I'm grounded.
...and by grounded, I'm referring to no major trips planned in the near future. While O'Hare is probably sending condolence flowers to my family after noticing my sudden absence, a number of friends are traveling this weekend and have the dreaded task of packing before them.
Packing was once a necessary task that would unfortunately result in at least one missing item upon my arrival. To add some extra ease to your ordinary packing, here are a few tips I've picked up over the years:
1) Carry a few extra baggies in your suitcase. From leaky shampoo to receipts, they can help make your return home hassle-free.
2) Type up the "musts" for every trip, such as a phone charger, toiletries and important documents. This will make it easier to check them off before each trip vs. starting your list from scratch each time.
3) My friend Nicole taught me this on my very first work trip to Washington D.C. - consider your color palates. If you have three outfits with blacks and grays, don't make your fourth in browns... you can cut your accessories and shoes in half.
4) Double check your luggage handles, zippers and wheels before each trip. It may save you a big hassle during your trip. Nobody wants to see their unmentionables scattered on the tarmac or be forced to buy an expense, ugly but essential replacement bag in the terminal.
5) If you plan to bring back souvenirs, make sure you have room in your luggage or have an extra bag for the return flight. I've even went as far as taking a pair of shoe on their last leg... enjoyed them for my trip's last leg and then tossed them before heading back to the States.
To those of you heading to the friendly skies this weekend, safe travels!
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