1--> An expandable bag is great for trips when you are likely to bring home
souvenirs!
2--> If you are going to a tourist destination, you are probably going to buy
that new sweatshirt or t-shirt, so don't take them with you.
3--> When space or weight restrictions apply, think disposeables. For
example, save up underwear or t-shirts that are ready to be thrown out
and pack those, then dispose of them, replacing that space in your
suitcase with something wonderful from the gift shops!
4--> Check hotel websites to see if they supply hair dryers in the rooms
5--> Don't take expensive or precious jewelry with you. Get a cheap digital
watch with alarm (it will come in handy!) and leave your Rolex safe at
home.
6--> Check on adapters for computers, modems, razors, or anything electric
or rechargeable.
7--> If possible, leave your car and house keys at home.
8--> Pick a basic color, like black or navy, and build around that. Mixing and
matching is easier in one color scheme and can make your wardrobe
look more extensive. Use hotel valet service to keep looking fresh on
less clothing.
9--> Contact lens solutions and/or spare glasses, water conditions may be
significantly different and cause a bad reaction.
10--> Business Cards, take plenty because these are great when shipping
purchases or meeting new friends
11--> Going site-seeing in Cathedrals, castles or museums? A small mirror
can save a lot of neck pain if there's great stuff on the ceilings!
12--> Condoms may not be readily available in some countries.
13--> Weather conditions iffy? Think of supplex or polypropelene pants and
shirts. They dry quickly and are light weight.
14--> Site-seeing equipment might include a day pack, small backpack, fanny
pack, neck wallet, or money belt. Be sure to keep your passport and
any airline paper tickets securely with you at all times. Think about how
much you will need to carry when deciding what type of pack: phrase
books, guidebooks, maps, water, sunglasses, camera??
15--> Small digital cameras with EXTRA LARGE storage capacity make more
sense than hauling around a lot of expensive equipment. Unless you
intend to sell these pictures, use your digital and buy postcards!
16--> If you need to carry a pager or beeper, or check voicemail while abroad
you may need a small electrical device to generate the appropriate
phone tones, check with a store like Radio Shack for advice.
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