I was still planning on what to pack for my Sept trip (although there is still 1.5 months >_<), when i saw this on Yahoo news. I think I should pack like that they say. Or else, haven't reach there, my bag already overweight !!
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The Do’s and Don’ts of packing for a long trip
By Erica Paredes, Hippie In High Heels | Yahoo! SHE – Tue, Jul 16, 2013
http://sg.news.yahoo.com/the-do%E2%80%99s-and-don%E2%80%99ts-of-packing-for-a-long-trip--052655196.html
Packing for any vacation is no fun, but it gets even more complicated if you are going to hop from place to place for well over 4 weeks. If you are lucky enough to be able to take off from work and life duties to travel, here are a few packing do’s and don’ts that are easy on the weight limit and won’t stress you out.
DO wear comfortable shoes. You will do a lot of walking—and not just in the places you’re going to but also around airports and train stations with your baggage in tow. The worst thing you can do is wear shoes unfit for being on the go. Skip the heels and wedges and go for fashionable and always chic ballet flats, or a pair of walking shoes such as espadrilles or Toms. Sneakers are also a good option provided they give support and cushioning to prevent calluses on your already tired feet.
DON’T pack your whole closet. The hardest part of packing for women who love clothes is not to overpack. Whenever you think you are all set, edit your clothes again until you get to the minimum that you can live with, without sacrificing style. Choose a lot of blacks, grays, navy blues and whites and bring scarves, shoes and accessories in bright colors or prints. That way, you can mix and match what you have for at least 10 days and have an excuse to go shopping. Don't kid yourself, you WILL go shopping!
DO bring universal adapters, chargers and all the wires and cables you need. Buying these electronic items abroad may be expensive, especially if you suddenly need one of them while at an airport or train station where prices can easily double. Although they can take up space, they will come in handy.
DO pick your luggage carefully. If you’re going to do a lot of traveling by train, choose something compact because train compartments come in all sizes. Make sure you can carry your bags easily. Also, choose something with wheels so you don’t have to put the weight of the bag on your shoulders all the time.
DON'T go on a shopping spree too early into your trip. Remember you will be lugging everything around with you as you move around so allow yourself to buy just a few items in each place you go but save the big spending for when it's nearly time to go home.
DO bring a microfiber towel. In case you find yourself in a not-so-nice place to stay, you might want to have your own towel available in case the only hostel that can accommodate you is not quite to your standards. These towels dry really fast so you can pack it the next day without it dampening the rest of your clothes.
DON'T pack regular-sized bottles of your toiletries. Instead, keep them at the size that fits on-flight regulations so you can bring just enough for the first 2 to 3 days of your trip. Just buy as you run out; shampoo, bath soaps and toothpaste shouldn't cost too much, anyway. By placing your travel-sized toiletries in your carry-on bag, you are allowing yourself more luggage space for other, more important things.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of packing for a long trip
By Erica Paredes, Hippie In High Heels | Yahoo! SHE – Tue, Jul 16, 2013
http://sg.news.yahoo.com/the-do%E2%80%99s-and-don%E2%80%99ts-of-packing-for-a-long-trip--052655196.html
Packing for any vacation is no fun, but it gets even more complicated if you are going to hop from place to place for well over 4 weeks. If you are lucky enough to be able to take off from work and life duties to travel, here are a few packing do’s and don’ts that are easy on the weight limit and won’t stress you out.
DO wear comfortable shoes. You will do a lot of walking—and not just in the places you’re going to but also around airports and train stations with your baggage in tow. The worst thing you can do is wear shoes unfit for being on the go. Skip the heels and wedges and go for fashionable and always chic ballet flats, or a pair of walking shoes such as espadrilles or Toms. Sneakers are also a good option provided they give support and cushioning to prevent calluses on your already tired feet.
DON’T pack your whole closet. The hardest part of packing for women who love clothes is not to overpack. Whenever you think you are all set, edit your clothes again until you get to the minimum that you can live with, without sacrificing style. Choose a lot of blacks, grays, navy blues and whites and bring scarves, shoes and accessories in bright colors or prints. That way, you can mix and match what you have for at least 10 days and have an excuse to go shopping. Don't kid yourself, you WILL go shopping!
DO bring universal adapters, chargers and all the wires and cables you need. Buying these electronic items abroad may be expensive, especially if you suddenly need one of them while at an airport or train station where prices can easily double. Although they can take up space, they will come in handy.
DO pick your luggage carefully. If you’re going to do a lot of traveling by train, choose something compact because train compartments come in all sizes. Make sure you can carry your bags easily. Also, choose something with wheels so you don’t have to put the weight of the bag on your shoulders all the time.
DON'T go on a shopping spree too early into your trip. Remember you will be lugging everything around with you as you move around so allow yourself to buy just a few items in each place you go but save the big spending for when it's nearly time to go home.
DO bring a microfiber towel. In case you find yourself in a not-so-nice place to stay, you might want to have your own towel available in case the only hostel that can accommodate you is not quite to your standards. These towels dry really fast so you can pack it the next day without it dampening the rest of your clothes.
DON'T pack regular-sized bottles of your toiletries. Instead, keep them at the size that fits on-flight regulations so you can bring just enough for the first 2 to 3 days of your trip. Just buy as you run out; shampoo, bath soaps and toothpaste shouldn't cost too much, anyway. By placing your travel-sized toiletries in your carry-on bag, you are allowing yourself more luggage space for other, more important things.
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