I haven't done a Top 10 Thursday in a while and it's perfect timing for this.
Here are my Top 10 travel tips. Feel free to add yours.
- Triple check your printed reservations for dates, scheduled arrival/departure times, room type, etc. It's easier to correct a mistake within the first 24 hours.
- Copy all itineraries & confirmations on color paper and keep a copy in all travel bags. The colored paper makes for quick & easy locating.
- Leave copies of said itineraries with a few trusted individuals. I always leave my manager a copy. She'd come to my rescue quicker than my family would.
- Triple check the websites for do's & don'ts - baggage/carry-on & weight limits, hotel/rental car check in/out times, etc.
- Overnight stays times 2 equals the amount of underwear you might want to pack.
- If you still use camera film (non-digital), do not send unprocessed film thru airport security's x-ray machine. You will be sorry if you do. (Still fuming about Orlando 2000...*dammit*)
- Pack travel chargers - cell phone, blue tooth, batteries, sex toys (lol), etc.
- Arrive at the airport at least one (1) hour early & have someone go with you if you're afraid your bag is overweight or if you're unsure if you have contraband. That way, they can take the excess crap back with them & you save $50 for a heavy bag charge and they don't pitch your $9.00 bottle of lotion.
- Check in with friends/loved ones upon arrival.
- HAVE A FREAKIN' BLAST!
Minus the batteries, of course! LOL
ReplyDeleteI print my itineraries on regular paper, but I keep all my info (addresses and phone numbers) in a colored two pocket folder.
Good tips!
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to wear your nice clean socks for the shoe check. LOL Tell Red to leave those black ones at home for the DC trip!
Oh yeah! I guess I need to make that clear: http://msmo72.multiply.com/links/item/51/Airlines_Guidelines_For_Lithium_Batteries
ReplyDeleteHonorable mention - pack CONDOMS! ....cause you just neva know.
ReplyDeleteNever thought about this one and I am a travel queen. I will do that from now on. Also put something distinctive on your luggage because everyone's luggage looks alike these days although I have seen some pretty colors in luggage nowadays. I also try to use sky caps and curbside service and leave a tip..it is so worth it.
ReplyDeleteGood tip! I do have some purple ribbons tied to my black bag. The other is a tapestry with a big blue/green luggage tag & easy to spot.
ReplyDeleteI use Christmas ribbon wrapped around my handle.
ReplyDeleteLately I been using scrunchies preferably something bright like orange or yellow
ReplyDeleteThese are excellent travel tips Sis, thanks for sharing. *printing this out*
ReplyDeleteAnother tip - since the airlines have outlawed luggage locks, use bread bag twist ties or cut rubber bands to keep your bags closed. It lessens the chance of accidental unzipping.
ReplyDeleteBuy that Downy Wrinkle Releaser for your clothes. They do sell them in travel sizes.
ReplyDeleteKeep a clean set of clothes & undies in the carry on in case of lost luggage.
...or a credit card for a new outfit! *giggles*
ReplyDeleteYes!
ReplyDeleteDo NOT show up for your flight drunk or high.
ReplyDelete# Overnight stays times 2 equals the amount of underwear you might want to pack.
ReplyDeleteI always bring extra panties...not to say they all get used...hehehe
I'd bet my next paycheck you have a story behind that comment.
ReplyDeleteDon't take too much shit period. People over pack and never wear that ish talking bout they want to be prepared. You don't need to take the whole house with you. Back in the day we went to Florida every August. My parents are from there. My mom used to pack her life insurance policies just in case somebody robbed the house while we was gone Wtf? I will say this though...she taught me how to travel. I hate it when people travel with me that don't know how to travel....ughhhhhhhhh irks my dam nerves. Even my kids done been on the train, bus and planes 50 million times and sometimes fly by themselves. If they can get it why can't grown ass people get it?
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like some Dorothy Mae mess! *LOL*
ReplyDeleteActually I don't. Keep the check and just gimme a hug friday.
ReplyDeleteYou got it!
ReplyDeleteLmaoooo you know it...honey my mom was no joke...bless her soul. She was dead effin serious too. She was prepared for everything.....
ReplyDeleteSeeing how its 11pm and my shit is still sitting everywhere but my suitcase... the likelyhood that I'll follow any of these rules is slim to none... and besides...my nephew is laying in my suitcase as we speak watching Thats So Raven... Im just hoping i remember to take clothes and not him... lol
ReplyDeleteDang it.. what is going on here... does no one like black sneaks...lol
ReplyDeleteFucking old hag stuck in my head now... *shivers*
ReplyDeleteDamn...
ReplyDeleteAll I'mma say is, "Aunt Ruby at the family BBQ...."
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