How to Pack Part 5: How to Dress For the Plane

       
         On a long flight you want to be dressed comfortably! For bottoms it's best to wear leggings, a maxi skirt, loose fitting pants, or really anything that's comfortable enough for sitting for hours at a time. Top-wise, I almost always wear a big comfy sweatshirt on the plane, because planes tend to get cold. TOMS are my go to shoe because they are really comfortable and good for walking around. Also I don't want people stepping on my feet within such a small vicinity, so open toe shoes aren't an option. 

          I'm only bringing one purse on this trip and it's a messenger bag, which is perfect for long days of walking and what not. Here's a list of key items to bring in your purse:

-Lip Balm
-Lip Gloss
-Hand Cream
-Hand Sanitizer
-Your Passport
-Wallet
-Hair Elastics
*Don't forget to put any liquids in a Ziploc!*


           Some airlines only allow you to have two bags for carry on, if that's case for you just put your purse in one of them. This is another good reason not to fill up your carry on luggage. Now that's all for the How to Pack When Traveling Abroad Series; I'm ready for vacation! Are you?

How to Pack Part 4: Carry-On Luggage

          When on a short flight, I only bring a purse with me as carry-on, but when going on a longer flight it's best to bring a small roller bag. My flight will be about 15 hours with an additional 5 hour lay over and then some. So I'm bringing an extra pair of clothes, underwear, socks and a bra. And I'm putting a pair of flip flops in there just in case I want to switch out of my shoes and free my feet. I also pack a couple of plastic bags to use for laundry (they can be put in your check-in as well). 

*CUTE-TIP: Just in case something happens to your checked in bag, pack an extra outfit in your carry-on!* 

          Now when it comes to my jewelry, I avoid packing it in my check-in bag because I'd hate to lose it. If worse comes to worse, you could buy new clothes similar to your old ones but I've spent years collecting my jewelry pieces from different trips. Some of which aren't cheap either- so I'd rather keep it all with me in my carry-on. 

How To Pack Part 3: Packing Your Check-In Bag

         
When it comes to packing, you don't want to over do it and end up with unnecessary things. Since I'm going to a very hot part of the world I'm making sure I have a few pairs of shorts, a pair of capris, one pair of jeggings (just in case there is a cooler day), and thin cotton pants. I'm also bringing leggings because no matter what climate- they're a great item to have. Also you should make sure you have both dressy and casual clothes; You never know when you'll need to dress up.
           
          Packing clothes that you wear often sounds like a given, but sometimes it's tempting to bring new items or old ones you haven't gotten much use out of. If you think "Oh yea I'll finally wear this", there's a good chance you won't. The same thing goes for your jewelry and shoes as well.

*CUTE-TIP: Pre-planning your outfits is a great trick to packing. When you're picking tops to pack think "What can I wear with this?" That way you have outfits to wear, rather than loads of separates.*

How To Pack Part 2: Toiletries

           
          I know most people have larger sized toiletries at home, but while traveling it's a good idea to minimize your items as much as possible. (Especially when flying, due to specific regulations.) The best thing to do is buy travel sized items from a Wal-mart or Target- at under $2 they are great buys! You can find travel size shampoo & conditioner, shaving cream, hair mousse, floss, and much much more! Wal-Mart also has little travel packs that include shampoo, conditioner, a toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, deodorant, and body wash. It only costs about $5(CAD), which is a SERIOUS bargain!

*CUTE-TIP: Do you have lots of miniature bottles of lotion and body wash laying around? Well traveling is a great time to get rid of them; No need to buy new ones, they're just the right size!*

How To Pack Part 1: Luggage

          
         Your suitcase is the most important thing you need when traveling. I mean, where else are you supposed to put your stuff? Buying a suitcase can be a really costly process. You've already spent enough money paying for your trip, and you're going to need money for expenses during said trip- so you've got to find a great deal!!
          
          Brands like Heys and Swiss usually go on sale for about $150 or a little less. But even that is a little too much in my opinion. If you don't mind what brand your suitcase is- then you can absolutely find a better deal. My mom bought my suitcase from Bentley for $49.99 (CAD).     

        

How To Pack: The Intro

          

          It's summertime! School's out and you have no cares in the world. Well... if you have a job then maybe you do and if you don't have a job- that might be a sore topic. But none the less this is the time to travel! This summer I'll be traveling to Singapore, India and Sri Lanka; A vacation I've been dreaming of my entire life! 

          Over the next few days I will provide you with a 5 part series- where I'll detail the best ways to pack when traveling abroad & how to stay on a budget! Enjoy :)
                                                                                                                                                                       Happy Traveling, C .