I have learned quite a bit from traveling a lot. Last year I had a very crazy travel schedule. This year I vowed that I would not travel nearly that much unless I was traveling to an event, meeting, or conference that I just couldn’t miss. Last year it was go-go-go. This year I’ll be hopping on a plane, but only when absolutely necessary.

Which brings me to my number one travel tip for moms and anyone else for that matter.

Always get adequate sleep before traveling!

That was my biggest problem last year — not sleeping before travel. I packed all night and then hopped on a plane in the morning and by noon I was a wreck and my body felt like it. Repeat that for an entire year and you will feel miserable by December. Trust me!

And my number two tip when flying: Always make sure to drink water instead of soda, juice, wine or alcohol. Your body will thank you for that.

What are your best travel tips especially when you’re flying?

Photo: San Francisco, Pier 39: August 21, 2010