I can’t say enough about the importance of purchasing packing cubes. They are the beginner’s step to staying organized and packing light. There are many different kinds. My husband has Rick Steves cubes, and I have the eBags I purchased on Amazon. This is of one of the smaller cubes I use for my dedicates, socks, tights and pajamas.
My favorite travel bag
I’m always on the lookout for a versatile bag. I was looking for a bag that would double as a tote bag and a backpack. I have found lots of bags that double as messenger bags and backpacks, but I couldn’t find one that was a tote and a backpack. I like totes for when I’m at…
How to save money on travel books
A good guidebook can be the difference between an extremely frustrating trip, and a very simple one. I’ve had poor guidebooks that have left me tons of unanswered questions, terrible maps, inaccurate pricing information and wrong train timetables. Looking for a good guidebook with the information you need can be a challenge. Sometimes it involves getting five…
Making the most of your quart-sized bag
Packing with one carry-on means that all your liquid items must fit inside a quart-sized bag. Not only that, but each item must be 3.4 ounces or smaller. They call this the 3-1-1 Liquids Rule. “Liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less per container; must be in 1 quart-sized,…
How to plan a budget for a trip
Picking the destination is the hardest part, because there is so much to see in so little time. Now that you’ve picked a destination, you have to put together a budget to see how much you need to save for. You’ll want to include all things that you will be spending money on, that way…