Joanna James
Although vacations are meant to be laid back and stress-free, a disorganised traveller is less likely to feel carefree even during a getaway to an exotic location. Here are five ways to upgrade your travel habits to become a more diligent and organised tourist.
Travellers who find packing and then living out of a suitcase a stressful experience will find that packing cubes are the best solution to both these issues. By organising different clothing items into cubes, travellers can not only pack their luggage with ease by grouping similar items together in a single cube but also enjoy the benefit of finding various items in their suitcase during the trip. The ability to pack according to categories (ex- underwear in one cube, casual tops in one cube, footwear in one cube) has revolutionised the way tourists approach packing and unpacking. There are countless packing cube manufacturers on the market offering cubes made from durable and easy-to-clean materials so there's no excuse not to use them.
Although purses and handbags are handy for carrying larger items, travellers will find that having all of your essentials in a pouch is far more convenient when out on the road. There's a reason why fanny packs are as popular among seasoned travellers as everything from their wallet, phone, passport and sunglasses can be stored in an easy-to-grab pouch. There's no need to rummage around your handbag or rucksack in the middle of a dark store or a street corner when the pouch allows you to keep your belongings safe and organised.
While it may only be useful when on vacation or travelling around, the value of a travel wallet does not diminish over time. Allowing tourists to store more items than an ordinary wallet, travel wallets are also more durable and less likely to get scuffed or damaged during off-road adventures and the trials of holidaying in a foreign land. Most travel wallets will have special water-proof compartments for storing travel documents such as airline tickets, boarding passes and IDs so items other than cash, credit cards and copies of important documents can be stored safely.
Whether you are departing for a weekend getaway at Mountbatten Bungalow or spending a week in Kandy, packing less will make your holiday a hassle-free experience. Adopting a minimalist attitude to packing can help travellers enjoy their getaway without the risk of losing or the hassle of carrying a large number of personal items. One of the best ways to narrow down your packing list is to select versatile clothing options that can be worn in a variety of ways or paired with other clothes. Jeans and corduroy pants, for example, are ideal for even the most challenging tourist activities and things to do in Kandy including hikes but can be dressed up with a glitzy top for a dinner outing.
Some hotels and resorts will provide a laundry bag to store the clothes you've worn during the trip, but it is not a guarantee. This is why it is necessary to carry a small but sturdy laundry bag so your clean clothes can be separated from soiled items.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
