Travel Guide: 3 popular travel tips you need to start ignoring

From packing tips, to destination guides, security tips and everything in between, there's always one rule or the other guiding travel behaviour.

When it comes to travelling, there are never too many tips.

From packing tips, to destination guides, security tips and everything in between, there's always one rule or the other guiding travel behaviour.

But when does it become too much advice detrimental to the success of a trip?

Here are 5 common travel tips you need to start ignoring for a much more enjoyable trip.

 

1. Don't visit 'dangerous' international destinations: While we acknowledge that some places are definitely no-go areas, others which have been stereotyped as dangerous locations can infact offer pleasant surprises. The key to travelling anywhere is conducting extensive research, staying vigilant but yet open to experiencing new things. So, moral of the story: don't write off anywhere as being 'dangerous' because they could hold hold the best surprises.

2. Don't travel alone: Nothing could be further from the truth. Solo travel can be enlightening, fun and super adventurous.

3. The best flight deals are on Tuesday midnight: While Tuesday has been widely touted as the best time to book a flight, one can still get great deals at anytime of the week, or day for that matter. The key to nabbing great flight deals - check, check and check again.