Attempting to Pay with USD
The U.S. dollar is the currency in the United States, not the world. While it’s happily accepted in certain places, most of the time it just adds a layer of stress and annoyance for everyone. Caroline Quinn, a travel expert at Black Tomato, recommends taking out local currency on arrival if you forget to bring it with you.
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Having Way Too Much Luggage
Do yourself a favor and resist the urge to overpack. It ups your odds of something going missing in transit, and it might make finding a ride difficult, as smaller cars are more common in some other countries. “It reads a bit amateurish and can impact the vehicles you’re able to fit in, which adds unnecessary costs and stress for both travelers and hosts,” says Quinn.