{"id":1436,"date":"2016-08-08T10:00:20","date_gmt":"2016-08-08T10:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/?p=1436"},"modified":"2016-08-08T19:10:00","modified_gmt":"2016-08-08T19:10:00","slug":"packing-hacks-every-traveler-needs-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/packing-hacks-every-traveler-needs-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

The post below was originally published on Hipmunk’s\u00a0Tailwind Blog<\/a>\u00a0on 08\/04\/2016 by\u00a0TheHipmunk.<\/em><\/p>\n

Gallivanting around\u00a0Madrid<\/a>\u00a0or conducting business in\u00a0San Francisco<\/a>? Wherever you\u2019re going\u2014and whatever you\u2019re planning to do there\u2014you\u2019ll need to pack a bag before you leave for the trip.<\/p>\n

But even though packing is universal to travelers, packing\u00a0well\u00a0<\/em>isn\u2019t necessarily a skill that we all share. That\u2019s where these packing hacks come in. Each of these smart tips comes recommended by master travelers and promises you an easier trip from start to finish.<\/p>\n

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Pack bubble wrap.<\/h3>\n

It might seem counterintuitive to fill up space in your suitcase with something you don\u2019t actually need, but hear us out: Packing a few\u00a0sheets of bubble wrap<\/a>\u00a0on the way to your destination means you can remove it and have extra space for carrying souvenirs on the way home. And if those souvenirs are breakable, then even better: Simply keep the bubble wrap and use it as protection.<\/p>\n

Hide valuables in old toiletry bottles.<\/h3>\n

What respectable thief would ever reach for an old tube of Chapstick or a bottle of sunscreen? Before leaving for a trip, empty out a few old toiletry bottles and\u00a0use them as storage containers<\/a>\u00a0for valuables such as keys, cash, and credit cards.<\/p>\n

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Prevent liquid spills.<\/h3>\n

Fly often enough, and eventually you\u2019ll experience the misery that is a burst shampoo bottle in a suitcase full of clothes. Avoid the suffering by cutting out a\u00a0square of plastic wrap<\/a>\u00a0and placing it underneath the lid on your liquid toiletry bottles. (Just screw the lids back on on top of the plastic wrap.) That way, even if the lid comes open, liquids won\u2019t seep out. It\u2019s also a good idea to further secure toiletries in a plastic bag.<\/p>\n

Pack shoes wisely.<\/h3>\n

Shoes can be one of the most cumbersome items to pack, but\u00a0a few hacks<\/a>\u00a0can make a big difference. Start by packing small items (think socks, underwear, bracelets, watches, etc.) into the shoes themselves in order to save valuable space and prevent these items from sliding around inside the suitcase. Then stick the soles into a shower cap so they don\u2019t soil any of your clothes. Finally, be sure to\u00a0pack shoes foot-to-toe<\/a>\u00a0at the bottom of your bag in order to save additional space and keep the suitcase balanced.<\/p>\n

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Bring smaller bags.<\/h3>\n

Packing light<\/a>\u00a0is a valuable goal, but sometimes bringing along a few extra items is worth it for the convenience they\u2019ll offer during your trip. Case in point: If you envision needing to carry around any large-ish items (e.g. a laptop) while you\u2019re away, then remember to\u00a0bring along a bag<\/a>\u00a0in which to carry them. That way you won\u2019t be stuck lugging your suitcase around a foreign city when all you really need is a messenger bag.<\/p>\n

Avoid tangled jewelry.<\/h3>\n

Save yourself a massive headache upon arriving at the hotel by packing jewelry\u00a0so it doesn\u2019t get tangled<\/a>\u00a0en route. Lay flat a piece of plastic cling wrap, carefully arrange your necklace(s) or earrings on top, and then cover it all up with another layer of cling wrap. Then slide the whole shebang in between clothes for extra protection.<\/p>\n

Wrangle ear buds and power cords.<\/h3>\n

Anyone with a smartphone or an MP3 player knows what a hassle it can be to manage all the cords that keep our devices humming. Even more frustrating is having to tear through a bag searching for said cords (which inevitably seem to make their way to the bottom). Keep everything in one place\u2014and tangle-free\u2014by\u00a0stashing small cords in a sunglass case<\/a>. Wrap them up neatly, tuck them in the case, and assign the case to a spot near the top of your bag for maximum ease of use.<\/p>\n

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Take pictures.<\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve packed everything into your suitcase,\u00a0take a picture<\/a>\u00a0of both the inside and the outside of your bag. If (heaven forbid) your bag gets lost or stolen, this way you\u2019ll be able to easily describe it to the appropriate authorities.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re still finding your packing stride or you travel often enough that you could pack a carry-on in your sleep, these tips will help you maximize space and eliminate stress wherever you find yourself traveling next.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The post below was originally published on Hipmunk’s\u00a0Tailwind Blog\u00a0on 08\/04\/2016 by\u00a0TheHipmunk. Gallivanting around\u00a0Madrid\u00a0or conducting business in\u00a0San Francisco? Wherever you\u2019re going\u2014and whatever you\u2019re planning to do there\u2014you\u2019ll need to pack a bag before you leave for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1436","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"\nPacking Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The post below was originally published on Hipmunk's\u00a0Tailwind Blog\u00a0on 08\/04\/2016 by\u00a0TheHipmunk. 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