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The struggle of traveling with family is packing. Dragging
along a suitcase for everyone can be hectic. Rather your flying on a plane,
taking a train or driving to your destination. Preserving space is still necessary.
It makes traveling and packing easier.
I have a family nine. It has been my experience to combine
my children luggage. I turn my enormous amount of clothes into small amounts. With
an easy technique, called a packing hack.
First, I buy zip lock bags the gallon size. I use them for
my toiletries, socks, underwear and shirts. Now that’s a hack within itself. The
key is to fold, smooth and roll. If you read any articles about packing the
rule of thumb is to roll the clothes for better packing. Stuff your shoes and so
on. It is great for small clothes. But bigger clothes are a different element. I like to fold and smooth until it if as flat as possible. This
is good for jeans especially men’s. This is just my preference both techniques work.
So instead of packing big suitcases I combine our clothes and pack carry-ons. I use little clothes to fill in the gaps of
the bigger ones.
Secondly, when buying toiletries for travel make sure that
they are travel size and meet the TSA requirements if your flying. However, it
is also a good idea while traveling to have travel sizes, it minimizes spills.
Just to go over some TSA requirements. This information can
be found on the TSA website if you need to reference it, TSA.gov. Formula and water for babies is allowed
on planes. They are screened separately and must be taken out of the carry-on
bag. All other liquids must be 3.4 ounces or 100 ml or less to go in your
carry on. Also, check out the traveling
with children link for further details.
Third don’t forget to pack documents that you may need for
travel. Things like medical cards, birth certificates, itineraries and travel
insurance documents. I like to keep these items with my carry-on, specifically
a backpack that I won’t sit down. I suggest you keep them in a spill proof envelope. I place those items in a plastic folder that
closes and put it inside a ziplock as well. This protects the documents from
damage due to spills. Also, it fits easily in my bag.
It is always a great idea to consult with a travel
professional when taking a family vacation. No matter what your means of
transportation are, a travel professional can help you properly prepare. Say for instance,
you’re driving to a resort. A travel professional can make sure you have a hard
copy of directions or know the laws of crossing state lines. It can be something
as simple as car seat regulation. Maybe you take the train ride or a bus. Understanding
the procedures and having someone to call for help in case an issue arrives. Is
always a good idea!
Thank you for tuning in today! I will like to invite you to
read my blog on family destinations.
Here is a video that demonstrates the packing process along
with some links to related articles.
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