7 Important Things to Know to Avoid Getting Lost While Traveling

The British man who went missing in Sapa while climbing Fansipan peak is a reminder that getting lost while traveling is completely possible.

If you feel scared and lack confidence because you often get lost, especially while traveling, take a deep breath, read carefully the great tips shared by Road Warriors Voices and Lifehack below, then equip yourself with the best luggage so that you will never have to fall into the situation of "lost in the road" again.

'Locate' clearly where you live

Quickly taking a picture of your hotel can be a useful habit when you’re in a pinch. Without a solid grasp of the information, your driver may not be able to get you to safety.

Information from Lisa Shaw Webb's personal Facebook account said that Aiden Webb (British nationality) went missing on June 2 while participating in a mountain climbing trip at Fansipan (in the Hoang Lien Son range, 9 km southwest of Sapa town).

Follow the crowd

If you are in the city and encounter a language barrier, quickly follow the crowd to get to your desired location.

This is especially useful during rush hour. Following people, we can easily reach train or public bus stations, where there are often information boards for passengers in many different languages.

Choose the main road

When lost, we should actively observe and look for major roads with many signs to help us easily determine the direction.

The fact is that major roads will usually lead to some busy, bustling city or town center.

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Learn to use a compass

When traveling, you should bring a compass or a smartphone with a similar application installed. This is a tool that will greatly assist us in determining our specific direction and location.

Once you arrive in a new place, take careful notes and use a compass to determine the exact direction you need to go. If you get lost, retrace your steps and find a new, more suitable route.

Use nature's 'road signs'

At night, if the sky is clear, we can rely on the North Star to determine the way. In case you want to return to the original location, you should also follow the old landmarks to avoid getting disoriented.

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During the day, we can stick a stick into the ground and mark the end of its shadow, then wait patiently. The shadow of the stick will move from east to west. That is the basis to help you determine the direction in the middle of the deserted, empty place.

Using the map

There is no need to argue about the great benefits of maps. There are many smartphone apps that you can download and use yourself. However, it is also a good idea to have a paper map that can easily fit in your pocket, in case you do not have a mobile signal.

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Basic foreign language preparation

If you are planning to travel to a new country, learn some basic phrases to ask for directions when needed. Also, learn the words that are commonly found on signs.

If you find learning a foreign language too difficult, contact the nearest local hotel. They will quickly send someone to assist you./.

According to VOV