During summer, the jet and yacht set cruise in alongside throngs of travelers eager to party, snap Instagram photos, and see and be seen. And with the island's sprawling and sandy beaches (a rare find in the rocky Cyclades) it’s not hard to see why. But the island has a long-beloved, quieter side than the beach party scene would lead you to believe.
9 Ways You’re Making Travel Miserable (and How to Stop)
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It always seems like such a great idea at first: “I’ll save $100 by booking the 6 a.m. flight! I can save money and get a jump on the day.” Fast-forward to your departure, cursing yourself for having to get up early and spend money on a taxi (since it’s too early for public transit). Are you making travel miserable for yourself? Here’s how to stop.
Ways You’re Making Travel Miserable (and How to Stop) Cramming in Too Many DestinationsIf you’re spending a lot of money and time on a flight, it makes sense to want to see everything possible in the surrounding area of your destination. After all, when will you ever get back to (insert far-flung country here)? The internet certainly doesn’t help with this—once I start researching a vacation spot, I instantly find five more places nearby that I have to get to on my trip. But with limited time, how can you fit everything in without making travel miserable?
Jaime Kurtz addresses this issue in her new book, The Happy Traveler: Unpacking the Secrets of Better Vacations. Kurtz says we tend to only think about the big picture when we book a vacation—for example, day dreaming about all of the amazing spots you can hit on one trip. But, once you actually sit down and plan out your day-to-day schedule, you soon realize that you’ll be spending way too much time shuttling between train stations/airports/buses. Instead, take time before booking to think about what an entire day on your trip would look like, and consider if you want to be that rushed. This will maximize your happiness in the long run.
Booking a Super Early FlightWho doesn’t gravitate towards the cheapest flight available when doing a search? But before you hit book on that 6 a.m. deal, take a minute to think about if it’s really worth it. Since it’s so early, will you end up having to take an expensive cab to the airport if public transportation isn’t running that time of day? Even if it does save you money, backtrack to what time you’ll have to get up that morning to catch your flight. Is sleep-deprived really the right way to start your trip? Sometimes, it’s worth it to pay extra for that better flight time.
Related: 10 New Rules for Finding Cheap Flights OverpackingIf, despite your best intentions, you find yourself shamefully gate-checking a too-big carry-on bag or struggling to carry all of your luggage to your hotel, you may be guilty of this. Overpacking is a surefire way to make travel miserable: it adds stress and aggravation, can cause drama and fees at the check-in counter, and steals time in the morning when you’re digging through your over-stuffed bag trying to find essentials. Streamline your packing and you might find that your entire trip feels less stressed.
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