India, March 11 -- Getting your passport stamped is a dream come true for many. Seeing the world out there, beyond your homeland, is a thrilling experience, ticking off that bucket list moment you have been eyeing for a long time. It feels surreal to finally stand in a place you have only seen in reels, pictures, movies or travel posters.ALSO READ: Stressed over trip planning as a couple? Top 5 tips for a perfect vacation: Budgeting to dividing responsibilities

As a first-time traveller, the excitement may make one giddy, ticking off all the things you plan to do once you arrive. But do not let this enthusiasm sideline strategic planning. Otherwise, small mistakes that are often overlooked may derail expectations from the internal intern...