Packing Tips for Summer Travel

Travel, although it seems like a good idea at the time, can be stressful if you're not prepared! Here are some great tips for helping you have a fun and worry-free trip this summer!

LUGGAGE

• Choose a different color of luggage. There are thousands of black suitcases out there that look exactly alike.

• To set your luggage apart, purchase a luggage belt or you can make your own by tying a scarf or ribbon around the handle to quickly identify your bag.

• Always use a luggage tag. If applicable, use a business card instead of using your home address in case someone is watching to see if you won’t be home (burglars)

PACKING FOR THE AIRPORT

• Whenever possible, try to only take a carry-on suitcase to eliminate loss of luggage or having to wait in baggage claim.

• If you do take a carry-on, pack essential items such as toiletries, sun block, makeup, change of clothes and a bathing suit in case your luggage gets lost or delayed.

• Put soap, hairspray/gels, toothbrush in 3 oz. containers and place in a quart-size Zip lock bag.

• Line bottom of the suitcase with a garbage bag to prevent wrinkles and include a bag in between each layer also. Later use bag for dirty clothes.

• Pack heavy items on bottom such as shoes, belts, books and then layer additional items.

• Roll clothes into cylinders to save space and reduce wrinkling.

• Roll undergarments and place them in the 4 corners of the suitcase.

• Put socks in shoes to help keep their shape and save on space.

• Coordinate wardrobe around 1 color. Choose items that can be mixed and matched.

• Bring only familiar, comfortable clothes that you enjoy wearing and fit well.

• Jewelry: Rule of thumb: Don’t take any item that you would be devastated to lose. Use the jewelry organizer when packing.

• Do a trial run packing to help prevent over packing.

Here's wishing you a very safe and happy summer! Happy Traveling!