• Lay out what you think you need, then take half
• Layer for plane trips
• Take good walking shoes
• Pack enough in your carry-on to get you through if your luggage doesn't show up
• Roll your clothes
• Keep your meds with you at all times. Pack extra to cover travel delays or unplanned detours
• Use zip-top bags to separate and compress types of clothing
• Seal your cosmetics and lotions in a zip-top bag before packing
• Use two smaller suitcases rather than one large one due to the airline weight restrictions; doing this will also help you in case one gets lost
• Pack clothing you can mix and match, using two main colors (purple and red, of course)
• Pack things inside other things (stuff undies or socks into shoes)
• Check with your hotel to see if hair dryers are provided; if yes, leave yours at home
• Separate delicate items with tissue paper.
• Pack a laundry bag for dirty clothes
• Take a travel umbrella
• Pack a flashlight
• Pack a travel candle or air freshener for that not-so-fresh room
• Pack underwear, and throw it away after every use so you have room for your new stuff
• Pack way ahead of time, then take out what you realize you won't need
• Pack your suitcase, then place it inside another suitcase if you are a shopper and buy souvenirs
• Wrap breakable items between clothing
• Never check your laptop, digital camera, medicine, jewelry or traveler's checks
• Pack less and do more laundry
• Don't forget to take a wig if you wear wigs
• Write down your contact information and phone numbers; do not store them in your phone
• Bring snacks
• Start out with no carry-on and pack a tote in your suitcase
• Follow the traveler's code; one to wear, one to wash
• Take an eyeglass repair kit and a little sewing kit. You may also want to take a copy of your eyeglasses prescription.
• Think disposable
• Tie a bright ribbon or large colorful luggage tag on your suitcase so you can easily identify it on the baggage carousel
• Pack each outfit complete with accessories in a zip-top bag to make things easy to find
• Pack your suitcase and carry it to the car. If you can't carry it, it's too heavy. Repack.
• Pack nylon underwear. It dries quickly.
• Keep a list of your medication names, dosages, and doctors' names available.
• Keep a "wrinkles free" spray
• Always put a large piece of paper with your name, address, cell phone number and destination in each checked bag. If it gets lost, your luggage just might find you.
• Bring one red hat and headband or feathers to change your look