Top 5 Tips for When it Rains… and Pours

Unfortunately, we all know what it’s like to sit in a hotel room watching the rain pour outside while on vacation. It is especially annoying when you’ve traveled half of the globe just to get there and now have to sit out the bad weather, hoping that there will be at least some time to enjoy the beach or walk around the city, depending on your destination. Sure, you can minimize the likelihood of such a situation by simply traveling to a place with a lower probability of poor weather conditions. Nevertheless, you just can’t be 100% sure that your holiday won’t be spoiled by a heavy rain, strong wind or other manifestations of nature’s ill temper. And if does rain, there are practical ways to diminish the negative impact of bad weather conditions and get the most out of your visit to an interesting and new place you haven’t been before.

Get some sleep

For some people the option of staying in the hotel and enjoying some extra hours of sleep may seem like a crime during vacation. But isn’t vacation about relaxing and getting some rest in general? So why not taking a little nap and sleeping over the rain, especially if you had a long flight and need to adapt to the local time. Your hotel will certainly provide the best atmosphere for enjoying a somewhat vegetable state to replenish your energy and get ready for some active exploration after the rain is over. 

... do as Romans do

When visiting places that are particularly known for their rainy weather such as certain parts of Europe, for example, try following the locals in their activities during bad weather. The folks certainly have it on the subconscious level to engage in certain activities when the rain hits the streets. Maybe there are some popular bars or shopping centers that tend to get crowded during the bad weather because they provide a cozy atmosphere? It never hurts to ask around, and as a result you will both enjoy a nice drink and get to know the locals much better.

Research your options ahead

It is always helpful to do some research regarding the various attractions you may enjoy at the place of your destination, such as museums, palaces, important historical buildings, peculiar sites and other things that can be enjoyed regardless of the weather outside. Even if your holiday is all about the sea and the sun, there are surely sites that will be interesting from other points of view in the place of your stay.

Take a walk in the rain

Some cities become even more charming with the rain washing the streets, creating a more romantic feel to them. The first city of this type that comes into mind is New York, since we all have seen those late autumn streets and skyscrapers lost among the clouds in numerous Hollywood movies. Sure, this is not the only place in the world that can be particularly delightful in the rain, and the only way to find out whether your destination is also romantic beneath the grey clouds is to take an umbrella and enjoy a short walk in the rain. You can always come back to your hotel if you get really wet or jump into one of the bars and take a hot drink to warm things up a bit.

Enjoy the local cuisine

Of course, you’ll probably do it without being pushed by the unpleasant weather. However, enjoying a nice meal of the best local specialties can be even more pleasant while watching the rain outside while you’re eating in a cozy bar, restaurant or café with no need to hurry anywhere else.

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