If travel can be likened to living, then not even a minute should go to waste. Undoubtedly, somewhere along the line, valuable time does get hung up on the logistics of travel. But there are ways to minimize your losses. Here are three time-saving travel tips.

1. Find a Quality Hotel Close to Your Tourist Activities

You won’t believe the amount of time you save by booking a hotel that is centrally located! Instead of spending long commutes in the car to and from activities, you’ll cut down on travel time simply by choosing a hotel nearby. Another way to save time is to prioritize hotel quality when it comes to booking. When you secure a hotel that meets your comfort standards, you won’t have to waste vacation time moving to a new hotel, or staying awake all night because of your room conditions. You’ll get restful sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on a full day of fun.

2. Get a Rental Car

Although public transportation and popular ride-sharing services may save money, they don’t always save time. Both options also have limitations based on location and time of day. To save time, consider getting a rental car. To start, you’ll be able to hop right off the plane and get started on the road to your hotel. This same convenience will present itself time and time again throughout your trip. You’ll never experience the time-loss of waiting around for someone to pick you up and all the time saved can be used for more important things: your vacation!

3. Make Reservations Ahead of Time

Don’t waste precious vacation time deciding what to do or waiting in line for tickets. Spend all the time you need at home thoroughly researching all the hotspots. Once you settle on your vacation activities, pay for the tickets and book all your events before you ever set foot in your home away from home. Using this method, you can even make dinner reservations at the city’s best restaurants, or take the opportunity to buy fast passes to skip the lines at amusement parks. Because you are doing things in advance, you have plenty of options.  

When traveling, every minute counts. Travel should be about enjoying your experience, not spending most of your time waiting around or getting from point a to point b. So, before you set out on your next trip, use these three tips during your planning process to help save some time. You’ll be glad you did!