This article was written in collaboration with www.klook.com.

No one can turn into an expert traveller overnight, or even after one trip. So it’s alright if you’ve experienced a number of hiccups during your first few holidays – even the most experienced travellers have gone through the same things!

Lucky for you, we at Klook literally work for travel so we have a bunch of handy tips up our sleeves! Here’s a list of 10 tips from some of our most well-travelled individuals guaranteed to turn you into a better traveller.

“People often underestimate the importance of a comfortable pair of shoes. No matter where you’re headed – may it be Tokyo, Sydney or Dubai, you can expect to be walking several hours a day. Getting a pair of shoes that will last, therefore, should be high up on your travel priority list! I recommend a pair of neutral coloured sneakers or classic black mules that’ll take you from day to night.”

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“Whether it’s winter or summer where you’re travelling, you’ll be exposed to a lot of sunlight and UV rays while travelling. Protect your skin by applying sunscreen every day – and make sure it has a good amount of SPF in it!”

“As a frequent flyer, I’ve had my fair share of luggage nightmares. These include opened baggage and damaged goods. These things happen sometimes because of poor luggage handling, so asking for a “FRAGILE” sticker at the check-in counter somewhat minimizes this risk. Bags with this sticker are usually placed on top other bags and usually come out before other bags or on a separate carousel altogether!”

“One travel hack a lot of people surprisingly don’t utilize is online check-in! I can’t even count how many times this hack has saved my life and lessened the airport hassle for me! Ever since I discovered this option, I never leave for the airport without making sure I’ve already checked in!”

“There are so many reasons why I prefer using a backpack over a handbag when travelling! For one, it’s so much easier to move around with both hands free! Plus there’s little possibility of being pickpocketed since it’s a much more secure than a tote bag or handbag.”

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“Never underestimate the power of a good blanket scarf! I bring one everywhere with me no matter the weather since it can be used as a wrap for colder nights, a blanket on the plane, and most importantly – as a cover up! You can use it to cover your shoulders or even as a wrap skirt in case you’ll be visiting a more conservative attraction on your tour.”

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“Considering everything can literally be found online, it’s become pretty difficult for me to travel without a pocket WiFi. It’s how I find restaurants, it’s how I map out my next attraction or destination, it’s how I keep track of the public transportation, and of course it’s vital to stay in touch with your travel buddies! I get my pocket WiFis through Klook since they have delivery and airport pick up options!”

“I’m quite the overpacker – so if you’re anything like me, one tip is to wear your chunkier pieces to the airport! For instance, if you’re headed somewhere cold, I suggest you wear the boots instead of the sneakers, or wear the coat instead of the cardigan! This way, you’ll have more space in your luggage and it’ll even lessen the possibility of overweight baggage!”

“Not everyone is aware of it, but travelling can take a serious toll on your skin! So I try to hydrate my skin with a generous amount of moisturizer – especially on the plane! Don’t be afraid to put on a face mask when on a long flight. This is also essential for travelling in colder locations. Apart from acne, I’d like to avoid dry skin as much as possible!”

“One thing travellers tend to overlook is the importance of a universal charger. Sockets vary in different countries, and this isn’t something a lot of first time travellers are aware of. Since you’ll be needing it to charge all your gadgets, it’s important to invest in one immediately!”

About Klook

Founded in 2014, Klook is one of the world’s leading travel activities and services booking platforms. Klook gives travellers a seamless way to discover and book popular attractions, local tours, rail passes, food options, and unique experiences around the world on its website and award-winning app (‘Best of 2015’ & ‘Best of 2017’ by Google Play and Apple App Store).

With Klook’s innovative technologies, travellers can book after arriving in their destinations and redeem the services by using QR codes or e-vouchers. Each day, Klook empowers countless travelers to indulge in their wanderlust and spontaneity through over 40,000 offerings in more than 200 destinations.

Get inspired by Klook at www.klook.com, the company blog or @klooktravel_sg on Instagram.