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Pack 1 2 Do your homework. Call the
Smarter,
hotel, motel, friend’s house where you’re staying, and check if they provide: hairdryer, iron, ironing board, bathrobes, anything that’s bulky. If yes, don’t bring your own.
Rule of thumb4. Less than one week it’s one shirt per day, one layering jacket or sweater. One bottom for every two days (minimum two pairs of pants), two pairs of shoes (one you wear, one you pack), underwear for every day, and seasonal additions, like a bathing suit.
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Keep it small. Buy travel-size versions of your toiletries whenever you see them, not just when you’re ready to travel. Alternatively, use small plastic bottles, and decant from larger products.
Lighter
Do your research. Check temperature, weather, and dress codes at your destination. Pack accordingly.
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Do laundry. For trips more than a week, employ the rule above, and plan on doing laundry. If you can afford it use the hotel laundry service or dry cleaning. Otherwise, bring detergent.
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Safety first. Never agree to carry anything for strangers no matter how nice they are. And don’t leave your luggage out of your sight. Keep important documents and valuables with you at all times.
3lined. Stick to a central color, or theme for your clothes. Pick a neutral
such as brown, black, or tan, pack accessories and accent pieces that go with this color palette.
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ist. And stick to it. Write down everything
you plan to bring. Check it before you pack to ensure you don’t miss anything.
10 ENDLESS VACATION
Do you really need to pack all that stuff? A little planning, and research can help you reduce what you need to pack. It’s simpler than you think, and a lot lighter on you.
We hope these tips help you pack smarter and lighter. Happy holidays.