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-If you travel regularly, keep the basics you’ll need in your backpack. Try to pack earplugs, sleeping mask, a light scarf, medicines, lip balm, and something to write with.
-Pack using a series of plastic baggies. You will easily be able to identify what is in them, and it will prevent any spills from happening inside your bag.
-Roll the clothing items you are packing to save space. Clothes will also be less wrinkled upon arrival.
-Try to pack light and bring items that can be repurposed or worn multiple times. Black is always a good color option.
-Be conservative with the number of pairs of shoes you bring. You will not need them all, so do your best to think through what you will and won’t need.
Click here to read more of these great packing tips from Travel Fashion Girl.
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The holidays are among the most popular travel times of the year, and you may have plans to travel during the upcoming holiday season. Perhaps you are using downtime at work during the holiday season to take a much-needed winter vacation, or you may have plans to visit family and friends who live far from your home. If you are planning to travel during the holidays, consider putting these great tips to use.
Make Your Plans Early
When possible, book your travel plans as early as possible. This includes everything airlines tickets to hotel rooms and a rental car. These are all available in limited supply, and there is high demand for them during the holiday travel season. To ensure that you have access to the best options available, making plans ahead of time is important to do.
Avoid Multiple Layovers
When you are traveling by air, it is wise to avoid scheduling multiple layovers. Between the high volume and the winter weather conditions, delays and cancellations are possible. If you need to schedule a layover, consider choosing a location in a less busy airport and in a warmer climate. It is impossible to predict what may happen on the day you travel, but you may have less likelihood for a cancellation or delay when you follow this tip. Keep in mind that the more layovers you plan for, the more likely you will be to deal with a flight delay.
Consider a Chartered Jet
Whether you have decided to make plans at the last minute or you want to avoid the hustle and bustle of busy airports altogether, choosing a charter jet option may be a better idea. With a charter jet, you can plan a direct flight at a time that is more convenient for you. These flights often depart from smaller or executive airports rather than the major airports in the area.
You may be making last-minute travel plans, or perhaps you are making plans weeks ahead of time. These plans can help you during the busy holiday season as well as throughout the year when planning other trips.
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Travel Tips for Families
Travelling with kids can be a serious ordeal. Here are some tips to make travelling with your whole family hopefully a little bit easier.
- Search for flights.
- Be over prepared and pack early.
- Know where restaurants and bathrooms are in the airport before you get there.
- Get comfort items like sanitizer and essential oils.
- Ship gifts to avoid hassle with TSA and have more space in your suitcase.
- Bring every possible item your child will need. Have a backpack with snacks, clothes, toys, and maybe a tablet or electronic.
- When it gets hectic, order an adult beverage.
Click here to read the full article by Amanda Rumore on Huffington Post.
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Last Minute Holiday Travel Tips
We are about to enter one of the busiest weeks of travel we’ve seen in years. According to AAA, 100 million people will be traveling around the U.S. between December 23rd and January 3rd. Here are a few extra tips to be prepared while travelling.
- Pack smart especially when bringing presents in your checked suitcase. You can have wrapped presents but this will not stop TSA from opening them if they seem suspicious. Bring gift bags instead of wrapping before you leave.
- Arrive to the airport early to factor in extended lines. 90-120 minutes before your flight will probably get you in the safe zone of being on time and not leaving you stranded in an airport on Christmas.
- Whether you are flying or driving be sure to watch the weather which can be unpredictable this time of year especially on the East Coast.
- This time of year there are bound to be delays from weather and the influx of travellers. Be sure to bring back up power for your devices to stay entertained.
- Take a breathe. Everybody is in the same hustle-and-bustle mindest trying to get to their destinations. If you feel the frustration coming, stretch or meditate for a few minutes to calm down.
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Travelling with a friend can be a great and fun adventure for both of you but your differing personalities could cause some friction. Before you depart you should make clear boundaries especially about paying for hotels, food, and gas. You should also set a budget so you are on the same page with expenses. Then plan a rough itinerary and figure out what each of you wants to gain from this trip and share these responsibilities of researching and planning. Before leaving you should also know each other’s routines and habits to be able to compromise to make staying together a breeze.
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Tips for Healthy Holiday Travel
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28 Gifts for Jet-Setters
Shopping for your loved ones who travel often can be difficult. With many gift-giving holidays approaching, here are 28 gifts to get the traveller in your family.
- Old Fashioned Carry-On Cocktail Kit from Uncommon Goods
- Airplane Mode Sleep Mask from Etsy
- Pack This! Pad from Knock Knock
- HighView iPad Hanger from Amazon
- Leather Luggage Tag from J. Crew
- HoodiePillow U-Shaped Inflatable Travel Pillow from Bed Bath & Beyond
- Around The World Leather Watch from Urban Outfitters
- 4-in-1 Universal Travel Adapter from Flight001
- Satechi Extended Battery Charger Pack that charges 2 devices at once from Amazon
- Kiehl’s In-Flight Refreshing Facial Mist from Nordstrom
- Travel Luggage Scale from Kikkerland
- Marshall Minor Earbud Headphones from Urban Outfitters
- Aesop Jet Set Kit from Aesop
- 36 Hours USA & Canada by Barbara Ireland on Amazon
- VinniBag Inflatable Travel Bag from Amazon
- 2016 Travel the World Desk Calendar from Rifle Paper Co.
- TravelFlex LED Book Light from Mighty Bright
- Convertible Travel Blanket from Brookstone
- Slim Sonic Classic toothbrush holder from Violife
- World Scratch Map from uncommon Goods
- Portable Multi-Functional Travel Organizer from Amazon
- Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2016 from Barnes and Noble
- Ursa Major Traveler’s Skin Care Kit from Urban Outfitters
- Travel Stub Diary from Uncommon Goods
- Salt of the Earth 10-Piece Sampler Set from World Market
- Jetsetter Pullover Hoodie from Etsy
- Fantastic Cities: A Coloring Book of Amazing Places Real and Imagined by Steve McDonald from Amazon
- Cedar Street Dot Passport Holder from Kate Spade.
Click here to read the full article by Kyli Singh on Huffington Post.