ECONOMY & WORK
MONEY 101
NEWS
PERSONAL FINANCE
NET WORTH
About Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use DMCA Opt-out of personalized ads
© Copyright 2023 Market Realist. Market Realist is a registered trademark. All Rights Reserved. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.
MARKETREALIST.COM / ECONOMY & WORK

Check Out This Influencer's Travel Hacks Which May Sound Simple But Come in Handy

With a following of 85,000, this social media influencer claims her videos showcase the "best" travel hacks.
PUBLISHED MAR 16, 2024
Cover Image Source: Travel Hacks | TikTok | @gracietravels
Cover Image Source: Travel Hacks | TikTok | @gracietravels

Traveling isn't just about heading to popular destinations, as the younger generation is exploring new experiences driven by a growing awareness of the world around them. In the age of social media, travel hacks have become a staple of online content, with creators on platforms like TikTok sharing their insights and tips with eager audiences. One such creator, Gracie (@graciestravels), has garnered a following of 85,000 with her videos, claiming to showcase the "best" travel hacks, which help wanderers navigate uncharted territory without straying beyond their budget.

Image Source: TikTok | gracietravels
Image Source: TikTok | @gracietravels

Gracie's first hack involves circumventing liquid restrictions on flights by freezing water bottles before heading to the airport. While this may be a novel idea for some, travelers within Australia might find it unnecessary due to the lack of liquid restrictions on domestic flights.

However, for international travelers, it presents a practical solution to the 100ml liquid limit. Yet, it's worth noting that consuming excess water before security checks or refilling the bottle after those might not be feasible for everyone, especially given the concerns about hygiene when it comes to airplane bathrooms.

Her second hack suggests taping a hair at the bottom of the door frame to monitor unauthorized entry. While this method seems logical in theory, its effectiveness is questionable in practice. It overlooks scenarios involving room service or housekeeping, where legitimate entries are common, undermining the reliability of this method.

Image Source: TikTok | gracietravels
Image Source: TikTok | @gracietravels

She goes on to offer advice on securing a desirable seat in economy class by being the last to board. "Now that you’re the last person on the plane you’ll get to see all the empty seats so you can opt to choose whatever is available and hopefully you’ll get a row all to yourself," she says.

While this tactic may yield success on flights with unassigned seating or during off-peak hours, it's unlikely to be effective on fully booked flights or during popular travel times. In addition to that, airlines increasingly assign seats in advance, ruling out the possibility for a last-minute seat selection.

Image Source: TikTok | alice mushrooms
Image Source: TikTok | @alicemushrooms

Gracie suggests that maintaining loyalty to a single hotel chain, can help travelers accumulate points and unlock perks such as upgrades. "Loyalty programs from hotel chains and airlines offer valuable benefits such as discounted rates and room upgrades," she says.

She further emphasizes the significance of carrying a universal power adapter, drawing from her own experiences in foreign lands. Although seasoned travelers may find this advice obvious, it can make a lot of difference for new globetrotters who may be unfamiliar with the differing electrical standards across countries.

Image Source: TikTok | alex
Image Source: TikTok | @alex

The abundance of travel hacks on platforms like TikTok underscores the enduring appeal of wanderlust and the inventive methods travelers employ to enrich their adventures. However, the question arises. Are Gracie's travel hacks genuinely groundbreaking, or do they resemble age-old advice?

Ultimately, the answer depends on individual perspective. While some may find her tips insightful, others might see them as just clever reiterations of familiar strategies.

For more such travel-related content, you can follow Gracie (@gracietravels) on TikTok.

MORE ON MARKET REALIST
Steve Harvey is a patient host but some things just get on his nerves and he makes it clear.
6 hours ago
The veteran host could not control his laughter after realizing the prank his colleagues had pulled.
7 hours ago
Few people expected those words to come from the new host of the popular game show.
10 hours ago
The Price is Right has always seen emotional contestants but this moment was just epic.
1 day ago
Mark Cuban has a good eye for potentially successful businesses but this one was just special.
1 day ago
The veteran host usually makes fans laugh with his words and not his actions but this was epic.
1 day ago
This contestant sure had a lot of nerve to say what he did about the mother of his child on TV.
1 day ago
The Reddit user wasn't expecting a former contestant to share insights on cracking the puzzles.
2 days ago
It didn't turn out to be something serious but it was still a traumatic experience for the customer.
2 days ago
The veteran host is usually a sympathetic individual but this one was a hilariously freakish moment.
3 days ago
Costco might be one of the biggest supermarket chains but that's not going to save it from criticism.
3 days ago
The model and the host have both been on the show for several years and are close friends.
3 days ago
Everyone makes mistakes but this one was just way too bizarre to be left out of the show.
3 days ago
Ryan Seacrest has hosted the show to the best of his abilities but he can't please everyone.
3 days ago
Not every game show host ends their respective program with those three words, which is unique.
4 days ago
The decision drew widespread criticism on social media and it is understandable why that is the case
4 days ago
The day could not have gone any better for the contestant who hit the jackpot on the show.
4 days ago
The shopper then went on mission to get her stuff back in 'John Wick' style.
5 days ago
There have been several incidents of Costco products not living up to quality standards.
5 days ago
There have been several wild moments on the show but this was something else.
6 days ago