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You have permission to publish this article in its entirety, electronically, or in print, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication, if possible, would be appreciated. Or an e-mail informing the writer of your use. [email protected] Tips for Successful Packingby: Joyce Moseley Pierce1600 words - 65 character linesWhether you travel for business or pleasure, frequentlyor only occasionally, it seems that we basically pack the same things every time. Here are a few tips to help simplify the process so you don't have to stress about it everytime. Remember that most of these items can be purchasedwhen you get there, but you don't want to spend your vacation money on things you already have at home, and ifyou're traveling on business, you may not have time torun to the store for something you need at an 8 am meeting.After reading through these ideas, you might want to makean itemized list of things you consider important to take.Keep it in your suitcase so it will be available nexttime you pack and use it as a checklist to make sure you haven't forgotten anything. If other things come to mind while you're traveling, update your list for next time, but be sure toreturn it to your suitcase.Rule #1 for me is to keep it light. I traveled toBrazil for 10 days with only a carry-on rolling bag and backpack. My husband packed a rolling bag that was big enough to stuff a body into and it was difficult to manage when westayed in hotels that didn't have elevators. I don't pack more than I can carry by myself and I try to leave a little room for those vacation purchases. I have a nylon carry-on bag that zips up into a small square that comes in handy for carrying things home if I get too carried away.1. Pajamas or gown. I have a pair of pjs I keep in mysuitcase just so I don't forget them. The reason I takepajamas instead of a gown is that hotels are usually cold and if I'm staying with friends or family, I wantto be able to get up and use the bathroom without havingto have a robe.2. Underwear. Pack a pair for every day and then includeextras. If you're going to be doing activities that require showering and changing clothes during the day, besure to include enough for that. Don't forget bras and sports bras.3. Make up and toiletries. Instead of having to remember what to take every time, go through your beauty routine at home and set out the things you use every day. Refill sample jars from trial offers, or buy travel-size containers to pack your cleansers so you don't have to pack an 8 oz. tub of cold cream. Don't forget deodorant and shaving supplies. I keep a razor in my bag all the time and just change the bladewhen I'm leaving again. Keep your toiletry bag stocked and leave it in your suitcase for the next trip,but be sure to check and make sure you don't need to refill any of the containers.4. Tooth care. Instead of buying a travel size tube oftoothpaste, when I get toward the bottom of my big tube,I stop using it and throw it into my toiletry bag. I also pack the floss and toothbrush the dentist gives me.5. Feminine products. Don't forget to pack at least enough to get you by until you can get to the store. Aurologist once told me that women seem prone to bladderinfections while they're on vacation. If you are, youmight want to pack an OTC medication that will help relievethe pain and lessen the symptoms until you can get to adoctor. 6. Medications. I have a separated pill box that holdspills for a week. Usually my trips are not that long(unfortunately!) so I'll put in what I need for each dayand use the extra slots for aspirin or other things I might need while away. I have another pill box that I use for my vitamins. 7. Clothes. After considering what the weather will be,I pull clothes out and lay them on the bed. I like darkcolors because those spills aren't quite so obvious asthey are on light colors! I pack pants that will be interchangeable with more than one shirt. In trying to pack light, I may wear a pair of black pants more than once, but not my shirts! If you're going to a cool climate, remember to bring things to layer. It will take up less room than bulkier items. It doesn't hurt to try things on before you go, either! If you haven't worn something in awhile, it may not fit the way you remembered. 8. Accessories. Make sure you have belts if necessary. You should only need one belt if you've packed colorcoordinated items. Keep jewelry to a minimum. 9. Shoes. Be sure your shoes are comfortable! Don't go buy a new pair of shoes and try to break them in away fromhome. I plan my wardrobe so that I only need one or two pair of shoes. I've cut heels out of my wardrobe, and flats go great with long skirts or pants. If you're packingshorts, take a comfortable pair of sandals that will workwith shorts or skirts. If I'm taking tennis shoes, I try to wear them on the plane because they take up too much room in the suitcase. If you're going on a business trip, be sure to polish your shoes before you pack them, and then slip them inside a plastic grocery bag so the polish doesn't rub off onyour clothes. Don't forget to take socks or nylons that willfit with the shoes you've chosen to take.10. Vacation gear. Don't forget your swimsuit, cover-up and a pair of flip-flops (we used to call them 'thongs' but nowthat has an entirely different meaning!). My husband always forgets swim trunks and I accuse him of just wanting to buy a new pair in every city!11. Hair products. I have short hair that can easily air dry on its own in the summer, but I have a travel hair dryer I carry with me if I'm staying in a hotel that doesn't provide one in the room. I have a hair brush that always stays in my bag. Condense big bottles of shampoo and conditioner into smaller ones. I carry a shampoo/conditioner product with me so I only have to use one product. If you need gel or hair spray, buy travel sizes the first time, and then refill them from your big bottle when it runs out.12. Electronics. With cell phones and computers,neither are any good to you if the batteries are dead. Be sure to take the cords with you and remember to recharge every night. Don't forget your camera, film and batteries. Take film mailers with you and send it off before you leave to have a head start on the processing,and save on those one hour prices.13. Backpack. I always carry a backpack for thingsto entertain myself on the plane or in the car. About a weekbefore I leave home, I pull the backpack out and as I think ofthings I want to take, I throw them in and then repack it beforeI leave. Seems like it's always heavy going to my destination and lighter coming home because I'm tired and pack more of it in the suitcase. If I have a connecting flight and am worried about my suitcase arriving at the same time I do, I include a change of clothes and my toiletry bag. I always carry something to read, my journal, a bottle of water and a snack. I put all travel documents in the outside pocket so they are easily accessible. Do NOT pack your manicure tools or they will be taken away from you. 14. Purse. I don't carry a purse when traveling, so I condenseeverything into a fanny pack and put anything else I have tohave in the backpack. If I'm carrying much cash, I use oneof those money pouches that hangs around your neck and canbe worn under your shirt. It's a good idea not to carry allof your money in one place.15. Maps and other. Before I visit a new place, I do someresearch on the internet and get driving directions from theairport. I pull information on that city that might be ofinterest to me and my family. Be sure to include a smallsewing kit, or at least some safety pins, as well as yourbasic first aid supplies.Each trip I take becomes a challenge to me to pack even betteron the next one. I discover what's important to take and what'snot. Having your list available as you pack for each trip allowsyou to pack and feel confident that you haven't forgotten anything.Of course if you are traveling with children, you'll need to taketheir needs into consideration, and that might include takingin-laws with you to help carry everything! Article Tags: Make Sure, Don't Forget, You're Going