I don't know if it’s because it’s summer, or from the amount of
travel vlogs I've watched, but I'm more than ready to take a vacation, and do the
touristy stuff that can make (some) the locals roll their eyes..lol!
With this in mind, I thought I’d share some tips I’ve
learned from experience (a.k.a the hard way), and from seasoned travelers.
1)
If I need to bring my passport…
a.
I make copies and keep one in my
suitcase/backpack, one in a safe if the place I’m staying at has one.
b.
I also scan and e-mail it to myself.
2)
Bring an index card that has a list of medicine and antibiotics that I'm allergic to.
3)
I call the place I'm staying at to make sure that
they reserved my room.
4) To stretch my eating out budget, I like to bring some water and snacks with me.
This way I’m hydrated and energized and I don’t need to worry about
going over budget.
5)
I take some medicine with me. This way I'm prepared and I won’t need to worry
about finding a pharmacy and it having what works for me.
6)
I’m not sure why this happens, but I find that
if I bring tampons/pads with me, I somehow don't end up having my period. (Depending on how long my vacation is).
7)
To prevent over packing:
a.
I try to bring pieces that I can easily mix and
match with one another.
b.
For shoes, I stick with a pair of flats or
sandals, and wedges that are both neutral colored.
c.
I usually like to bring a cross body bag with me
so it’s out of my way.
8)
For skincare & other hygiene products, I try
to stick with travel size products, samples, or bring what I use with me if it isn’t too
bulky or full.
9)
When it comes to makeup, I just stick with:
a.
liquid or
powder foundation/bb cream (depending on the season), concealer, cool toned bronzer,
blush, eye primer, a small eye shadow palette or one or two singles, lip balm, a
couple lipsticks, colored brow gel, eyeliner, and mascara.
b.
For
tools, I just stick with an eyelash curler, a few face brushes, and eyeshadow
brushes.
10)
I try to remember to bring some wet wipes or
baby wipes with me. These really come in handy
when I least expect it.
11)
Even
though I love to shop, I've learned to be strict with myself and only buy
things that I know I'll use. This way I'm reminded of the place(s) I went to whenever I use it, and they won't just take up space and collect dust.
12) Just incase my flight gets delayed (& I end up leaving the next day), I like to bring extra clothes & undergarments.
.13) If I can, I try to wash the clothes I've worn. This makes unpacking easier and I don't end up procrastinating about it.
12) Just incase my flight gets delayed (& I end up leaving the next day), I like to bring extra clothes & undergarments.
.13) If I can, I try to wash the clothes I've worn. This makes unpacking easier and I don't end up procrastinating about it.
Hope these tips I’ve learned will help you out if you’re
planning a vacation. Please feel free to
leave some of your own too!
Have you seen my previous post?
As always, thanks for reading!
