Holidays aren’t cheap, even if you find bargain flights and low-cost accommodation, it’s still your hard-earned cash you’re spending. Most of us like to get good value. So, here are some tips to help you get the most out of your holiday.

Take out the right health insurance

You can prevent unpleasant surprises by buying international medical insurance, just in case you need medical treatment while you’re abroad. The cost might seem like another expense but can save you money. United Healthcare Global have coverage in over 150 countries, and they make it easy to find the right level of cover for you. So, you won’t have to guess or spend more than you need to.

Learn a language

If you truly want to experience the culture of the places you visit, why not learn one of their most common languages? For example, if you travel to Venice, you might learn Italian. Then, you can communicate with the locals, make new friends and find it easier to blend in while seeing more than just the area from a tourist’s point of view.

Try things you wouldn’t do at home

Many people have their favourite things, and preferences for certain foods and where they like to go. However, going on holiday is a great time to step out of your comfort zone and try things you wouldn’t do at home. This could be trying new cuisine, or taking part in local traditions. Being on holiday means that any embarrassment doesn’t matter. Most people won’t know you, and even if they find your reaction funny to a local dish, or you make a mistake trying a new activity, you’re unlikely to see them again when you return home. You may also discover a new interest you can pursue, so you have nothing to lose.

Live in the moment

Photos can be great for looking back on and sharing with the people who weren’t there at the time. However, by taking fewer photos, you can enjoy the moment more, and still have a couple of photos for your album or to share on social media.Even the best photos aren’t as good as seeing something and experiencing it for yourself. So, make the most of your holiday by living in the moment and reducing how many photos you take.

Make some plans

If you’re visiting somewhere for the first time, plan ahead. Look online and decide where you want to go and how close this is to where you’re staying, so you can plan enough time. Book tickets in advance wherever possible, because some of these sell out quickly. Don’t over plan though. Leave at least a few hours a day to explore the area or just to be spontaneous. It’s meant to be fun, not a list of things to tick off.By following some of these suggestions, you could get more out of your travelling experiences. So, be adventurous, plan the bigger parts of your trip, but live in the moment and see where it leads you.

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.