If you are suffering financially due to the bad economy, you might be tempted to nix your travel plans this year. You are about to be provided with tips that will help you become financially conscious while traveling.

Once you know where you’re traveling, you can take some time to learn about where you plan to go. Buy a decent city or regional map of where you are going to be, and take time to look it over to find museums, environs, and big sightseeing areas. Remembering a little about the area will make navigation easier when you get there.

One important thing to keep in your wallet is a color photograph of your child. This can come in handy if he or she gets lost. It can be a very scary thing to lose your child. With that said, it is best to be prepared for worst case scenarios. …