"Trip enjoyment is inversely proportionate to the amount of crap (re: distractions) you bring with you."
Check out these links for some great packing tips.
Can you pack for a week or more in ONE bag?
LifeHacker
I don't like the bundle way of folding clothes as it makes it too hard to get out ONE item when needed. Depends on if you are unpacking and staying in one place for awhile or not.
The Four Hour Week
The second link has lots of other stuff . . . like negotiating discounts . . . .
most of my friends would be totally embarrassed if I did that, but they'd love the savings, now wouldn't they!
I love meeting people when I travel; just one of the advantages of often traveling alone.
Cheryl on the other hand has much more cheap entertainment with her girls. It's a trade off.
I can eat cheap, sleep in places with character, and then splurge where I want.
We can discuss destinations and packing further on In the Life of a Busy Woman... blog too.
What if you are traveling with children? That's a whole nother ballgame!
There's a downloadable packing list on Belliveau Blog which offers insights for thoughtful travellers.
Random Tip-
One thing to consider for longer trips where you might be doing laundry in the sink, the plug is sometimes missing. If you still use film, use one of the lids from a film container! Wrap it in a small plastic bag and it fits neatly in most sinks. If you're totally digital now, improvise.
Check out these links for some great packing tips.
Can you pack for a week or more in ONE bag?
LifeHacker
I don't like the bundle way of folding clothes as it makes it too hard to get out ONE item when needed. Depends on if you are unpacking and staying in one place for awhile or not.
The Four Hour Week
The second link has lots of other stuff . . . like negotiating discounts . . . .
most of my friends would be totally embarrassed if I did that, but they'd love the savings, now wouldn't they!
I love meeting people when I travel; just one of the advantages of often traveling alone.
Cheryl on the other hand has much more cheap entertainment with her girls. It's a trade off.
I can eat cheap, sleep in places with character, and then splurge where I want.
We can discuss destinations and packing further on In the Life of a Busy Woman... blog too.
What if you are traveling with children? That's a whole nother ballgame!
There's a downloadable packing list on Belliveau Blog which offers insights for thoughtful travellers.
Random Tip-
One thing to consider for longer trips where you might be doing laundry in the sink, the plug is sometimes missing. If you still use film, use one of the lids from a film container! Wrap it in a small plastic bag and it fits neatly in most sinks. If you're totally digital now, improvise.
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