Preparing for a trip

When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money. ~Susan Heller

Istanbul Hotel

Preparing for a trip can be either fun or an annoying task.

For me everything has to do with “organizing”.

Start by making a “packing list” of everything you might need and once you start preparing your luggage you can tick items out of the list.

It is better to start making your list one week before traveling so that you’ll have enough time to buy what you need.

Don’t forget to mention things like: passport, money, credit cards, camera, phone, chargers, selfie stick, iPad, etc….

It all depends on the type of travel you’ll be making. If you’re going to a sunny place; sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (one must always have it and apply it even in winter) as well as bikinis are a must!

The type of clothes depends pretty much on the place you’re going to and whether you’re on a business trip or leisure.

I suggest taking light clothes, ones you can feel comfortable in after all you’re going on a vacation let’s make it fun!

As for the shoes, it is better to have flat ones because you’ll walk a lot but why not taking a pair of high heels “just in case” (that’s what I always do for dinners…).

Keep in mind that you should not take all your closet with you 😉 Yes! It is tough! I KNOW …

Besides, you’ll need a place for all the things you’re going to buy during your trip. Keep that in mind!

Napoli Hotel

Napoli Hotel

Remember to have with you an emergency travel kit for headaches, an aching throat, plasters, etc…

Women do not forget to take your make up bag, make up remover, day and night cream, etc…

A good tip to fold your clothes in the travel luggage is to roll them. In that way you’ll reduce wrinkles and this method will let you fit more items into your bag.

Please avoid putting inside the smaller bag you’ll be taking with you on the plane any liquid, perfume, makeup, sharp things, etc… because it is forbidden.

I think that is pretty much everything. Preparing for your first trip can sometimes be kind of confusing but don’t worry you can make it fun and enjoy every second of it.

Bon Voyage!

Maja ❤