The Travel Advice That’s Secretly Ruining Your Trips (Stop Following These Tips in 2026)

🔍 What travel advice should you avoid in 2026? This video holds nothing back!

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0:00 Introduction
0:35 'Visit Before it's Too Popular' Trap
1:15 'Social Media Hidden Gem' Trap
2:50 'Travel Like a Local' Trap
3:55 'Free WiFi' Trap
5:35 'Shoulder/Off-Season' Trap
6:18 'Spontaneity' Trap
7:29 'Must-See' Trap
8:16 'Carry-on Only Travel' Trap
9:22 'Airport Taxis are a Scam' Trap
10:25 'Google Translate is King' Trap
11:17 'Just Book Airbnbs' Trap
12:08 'No Cash Needed or Cash is King' Trap
13:18 'Cheapest Flight' Trap
14:31 'Google Maps is King' Trap
15:17 'Last Minute Deals' Trap
16:23 'New Destinations Only' Trap

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