- Dental Floss
Take dental floss in your luggage. It makes a great emergency shoe lace or clothes line.
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- Undeveloped Film
Pack undeveloped film in carryon bags. Checked baggage screening equipment will damage undeveloped film.
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- Gifts
Wrap gifts upon arrival. If gifts require additional screening, screeners may have to unwrap them.
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- Do not overpack bags
If screeners have to open them, closing overstuffed bags can be difficult and result in delays for checked baggage.
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- Label your laptop computer
Tape a business card or other identifying information beneath your laptop to avoid loss or the accidental 'exchange' with travelers.
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- Film Canisters
Empty plastic film canisters are the perfect short trip travel size for lotions, shampoos, cotton balls, or other items.
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- Shoes
When packing your shoes, prevent scuff marks by putting each one inside of a sock or a reused plastic bag.
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- Diaper Bag
If you must take valuables like cameras etc. (especially when flying), then pack them in a diaper bag. It's less likely to be stolen and many of them have outer pockets that you can slip other things into like your itinerary, snacks, change, etc. The bottle holders are great for bottled water. Some of these bags are better designed for organization than some expensive luggage I've seen.
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- Documents
When packing your important documents - eg., passport, birth certificate, etc., pack them in a zip-lock bag. It keeps them clean and all together!
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- Combination Lock
Small, sturdy, combination locks are best for quick access to your luggage. Keys get lost; a simple combination number that you set is quick and easy, no fumbling for key, etc.
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