Carry-On My Friends – But Be Smart About It
Posted on April 22, 2008
I am a big proponent of not checking luggage unless it is just absolutely necessary. I am also a big proponent of not being obnoxious about what you carry-onto the plane. Let’s face it, there is limited room and we all deserve our share of it. But if we all are courteous and smart about how we pack, it is possible for us all to bring a little somethin’, somethin’ on the plane with us.
Here are a few tips…
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First and foremost, be realistic and admit when your bag is too big to carry on. If you are headed off on a 2-week ski trip to Aspen, you are going to have to check a bag…there is no avoiding it.
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Get yourself a nice 20-22” soft-sided suitcase. It will fit into the overhead bin of most planes lengthwise and the soft-side will allow you to do a little stuffing if you need to. Then learn how to pack for short trips by taking universal clothing that will work for various scenarios.
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Be an A-Groupie and get on that plane as early as you can before all the overhead space disappears. And be nice, put you big suitcase up top and you little bag under your seat so we all can share the love.
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Pre-pack several zip-baggies ahead of time so that you can just grab one and go. This way you know you have what you need. I keep three packed up in my drawer so that if I have to leave again before I can unpack from the last trip there are no worries.
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Make your second item a back pack or at the very least something that slides over the telescoping handle of your suitcase. If you travel alone this will be a life saver when you try to go to the restroom or if you are trying to order something to eat.
The World Wide Will
MedjetAssist -Take Trips, Not Chances
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