The holidays are a time of travel. Everyone is busy going to and from friends and family. While it’s great to see everyone and spend time celebrating with the ones you love, travel can be one of the most stressful parts of the season. My family usually travels by car, but we have also traveled by plane for the holidays, and both are stressful for different reasons. I have found that having the right things in my tote bag (I used my longchamp for this one) can help makes the time in the car or in the air much more enjoyable.
Phone/Laptop/iPad/Nook
These seem like no brainers, but you would be surprised how
easy it is to forget them. Time always goes by faster when you have these for
work or entertainment. Don’t forget chargers and headphones!
A great playlist
Especially essential if you’re the driver. I couldn’t
survive my six hour drive home without one!
Books and Magazines
These are great if you don’t feel like being plugged in.
Challenge yourself to finish a whole book during the trip.
School Work or Work Work
Even though it’s vacation time, I hate wasting valuable time
when I have things to do. A six hour drive or flight is the perfect time to
catch up on emails, homework, or start studying for finals.
Drinks and Snacks
I can’t go on a long car ride without a diet coke and a pack
of crackers. You never know when carsickness or hunger could strike! If you’re
flying be sure to buy these after you go through security so they won’t be
thrown away.
Sunglasses
Nothing is more miserable than being trapped in a car with
the sun blazing in your eyes with no way to block it. Be prepared!
Small toiletry bag
I keep mascara, lipstick, and moisturizer in my bag for
touch ups and dry skin. I also keep Advil, my epi pen, extra contacts, and
daily medication with me as well- it gives me much more peace of mind than
having it in a bulky bag that would take time to dig through when in need. If
you’re flying be sure to have the right sizes and that you’re allowed to carry
said medication on flight.
Planner
Have your travel plans, tickets, and schedule on hand to
prevent any mishaps or confusion!
Light Jacket or Blanket
I am becoming more and more cold natured the older I get.
These are a must!
Travel Pillow
When all else fails, just catch up on your sleep. You
deserve it!
What are your travel must haves? Let me know!
Love the set up of your blog. Your title is really creative. I actually keep an extra set of sunglasses and makeup bag with the essentials in my car at all times. It makes me feel a little safer and I know when I'm in my car exactly where they are.
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