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How to Purchase Second Hand Souvenirs

Must all souvenirs be purchased during your vacation? The answer is NO.

Often times I visited used book stores or book sales and found a travel guide or picture book of a destination. These have sometimes inspired me to visit a particular site that I had been unaware of.

On occasion, I have also purchased shot glasses for my collection from second hand stores. When I later visited the destination featured on the shot glass, I was able to save valuable time for sightseeing because I no longer had to hunt for a shot glass (which sometimes turned out to be unavailable anyway).

Clearly there is an element of chance involved in finding a second hand item. However the money you will later save while traveling could be significant.

Always be on the lookout for second hand items like:


• Picture books of a destination

Travel guide books

• Nic nacs (shot glasses, spoons, plates etc).

• Other items of interest to you.





Advantages of Second Hand Purchases

• You avoid having to carry larger items as you travel.

• It is often cheaper to purchase second hand items.

• You can purchase items years later as a memento.

• Advanced purchasing may assist you with your travel planning.

• You are less likely to buy on impulse because you are not traveling at the time of your purchase.

• You may purchase something that is valuable for a cheap price.


Disadvantages of Second Hand Purchases

• You may not experience the same pleasant memories of your destination had you purchased the item during your vacation.

• You are purchasing previously owned items.

• The quality of the item may be questionable.

• Printed items are often out-of-date.

• You may never find exactly what you are looking for.


Tips for Purchasing Second Hand Items Related to Travel

• Visit used book stores or book sales.

• Visit second hand stores.





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