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How to Pack a Suitcase So It Won't Pick up Odors

By Bethchapman

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Suitcases pick up travel odors - the smell of packed shoes when they get hot, the stale smell from the plane's cargo section and even hotel smells. Here are some creative ideas on how to protect against such travel odors... more »

How to Pack a Useful First Aid Kit

By wendyr

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A useful first aid kit should contain all the necessary things you might need to treat common injuries or problems. It also needs to contain materials that are appropriate for it's intended use, such as in a car, boat, or on a hike. A family's ... more »

How to Pack an Overnight Bag as a Carry-on

By eHow Travel Editor

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Airlines are notorious for changing or delaying flights and changes often mean lost luggage. A lot of times, it takes a day or two to have it returned to you. If you have ever fallen victim to lost luggage, you might find it easier to pack an ... more »

How to Pack for a Family Driving Vacation - Without Suitcases!

By PearlsWisdom

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A clever way to efficiently pack clothes, toys, linens, toiletries, baby items, etc. for vacation and stay organized upon arrival... more »

How to Pack for a Family Vacation

By Rebecca Wicks

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This summer, parents and kids will be taking planes, trains and automobiles as they head out for their family vacation. But, it's not just about where you're going, but what you're packing that may make the difference between a fun trip or a ... more »

How to pack for a first time trip to the Holylands(many overseas places)

By jacozzie

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If you're a first time tourist you need to pack somethings that may not be on a list. Hotels there do not provide washclothes, and do not have laundromats. Their electricity is 220V as opposed to U.S. 120V., and our electric appliances do not ... more »

How to Pack for a Long Trip

By eHow Travel Editor

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Whether its for vacation or business, packing for a long trip can befuddle a traveler. Worried about packing that large, puffy parka when going to a cold climate? This doesn't have to be a problem anymore. A few steps and some great inventions ... more »

How to Pack for a Motorcycle Trip

By PegC

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A real motorcycle trip with tents and sleeping bags, versus motels and mini-bars, is an adventure. On this trip, luxuries are the sun and sky, not a portable trailer with a double-bed. Packing for a motorcycle adventure can be challenging. Read ... more »

How to Pack for a Mountain Camping Trip

By carolineschley

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Camping in the mountains is a great experience, but it is important, in such a variable atmosphere, to be well prepared. Follow these suggestions to have everything you will need to be comfortable... more »

How to Pack for a Road Trip Vacation

By eHow Travel Editor

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You could hop on a plane and be a hundred miles away in a flash or embark on a cruise ship and meander lazily through the seas, but the truly adventurous travel the open road. Get ready to tackle the classic road trip vacation with your family, ... more »

How to Pack for a Ski Trip to Canada

By CyndiLou

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Skiing in the Great White North is an must-do for many winter sports enthusiasts. Here are some packing tips for the bulky winter gear needed to tame the slopes... more »

How to Pack for a Trip to Charleston, South Carolina

By IlaniSB

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Thousands of visitors each year flock to "The Holy City" of Charleston, South Carolina. Lured by palm trees, Southern drawls and beautiful waterfront views, tourists venture to the Lowcountry, especially in the spring and summer. Charleston's ... more »

How to Pack for a Trip to England

By eHow Travel Editor

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England is a fairy tale world all its own, home to Shakespeare, King Arthur and Round Table lore, and centuries of scandalous monarchs. But, while you're taking in all the castles, palaces and ancient ruins for which England is known so well, ... more »

How to Pack for a Trip to Paris

By eHow Travel Editor

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Paris makes romantics out of skeptics with its alluring history and charming modern-day buzz. Layer your clothes to stay comfortable any time of year... more »

How to Pack For A Trip With Kids

By oneloved

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Are you traveling with kids this summer? Whether you're going on vacation or visiting family, taking a road trip or flying, these tips will help you make sure you pack what you need, and forget what you don't!.. more »

How to Pack for a Winter Trip to Southern Australia

By eHow Travel Editor

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Winter for Australia is May through August, an important factor to keep in mind when leaving from the hot summer temperatures of the US. Southern temperatures remain, for the most part, fairly mild. The exception to this is Victoria and Tasmania, ... more »

How to Pack for an Overnight, Cross-Country Road Trip

By Vanillatte

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If you drive across country to get to your favorite destination, don't drag all of your bags out of the car when you stop for the night. Instead, pack a small, overnight bag with only the essentials... more »

How to Pack for Disney World

By duncan411

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Going to Disney World can be very fun, but also very stressful. Especially if you have traveled a great distance to get to Disney and have found out that you have forgotten something. Here are some ways to help prevent stress and make your ... more »

How to Pack for the ATV Trials

By pappy537

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Four wheeling with friends in the mountains is an adventure. Discovering new trails, taking pictures of the scenery, overcoming obstacles, getting lost. If you make it an all day ride, you will want to take some essentials... more »

How to Pack For The Beach

By duncan411

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When you are packing for the beach, make sure you have brought everything you need. If you live too far away from the beach, it may be hard to turn around and get something you have forgotten... more »

How to Pack for the Beach with Baby

By Rebecca Wicks

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A trip to the beach sounds fun, but packing up when you have a baby can seem daunting. The first couple of times I went, I ended up carrying way too many things. By the middle of the summer I had exactly what I needed -- nothing more, nothing ... more »

How to Pack for Your Fishing Trip

By Angie Shiflett

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Many individuals enjoy fishing. For some, it is a sport. For many, fishing is a hobby. Each and every single year, many elect to take a fishing trip. Generally, these individuals will take on the great outdoors with friends and/or family members. ... more »

How to Pack In Order to Survive a Desert Trip Auto Breakdown

By Wagen-Load-Pro

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You, and your car are getting ready for a long distance trip across the desert. What should you take? You should take equipment in case of an auto breakdown. These items are covered in "How to Pack For A Long Desert Trip". Pretrip ... more »

How to Pack Light for Air Travel

By NikkiS

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It used to be that you could travel and stuff everything but the kitchen sink in your suitcase. With the maximum weight limit on a suitcase or piece of luggage being 50 pounds, airlines are beginning to put tougher restrictions on how much ... more »

How to Pack Light for Air Travel

By alieneyedgirl

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With stringent carry-on rules and airlines charging to check bags, packing light saves stress on your wallet and your body. Learn the flight attendants' secret to bringing it all... more »