Life Kit How to plan your dream vacation
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Feb 23, 2026 
Lale Ara Coglu, travel journalist and Condé Nast Traveler director, offers practical planning wisdom. She guides listeners to define a trip mission and budget, choose seasons to avoid crowds, and research beyond viral trends. Conversations cover who to travel with, responsible spending that supports locals, and crafting flexible itineraries that leave room for downtime and surprises.
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Start With Your Trip’s Mission
- Define what you want from a trip before picking a destination so your plans match your needs.
- Lale Ara Coglu says set the trip's mission (relaxation, adventure, solo growth) first.
Set A Realistic Travel Budget
- Decide a realistic budget and start saving early using tools like savings apps or a travel fund.
- Lale Ara Coglu emphasizes you can have a big trip on a budget and consider nearby options.
Stretch Time With Holidays And Shoulder Seasons
- Use holiday weekends and shoulder seasons to stretch limited vacation days and avoid peak prices.
- Lale Ara Coglu recommends choosing off-peak timing for better experiences and less crowding.