Packing Tips
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Bravo TV's Brandon Presser
This post was originally published on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on March 4, 2016
As a travel expert, TV host, and writer, Brandon Presser is no stranger to life on the go. Presser, who has visited more than 100 countries, has penned over 50 travel books, and is a regular contributor for such publications as Afar, Travel + Leisure, The Daily Beast, and National Geographic ...
This post was originally published on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on April 8, 2016
Packing Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know
Gallivanting around Madrid or conducting business in San Francisco? Wherever you’re going—and whatever you’re planning to do there—you’ll need to pack a bag before you leave for the trip.
But even though packing is universal to travelers, packing well isn't necessarily a skill that ...
Packing Tips For A River Cruise
You've booked a fabulous river cruise trip, now what to pack?
The pleasures of a river cruise are many. One of the most wonderful things is that you unpack once and enjoy a multitude of destinations arriving by your river cruise ship. But what to pack to enjoy the excursions, evening parties, and dinners?
Packing light of course, is the key. Each piece must work in a ...
Things to Never Pack
Overpacking plagues a lot of people, even the most seasoned traveler. Deciding what to unload from your suitcase in order to lighten your load can be a tough task, though. Items you may view as necessities in your home life may be better off left at home when traveling. To pack more efficiently and free up space, erase these 12 things from your packing list for good.
1. Books and ...
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Travel Prep – What Will Make Your Journey Easier
Travel Preparations
Patricia Honeycutt Cantor, Special Projects Editor, TravelSquire.com | February 9, 2016
Packing prep for most travelers, especially those heading to international destinations, usually means a lot of angst over what and how to pack all those clothing and accessories items you think you will need. But when you look at the big picture, there are even more important things that will make ...
Holiday Travel Splurges
Traveling can be a stressful experience at any time of the year, but holiday travel can truly test even the most patient person’s limits. Sometimes it’s worth it to spend a little extra money to ensure less stressful travels during this busy holiday season. Here are the top eight Holiday Travel Splurges worth the price.
1. Checked baggage We typically suggest ...
1. Checked baggage We typically suggest ...
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Ultimate Travel Tips for Traveling Abroad
Shannon McMahon, SmarterTravel.com | November 25, 2015
Planning and preparing for a trip abroad is best done ahead of time. Booking flights and accommodations, of course, are usually booked months in advance, but don’t stop there. You should spend time preparing to ensure your health, safety and financial necessities are covered while traveling.
But most of your preparation should be dedicated to ensuring ...
Carry-on Luggage Packing Tips
Packing carry-on luggage for a long flight can be a tough task. You want to pack light, but you don’t want to be mid-8-hour flight wishing you brought something. Here are 15 Carry-on Luggage Packing Tips you need to survive a long flight.
1. Reusable water bottle
The main reason people get sick on long flights is dehydration. Not only does it make you more susceptible to ...
Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com | September, 8, 2015
With most major airlines (even JetBlue) requiring that you pay checked baggage fees, dodging those fees has become increasingly more difficult in today's travel world. That being said, here are seven ways you can avoid checked baggage fees on your next flight!
1. Fly Southwest Airlines
Southwest is the only major U.S. airline that allows free checked ...
By Alan Feldstein, Infinite Safari Adventures | July 23, 2015
I have been traveling to Africa since 2000 and sending clients there since 2009. That being said, I have had a lot of experiences with packing and luggage on safari. While visiting other places in the world, you may need a variety of outfits, but here, you do not. As the avid travelers know, sometimes luggage doesn't make its final ...
