The top 20 tips for stress-free travel preparation
Good preparation is absolutely essential.
Soon it will be that time again, the long-awaited vacation is just around the corner and you can't wait to leave everyday life behind.
The saying " Anticipation is the greatest joy " can quickly be overshadowed by the stress of preparation. To prevent this from happening to you and to ensure you're optimally prepared, I've compiled the most important preparation tips:
To ensure your holiday doesn't start off stressful on the day of departure, let's get straight to:
Tip 1:
You should check beforehand how to get to the airport or train station, or what the route is if you're driving. Plan in plenty of extra time, as there can always be traffic jams or cancellations.
Tip 2:
To ensure you don't die of thirst or hunger, buy some provisions the day before.
Tip 3:
Travel often requires an early morning departure, so try to get to bed early the night before. If you're sensitive to light and want to sleep through the journey, remember to bring a sleep mask and a small pillow.
The luggage
Beforehand, you should consider whether you would prefer to work with a Suitcase or with a travel bag want to travel:
For a car trip, a leather travel bag is ideal because the softer material makes it easier to stow and adjust in the trunk. For air travel or trips involving a lot of walking, a suitcase is more suitable thanks to its wheels.
To help you find your suitcase more quickly on the coach or on the airport baggage carousel, you can decorate it with something personal.
With us, everything is possible, from the ever-popular and subtle embossing of initials, to modern airbrushing of your desired designs, all the way to a custom-designed bag. There are no limits to your imagination. The product configurator personalizes every product marked with "my," allowing you to add initials, sayings, or designs in embossing or airbrushing. And with every purchase, you'll receive... A luggage tag engraved according to your wishes is included free with every travel bag.
The most important question: What do I wear and what do I take with me? – The clothes problem
We've put together some tips and tricks on how to pack as easily as possible for your next trip:
Tip 6:
To avoid packing too much clothing and to better prepare yourself, checking the weather forecast can make packing easier.Tip 7:
Even if you're going on summer vacation, it can get cold quickly on the train or plane journey, so simply put on your warm clothes for the trip. This will save you weight.Tip 8:
Lay out your clothes in advance so that you can wash dirty clothes in an emergency.Tip 9:
Clothes you don't like wearing at home, you won't wear on vacation either. Just leave them at home ;-).Tip 10:
Often, you don't need more clothes for a longer trip than for a week.Things you should also consider when packing:
Tip 11:
Shoes are usually the bulkiest items to pack, so to make better use of this wasted space, you can store your socks inside them. Don't forget to pack your shoes in bags so your clothes aren't dirty before your trip.
Tip 12:
You should also pack liquids in bags, because shampoo bottles can easily leak during travel. It's best to take one or two extra bags, as they're also handy for dirty laundry.Tip 13:
Speaking of liquids: Many products are available in sample sizes or small travel packs. This saves you space and also reduces your luggage weight.
Tip 14:
If you are traveling abroad for a summer holiday, you should take enough sunscreen with you, as it is often more expensive abroad than in Germany and you don't want your newly acquired tan to be replaced by a sunburn.
Tip 15:
Pack essential medications, disinfectant, and bandages as a precaution. Make copies of your personal documents in case they get stolen (passport, ID card, vaccination certificate, etc.). If it comes down to it and you need to find them quickly, it's important that you remember where you packed them.
cosmetic bags are ideal for keeping them together in one place.Tip 16:
Besides your luggage, don't forget a bag for your destination. Think about what you want to experience at your destination and whether you'd prefer a [missing word - likely "bag" or "snack bag"] for that. backpack or a You'll need a bag (a large bag can also be used as hand luggage), but you might also need a smaller or more stylish one, like, for example, a Leather clutch For the evening?
For the journey:
Tip 17:
If you're not much of a bag person, suitcases are not only practical for longer trips, but also increasingly popular as carry-on luggage for air travel. This can help keep things organized and your valuables safe.
Tip 18:
Very important! You should always keep your valuables with you, or at least in your bag. handbag or in Stow hand luggage .
Tip 19:
And last but not least: Something you often forget: charging cables for your mobile phone, laptop or camera!
Tip 20:
To ensure you can actually charge your electronic devices, you can check beforehand whether you might need a power adapter. For longer trips, taking a power bank is also a good idea.
I hope I was able to help you a little with your preparation.
Catherine
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