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one night. Every trip—and every traveler—needs slack time (laundry, picnics,
people-watching, and so on). Pace yourself. Assume you will return.
Reread this topic as you travel, and visit local tourist information offices
(abbreviated as TI in this topic). Upon arrival in a new town, lay the ground-
work for a smooth departure; get the schedule for the train, bus, or boat that
you'll take when you depart. Drivers can study the best route to their next des-
tination.
Get online at Internet cafés or your hotel, and carry a mobile phone (or
use a phone card) to make travel plans: You can find tourist information, learn
the latest on sights (special events, tour schedule, etc.), book tickets and tours,
make reservations, reconfirm hotels, research transportation connections, and
keep in touch with your loved ones.
Enjoy the friendliness of the Scandinavian people. Connect with the cul-
ture. Set upyourownquest forthe best
kringle,
stave church, or
smörgåsbord
.
Slow down and be open to unexpected experiences. Ask questions—most loc-
als are eager to point you in their idea of the right direction. Keep a notepad in
your pocket for noting directions, organizing your thoughts, and confirming
prices. Wear your money belt, learn the currency, and figure out how to estim-
ate prices in dollars. Those who expect to travel smart, do.
