Fun Travel Gifts for Grads!!

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Travel Tip #10

Don't forget that everyone traveling between the United States and Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean and Bermuda may be required to have and present a valid passport. Make it easy to find in your bag as you go through customs and keep your travel documents and currency organized with a cute, stylish holder! Check out our new styles at www.travelingchic.com!

Packing Tip #11 and #12

#11 If you are traveling with your spouse or a close friend I recommend cross-packing. This means that you pack half of your personal things and half of your travel companion's things in your luggage and pack the other half of both of your things in their luggage. Since there is always the chance that the airline may lose your luggage you will have much better odds with this packing method to at least end up with some of your stuff!!

#12 To help save room when traveling with children, I suggest packing your kid's shoes inside adult shoes. Another space saving tip is to stuff other little things inside your shoes, such as a small shampoo bottle or your jewelry!

New Product! Tag-along Tote

We have a new product in stock that is incredibly useful, but also stylish. With the TSA rules getting more and more strict, it is impossible to get by with all of your hair and shower products in one carry-on. If you are like most women and like to take all of your products with you then the tagalong tote will be perfect for you! This bag holds full sized bottles and prevents any spillage in your suitcase! The Tag-along tote comes with 3 bags that are 13" by 17". Check it out at www.travelingchic.com!

Packing Tip #10

Want to help out the country that you are visiting, but don't know how?! Check out this website: StuffYourRucksack.com . This site is designed to help small organizations that don't typically receive support from international NGO's or their government. It lets you look up the country you are visiting and lists the supplies, clothing or toys needed. Instead of bringing that extra sweater, why not toss in a small donation! This site makes it easy for you to give back to the wonderful people you have met along the way!!

Travel Tip #7

Have you ever ended up in a hotel room where the curtains don't quite shut all the way and a little sliver of light finds its way right into your eyes?! I have a little trick to help you get the shut eye that you need! Use a hanger from the closet and attach the clips to both of the curtains to keep them tightly closed. However, if you really want to be prepared pack a sleep mask and you'll never have this problem! Check out some of our new styles at www.travelingchic.com!

Travel Tip #6

Before I travel abroad, I like to make a pocket sized "Travel Cheat Sheet". Usually it includes Fahrenheit to Celsius conversions and metric conversions. I also like to have the currency exchange rate and I'll write down how much $1, $10, $25, $50, and $100 are worth. This helps making decisions while shopping easier, faster and less stressful. If I know I will be shopping a lot, especially in markets, I bring a small calculator. This way I can ensure that I don't rip myself off with a silly purchase. Finally, I like to put important phone numbers on it such as, my hotel number, the police etc.

Packing Tip #8 - Cris Notti Cosmetic Bags!!!

This cosmetic tube is the perfect size for packers that like to roll their clothes. If you have never tried the roll-your-clothes method - it works great for keeping everything compact and wrinkle free; especially if you are traveling by backpack! This cosmetic bag fits nicely into any suitcase or bag and is coated with a durable plastic to help you wipe away spills! Check it out at www.travelingchic.com

Disposable Travel Underwear!!

If you've ever had an airline lose your luggage, you have learned how important it is to have spare underwear! Tagalongs are the perfect solution! Two pairs of panties individually packaged in a tiny case that easily fits in your carry-on or purse. These are sure to help you in many travel emergencies! Check them out at www.travelingchic.com !!

Packing Tip #7

Didn’t have room in your suitcase for a lint roller?! I find that the baggage claim stickers the airlines attach to your checked baggage work just as well!

Stylish Travel Eye Mask!!

Do you have trouble getting your Zzzzzz while on vacation? This travel eye mask will help you get your beauty sleep and remain stylish at the same time! This mask is the perfect accessory for a long plane ride! Check out all of our styles at Traveling Chic!!!

Packing Tip #6

I like to pack a travel mini bar in my suitcase. A few mini "cocktails" and some munchies are the perfect surprise for your travel companion after a long flight! This quick pick-me-up will ease you right into vacation mode!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!!

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!