Kazimierz Dolny 5766 -I'm not sure why I put up this picture, but I like it.
This a post that has been a long time in the making -in fact, in various forms this was to be one of the earliest posts put up here . . .
The Letters of Thought Guide to Travel
Perhaps this will be a running guide, with regular updates -but for now, here is a list of the most important travel tips that I have, to be elaborated later.
-Towel: The most massively useful thing bring, don't leave home with out it -besides its normal use, it doubles as a blanket, a pillow, a tent, a tablecloth, a rope, a damp towel can be used to block the gap between the door and floor to help stop noxious gases or smoke from entering the room, a bag to hold one's clothes in, a whip, a hat, as a "sling" for a broken arm, and (possibly) a parachute.
-Box of Matzos: They don't go bad and the box, when combined with the towel (see above), makes for a great headrest.
-Hotels have the free maps: When you arrive in a town, go directly to a nice hotel (at least three stars) and ask for a map -they'll gladly give you one for free, with your location (in the hotel) clearly marked out on it.
-Get Lost: Stay off the beaten path (and your map will help you get back)
-Bike: Life is better when you ride bikes . . . at least that's what I saw written on a wall in the Golan. Renting a bikes gives you a good view of the city, with the ability to move and cover ground.
-Bring a bathing suite: You never know when you'll need one.
-Try experience something local: as a Kosher consumer, it isn't possible to usually try many of the local dishes -I have since settled upon tasting the local beers, as it gives a taste of local life, and actually speaks a lot about the region.
-Start a collection: After meeting the Roving Doctor, I realized that there is something nice about starting a collection of mementos.
-Camera: As should be understood.
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