Be Prepared
Check the Weather
You may be going to a tropical island, but is it rainy season?
Check the weather a day or two in advance and pack accordingly.
Bring Comfortable Shoes
So, you look like a tourist. Well, you are a tourist! And you'll
be a much happier tourist if your feet aren't killing you.
Driving?
Upgrade
to the AAA Plus Membership, which offers 100 miles of free towing,
free fuel delivery, emergency lock service and lots of other
handy road-side benefits. You can also get trip planners, maps,
and discounts on travel and lodging.
Pack Smart
Make a List
Make a list of all items that you need for your trip. Pick a
spot to lay things out. Pre-sort by category. Check off items
as you pack them. Keep a copy of your list
Pack Lightly
Think about the steps you will have to take in order to reach
your destination. You may have to carry your luggage up and down
stairs, through train stations, airports, etc.
Roll instead of Fold
To add extra clothing space, roll your clothes instead of folding.
Use tissue paper when rolling clothes to minimize wrinkles.
"Containerize" your Clothes
Use packing cubes, packing folders, Ziploc bags, or other simple
containers to keep like-items together and in order.
Going Far
and Away?
If you don't know the language, use pictures.
If you are traveling to a country where you don't know the language,
use your camera or camera phone to take photos of basic needs
such as bottled water, toilet, taxi, etc. If you don't know the
word for it, just show the picture.
Money
Contact your credit card company to let them know you will be
traveling, so they do not put a hold on your card. Use ATMs to
get cash in the local currency. This will also allow you to get
the best exchange rate of the day. Check with your bank to find
out if they have international partners to avoid fees.
Traveling by Air? Use 3-1-1 for carry-on toiletries.
3.4 ounce bottle or less (by volume) ; 1 quart-sized, clear,
plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening
bin.
Want to Hear
More?
Please join us for a free telephone seminar on Tuesday, June
23rd from 4-5pm
We are offering
a free telephone seminar on summer travel tips. We will provide
tips to help you pack lightly and efficiently. There will also
be time to answer any specific questions you may have.
Space is limited,
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