As fun as it is, it can be costly and chew up a ton of time.Here are some helpful tips for making the most of your precious vacation both enjoyable and affordable.

Be wary of people pretending to be officials when you are traveling in a foreign country. Do not let anyone have your passport unless you are sure they may steal it. Do not get into a vehicle with someone you don’t know.

A luggage tag on the outside of your luggage can easily lost in transit.

A desert contains beautiful vegetation and animals that often are not seen anywhere else.

When traveling abroad, it is a good idea to prepare for unexpected events, such as a lost passport. The United States Department of State has a website and embassies in most places. You can go to the US Embassy website for a lost passport or some other emergency. …