Rule 1: Dont get attached
Explanation: Like I need to explain
Rule 2: Don't panic, there's always a way
Explanation: No matter how wrong things go, there is always a way out. Panicing will just make it take longer.
Rule 3: Don't turn down the offer of going for a drink.
Explanation: Be honest... what better things have you got to do if you're in a situation where you can be asked that?
Rule 4: Don't be afraid to be a tourist.
Explanation: Because most of the time you are one. Get use to it. You're gonna get lost and need to use that guidebook sometime.
Rule 5: Always carry a drink with you
Explanation: Alcoholic or non it can be a wonderful conversation starter.
Rule 6: Always have a condom... in fact always have two.
Explanation: If I need to explain why you need one, forget this rule because you ain't gonna get laid being that stupid. But you need two so that you have one for you and one for your mate who forgot theirs.
Rule 7: Always carry toilet paper
Explanation: 'Cos there is nothing worse than being stuck without it!
Rule 8: ID is important
Explanation: Getting into nightclubs, letting hostel/hotels know who you are, proving your age etc
Rule 9: Language doesn't need to be a barrier
Explanation: Indulge in the fantastic universal language of mime!
Rule 10: When offered something you need, just take it!
Explanation: Don't be stupidly polite and if they are offering for free that means you don't have to give anything back.
Rule 11: If you're bored there is only one person who can cure that... YOU!
Explanation: Get off your ass and do something ya BUM!
Rule 12: Having a plan is good but it isn't always neccessary
Explanation: Going with the flow can be rewarding and fun and there is invariably going to be a point when your plans will fall through and you have to wing it.
Rule 13: Don't turn down a free meal.
Explanation: You order, they pay... show me a downfall!
Rule 14: Suit Yourself
Explanation: You've been looking forward to this trip for ages! Are you really gonna spend it catering to someone else's needs? Being able to compromise is a favourable asset on the road but never feel you shouldn't do what you want to please someone else.
Rule 15: Don't be afraid to ask for help... but don't interupt intimate and emotional moments.
Explanation: Interupting these means you won't much help usually
Rule 16: Pointing, a smile and a thumbs up can get you practically anywhere.
Explanation: Use in conjunction with Rule 9.
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