For example, WSJ travel reporter Jacob Passy warns travelers about the dangers of bringing or consuming drugs on cruise ships, even if they are legal in some states or countries. He says that cruise lines have strict policies and penalties for drug possession and use, and that travelers can face drug-sniffing dogs, searches, confiscation, fines, arrests, and lifetime bans. He also advises travelers to check the local laws and regulations before traveling, and to avoid buying or accepting drugs from strangers.
Tip #5: Share your stories, but keep some secrets
The fifth and final step to a successful trip is to share your stories, but keep some secrets. Traveling is a wonderful way to create stories, memories, and connections. But traveling also involves some privacy, mystery, and intimacy. How do you share your stories and keep some secrets?
Sharing your stories and keeping some secrets means being expressive, generous, and social, but also being discreet, selective, and personal. Sharing your stories and keeping some secrets can make your trip more meaningful, inspiring, and special.
For example, WSJ travel editor Tony Perrottet suggests finding and visiting the places where the old Hollywood stars lived, worked, and played, such as the [hot dog stand] where Marilyn Monroe met Joe DiMaggio, or the [theater] where Charlie Chaplin premiered his films. He says that these places can offer a glimpse into the glamorous and fascinating lives of the celebrities, but they also have a sense of mystery and nostalgia that can’t be captured by photos or words.
So there you have it: five tips on how to travel like a Wall Street Journalist. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, for a week or a month, for a city or a country, these tips can help you make the most of your trips. Happy travels!
