Are you going on a trip with your family or friends? Though vacations are fun and give us priceless memories, the planning that entails for a trip can be exciting yet time consuming. If you are travelling alone or with a group, the role of the travel planner is always the hardest. Ten useful tips have been listed below which can make you the best trip planner.

1. Choose the destination- First and foremost zero in the destination you plan to visit this time. Always choose a destination that fits into your budget and time period.
2. Plan your budget – Budgets are nerve-wracking. Right after you choose your destination, start off with your budget. Decide on how much you wish to spend on accommodation, transport, food and every other small detail. Monetary planning is really important as overspending can be painful.
3. Figure out visa requirements – If the destination you have decided is a foreign location, figure out visa requirements. Last minute rush would never work out. Hence plan ahead and get all the travel related documents ready.
4. Book tickets beforehand – Travelling involves extensive planning. The better the planning, comfortable is the travel. Plan your itinerary and book tickets accordingly. Booking tickets earlier can save you money and ease your budget.
5. Accommodation matters – You need a place to stay for the time period you plan to travel. Look for accommodation options that are pocket friendly as well as safe. The preferences should suit everyone travelling in the group.
6. Plan ahead – Always plan and chalk out an itinerary beforehand. To make the most of the markets, cultural sites and other spots while travelling is a daunting task. Planning is essential to have an uninterrupted experience. Get a map of your destination, sit with your travel group and come up with a strategy according to everyone’s preferences.
7. Set up a communication channel – Getting together everyone and planning a trip is a herculean task. In order to avoid confusions and mishaps, set up a common communication channel where everyone can come together, discuss and decide. It can be through any platform like WhatsApp, Facebook or the discussion can happen face to face. When there is one established communication channel, everybody can ensure the travel plans.
8. 8.Try an organized tour – If you are not a person who is good with planning and wants to escape the herculean task of exploring the streets of your travel destination with just a map, then organized tours are just the thing for you. They are inexpensive and safe. You get to see all the major attractions and not overwork your brains over transport or food. Everything is arranged and handed over to you on a platter.
9. Insurance is a necessity – Always be prepared for the unexpected. Travel involves risk and nobody wants to spoil their vacation. But insurance is always safe and a good investment. Invest a solid amount in travel insurance and travel happily.
10. Keep photocopies of documents – Travelling to a new country on a tourist visa is a risky affair. Always keep plenty of photocopies of important documents so that they can come handy in case of distress.