Continued from last week….

Packing Tips:

• Pack only what you can put into your carry-on luggage. Travel is much faster this way and depending on the airline, much cheaper.
• Valuables, medicines (Benadryl -a must), sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray, swim suit/cover-up, flip-flops, electronics, are a must.
• Also make sure to include an extra 3 days of any prescription medicine you take for emergencies.
• Don’t carry scissors or metal objects that can cut (i.e. clippers) with you unless you are going to check your luggage.
• Stick to your apparel list. Rule of Thumb: Mix-n-Match clothes to reduce volume.
• Pack lightweight garments that breathe and can dry quickly.
• Use every space imaginable, i.e. inside shoes, pocketbooks, even on your person, etc.
• Dress up for your flight, it’s one less thing to pack and it’s a great way to start your vacation.
• Roll clothes and lay dresses flat (stop wrinkles by rolling clothes in the plastic wrap from the dry cleaner bags-it works great!)
• Put all liquids in plastic bags – liquids shouldn’t be more than 3oz bottles and put in a 1-quart clear bag. Check out the official FAA Guidelines for specifics.
• Keep candy and gum in a pocket.
• Always pack a light sweater for the evening and a travel umbrella.
• If you like your drinks cold, pack an insulated mug or a huggie for the beach.
• Never pack your documents or passports. They should be accessible at all times.
• Pack dry snacks (preferably with protein) to help handle possible flight delays.

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