The principles of hitchhiking will come in handy for anyone who decides to choose a slightly unconventional form of travel. These rules should be known not only to digital nomadsbut basically everyone trying their luck at this free move from one place to another. And what are the "best" things about this kind of travel?
- The most comfortable
- The greenest
- Cheapest
If you decide to hitchhike in a particular country, you should know principles of tracking leading to successful and fast transport. Please also check in advance whether this activity is permitted in your chosen destination.
Thumbs up, everyone knows
One of the first and main principles is to stop such a vehicle. You should make it clear to passing drivers that you are hitchhiking. To do this. use your hand. Lift it up, bend it slightly and raise your thumb. To be successful, choose a place where the car can stop. At the same time, you should be visible for a sufficient distance.
Tracking principles - Questions and answers
Everyone probably correctly suspects that women have a much greater advantage than men when hitchhiking. You can also count on the fact that fewer people have a higher chance compared to a larger group. We bring you more useful hints and tips with the questions and answers below.
In places with higher speed limits. Avoid even rough sections and try to hitchhike on the flat, not on or over a hill.
A decent appearance is, of course, the way to success. Try to be neat, well-groomed and well-dressed.
If you manage to stop the car, be communicative while driving. Often approach the driver's conversation to keep him or her happy so that you have a chance to reach your destination.
Be sure not to get ahead of the other hitchhikers in the area. First come, first served.
Yes, if you write your destination or the abbreviation of the town on an A4 sign, you have a better chance of being stopped by a driver going in that direction.
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