“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.”

Traveling Tips: The Essentials of Packing By Jack Halfon

Introduction❖ This is always a huge dilemma no matter where you go. It

could be for a quick weekend trip for your brother’s wedding or a three-month excursion deep in the South East Asia.

❖ Regardless of where you are planning your trip, you cannot possibly bring everything with you from your home.

❖ Even if you do take more than one luggage bags, do you really want to spend a majority of your day lugging that around? Didn’t think so.

Problem with Packing❖ It is easy to get caught up in

what you want to bring for your trip.

❖ In fact not many of us realized we have over packed until we try to zip up the bag.

❖ In these cases, we are lost in our stream of consciousness imagining every situation in which you are going to need that sweater or that suit.

Solution: Create a List❖ In your list, you want to include

any necessities that you will use on your trip.

❖ This includes clothes, shoes, toiletries, guidebooks/reading materials, electronic devices and chargers.

❖ Certain forgotten times many people carelessly overlook include your toothbrush, razors, and deodorant.

What Clothes to Bring?❖ When planning your outfits, think about your daily schedule, the

standard weather, and any extreme weather situations.

❖ Start off simply by packing any leisure sleeping wear.

❖ If you know you are attending night events, make sure you pack any casual or professional items that best fit those situations.

❖ Prepare for any extreme weather, try and bring versatile items such as a light jacket or cardigan that can fit neatly in your back.

❖ Last but not least back various socks, shoes, and underwear for the intended amount of days for your stay.

❖ Don’t forget to bring an empty plastic bag for your dirty clothes.

Don’t forget the Toiletries❖ This includes your toothbrush,

toothpaste, deodorant, etc. ❖ In regards to liquids, make sure

they are the appropriate amount to take for your travels.

❖ Certain airport restrictions could compromise your bag, delaying you without your necessities for a few hours or a few days.

❖ In addition, make sure your toiletries are in a secure bag.

Packing the Essentials❖ The last things you want to pack

are your essentials. ❖ Money, credit cards, identification,

passports all need to be secured in a safe spot.

❖ Usually people pack these in separate bags. I

❖ n addition, if you are planning on bringing any technological items on the trip such as your laptop or phone, make sure you bring your chargers and the appropriate plugins.