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Airlines have regulations on size, weight and number of bags you can check or carry on board. Observe these these restrictions closely, especially on overseas flights as excess baggage fees can be very costly. Since September 11, 2001, airlines have imposed strict regulations on the sizes and the amount of luggage passengers may check. Travelers who fail to check size requirements before their flights may be charged with hundreds of dollars in fines in order to bring the bag on board the aircraft. Ask your travel agent about your carrier's luggage allowance policies.
Use luggage that is lightweight, durable and in good condition. Airlines can refuse to accept fragile or damaged bags. Include a folding tote bag inside yur luggage to accommodate purchases you make on your trip.
Label each piece of luggage, both inside and out, with your name and telephone number, but not your home address. If an address is needed, then put your office's. Be sure the luggage tag is securely fastened. Remove old claim tags that might confuse the baggage handlers. Attach brightly colored ribbons or other unique identifiers such as stickers to your luggage to help distinguish your bags from similar ones in the baggage claim area.
Packing is an art. Knowing what and how to pack can make the difference between a smooth enjoyable vacation and a frustrating one.
How to pack
Avoid taking more luggage than you can reasonably carry by yourself. Porters and luggage carts are not always available and less luggage means faster Customs inspections and less time spent in baggage claim.
What to Pack
Consider the events you will participate in both day and night and choose pieces that can cover multiple occasions. Choose items that coordinate well together, based around complimentary colors. Avoid single-use items and extras.
Check the weather forecast of the destination and plan accordingly. Also, be sure to know the local traditions. For almost all outdoor activities, take pieces that can be layered. A black dress or blue jacket will get you through most dinners and plays. Prepare all items in advance so they are clean and ready to be packed. Iron everything before placing it in the suitcase. Button all buttons and zip all zippers. Always pack tightly. Packing loosely wastes precious space and causes clothes to wrinkle. Eliminate wasted space, such as the insides of shoes, which are perfect for socks or underwear.
Contact your travel agent about the ship or hotel's in-room amenities, such as a hair dryer,iron etc. Leave behind flashy jewelry that could attract thieves. Keep makeup to a minimum to save space, and leave the perfume behind when scented lotions will work just as well. Most personal toiletry items come in inexpensive travel sizes, so purchase these instead of space-wasting full size containers. If you use generic bottles from a travel kit, don't fill bottles up to the very top as pressure inside the plane may force the contents to expand and overflow. Film and other accessories can be purchased globally, so plan to buy these at your destination. Always include a first-aid kit which includes an analgesic (such as aspirin, tylenol, or motrin), bandaids, sunscreen, and any other medications you regularly require. If you take prescription medication, remember to bring enough for your entire vacation plus two weeks, and be certain to keep it in the original prescription bottle with its label (including name of the drug, prescribing doctor and pharmacy) intact. Be sure to pack toiletries in your carry-on bag to avoid a mess in your checked luggage (it's a good idea to put these in zip lock bags as well for extra protection). Always carry travel documents, medication, jewelry, traveler's checks, keys and other valuables in your carry-on luggage. Items such as these should never be packed in checked luggage.
This page last modified on Jan 21, 2008
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