A practical travel kit should include:
Packing for a short (i.e., a week or less) spontaneous trip? Here are a few tips to help you out:
Putting your items in separate bags allows you to grab what you need when you need it, and it makes packing the car (or living out of a small room) much simpler.
When coming home from a tropical destination, a jungle, or a developing nation, never bring your suitcase home immediately. Instead, take it to a laundromat and wash all your clothing — and the bag — in HOT, HOT water. Some places will even steam your bag for you.
Do this and you might avoid the horror that my sister encountered upon her return from a tropical country: upon pulling her favorite jeans out of her suitcase, she discovered a native spider had taken residence inside her bag … and given birth!
Having been on a number of cruises I can testify you will want to spend almost no time in your room, regardless of size. Therefore, my advice is to get the smallest room you can, because you know it will only be 2% smaller than the larger rooms that cost a whole bunch more money.
Then, with all your extra money, you can:
In other words, have the adventure of a life time!
Don’t be shy about asking for tips, advice, or suggestions. After all, locals know the place better than you.
“Driving late one night on business through downtown Mitchell, South Dakota, the Corn Palace was an intriguing site. Sitting at my hotel bar that evening with a glass of wine, I struck up a conversation with a Mitchell couple who sat near me. Their pride in community was evident, regarding both chosen career paths as well as inside knowledge of local landmarks. Their willingness to talk about Corn Palace history gave me insight beyond local travel brochures and internet websites. The next morning, I made a point to visit the Corn Palace, with better appreciation thanks to that local couple!”