Ten tips for smarter packing
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How about you? Let us know of any tips that you've discovered to make packing less of a pain or if you've found a better way to travel light.
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Apr 2nd 2008 @ 10:56AM
Ladyexpat (Nancie) said...
When I traveled to Bali last summer I made it a goal to leave with a bag that weighed under 10 kilo, and I made it (6 week trip). I actually came in at 8.6 k. My rule is less is more. Buy it when you get there. It's not hard to find cheap t-shirts, short, sarongs, flip flops, etc. Everything is easy to come by. I carry one book, and when I've finished it I trade it for another. If I decide to buy souvenirs, I mail them back as I travel. That way I don't have to drag around extra weight, or buy another suitcase. I also have my laundry done every second or third day, which helps when you're traveling with a limited wardrobe.
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Apr 2nd 2008 @ 10:23PM
Miley said...
Thanks for posting some packing tips. No matter how many tips and tricks I read, I still always end up packing more than I need! (But that doesn't stop me from trying to pack less, at least.)
The only thing I can add to the women reading this, is to always make sure you can carry your own bag (even the wheelie kind) when it's full. I have so many friends who've toppled over or had to ask for help from strangers because their bags were too heavy. It's just not worth it. Pack less!
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