Packing Tips

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• For washcloths, tear an old towel into squares and leave them behind along the way. Wash cloths ( are not provided in Europe).
• Keep underwear in plastic bags to keep them organized. Clean vs. Dirty.
• Take plenty of dollar bills for tipping and leave the coins at home.
• Take a separate wallet/coin purse to carry foreign money.
• Leave a list of traveler’s checks numbers at home and a copy of your Passport.
• Bring Snacks.
• Take a grocery (plastic) sack for dirty clothes.
• Don’t forget your Sun Glasses, Sun Block and a Sun Hat for protection.
• Bring your first aid kit - include band-aids, anti itch creams, eye drops.
• Small candle (In case power goes out) and matches.
• Use dry cleaner plastic sacks to separate clothes so they don’t wrinkle.
• Bring a calculator for changing foreign currency.
• Binoculars for watching the scenery.
• Camera and Film - bring your own as it is generally cheaper to bring it than to purchase it and batteries.
• Travel Alarm - if you have a time schedule for your vacation.
• Flashlight with new batteries if you plan on any evening walks.
• Dictionary for foreign languages.
• Address book, Stamps, Pen and Pencil to send postcards.
• Umbrella for protection from rain and too much sun.
• Clothesline and clips so you can rinse out clothes and dry them.
• Ivory liquid (works for laundry, hair and body).
• Put Bottles in zip lock bags (no mess on your clothes).
• Don’t forget your Electrical converter for foreign travel.
• Always have Traveler’s Checks.
• Bring a second copy of your itinerary with phone numbers and addresses of Hotels.
• Keep Tickets in a safe place!
• Keep your Passports/ Visa with you at all times!

Stress-Free - Healthy Travel Tips!

• REMEMBER: ALL U.S. Citizens are Required to have a passport for travel anywhere outside the United States starting December 31, 2006. Don't wait get yours now!
• Book big-ticket items like airfare and other transportation and accommodations rentals well in advance with Smith world Travel to ensure having choices.
• Be flexible. Expect that some plans awry. Getting lost can lead to memorable experiences if you remain calm.
• Pack light. If you can't carry all your bags, you're taking too much.
• Leave the cell phone, pager and laptop at home. Vacations are about detaching from work.
• Don't overbook your itinerary. Everything takes longer in a strange place. Allow time for vegging out, even on an active vacation.
• Don't overspend. Research prices at your destination, especially if going abroad. Ask your travel agent. So you don't get sticker shock from the price of a salad in France.
• But don't pass on a vacation for the lack of money or time. Even a weekend in Glenwood Springs can yield restorative results.
• Try to get home at least a day before you have to return to work.
• Unpack slowly, open mail, return calls and ease back into your routine.

Travel Health Tips

• Take extra copies of your prescription medicine and glasses.
• Carry medications in your carry-on, never in your checked in luggage.
• Use caution in drinking water including ice cubes.
• Eat fruits and vegetables that are peeled and or cooked.
• Carry an antibacterial liquid hand cleanser with you.
• If you have special dietary needs let your travel agent know in advance.
• Carry a 4th of a roll of toilet paper, just in case.
• Wet wipes are handy to have.
• Carry bug spray when in the tropics.

Jet-Lag

• Get plenty of rest in the days prior to your flight.
• During the flight prepare your body's clock for the time change. If the flight arrives in the evening try to stay awake on your flight. If your flight arrives in the morning try to sleep as much as you can on the flight.
• Water is the best thing to drink, take bottled water so you have something when the beverage cart isn't going around. Drink 8oz. of water every hour. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, they will dehydrate you.
• Take advantage of the times when the seat belt sign is turned off. Get up and walk down the aisle to stretch the body and get your blood circulating.
• Wear loose-fitting clothes and the most comfortable shoes possible.
• Don't eat too much before your flight, cabin pressure and cramped places can upset your digestion.
  Eat and sleep in your destination time zone. Even though your body is wanting sleep try to stay awake until nighttime.
• On the first night of your stay take a warm bath. This will replenish your body's moisture and will be a good start to a good night's rest.
• Get outdoors as much as possible. The natural light will help regulate your body's clock.

• Get a pillow and blanket as soon as you board the flight
• Use a carry on bag to prop up your feet
• Bring a magazine or two for reading
• Stretch - Isometrics are also good for you.
• Flex your calf muscles 20 times an hour to improve circulation
• Take decks of cards, snacks, books or magazines and if you prefer your own pillow