Category Archives: Pennywise Packing Pointers

7 Ways This Special Washcloth Can Improve Your Trip

Posted on March 18, 2014 by savagesisters

Even when packing light, I always include a few “insurance” items in case of emergency. One of those is a 9×8-inch washcloth made from synthetic chamois fabric, the kind advertized for car detailing. I first got the idea when the … Continue reading →

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Throwaway Eyewear

Posted on March 11, 2014 by savagesisters

I hope the headline worked in getting your attention, because it’s not really true. No authentic Savage Sister ever throws anything away that still has life in it. But the pair of readers and its custom case featured in today’s … Continue reading →

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Save Room—Wear Your Pillow

Posted on March 4, 2014 by savagesisters

In my opinion, one’s pillow can make or break a good night’s sleep. I prefer a fairly flat pillow, filled with genuine down, that I can fluff exactly the way I want my head and neck to be supported. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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Packin’ Poodles

Posted on February 25, 2014 by savagesisters

My cousin Joyce is a dedicated “doggy mom” to two adorable poodles, Tuffy and Looney. As a great mother—and daughter—to humans too, she often travels by air to visit family. Naturally the dogs come along. Joyce has trip-preparation with her … Continue reading →

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Make the Most of Your Onboard Personal Item

Posted on February 18, 2014 by savagesisters

You already know you can usually take one carryon bag and one personal item aboard flights. Now that the most airlines charge extra for checked luggage, we travelers are getting creative with our personal items. My solution is to use … Continue reading →

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Sneaking Perfume Past Security

Posted on February 10, 2014 by savagesisters

Does limiting all your fluids and gels to a single quart-size bag in your carryon mean you can’t take a little perfume or cologne on your next trip? Not necessarily. Remember, the TSA isn’t trying to stifle your fashion sense … Continue reading →

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Staying Warm While Traveling Light

Posted on February 3, 2014 by savagesisters

Ever since I became a guest professor at a Midwest university every January, I’ve had to endure Indiana’s wintery weather. I’ve survived well—even when traveling with a carryon only—thanks to my down coat. I purchased the coat at least seven … Continue reading →

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Dehydrate Your Hair Conditioner

Posted on January 27, 2014 by savagesisters

One of the biggest challenges of flying with just a carryon is how to limit your liquids and gels to what will fit into a quart-size zip-top bag. Did you know that one such elimination can be hair conditioner? Now, … Continue reading →

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Space-Wise Pill Holders

Posted on January 21, 2014 by savagesisters

I’ve tried many methods of packing vitamin supplements and over-the-counter medications when I travel. Those plastic holders marked for every day of the week are handy, but experts warn against storing different kinds of pills and capsules together. Doing so … Continue reading →

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