Tarreyn Travel Philosophies

As you know, I just returned from a long trip across the pond. 
When you travel that long, you learn some things, you forget some things, and you definitely develop a certain outlook on traveling.
Here are some finite philosophies I developed:

• Calories don't exist on Vacation
• Hostel Showers fall into the definite DON'T category
• You will never regret taking too many pictures
• Don't take too many pictures so that you're not in the moment
• Don't think about whether something is too "touristy" just think about if it's something YOU want to do
• There are very few things "you HAVE" to see - do things YOU want to do
• PACK. LIGHT. (Carryon's are the way to go)
• Do your best to attempt to speak the language of the country you're in
• Day Drink
• Allow yourself to sleep (Jet Lag's a bitch)
• Don't waste time standing in lines - there are too may back streets and surprises to discover
• Hangovers Happen. Don't give them the power to ruin a minute of your trip
• Try things you wouldn't normally do
• People Watch
• Pack more toothpaste than you think you'll need. Running out sucks.
• Strike a balance between lots of planning and allowing for spontaneity
• Always pack a swimsuit. Seriously. Even when you really don't think you'll need it
• Turn your phone off
• Traveling is stressful - be kind to yourself
• Don't buy souvenirs just for the sake of it. Find something that really means something and helps you remember your trip.
• HYDRATE
• CAFFEINATE
• Ladies always pack a LBD (little black dress), Gents always have a nice shirt
• Send postcards. They don't take that much time and people love receiving them
• Try not to stress too much about money. You can make more. Have the trip you really want.
• Do cheesy things
• When traveling with another person, fights will happen. It's all good. 
• Skype is amazing
• Bloody Mary's were invented for being on airplanes. Take advantage.
• Also take advantage of train dining cars
• Sometimes unfortunate events end up making the funniest/best memories
• Learn about the place you're visiting. It will make it so much more fun and interesting (Watching trip-themed movies is fun too)
• Stop and smell the flowers
• Eat EVERYTHING