Baggies
- 2 sizes. Large for laundry that hasn't dried, damp face cloth, etc. Medium and
small for belts and other accessories such as jewelry, exposed film and bottles
that might leak. Seperate bags, of course.
Flight Bag - this
is a small, lightweight carry-on that can be folded flat and takes practically
no room when it is placed on the bottom of your bag.
Clock with an
alarm.
Clothing, Carry
half in your carry-on, half in a partner's bag if traveling with someone. If one
of the bags is lost, you will still have half your clothes. This should not
happen if you have a carry-on or travel as part of a bus tour, but someone COULD
take off with your bag by mistake.
Ear Plugs - great
for flying in small commuter planes or on that bus trip - they can be noisy.
Flashlight - carry
a small flashlight, it comes in handy during the night if you have to get up and
don't want to disturb your traveling companions. You'll be waking in a
unfamiliar room, don't chance walking into a table in the dark.
Gifts - you might
wish to take gifts to give to local people as well as to hosts. If going to a
foreign country, take something that is typical of your country.
Jacket, Hat and Gloves
- if necessary, depending on destination's season. Check with your tour
organizer for advice as everyone feels cold differently.
Sweater or light jacket
- comes in handy where air-conditioners are turned very low.
Hair Dryer - with
dual-voltage capability. Take only if there's doubt that one is available in the
hotel. If you don't have one with dual-voltage, be sure you have a converter and
the proper plugs for the countries you are visiting.
Laundry Bag - carry
a plastic laundry bag for soiled or worn clothing. Most hotels have these, but
your roomies may beat you to them.
Laundry Clips -
have clips with hooks on end to hang up hose or under garments to dry.
Misc. - Needle,
thread, safety pins, rubber bands, other related items.
Night clothes plus
robe and slippers, if necessary.
Small Backpack -
small one for times when you will not want to wear a hip pack.
Raincoat (plastic
with hood) - better than umbrella, takes less space, and is excellent as a
windbreaker.
Shoes - extra pair
for walking.
Tights - a simple
solution for very cold areas. They take very little room but provide much
warmth.
Toothbrush Cap - a
cap for over the brush takes much less room than conventional tooth brush
holder.
Travel data Wet Ones - or
something similar for cleaning hands before eating on plane. They come in handy
other times, also.
