Maximize your free time on an Intrepid trip by tailoring it to your unique travel style. Whether it’s a few hours in the evening or an entire day in a new city, how you spend your downtime can make all the difference in your travel experience.
The free time you get during your trip is all yours to fill as you please. Do you prefer to squeeze in as much as possible or take it slow? Will you venture solo or gather a crew to join you on an impromptu adventure? These are all valid options, but how do you decide what’s best for you? To help guide your decisions, take a fun quiz below to determine what type of “free-timer” you are. Once you know your style, you can make the most of your time, whether you’re in a bustling city or a quiet countryside.
How do you decide what takeaway to order?
a. Whatever Uber Eats says will get here fastest.
b. Something shareable I can bring to a potluck.
c. Comfort food like mum used to make.
d. Something I can’t pronounce but the guy at the counter said would change my life.
What do you like to do when it rains?
a. Watch the weather radar to see when it’ll pass so I can get on with my day.
b. Send reels to the group chat.
c. Open the windows, lie down, and listen to the pitter-patter.
d. Explore a new-to-me neighbourhood – life doesn’t stop when it rains.
What’s your go-to Friday night activity?
a. Get in a workout and a load of laundry before my reservation at a new restaurant that just opened.
b. Whatever my friends feel like doing.
c. Hot bath, a good book, and asleep before 10.
d. Checking out that Lebanese place that a cab driver recommended three weeks ago.
It’s day one of your trip, and you realize you forgot to pack shirts. How do you react?
a. Psshh, I would never forget anything.
b. Ask someone at the welcome meeting if I can borrow one of theirs.
c. Meh, I’m sure I’ll find a shop that sells shirts eventually.
d. Hit up a local tailor and get something spiffy that doubles as a shirt and a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
What’s your approach to planning your weekend?
a. Do you want it in a calendar or spreadsheet? I’ve got both. For the next six weekends.
b. Polling the group chat.
c. Hot bath, a good book, asleep before 10 – times two.
d. Find an unfamiliar band name on a street poster and hit up a live show.
When you land in a new city, what’s the first thing you do?
a. Check in early (I already requested it) and hit up the café I pinned to my trip’s Pinterest board four months ago.
b. Ask a fellow traveller if they want to go explore the city.
c. Sprawl out on the hotel bed and rate my mattress’s comfort on a scale of 1 to mmmmm.
d. Ask the gate agent in the local language about the best spots to watch the sunset.
What show are you binging right now?
a. The Bear. I thrive on a little organised and properly labelled chaos.
b. Friends. Has there BEEN a greater group of pals ever?
c. Our Planet II. David Attenborough narrating slow-mo birds is my kind of ASMR.
d. Street Food. Just to point out the places I visited before they blew up on Netflix.
The Results
- Mostly As: Fill-the-day Type A
You’re all about making the most of every minute, and your free time is no different. From guided tours to impromptu activities, you’re the type to pack your day with adventures. Expect to hit up a local museum, cycle along the coast, and catch a pop-up dance class all in one afternoon. You love structure and efficiency, ensuring you see as much as possible before the day ends. With a penchant for optimal planning, you’re guaranteed to make your trip unforgettable.
- Mostly Bs: Join a Crew and Get Lost
For you, it’s all about the journey, not the destination. Your free time revolves around connection, so you love to gather a crew of fellow travellers and see where the day takes you. Forget the maps – the best experiences come from getting lost and letting the wind guide you. Whether you’re hiking, finding a hidden café, or exploring back alleys, you’re all about the people and the spontaneous fun they bring along the way.
- Mostly Cs: Relax and Roll with It
You’re on holiday, and nothing says relaxation like taking your time. When it rains, you’ll find the perfect spot to cozy up with a book, or stroll through a garden at a leisurely pace. You don’t need much to enjoy your free time—just a hot bath, a comfy spot to unwind, and a few peaceful moments to recharge. You’re the type of traveller who savours the small moments, ensuring you’re refreshed and ready for more adventures without the rush.
- Mostly Ds: Live Like a Local
Why follow a guidebook when you can live like the locals? When it comes to free time, you’re all about authenticity. You want to connect with the culture in a deeper way, so you’ll ask locals for their favourite hangouts and hidden spots. Whether it’s the best sunset view or a secret hole-in-the-wall restaurant, you’re keen to immerse yourself in the local way of life. Get ready for an off-the-beaten-path experience that’s unique to your trip.