Most of the times that I talk about packing for travel, my mantra is typically, “Travel light.” By that, I mean you can probably take everything you need in a backpack and a suitcase that qualifies as a “carry-on” when you’re flying. Those who know me have heard me say that I can take everything…
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TRAVEL TIP #704: Carry Essential Oils With You
One of the [many] items hooked on to my backpack is an 8-bottle pack of doTERRA essential oils. I’ve carried one on my backpack for over a dozen years as I’ve visited dozens and dozens of countries. And not once have I ever been questioned about them by any airport security personnel. Each bottle is…
TRAVEL TIP #715: Use Small Collapsible Pouches Instead
Unless you are going to be traveling for months at a time, you probably don’t need to take full-size bottles of shampoo and conditioner with you. And even if you were going on that two-month long cruise, why take rigid plastic containers that stay the same size? The same goes for liquid soap for hand…
TRAVEL TIP #910: Travel Tip: Carry a Small Dictionary With You
TRAVEL TIP: Take a Pocket-Sized Dictionary Carry a “pocket-sized” dictionary with you if you are going to be spending more than a few days in a non-English speaking country. These dictionaries don’t actually fit in a pocket; it just means that they aren’t a full-sized book. And they don’t take up much space in your…