10 Things Not To Pack on Your Next Trip
Many of us often over pack and with things we may not need. What you don’t pack can be as important as what you do pack. Read this list and it will help you avoid extra fees and hassles when traveling…
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Diamond earrings
Do not pack diamond earrings (or rubies or sapphires or similar) or anything of value that you’d hate to lose. Stuff goes missing, things get stolen, items get broken. You cannot count on airlines to cover your losses. If you must bring diamond earrings, wear them or pack them in a carry-on and then place them in a hotel safe. Better yet, leave the jewelry at home.
Unidentified Objects
Airline, airport and security lost & found departments are filled with expensive electronics that are without owners because they cannot be identified. Make it for easier on everyone, tape or glue temporary tags to items that include your phone and/or email (a business card will do).
Alcohol
Unless it’s in a checked-bag, security will confiscate it. Tip: Buy your bottles at your destination, or ship such gifts ahead along with other bulky or fragile items.
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Family size bottles and tubes
When checking a bag, large or medium size bottles of shampoo, conditioner, sun screen, hand lotion and face cream take up alot of space, plus overweight fees can reach $200 or more. If staying with relatives, help yourself to their stuff and do the same for them when they visit you. If staying at a hotel, many provide such items for free or ask for them at the front desk.
Blow Dryers
Save the space in your bag for something more important like souvenirs. Hair dryers are standard bathroom fixtures in even the cheapest motels.
Books
Load up on E-books. You will save space and be able to take as many books as you like, at your fingertips without lugging a bag of heavy books around.
Three pairs of shoes
Most of us can make do with two: a good pair of walking shoes and maybe something dressier or a pair of sandals, depending on the destination. Suggestion: Wear one pair, pack the other. Pack each shoe in a separate plastic bag, so they won’t dirty clothes.
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An excess of outfits
Nobody really cares what you wear when you travel, and unless your clothing is totally outlandish. Go ahead and repeat outfits. Avoid new stuff because it is better to wear things you know are comfortable and know look good on you. Pack just enough clothes that are appropriate to the destination, so you can forget about them and focus on sightseeing.
Excess cash and cards
Don’t travel with more than two credit cards and carry them in different places. This way, if one goes missing, it’s not the end of the world. Record your card numbers and keep it somewhere outside your wallet, plus make sure someone back home has this info.
A Big Bag
You may be surprised that you can be alright with just a carry-on bag. If you must bring a big bag, try sharing it.
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