Travel Tips

Pack most loose items in the bottom of your suitcase. Leave your clothes on their hangers in dry cleaner bags. Put them all into the suitcase at once and before folding over, put in a row of small items to avoid a crease in the innermost garment. When you reach your destination, you only have to pick up the whole batch of hangers and put them in the closet.

Call Ahead
Phone the hotel or access their Internet website before you go to find out what amenities the room will have, such as hair dryers, shampoo, and bathrobes. That way you can avoid packing whatever the hotel provides.

No Leaks
Avoid leaking liquids. Pack solid perfume, deodorant, cosmetics, etc.

Special Favors
If you or someone you're traveling with is in a wheelchair or is somewhat disabled, ask your airline whether you can use their executive lounge. This hospitality is often extended.

Luggage
Tag your luggage, both carry on and checked bags. Use your business address on the inside and outside of all luggage.

Carry On
NEVER check any items in your luggage you can't live without (i.e. medication, credit cards, cash, toiletries, etc.) Many items are not easily replaced if lost in your luggage.

Secret Address
You don't want to announce that your home is empty - even to people in another city. You might want to register at hotels using your business address. Remove address labels from magazines ad newspapers before leaving them in a plane, train or hotel room.

Sign Language
Putting out the doorknob sign to request maid service is like hanging a red flag that says, "This room is empty." Don't do it.

No Frills
Many consumers wonder whether no-frills airlines are safe. According to the FAA, "All carriers must follow the same rigorous standards." The low fare airlines fly the same types of planes as the major carriers and are just as safe.