4. If you go early, you will most definitely avoid crowds.

Some popular spots are always crowded such as New York City’s famed Times Square—no matter the time you arrive there. So, going early to a popular destination spot in order to avoid crowds isn’t a rule to follow.

In fact, recent studies found that tourists tend to leave when sun is up. So, the trick is to go in the middle of the day, when some tourists want to avoid sun exposure and others want enjoy the lunch. (Don’t forget your sunscreen, especially if your skin is sensitive.)