|
|
|
China Travel Tips
Survival China Travel Tips and Tricks These China Travel Tips, Survival Techniques, will help you get around and make your trip to China easier, so you will be able to experience the real China with a little less stress. China is an odd beast...
Jasper – Travel to Canada’s Rocky Mountain Paradise
Mention the Canadian Rockies, and most people instantly think of Banff. As the main tourist destination in the Rockies, Banff is very much a commercial town geared to tourism. But for those who like their Rockies a little quieter, 250 kilometres...
Travel Kits - Basic Guide
A BASIC TRAVELLER'S KIT GUIDE
Never be caught unprepared during a trip. Plan ahead and stuff
your bag with essentials things you need. The better prepared
you are, the more fun you will have on the trip. Here's a
checklist of what should be...
Travel to find a Russian bride
Do you agree that the best lessons are lessons given to you by other people who have already made some mistakes so that you wouldn’t repeat them? We are going to have a detailed observation of a certain man’s trip. When coming to Russia he managed...
Ways To Use Backpacks - Travel In Comfort
Backpacks are commonly associated with kids carrying
books to and from school. However, there are many other
ways to use backpacks. Campers, hikers and
mountaineers have been using backpacks for decades. It
allows them to have their hands...
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Travel Tips - Packing the Perfect Suitcase
The thrill of planning a trip will often light you up and consume all of your time. You look through guidebooks, talk to friends about their experiences, and research your itinerary on the internet. Still all this planning and research will not make the task of packing any less daunting.
Who hasn't stood at the foot of their bed with empty suitcases spread on top, the night before a big trip, filled with anxiety because you still haven't packed?!?! You try and try to think about exactly what you should be packed, throwing things in and then taking them out. And you wonder, why didn't any of the guidebooks mention packing? Where are the travel tips for packing?
Well, hopefully this guide will help you, so that you can confidently pack and enjoy the moments leading up to your trip, rather than being stressed over the contents of your bag.
Luggage - I recommend taking one carry-on and one checked suitcase. Shorter trips may allow for a carry-on only, but I would never take more than one checked bag no matter how long you are traveling. Remember, when you get to your destination, you will need to carry your luggage and you don't know how far you'll be lugging it. While we're talking about lugging your luggage... I would recommend selecting a suitcase or pack that had wheels, but that you can also hand carry. There are many varieties of large backpacks with wheels. The reasoning is that if your wheels break off (a common occurrence along cobblestone streets), you will still be able to carry your pack.
Shoes - Bring a pair of sneakers (or boots) for outdoor activities such as hiking, and a dressier pair of closed-toe shoes for museums, dinner's out, or other city activities. If you are traveling to a hot locale, then also bring a pair of sandals that can go from beach to dinner. Resist the urge to bring 10 pairs of shoes!!! As someone who loves shoes, I always want to pack a wide variety... but we must avoid packing too many shoes! They take up space, are heavy, and are an unnecessary addition.
Shorts - When traveling to a hot climate, shorts are often considered a requirement. Still, remember that in many cultures shorts are not considered acceptable. For example, many museums and churches such as the Vatican will not allow you to enter if you are wearing shorts (or have exposed shoulders for that matter). Bring only a pair or two of shorts, and make sure that you have other light weight options for hot weather.
Basics - Bring enough socks
and underwear to last for every day of the trip (up to two weeks) so that you will not need to do laundry. For longer trips, understand that you will likely need to do laundry on the road if you do not want to bring ridiculous amounts of luggage. As far as shirts, pants, skirts, and the rest... Bring clothes that could be worn during the day or at night, and as a general rule bring half as many items as you have days. Wearing items twice should be no problem, and you will significantly lighten your load.
Rolling - To avoid wrinkles and use your precious packing area to the max, fold your clothes in half (in the long direction), then roll as smoothly and tightly as possible. When you arrive at your destination, your clothes will unroll wrinkle-free. Stuff socks and underwear into your shoes and carefully place the shoes on top of the rows or rolled clothes.
Toiletries - Bring all of your toiletries in travel size containers. Full size shampoo bottles add unneeded weight to your pack. After selecting your toiletries, place all items into zip-lock bags. If a bottle bursts during travel, you will be much relieved to have the protection. If you are bringing make-up, keep it to the bare necessities, avoid bringing extras like eyelash curlers. Any prescription medication should be accompanied by the actual prescription and if possible, a note from your physician. Keep the medication, as well as your toothbrush and toothpaste in your carry-on, just in case your luggage is lost.
If you follow these basic packing rules, you will find that the process of packing and carrying your luggage will be much easier. Additionally, you will be able to enjoy your travels much easier knowing that you have brought what you need, but can still carry the load.
Enjoy your trip (and your packing!)!
For more travel tips check out <A HREF="http://www.yourlifepassion.com/TravelTips.html">Your Life Passion's Travel Tips
Also check out <A HREF="http://www.yourlifepassion.com/TripoftheWeek.html">Our Trip of the Week Destinations! for new and exciting travel ideas.
About the Author
Michelle is a travel, art, and architecture buff who has recently moved to Seattle after living in Honolulu, Chicago, Gloucester Massachusetts, and Delft Netherlands. In between studying and working in design, she dreams travel and works to help others compare and select vacation options via the <A HREF="http://www.yourlifepassion.com/">Your Life Passion Website!
|
|
|
|
|
|