How To Pack Your Bags For A Sun, Sea And Sand Holiday
Pack Your Bags For A Sun, Sea And Sand Holiday. A well earned holiday should always start as you mean it to go on. Therefore, why not get it right from the beginning! Learn how to pack your suitcase efficiently and effectively, so that when you get to you
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Step 1:
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You will need
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Step 2:
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Make a holiday day book
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Sit down with your pen and notepad and work-out how many days and nights you are away for - a kind of holiday calendar.
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It is also a good idea to make 3 lists
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1) Clothes, accessories and shoes that are
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essential.
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2) Toiletries and grooming products.
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3) And miscellaneous items that you can't do
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without.
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Step 3:
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Be realistic
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Look at your clothes list and see how well it compares to your holiday calendar. For a week or long weekend you will want a least one outfit a day and something for each evening.
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Step 4:
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Prepare the items
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Once you have made your list put everything you think you want to take with you on the bed. This way you can see exactly what needs to be packed.
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If it doesn't all fit on the bed, then it's probably not going to fit into your case, so do not try to cram too much on the bed.
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Light cotton items like t-shirts, jerseys, swimsuits, sarongs and nightwear can all be rolled to lessen the creasing. This also creates more space in the suitcase.
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For daywear, make sure you take a selection of outfits for excursions or sightseeing and for the days when you are not relaxing on the beach.
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For evenings mix and match a well cut non patterned skirt or trousers, with nice sparkly tops.
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No matter how hot your holiday destination is, it is still a good idea to take a light sweater in case of chilly evenings. And don't forget to pack a light jacket, especially if you will be returning home to cold weather.
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In the case of footwear, pack them into clear plastic bags to stop them dirtying up the other clothing. Make sure you have a small but varied selection of shoes and sandals.
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With toiletries, try not to double up on products. Some products may do the same job, so leave out what you don't need. Try taking all-in-one shampoo and conditioner instead of separate ones. Miniature bottles are also a great way to create more space. Pack your toiletries into plastic bags before putting it into a toiletry bag to prevent leaks going on to your clothes. For extra safety secure any loose or pop up lids with a piece of sellotape.
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Taking a mini first aid kit is a good idea too. Make sure you have everything you think you may need. Plasters, Band-Aids, anti-diarrhoea tablets are some good examples.
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Underwear, especially lacy, silky items should also be placed into plastic bags to prevent them tearing or snagging. You could do the same with socks, belts and bandanas.
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Remember to keep checking that everything you pack is on your list. If you leave something out, cross it off your list.
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Step 5:
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Miscellaneous items
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There will be lots of things that you need to take that don't fall into the clothes or toiletry categories. You may want to pack
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A sun hat
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A good selection of books
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A travel adaptor
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Wet wipes and tissues
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Your iPod
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Sunglasses
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Suntan lotion
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Mosquito repellent, cream for you body and a plug in for your room
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Playing cards or travel games
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And a camera
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Step 6:
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Pack your case
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Start by packing jeans and trousers at the bottom of the case to keep them flat and put any heavy items at the bottom so as to not crease delicate clothing. Also lay flat any towels. Now put your rolled clothes in to make more space around the case and put any books at the bottom or as near to the bottom of the case as possible.
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Pack your shoes into the case. Hats that can be squashed can go on the top.
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Close the case, zip it all the way round. You shouldn't need to sit on it because it should be perfectly packed. Now tie your ribbon on to the handle or strap so you can readily identify your suitcase and no-one else will mistake it for theirs.
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For extra security, lock your case with a padlock or similar device.
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Step 7:
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Departure day
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It's nearly holiday time! You can put last minute toiletries into the side pocket of your suitcase or your hand luggage. Make sure you pack passports and tickets in your hand luggage too. Don't forget all the other things you may want with you during the flight.
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Once you are at your holiday destination, all you have to do is relax and unwind as everything you need will be right at your fingertips.
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And that's how to pack for a Sun, Sea & Sand holiday the VideoJug way.