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PACKING TIPS FOR YOUR EXOTIC
TRIP |
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Packing for a
Beach Vacation
or Cruise
Vacation. |
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The flights are booked, car rented,
hotel reserved, and your clients leave tomorrow - time for them to
pack! Here are some helpful suggestions you may way want to pass
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GETTING STARTED |
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If You're simply
going there...... Pack everything!
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If you're going
Bare.. Pack Nothing!
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If your barely going
there.. Pack a few things!
Packing is not a matter of simply
throwing necessities into a bag. Just as important as what you pack
is how you pack. With that in mind, here are some general packing
tips:
To avoid last-minute anxiety, make a thorough packing list before
traveling.
Avoid over-packing. Do not bring things just because they might come
in handy.
Pack mix-and-match clothes to help minimize baggage and yet enjoy
variety.
Take things that dry quickly, like synthetic fabrics and lightweight
cotton.
Iron before packing and then roll – don’t fold – clothes.
For bulky items like sweaters, stuff the rolled garment toward the
foot of a pair of pantyhose – it makes a tight container that takes
up less space.
Leave dry–cleaned items in their plastic bags to help avoid
wrinkles.
Hang clothes immediately after check-in to prevent wrinkling. If
clothes do wrinkle, hang them in the bathroom while taking a hot
shower to steam them smooth.
Consider bringing "disposable" clothing, such as older socks,
underwear, T-shirts, and even old shoes. Before departing, donate
them or throw them out to make room for souvenirs.
Layering is a great way to make a wardrobe more versatile and
accommodate changing weather.
Place anything that could ruin clothes, such as liquid make-up,
shampoo, and toothpaste, into a sealed plastic bag.
Pack a small lint brush.
Take along your eyeglass prescription in case you lose or break your
glasses. Consider buying glasses that darken in the sun to eliminate
the need for sunglasses.
If you plan to take along items such as an electric razor or hair
drier to a foreign country, check with your hotel to see if you'll
need an adapter.
Even the lightest traveler should bring a day bag. A small backpack
can hold your umbrella, camera, book, souvenirs, and whatever else
you want to carry while you go exploring.
A security pouch is essential. Worn concealed under clothing, it is
the safest place to keep money, travelers’ checks, passport, and
other valuables.
Don’t forget a small "first aid kit" of bare necessities: tweezers,
nail clippers, aspirin, antibiotic cream, cotton swabs, anti–diarrhea,
and cold medications.
A small, inflatable pillow is indispensable for avoiding a sore neck
on a long overnight flight or train ride.
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PACKING FOR YOUR BEACH
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Cool, comfortable and casual is
generally the rule on most beach vacations. Slightly more formal
wear is a good idea for dining and.
Shorts
T-shirts
Short sleeve shirts
Lightweight slacks or a summer gown for town
Jacket and tie
Sweater for the evening
Swimwear (None if you're going nude ....)
Extra large beach towel
Sunscreen
A small, portable radio
Sandals
A good pair of walking shoes
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PACKING FOR A
CRUISE VACATION |
Cruise vacations are casual by day,
however, evening attire can vary by ship. Guests on luxury lines may
dress more formally for dinner, while other vessels might have a
more relaxed atmosphere. Attire should be appropriate for the
destination climate, as well.
Swimwear (None if
you're going nude ....)
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Jackets and ties; elegant slacks and blouse or a summer gown if
dining is formal.
Shorts
T-shirts
Short sleeve shirts
Sweater for the evening
Comfortable walking shoes and a day bag or light backpack, for
exploring ports of call
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