Tag Archives: flying

Outsmarting Jet Lag

Posted on July 22, 2014 by savagesisters

The first time I flew to a time zone three hours ahead of my own, I missed a large part of an important meeting the following morning. That’s because my body had refused to heed the clanging alarm at what … Continue reading →

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Pack Light—and Solve Mysteries—with Pencil Cosmetics

Posted on June 3, 2014 by savagesisters

Some people’s idea of packing light is simply tossing a cell phone, toothbrush, and clean underwear into a briefcase and heading for the airport. I’m not that spartan. I like to arrive at my destination looking my best. Airport security … Continue reading →

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Lotion Bars Breeze Through Security

Posted on May 27, 2014 by savagesisters

If your quart-size liquids bag is overstuffed, one item you can remove is hand lotion. Then pack a lotion bar instead. Being solid instead of liquid, the bar can remain in your carryon, handbag, or jacket pocket when you go … Continue reading →

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One Small Tube, Many Travel Uses

Posted on May 6, 2014 by savagesisters

The trick to packing light is squeezing as many uses out of one item as humanly possible. That’s why I always take a small tube of petroleum jelly in my carryon. Just like hand-sanitizer, this inexpensive product has dozens of … Continue reading →

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5 Advantages to Packing Your Own Hangers

Posted on April 22, 2014 by savagesisters

Although most experts say that wire hangers don’t do your clothing any favors, whenever I travel, I always pack two of the flimsiest wire hangers available. Sometimes I even use them for hanging clothes. Here are five situations where bringing … Continue reading →

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Reduce Wrinkles by Bundling

Posted on April 15, 2014 by savagesisters

An excellent method of packing clothes in a carryon suitcase is the bundle method. Here’s how to do it: Select a suitcase that opens to a box-like section. 1. Lay your longest clothing item across the opening, with both ends … Continue reading →

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The Power of Premoistened

Posted on April 8, 2014 by savagesisters

Prepackaged moist wipes, pads, and towelettes allow you to get through security with fewer items stuffed into your quart-size liquids bag. Their purpose is generally for cleansing, but sometimes they also include medicinal products. At home you might be frugal … Continue reading →

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Creative Labeling

Posted on April 1, 2014 by savagesisters

Experts advise travelers to keep medicines in their original containers when they pack for trips. But what if your warehouse-size bottle of aspirin is almost as large as your carryon? The answer lies in being creative with labels. Often, with … Continue reading →

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Fighting Germs on Your Journeys

Posted on March 25, 2014 by savagesisters

While you can’t always count on skies being friendly these days, you can count on them being germy. According to Charles Gerba, professor of microbiology at the University of Arizona, the three most bacteria-laden spots on airplanes are toilets, tray … Continue reading →

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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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