Protect & preserve
Always pack fragile items in the middle
of your suitcase, bagged first in
plastic and then wrapped in a towel or
cushioned by soft clothing. Wrap dusty
soles in shower caps or plastic bags to
prevent the dirt from transferring to
your clothing. To prevent spills at the
source, put a layer of plastic wrap over
the mouth of lotions and sun creams
before replacing the lids, and bag them in
ziplock bags.
THE JURY IS STILL OUT ON WHICH PACKING
METHOD IS MOST EFFECTIVE FOR CONSERVING
SPACE AND PREVENTING WRINKLES.
3
CARDINAL
PACKING
SINS
1
Not knowing the luggage
limits and restrictions
Airlines all have different policies,
and some even have different rules
for different routes. Always check
the hand and check-in luggage limits
and restrictions specified on your
ticket. If in doubt, ask your Sure
Travel consultant for guidance.
2
Layer & fill
When it comes to bulkier items that you don’t want to crease, such
as jeans, dresses or jackets, lay part of the item inside your bag
(with the other half hanging over the edge of your suitcase) and
then weave item after item on top of each other. Once everything’s
been layered, fold each item in half until there are no garment edges
hanging out of your bag – this should prevent wrinkles.
Keep it clean
Pack a couple of extra bags for soiled laundry and muddy boots,
along with a couple of dryer sheets to keep your suitcase smelling
like newly laundered linens. Your travel companions will thank you!
Not checking the weather
Sure, it’s supposed to be balmy
in Barcelona at this time of year,
but have you checked the weather
forecast? Don’t be caught on the
wrong side of a freak weather
pattern with nothing but flip-flops
and shorts – check the weather
before you pack.
3
Overstuffing your suitcase
If you have to sit on your
suitcase before your trip to Istanbul,
how are you going to close it when
you have all those boxes of Turkish
delights, silver jewellery, leather
jackets and other shopping scores to
fit in? Always aim to leave around
one-third of your suitcase free if
you’re planning on shopping.
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