We found this informative video on The Middle Seat Terminal, a great travel blog from The Wall Street Journal. Sit back, relax and enjoy…but do pay attention for some helpful air travel tips!
by Brooke Dowd Sacco, Assistant Buyer & Blogger · June 18th, 2009
As the first phase of TSA’s Secure Flight is put into place, they will now begin asking passengers to enter their full name – as it appears on the government issued identification they will be traveling with – when making airline reservations.
The fact that this wasn’t enforced previously did surprise us. I know that when I travel next month, I will make a point of double and triple checking that I enter my one year old, hyphenated name - including my middle initial. Do you always use your full name when booking airlines, or do you drop off a middle initial or alter your name in some other way?
by Brooke Dowd Sacco, Assistant Buyer & Blogger · May 26th, 2009
Sure, you may be thinking “when possible” applies to weekend trips only, but would you believe some people use a single carry on bag and one personal bag for up to ten days of travel? That may be extreme, but with the right packing habits and the right pieces, one week- one bag can be done. Doug Dymont, author of OneBag.com has been promoting this idea since 1996, long before baggage fees came into play.
Fees aside, carrying on your belongings saves time and eliminates the lost luggage nightmare. The Luggage Blog is here to help. For today, we’ve compiled a quick list of packing tips gathered from here and there… a few from over there too. Stay tuned for carry on luggage suggestions as well!
1.Pack only what you need: This may be difficult, for say, someone who has a bag just for their shoes. But if you’re smart you gave that habit up years ago. This becomes easier when you pack entire outfits- planned in advance - which also makes for less time getting ready and more time to enjoy your trip.
2. Color coordinate: Pick a color scheme for your trip and stick to it. This will eliminate the need for several belts, shoes and handbags.
3. Accessorize: You can essentially wear them same suit if you switch up your tie, cuff links, jewelry or scarf. The same goes for casual gear. A classic, crisp white tee worn under a cardigan by day, can be dressed with with a statement necklace and clutch by night. These small accessories take up far less space than an additional garment would.
4. Use packing cubes: Many travelers swear by Eagle Creek Pack-It cubes. If you’re a generally organized person, they may work for you as well. Available in several styles and sizes, they maximize space and simplify packing. Great for T-shirts, jeans, underwear or socks, they make rolling up and stashing items a snap.
Think your packing tips are better than ours? Share them with us below!
by Brooke Dowd Sacco, Assistant Buyer & Blogger · May 14th, 2009