Going Somewhere? Packing Tips for any Trip!
In light of a trip I am about to take with my family (as I’m sure many of you will also be traveling during the holiday season), I thought it would be a great idea to give packing advice. The challenge of packing for any trip is being prepared for different scenarios without bringing your entire wardrobe! In order to meet the challenge without paying the extra $25 fee for your luggage weighing over 50 pounds, there are a few basic rules to follow. First and foremost it is always a good idea to pack your favorite pieces. That being said, its always a bad idea to pack that new shirt you bought three months ago (yes, the one with the tags still perfectly in tact) that you have yet to wear. Despite it being frigidly cold outside this time of year, it is best to pack light sweaters over thick sweaters. Layering two thin sweaters gives the same warmth as one thick suitcase-hogging sweater. In regards to fabric choice, it is better to pack wrinkle-resistant knits, than wovens. What about shoes? Pack a maximum of three pairs; two in your suitcase, one on your feet. This makes you think through potential outfits prior to loading your luggage. Last but certainly not least, bottoms. You will have to decide on pants or skirts depending the interest of your trip. Whichever you chose, pack two. One versatile pant or skirt and one that will dress up any outfit.
And of course, do not forget your necessities such as your toothbrush!
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Have a great time on your family trip..Our daughter was a flight attendant for several years and we flew stand-by a lot during that time. We could stay 2 weeks (in the summer) and only take 1 carry-on case per person. Rolling clothes instead of folding really takes a lot less space and be sure to fill shoes with little items.. All but a few airlines are charging $15 to $25 for the first checked bag now. Most condos have washers and dryers which can really cut down on the items one packs.