Archive for September, 2009

How To Travel Light Packing Tips

Traveling light is a skill that improves with practice. It’s easy to get carried away when packing for a trip and try to bring everything under the sun, just in case. Probably the first rule of packing light is not to bring anything just in case.

If you are sure you can’t live without it bring it. Other wise just leave it at home. One of the first steps to packing light is planning. Find out the weather and what activities you will be doing at your destination.

Then choose a color scheme for your wardrobe, so that every item is an essential piece and they can be mixed and matched. You can always wash some items and wear them again. You can also wear your bulkier items to save space in your suitcase.

If you get to your destination and you did forget something you can always purchase it there. The same thing goes for toiletries, pack small mini essential items, or purchase them on your trip.

Sure you can use the hotel shampoo, but some of us like a particular brand. So if you want to pack your own, purchase small seal-able plastic bottles and put your shampoo and conditioner in there. Or purchase the mini bottles of products at home. Only take the essential stuff that you know you are going to use and can’t live without.

Taking the minimalist approach to packing may seem like depriving your self an the beginning. But as you freely move through the airport and from hotel to hotel unencumbered by your luggage you will start to realize the advantages. Plus who wants to mill around a baggage claim after a long flight. I would much rather head straight home.

Travelling light also relieves stress and lets you focus on the most important part of your trip, which should be having fun, learning about new people or cultures, and enjoying the company of your traveling companions.

Popularity: 45% [?]

JanSport Upright Carry On Luggage

JanSport Upright Carry On Luggage Sold Here
When you want to travel in style get the Jansport Carry On Luggage. it comes in many cool patterns and styles and looks great. Jansport is not just for backpacks anymore. These carry on not only look great but they have the convenient pull out handle and wheels for easy manipulation through the crowded airport.

Popularity: 45% [?]

Disney Princess Luggage and accessory – 3pcs set

Disney Princess Luggage and accessory – 3pcs set (Suitcase, mini backpack, and travel bag) Sold Here
Give your princess the Disney princess luggage and accessory set. This set comes with 3 pieces which included the telescoping handle suitcase plus a mini backpack and a travel bag. It comes in the pink Disney Princess colors little girls love and is official Disney licensed travel gear.

Popularity: 100% [?]

Kids Upright Suitcase-Going to Grandma’s-Green

Kids Upright Suitcase-Going to Grandma’s-Green (Green) Sold Here
There is nothing kids enjoy more than going Grandma’s for an overnight stay. This upright suitcase is durable and easy for kids to pack. It comes in great colors and makes a great gift, especially if Grandma has filled it with other goodies.

Popularity: 89% [?]

Disney Mickey 18″ Rollaboard Luggage

Disney Mickey 18 Sold Here
This unique designer Disney luggage has a hard shell and specially design roller blade wheels so that it is easy for kids to wheel around. It has 7 designer Disney prints on the outside and a lined interior with printed Disney patterns as well.

Popularity: 91% [?]

Wb Scooby Doo Kids Size Luggage Rolling Backpack

Wb Scooby Doo Kids Size Luggage Rolling Backpack Sold Here
Young and old alike love Scooby Doo this unique piece can serve as a backpack or rolling luggage. You child can use it for overnight stays with friends or relatives, or if he is very studious he can roll around all of his books, or if he is like my child it will probably be rolled around filled with toys.

Popularity: 50% [?]

Disney Cars Mcqueen Rolling Backpack – Mcqueen Mator Kid size Luggage

Disney Cars Mcqueen Rolling Backpack – Mcqueen Mator Kid size Luggage Sold Here
Another great rolling backpack offer from Disney this is the cars rolling backpack. But this one even includes a water bottle. Don’t let the magic of cars fade away, let your child enjoy this designer Disney product with one main compartment, and two front zipper pockets, and a side pocket with a water bottle and water bottle holder.

Popularity: 34% [?]

Diadora Team Bag (Medium)

Diadora Team Bag (Medium) Sold Here
When you are on the go to the gym or to your sporting event. You need a stylish functional bag to carry your gear the Diadora Team Bag is just that. It looks great plus it is functional with its large main compartment and two vented end pockets. It also features a shoe pocket and a clothes pocket. Hit the locker room in style with this affordable duffle bag.

Popularity: 41% [?]

High Sierra 36-Inch Drop-Bottom Wheeled Duffel

High Sierra 36-Inch Drop-Bottom Wheeled Duffel Sold Here
When you need a large duffle to pack all of your stuff this is the right choice, and you don’t have to worry about lugging is around because it has wheels. Then when you get to your hotel room or a compact state room on a cruise, just flatten the bag and store it under your bed until you are ready to use it again. Seasoned travelers rave about this bag and make repeat purchases.

Popularity: 28% [?]

Canvas Military Duffle Bag Olive Drab

Canvas Military Duffle Bag Olive Drab Sold Here
There’s not a lot to say about this one, it’s a big heavy cotton canvas bag. You can use the money you saved on the price of this duffle to buy more clothes to stuff in this duffle. Plus this thing is huge so you can use it for storing camping equipment or what ever you have that needs to be stored.

Popularity: 34% [?]