Pack More Stuff In Less Space (NAPSA)—There are two kinds of travelers in the world: those who pack light and those who wish they had. The key is to include everything you need in as little space as possible. Some of the most travel-savvy people in the world—travel agents—offer some helpful tips and techniquesfor efficient pack- ing for all types of travel: Make a plan andstick to it. As an architect plans a building, so must you plan the contents of your suitcase. A packing list eliminates Packing efficiently is the first step to truly enjoying a relaxing the panic of last-second packing, serves as a handy guide for repack- vacation. eventof lost or stolen luggage. chase these whenever you see them, so as not to arrive with a ing at the end of the trip and can be beneficial in the unfortunate Check the weather forecast of the destination and plan accordingly. Also, be sure to know the local traditions. Although many places have relaxed their dress codes, a T-shirt for dinner could be a serious blunder, or bare shoulders may bar your entrance into such places as St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Bare legs for men and womenare strongly discouraged if not prohibited at holy sites in many religions. For almost all outdoor activities, take pieces that can be layered. Lay out the items you intend to take and reexamineyourlist. If possible, weed out single-use items andextras. Travel kits are best for toi- letries. Having a travel kit perpet- ually stocked in a waterproof case will save packing time before the trip and aggravation after arrival. Most personal toiletry items come in inexpensive travel sizes, so pur- half-empty bottle of your favorite hairgel. Iron everything before pack- ing. If it goes in crisp and clean, odds are morein its favor of coming out the same. Button all buttons andzipall zippers. Know whento fold ’em. Practice folding like it’s done in cloth- ing stores—that method is used for a reason. The better the fold, the fewerthe creases. Try to think chronologically, placing the items to be worn first on the top. This will prevent rooting around the suitcase for a specific item while disrupting the rest. e Always carry travel docu- ments, medication, jewelry, traveler’s checks, keys and other valuables in your carry-on luggage. Items such as these should never be packed in checked luggage. For more packingtips, go to www.travelsense.org.
