Top 5 Packing Tips

Here are some things you might find useful if you have any travel plans. I find these very effective and they do save you some time while you're away.

1. Money
Always take money with you! Whenever you get hungry or thirsty waiting for your ride to come, you will need money. Remember to exchange some cash to the local currency before you travel. You can also take a card as long as you know how your bank works in the country where you're going to.

2. The Map
Studying the map during the night while you're on the trip helps to save some time and plan your route ahead of time. If you prefer technology, a GPS will work perfectly, but those who don't operate with technology, like me, well, maps work perfectly too. Also, make sure your MAP is updated with any new built roads bridges, or short-cuts, this will also help you save time.

3. The Shoe
Its fine if you want to look fashionable in the jungle but, walking in heels in the rainforest or a museum an entire day, might not be the most comfortable solution. Take your old pair of sneakers with you without hesitation. No matter where you are, you will walk, like it or not, short and long distances so make the most of it and be efficient. Take your sneakers and leave your heels for another day.

4. The Clothes
Personal experience has taught me that no matter where you're going or how long it is, you won't need more than 5 pairs of clothes. You will most likely be able to wash your clothes at some point, if not, wearing them twice won't kill you. Be prepared for the climate in the place where you're going. Don't judge a climate or a weather. Check the internet for updates or ask someone you know about it. Take with you a bathing suit and a sweater. These two things don't take up much space and will make a difference once you have them on, don't forget, you might get surprised and you better be prepared for it.

5. The Bag
Depending on where you are going, the size of the bag changes. I suggest that no matter where you're destined, take a small bag. The size of the bag and the amount of luggage you take with you determine your efficiency in airports and moving around from place to place. If you are carrying something big it will take you twice as long to get in a car than it would if it were a small bag. If you are taking with you only the necessary things, you won't need a huge bag and your life will be a lot easier.

There's also a bunch of other things you should take, like a hat, your bathing stuff, but that's obvious. Remember that travel agencies also help, if you're taking a tour, they already have everything set for you and you don't have to worry as much. Packing isn't a very big deal but it does get you places if its done correctly. Don't forget to pack everything a day or two before your trip so you have enough time to go get anything that is missing. :)

This guy has good reasons to pack lightly. Yes, he is funny but he's very right.