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Traveling by any mode of transportation can be a frustrating experience. Fortunately, there are some simple steps that will enable you to take some of the hassles out of travel.

1. Find something to entertain yourself with while on the move. My wife and I recently drove for 18 hours from Florida to Texas. We listened to Ipod podcasts for the entire trip. She has hundreds of podcasts and over 18,000 songs on her Ipod.

2. If you are not driving, then take a good, relaxing book with you. I recently read the new Star Wars novel, Betrayal, while traveling.

3. Take a comfortable, memory foam pillow with you. Whether sleeping in a hotel, resting in a car, or sitting on an airplane, a comfortable pillow can make a big difference.

4. Don't drink too many liquids while on the road or in a plane.

5. Take time to enjoy the sites. I like to tour battleships when I travel, and I have paused in the middle of a trip to explore one.

6. Take along someone with you. It can be boring to travel alone.

7. Book the airline, hotel, and rental car in advance. Take the stress out of travel.

8. If you feel overwhelmed, then contact a travel agent or search sites online for ideas.

9. Become friends with the locals when you travel. They can help you in a multitude of ways.

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