Despite the fun, stress often accompanies travel. Thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to ensure a smooth trip. Ahead are some great tips that will help you have more fun and less stress.

Calling a family or friend when you leave and arrive on a trip isn’t just for kids. It is a good way to put them at ease, and also to make sure that if something goes wrong on your trip, someone will know about it quicker. If you have not called by a certain time, and they cannot reach you, this person will be able to take appropriate actions to find you or find out what happened.

Choose an aisle seat on the plane. A window seat has a view, but a seat at the aisle allows you more freedom in accessing your overhead bags, restrooms, getting attention of the service staff, and free …