Always keep a copy of all your important documents and information
at home with someone in case you lose yours whilst traveling as they can help
you out if needed.
Plastic bags are the best. Always take one
or two plastic bags in case you need to quickly pack wet towels swimmers, or something.
Zip-lock bags are even better. When packing, roll up your clothes instead of
folding them to fit more in. Place them in a couple of separate big zip-lock
bags and seal them making sure no air is in the bags. This is the best way to
pack as you can fit a lot more in and if you need to get to something quickly
you know where it is. Take a few extra - they don't take much room and you will
use every one you take, I can assure you. Place all your items and electronics
you wish to take on the plane in one as well so you don't have to fish through
for things and look silly in the line at security. You can just place the whole
bag through the scanner. This way you can't leave anything behind too.
When organizing and packing it is always
good to write up a plan with all the dates you are away for, including details
of where you will be and what you plan to do. Include a budget so you know how
much you should be spending each day. This just helps prevent future disasters,
like running out of money when you still have a week to go. Trust me, that is
the worst.
Oh, another tip would obviously be to not
leave everything to the last minute. Go and exchange cash whilst you are at
home into the local currency of where ever it is you’re going on your wild
adventure. Don't wait until you get to the airport as it can be a lot more
expensive to exchange money there. Get out a few hundred in cash so you will
not be stuck without money for taxi's, food, etc once you have arrived. While
we are on the topic of money, take a small bag or have a zipped bag somewhere
on your body to hide your money. Preferably on your front and somewhere where
you can feel it in case it was to disappear. Make sure it is strapped to you at
all times as pick pockets are a major issue no matter where you go.
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