

(Put them in your carry-on bag, not your checked suitcase.) However, if you forget items like a toothbrush or razor, you can typically call the front desk at the hotel for a spare. For toiletries, make sure to pack your essentials, like medication, contacts, and any other items that you might not be able to purchase or replace during your travels. Travel Motto: Curiosity is an amazing compass.Īisle, Window, or Middle Seat: Aisle all the way.Įmail Christine Sarkis at it’s important medication or your favorite lipstick, forgetting any type of toiletry can range from being mildly inconvenient to becoming a serious problem. Ultimate Bucket List Experience: Seeing the Aurora Borealis from the comfort of somewhere warm, like a glass igloo or hot spring. It's easy to pack and comfortable, and makes it so I can actually sleep on flights. The Handy Item I Always Pack: The Trtl Pillow. She is currently working on a travel memoir. Her work has been published in the anthologies Spain from a Backpack and The Best Women's Travel Writing 2008. She has also shared travel tips on television and radio shows including Good Morning America, Marketplace, and Here & Now. Her advice has been featured in dozens of print and online publications including The New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler, and People magazine. Her stories have also appeared on USA Today, Conde Nast Traveler, Huffington Post, and Business Insider. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter Sarkis is an SATW-award-winning journalist and executive editor at SmarterTravel.

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