Trip Tips - Travel Tips

What to Pack and How to Pack it!
The following is a list of things to consider taking on a trip. Not everything is appropriate for every trip. You consider the weather, the activities in which you'll be involved, etc. Be sure you place your NAME and TELEPHONE NUMBER both INSIDE and OUTSIDE all your luggage. This is absolutely ESSENTIAL if you do not want to lose it forever.

CARRY-ON
Use a standard size carry-on similar to the ones flight crews use. Choose a model with sturdy wheels and handle. You will find that a carry-on is sufficient on most trips.

WHAT TO PACK

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.

Clock with an alarm.

Layered Clothing. Flat comfortable shoes, light jacket and dress cloths for upscale evening activities.

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.

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.

Laundry Bag - carry a plastic laundry bag for soiled or worn clothing. Most hotels have these, but your roomies may beat you to them.

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.

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.

HIP PACK
Wear a hip pack in place of carrying a purse. Wear the hip pack under clothing: under coat, jacket or blouse and in front of your body, not over hip in back or side. (If you elect to wear a small backpack on your back, be sure to place valuables elsewhere on your person or in camera case.)

CAMERA BAG
One of the most important thing to carry on a trip is your camera. Bring plenty of film, as film can be very expensive at popular tourist attractions.

As you travel, you have to keep track of your personal items. Wear or carry a coat or jacket and your watch. Naturally, we do not mean for you take every item listed here. Review your travel itinerary and the climate in the area you plan to visit and pack accordingly.