The recent hike in fuel costs has resulted in airlines having to increase costs and pass them onto the consumer. Most notably many airlines are now charging a fee for luggage over 23 kilos. Don't even think about trying to check 2 pieces of luggage as more than likely, you will be charged for that 2nd piece. This alone can add more stress to an already stressful endeavour. That said, now more than ever, we are being approached by the media for our opinion on how to pack a suitcase. So, we have come up with our top 10 packing tips:
1. Make sure your suitcase is a newer, lighter model and choose a medium size
2. Give yourself enough time to pack (it takes longer than you think)
3. Roll your clothes
4. Employ the use of compression bags or space bags
5. Only pack clothing and shoes that you love...don't pack things you think you might wear.
6. Use small containers for your shampoo and cosmetics
7. Separate toiletries into ziplock bags that you can tuck into small spaces in your suitcase
8. Ensure your on-board bag has a change of clothes just incase your suitcase doesn't arrive
9. Bring only 3 pairs of shoes
10. Stuff socks into shoes to maximize space
We hope this helps you for your next trip!
Monday, June 23, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
100 Things
OK - we haven't commented for quite some time...I guess life got in the way. Susan and I have been very busy with several projects and in March I decided to take a trip to Italy for 2 weeks. Then upon my return immediately move to a new condo. Whew! Glad that's over. There's nothing like downsizing to keep you honest. All that "stuff" my husband and I thought we needed but now really don't....
things like this 
that we used to really love or that 
we always meant to refinish. But the greatest reward from downsizing is that you can't take it all with you. This is a very liberating experience because the process forces you to make the best and wisest choices. Simply put, you must let go of some of your things. Speaking of things, you must visit this website http://www.guynameddave.com/. His challenge is to bring his personal possessions down to just 100 items by November 2008. He will then live for one year with just 100 personal "things". What a challenge! His blog is interesting and includes lists of the items he currently has as well as some categories of things that are exempt from his 100 count. His latest count brings him to 97 items but he feels he has forgotten a few things. We're looking forward to keeping tabs on his progress.
that we used to really love or that 
we always meant to refinish. But the greatest reward from downsizing is that you can't take it all with you. This is a very liberating experience because the process forces you to make the best and wisest choices. Simply put, you must let go of some of your things. Speaking of things, you must visit this website http://www.guynameddave.com/. His challenge is to bring his personal possessions down to just 100 items by November 2008. He will then live for one year with just 100 personal "things". What a challenge! His blog is interesting and includes lists of the items he currently has as well as some categories of things that are exempt from his 100 count. His latest count brings him to 97 items but he feels he has forgotten a few things. We're looking forward to keeping tabs on his progress.
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