The majority of people always over-pack. Experienced travellers will tell you - the less you bring the better..
- When choosing your luggage, look for bags with rollers – these make it much easier for moving through the airports. Straps are great for moving around but can get caught in conveyor belts easily so removable straps are advisable.
- It’s best to keep your most valuable items in your carry bag so that they are with you at all times. Examples of these are: passport, visas, money, camera, airline, cruise or train tickets, and itinerary with confirmation numbers and addresses and phone numbers of where you'll be staying.
- If you have medical items on you, make sure that they have professionally printed labels on the containers
- With up-graded security detectors in most airports, it is quite possible that film could be damaged whilst in transit. Camera bags offering protection against this can be purchased in most camera stores.
- Clearly label your luggage inside and out & use locks wherever possible. If your bag is not unique, it is advisable to tie or sew something bright onto it so that you will recognise it on the conveyor belts.
- Make a list of what you need and stick to it! Consider what activities you will be doing both night & day and check the weather forecast to help with your wardrobe selection.
- Check your hotel’s in-room amenities – such as a hair dryer, an iron and board, soap, shampoo etc. – so you’ll know what to leave behind.
- Don't take your most valuable jewellery and limit the amout you take with you.
- Pack your toiletries in mini-bottles to save space. Avoid filling bottles up to the very top as pressure inside the plane may force the contents to expand and overflow.
- Iron your clothes before packing & roll them up to avoid creases.
- A check list of useful items to pack.
- Check the weight and size restricitions for luggage with your airline or travel consultant. If baggae is over these limits, travellers may be charged an excess fee.
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