Seat Choice

If you didn’t get an assigned seat when you bought your ticket, getting there early can make or break your bus ride. Always make sure that you arrive at least 15 minutes before the bus so you can pick the seat that suits you and makes your ride more comfortable.

Getting Comfy

Speaking of making your ride more comfortable, this is much easier to do when you’re there early. You can take everything you need out of your bag and get cozy for your ride without disturbing other passengers.

Sign of Respect

Arriving for your ride a minute before your bus is supposed to leave is very disrespectful towards the driver and your fellow passengers. You’ll need extra time to put your bags inside the luggage compartment, find a seat, and get comfortable, potentially delaying the bus ride for everyone on board.

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If you do have to travel by bus, however, why not try to make the best of the experience? You might not have ever considered these advantages of bus travel, but you just might be surprised at some of the perks it offers.

More Time to Stretch Your Legs

While it can make the trip longer than you might expect, one advantage of taking the bus is the semi-frequent stops for gas and driver switches. This gives you the chance to stretch your legs, take a walk, or even get something to eat while outside. You can’t do this on a train or an airplane!

See the Sights Up Close

While buses go slowly and travel on the same roads as personal vehicles, one unexpected positive of this is that you’ll be able to see the changing landscape and towns that you pass through. Whether it’s traveling across a desert or through a mountain range, you’re sure to see something interesting.

Meet Your Neighbors

If you’re a social butterfly, the bus might be the best method of travel for you due to the opportunity it gives you to talk to your seatmates. Those sitting next to you are probably just as bored as you are, and it might be the opportunity to start a life-long friendship!

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Car: Pros

The advantages of driving a car around are quite clear. It takes you anywhere at any time, day or night. It helps you carry your luggage and if you’re stuck, it can be a place to crash.

Car: Cons

Cars are the most expensive option and the most likely to get you stranded in the middle of nowhere. They are also the least environmental option.

Train: Pros

For public transport, train travel is relatively comfortable. The seats are better, sometimes with a little table. For long trips, there are food cars or even sleeping cars for overnight travel.

Train: Cons

The most significant problem with trains is their availability. Since they need a station and tracks, your destinations by train are more limited.

Bus: Pros

The biggest advantage of bus travel is the price. Busses are also available almost anywhere, even the most remote town has a bus going to it at least once a day.

Bus: Cons

Busses are great, mostly if you’re small and flexible. For most people, they are just not comfortable.

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Island Hopping

One of the best ways to truly experience Fiji’s exotic beaches is by visiting several islands. While pre-booked tourist boat trips and local flights can be pricey, try going to the port and get on board a local boat, or even a ferryboat, it is a genuine and unique experience.

Public Transport

While taxis are aimed at resort tourists and are quite expensive, taking the local busses is very cheap and is often a great experience. They typically go all around the island for the price of a ticket and can provide a very chill introduction to the local scenery.

Eating Local Food

If you can, eat like a local. This will also make your trip all the more authentic. Go around the markets and look at the unique fruits, vegetables, and spices available. The vendors will often be happy to share tips on how to cook what they sell. Eat at little shops that offer “special fried rice” and buy snacks at roadside stalls.

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Unfortunately, buses can be cramped and uncomfortable. To make your bus experience less painful, here are some tips for how to make your next bus ride more bearable.

Bring a Book

One of the best ways to “get lost” while spending time on a bus is with a good book. It’s easy to forget about the time you have left on a bus and how uncomfortable you are if you’re observed in a quality page-turner.

Sit in the Aisle Seat

Although you may be tempted to go for a window seat to see the scenery while on a long bus ride, we recommend the aisle seat. This will give your legs more room to stretch out so that you don’t feel so claustrophobic.

Bring Relaxing Music to Listen to

Sometimes, when you’re crowded in an uncomfortable bus and you’re at your wits’ end, the best way to decompress and to relax is to listen to relaxing music by an artist that you like.

Dress Comfortably

Instead of wearing tight clothes that might look more fashionable the next time you’re on a bus, we recommend that you wear breathable, loose-fitting clothes that allow you to feel as comfortable as possible.

The post These Four Tips Will Make Long Bus Rides More Comfortable appeared first on Traveler Master.

Seat Choice

If you didn’t get an assigned seat when you bought your ticket, getting there early can make or break your bus ride. Always make sure that you arrive at least 15 minutes before the bus so you can pick the seat that suits you and makes your ride more comfortable.

Getting Comfy

Speaking of making your ride more comfortable, this is much easier to do when you’re there early. You can take everything you need out of your bag and get cozy for your ride without disturbing other passengers.

Sign of Respect

Arriving for your ride a minute before your bus is supposed to leave is very disrespectful towards the driver and your fellow passengers. You’ll need extra time to put your bags inside the luggage compartment, find a seat, and get comfortable, potentially delaying the bus ride for everyone on board.

The post 3 Reasons Why You Should Always Arrive Early For Your Bus Rides appeared first on Traveler Master.

If you do have to travel by bus, however, why not try to make the best of the experience? You might not have ever considered these advantages of bus travel, but you just might be surprised at some of the perks it offers.

More Time to Stretch Your Legs

While it can make the trip longer than you might expect, one advantage of taking the bus is the semi-frequent stops for gas and driver switches. This gives you the chance to stretch your legs, take a walk, or even get something to eat while outside. You can’t do this on a train or an airplane!

See the Sights Up Close

While buses go slowly and travel on the same roads as personal vehicles, one unexpected positive of this is that you’ll be able to see the changing landscape and towns that you pass through. Whether it’s traveling across a desert or through a mountain range, you’re sure to see something interesting.

Meet Your Neighbors

If you’re a social butterfly, the bus might be the best method of travel for you due to the opportunity it gives you to talk to your seatmates. Those sitting next to you are probably just as bored as you are, and it might be the opportunity to start a life-long friendship!

The post Three Unexpected Perks of Bus Travel appeared first on Traveler Master.

Car: Pros

The advantages of driving a car around are quite clear. It takes you anywhere at any time, day or night. It helps you carry your luggage and if you’re stuck, it can be a place to crash.

Car: Cons

Cars are the most expensive option and the most likely to get you stranded in the middle of nowhere. They are also the least environmental option.

Train: Pros

For public transport, train travel is relatively comfortable. The seats are better, sometimes with a little table. For long trips, there are food cars or even sleeping cars for overnight travel.

Train: Cons

The most significant problem with trains is their availability. Since they need a station and tracks, your destinations by train are more limited.

Bus: Pros

The biggest advantage of bus travel is the price. Busses are also available almost anywhere, even the most remote town has a bus going to it at least once a day.

Bus: Cons

Busses are great, mostly if you’re small and flexible. For most people, they are just not comfortable.

The post Car, Bus, or Train: Which Should You Pick? appeared first on Traveler Master.

Island Hopping

One of the best ways to truly experience Fiji’s exotic beaches is by visiting several islands. While pre-booked tourist boat trips and local flights can be pricey, try going to the port and get on board a local boat, or even a ferryboat, it is a genuine and unique experience.

Public Transport

While taxis are aimed at resort tourists and are quite expensive, taking the local busses is very cheap and is often a great experience. They typically go all around the island for the price of a ticket and can provide a very chill introduction to the local scenery.

Eating Local Food

If you can, eat like a local. This will also make your trip all the more authentic. Go around the markets and look at the unique fruits, vegetables, and spices available. The vendors will often be happy to share tips on how to cook what they sell. Eat at little shops that offer “special fried rice” and buy snacks at roadside stalls.

The post Having a Great Time In Fiji On a Budget! appeared first on Traveler Master.

Unfortunately, buses can be cramped and uncomfortable. To make your bus experience less painful, here are some tips for how to make your next bus ride more bearable.

Bring a Book

One of the best ways to “get lost” while spending time on a bus is with a good book. It’s easy to forget about the time you have left on a bus and how uncomfortable you are if you’re observed in a quality page-turner.

Sit in the Aisle Seat

Although you may be tempted to go for a window seat to see the scenery while on a long bus ride, we recommend the aisle seat. This will give your legs more room to stretch out so that you don’t feel so claustrophobic.

Bring Relaxing Music to Listen to

Sometimes, when you’re crowded in an uncomfortable bus and you’re at your wits’ end, the best way to decompress and to relax is to listen to relaxing music by an artist that you like.

Dress Comfortably

Instead of wearing tight clothes that might look more fashionable the next time you’re on a bus, we recommend that you wear breathable, loose-fitting clothes that allow you to feel as comfortable as possible.

The post These Four Tips Will Make Long Bus Rides More Comfortable appeared first on Traveler Master.