There is nothing more difficult then packing when you are going on a business trip, whether it is for 1 night or 2 weeks. Especially if you are like me and you don't want to have to check your bags. When carrying on, not only do you worry about the 3-1-1 rule for liquids but your bag can only be a certain size to go through the security scanner and fit in the over-head bins.
In my job, I am out on business travel 70-90% of the time. I can't even guess how many miles I flew in 2007 and 2008 is on track for more of the same. I thought I'd share a few tips and tricks that I've developed along the way.
Today's tip is about Dealing with the liquids:
Get travel sizes of everything. Almost any personal care product can be purchased in travel size. I use an aerosol hairspray (normally purchased at the local beauty supply) and have found that I can pick a small size up even at the grocery store in a pinch. A small size toothpaste can last a week or more as well. If you are gone longer, take two. It's suprising how many small bottles you can fit in a quart-size bag.
Deodorant solids and other solids don't need to go into your 3-1-1 Ziploc bag. Things that are not liquids, don't need to go into your Ziploc bag. If you usually use a gel deodorant, switch to a solid. You may be able to do this with other products as well. For instance, instead of a liquid styling cream, talk to your hairstylist. You may be able to get the same results with a solid styling wax or similar product.
Use the zip-top bag. You get at least an extra half inch of space because the zipper lays flatter then the non-zipper type. 
In my job, I am out on business travel 70-90% of the time. I can't even guess how many miles I flew in 2007 and 2008 is on track for more of the same. I thought I'd share a few tips and tricks that I've developed along the way.
Today's tip is about Dealing with the liquids:
The TSA has thoughtfully provided a comprehensive list and a quick perusal can save a lot of headaches.
I think you'll be amazed at how much space you'll save. It might even be enough for that extra pair of shoes!
1 comment:
All great tips ... and then there's me. I pack small-ish sized versions of everything, put them in my normal vanity bag, pack it in my suitcase, and just wing it every time I go through security. Maybe only one time out of the last 10-12 flights have I been asked to pull them out and put them in the Ziploc baggies. Now, I wouldn't recommend this approach for others...but it works in a "pinch" (plus allows one to enjoy an anti-authoritian smirk when going through security).
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