My Airfare Secrets                                                               Bookmark There are only a certain number of things we really need when traveling to any destination. The key thought to remember is to pack what you cannot do without. I have listed a few practical travel tips for packing your luggage to help you out when planning your next traveling adventure. 1. Since jewelry is not generally covered by most luggage insurance companies, pack these valuables in your carry on bag. 2. Do not overpack your luggage. Bear in mind that your luggage might have to be inspected by security and they will not have a clue on how to put back your beloved assets. 3. Do not pack in your luggage very important documentation such as identification cards and passports. Only carry these items on you at all times. 4. In order to save precious space, purchase low-bulk items for traveling such as a down coat. 5. Just in case some plane cargo areas are not totally pressurized, pack skin cream, perfume, shampoo, and other liquid items in sealed ziplock bags for safety; the tops of such liquid items may pop off when the plane cargo areas are not properly pressurized. 6. Always make a list of exactly what is in your luggage and carry that list with you. 7. Pack lightweight travel pants that are constructed of soft nylon alternatives which are ideally quite light, strong, and required little space. 8. Pack a set of thin socks, light clothes, and your smallest items. Bear in mind that a small hairbrush can be as effective as any big one. 9. Do not try to pack gift items for family that required a lot of luggage space while on your travel. Consider strongly mailing such items. 10. A great way to reduce the number of items you carry when traveling, is to buy them during your travel.   My Airfare Secrets                                                               Bookmark