Packing Tip #5 - Large Sunglasses!!

I always pack, big, dark sunglasses because I love to people watch! Whether you are sitting at a local cafe or checking out the local sites, a big pair of sunglasses allow you to look everywhere and remain undetected!

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Packing Tip #4

If you aren’t a frequent flier, but still take a few trips a year, I recommend keeping a travel box that is filled with your travel-sized toiletries, a travel alarm clock, a money belt, a travel journal or any other travel items that you usually pack. Being a little more organized will save you from scrounging around for all of those items or from having to go to the store to get another travel-sized shampoo bottle!

Travel Tip #5

About 2 years ago I witnessed someone throwing up on an airplane…needless to say, it was not pretty. That is why I recommend ALWAYS making sure there is a barf bag in your row. You might be feeling fine, but you never know what the person next to you had for lunch! Consider yourself warned!

Delightfully Tiny Travel Candles by Maura Peters!!

Toss one of these delightfully tiny candles into your carry-on before every trip! Whether you're put in a smoky hotel room or you had a long day of sight-seeing; these candles will help you relax! Choose from 8 fabulous scents at Traveling Chic!

Travel Tip #4

If your flight gets canceled and you're stuck waiting in a nightmare of a line to speak with the gate agent, be sure to call the airline's 800 number. Chances are you will get your flight re-booked much quicker than you will reach the front of the line!

Travel Tip #3

When I travel to a destination where I don't speak the language I always try to grab a business card that has the hotel address and phone number on it, or I have the concierge write down a message that says "Take me to (blank) hotel and the address. That way if I get in a cab and we are unable to communicate the driver will be able to take me back to the right hotel.

Also, if you have food allergies, I would recommend using the concierge to write down a message such as, "I'm allergic to (blank)" or "(blank) will kill me!' in the local language. You can show this to a waiter and be able enjoy your meal rather than nervously eating and wondering whether you were understood!

Packing Tip #3

Have you ever arrived at a warm weather destination and found your clothes to be a little damp and not smelling as nice as when you initally packed them? Just put a scented dryer sheet in your suitcase before you leave and it will help soak up the moisture and leave your clothes smelling laundry fresh!! Also, when your luggage is in storage be sure to keep a dryer sheet in to prevent a musty smell from forming.

Packing Tip #2

My favorite travel mantra is this: "Pack only as much as you can carry yourself!" Seriously, there is nothing worse than dragging a ton of luggage all over a city, on public transportation or having to ask your travel companion to carry some of your luggage on top of their own! When I'm traveling with my girlfriends, we try to assign certain things for each person to bring (ex. hairdryer, alarm clock, shampoo, etc) to help save room in our bags!

Bright and Bold Luggage Tags by Tepper Jackson!

These adorable luggage tags by Tepper Jackson are the perfect accessory for any set of luggage! They are bold, bright and easy to spot on a luggage carousel of endless black suitcases! Check out www.travelingchic.com for other stylish luggage tags!

Travel Tip #2

Deciding what to pack is a pain. It's especially difficult because weather is so unpredictable! I like to check out www.worldclimate.com before I travel to get a sense of what the weather will be like. This site is great because of its large selection of cities around the world. I hope this helps make packing a little easier!

Fun Travel Journals by Sukie!

Always travel with a pen and a journal, to write down any thoughts, ideas or stories you'd like to remember. This beach scene journal by Sukie is fun, fresh, and fabulous for recording all of your travel memories. The journal has lined and unlined pages for writing and drawing. The journal also includes envelopes to store tickets, business cards and other travel tidbits you pick up along the way! Check out Traveling Chic for other funky Sukie Travel Journals!!

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Awesome Travel Hairdryer!

Say goodbye to bad hair days while on vacation!

Traveling Chic is a huge fan of this Mini Ionized Hair Dryer. If you haven't used an ionized hair dryer before... Now is the time! This dryer locks in moisture for beautiful, shiny hair with reduced frizz. It also cuts the drying time by 50%, giving you more time to enjoy your trip! This hair dryer is lightweight, compact and makes sure you look your best in vacation photos!

Packing Tip #1!

Unfortunately, airlines have a bad reputation for losing luggage. Although I fully believe in positive thinking- especially while on vacation, I also believe in being prepared! That is why I like to cross-pack with my travel companion. Pack half of their stuff in your suitcase and pack half of your stuff in theirs. This way if one of you does end up without luggage it won’t become a traveling nightmare!