EMF4.29How to Pack for a Trip

How to Pack for a Trip 1. Make a checklist of every item you plan to take on your trip. 2. Bring versatile items (ex. a cardigan or light jacket that goes with several of your tops, some three-quarter-sleeve shirts, jeans that look good rolled up at the bottoms). 3. Buy travel-size containers for your toiletries, regardless of the length of your trip. 4. If you will be going through customs, check your luggage prior to packing. 5. Place heavy items at the bottom of your bag, especially if it is an upright model. As you pack your luggage, check items off your list. Be thorough. 6. Pack clothing using the time-honored "roll" technique. For added wrinkle insurance, place a sheet of heavy tissue or packing paper between items of clothing before rolling. 7. Pack sweaters, jackets, and underwear in reusable compression bags, which can create up to 75% more space in your luggage. 8. Place breakable items, like jewelry or glass, wrapped in socks and tucked into shoes inside your luggage. 9. Bring snacks in case you get hungry. Bring entertainment in case you get bored.