Planning a trip with your friends turns out to be a tough task since it requires taking several decisions. To have a good time during your vacations, you need to cooperate and be receptive to each other’s suggestions.
We all know that everyone wants to have a safe and successful trip. That is why we will give you some advices to have in mind when planning a trip. This way you can enjoy your leisure days at the fullest, without unpleasant surprises.
If you’re planning a trip, don’t forget to…
1. Listen to your friends’ suggestions
Regardless the period and type of the vacation, schedule a meeting, a dinner or simply go drink a coffee with your friends. This kind of initiative will improve your relationship and will allow a healthy brainstorming.
Don’t let this become a nightmare. Listen to your friends’ recommendations and discuss them peacefully. Consider everyone’s expectations will make this a positive experience.
2. Understand everyone’s routines
When you’re planning a trip, please have in mind that every single person has its own routine. So, respect each other’s freedom and look up for a balance in your group dynamics.
Although some preferences and priorities may diverge, it is essential to keep an open dialogue. It’s important to be honest about what all of you want and what could make you uncomfortable during the trip.
3. Define a budget
Once you’re traveling in group, there may be a disagreement on how much to spend in each activity and during the whole trip. Together with your travel mates, create a list of potential daily or weekly costs along the trip. That way you can preview how much you will spend and manage your budget with caution.
4. Choose an accommodation that fits the group needs
The type of accommodation must be defined regarding the number of people in the group, your final budget and the purpose of the trip. The distance to the places you want to visit is also an important thing to take into consideration.
Feel Porto has quite a few apartment clusters for groups. Besides having spacious houses capable of welcome more than 10 guests, we also offer the group the possibility of split and staying in several apartments in the same building. Cleaning and disinfection are certified by the Clean & Safe seal.
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5. Create an itinerary
Sure, there is some flexibility when you go on vacation. However, if you previously define the places to visit, you will have less worries during the trip. Try to get all the information you can about the city and the surrounding areas. Your friends should do the same and later you can all discuss and exchange ideas.
If you are football fans, for example, you will probably value some experiences at the stadium (like a visit to the club’s museum) and an accommodation near supermarkets, restaurants and night out spots.
In a bachelor party there is a whole celebration vibe, and fun adventure experiences must be part of the plan.
Are you traveling with a group of friends and want to discover the charm and history of the city?
If so, you should include in your itinerary a touristic bus trip that allows you to appreciate the most important monuments.
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At Feel Porto you will find premium accommodations and a complete portfolio of experiences to suit every taste, like tours to Port wine cellars, surf classes or cruises in Douro river. Book in advance and arrive in Porto with everything prepared! We can even pick you up at the airport and drop you in your apartment!
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