Avoid Packing Problems

Airlines are feeling the economic pinch and passingA simple sun dress can be worn day or dressed
costs down to the passengers by way of luggageup for evening, and so can a skirt.
restrictions. Overseas flights are being limited to 2Tip #5 - Always pack a simple plastic bag. Use it
pieces of checked baggage. How does one packfor any wet garments that need to go in your
these days to make the most of your vacationsuitcase, for bringing home your soiled laundry or
wardrobe and still allow room in your bags tofor holding your dusty shoes
bring home the bargains you find during yourTip #6 - Speaking of shoes- try to keep it simple.
travels?One pair of neutral sandals will take you almost
Most people pack too much! Pack smart.anywhere day or night, and wear your good
Tip #1 - Take 2 suitcases but pack one insidewalking shoes on the plane so that the weight
another. Only fill the inside one with things fordoes not go in the suitcase. Your feet will thank
your trip, and that will allow you the space on theyou if you have to chase down a taxi, or be on
return flight in the second bag for those itemsyour feet during connecting flights.
you pick up like souvenirs or the clothes you can'tTip #7 - Accessorize! The way to change looks is
resist while shopping.in the secret of accessorizing. That white blouse
Tip#2 - Weigh your luggage before you leave.that you wore tied at the waist over your bathing
Find soft-sided luggage that is light-weight. You willsuit also looks great paired with linen walking
be surprised how heavy some of those bags areshorts, and a fabulous necklace. The little knit top
just empty! Avoid the extra charges at the airlinethat you wore yesterday with your shorts, now
scales by knowing that your suitcase is within thelooks different paired with your skirt and bangles
limits.on your wrist.
Tip #3 - Pack lightweight items. Think of yourTip #8 - As you lay out each clothing piece when
clothes in terms of weight. Do you really need toyou pack, coordinate the jewelry that ties it all
pack a terry robe or do you have a cottontogether. Think earrings, bracelets, scarf and
lounger that will double as a cover-up by the poolnecklaces that will change each look, or
as well as a robe in the room? When going tocompliment the outfit. Here, too, keep it simple
tropical countries you should think seersucker,and think minimalism.
cotton or rayon. They wash out quickly, andTip #9 - Sample list of a woman's standard
often dry on a hanger overnight.wardrobe to pack for 1 week:
Try to find materials that are soft and "crush2 swimsuits ( one piece and 2 piece)
resistant", but don't worry, nearly all hotels these2 pair walking shorts (neutral colors)
days can provide you with an iron!1 light-weight skirt
Tip #4 - Utilize your wardrobe. There are ways2 knit tops (1 sleeveless)
to stretch your fashion look, by mixing and1 white or cream-colored blouse
matching. Think of colors that work well together1 pair seersucker or soft knit pants
so you can mix your pieces as many ways as1 sun dress
possible. Also think of ways to get multiple usesPJ's (optional!)
out of an item:Tip #10 - Concentrate on the experience of your
Pull a cotton skirt over your bathing suit, tie avacation rather than the limitations of your
soft scarf at the waist, and you are set to shop.wardrobe. It's all about having fun, and that does
Use a white blouse as a cover-up on the beach,not mean stressing over what to wear! The
as well as over another top in place of a sweaterfewer the choices, the easier you will find it to
for cooler days.pick an outfit. Besides, there are all those great
Walking shorts are more versatile than "shortpurchases just waiting in the shops you will visit!
shorts". They can go to the golf club, the mall orHappy holidays, and bye-bye baggage blues!
to the night clubs.