Mobile phone translation apps are super handy for decoding menus and having conversations with those who speak a different language. Google Translate is our favorite, but there are many others to check out.
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Tip 9: Best hotel rooms are high and away from elevators & ice machines
What is the best hotel room location on a given floor? Many people suggest rooms on higher floors away from elevators & ice machines provides the quietest experience. With keyless hotel room access, you sometimes now get to pick your room!
Tip 8: Put laptop in middle of your items at security scan
Nearly every county requires you to take out your laptop and place it in a separate security container. We suggest sending it through the security check in the middle of your other items like a coat, shoes, purse, carry on so you are less likely to forget it.
Tip 7: Free Audiobooks and more for travel
Did you know you can rent & download audio books for free if you have a library card? Zinio (RBDigital) for magazines, Overdrive (Libby) for books, and Hoopla (music/audio books/TV) are all great options. We like to listen to books when traveling by plane, train and car.
Tip 6: Hop On & Hop Off to see a lot of sights efficiently
Hop on hop off buses or boats are a good way to see a lot quickly if you are short on time. It is also a good way to initially orient yourself to a city you will be spending a few days in.
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