Packing seems like a simple thing to do but not many travelers can do it right. There have been many travelers being stopped at the airport security check because they carried prohibited items. Other problems include broken bag or spilled container from inside your bag. So, problems related to packing can be very depressing for travelers. It can ruin the entire mood for fun and smooth travel.
Solving common packing problems for smooth travel
Forgetting your essentials for travel at home. It doesn’t matter if you just left minor things such as toothbrush since you can buy it at your destination. However, it becomes serious problem if you left important items such as wallet, phone charger, guide book, etc. If the time is too tight for you to come back picking up your items, ask someone you know to get it for you to the airport. If you have to come back home and miss your flight, try to get on the next flight.
What should you do when you have too many souvenirs from your trip before returning to home? It is one of the most common problems faced by travelers. They don’t have enough space to keep the souvenirs or they only carried small bag. The solution for this problem is to ship your souvenirs back home. It is a safe bet especially when your souvenirs are something fragile and large. Another option is to mail the item yourself using major international shipping company. Or, you can also pack a foldable bag that doesn’t take up space too much in your suitcase.
If airport security confiscate your valuable belonging, ask them politely if you can take it away from the checkpoint. If they say yes, you can move prohibited items into your luggage. You can also place it back to your car or give someone who drop you off at the airport a call so they can come back to help you keep your prohibited item. Promise them a souvenir from your trip to brighten up their day especially if they have to turn their car around.
Broken travelling luggage is not that common but it does happen sometimes to travelers. Some of them broke at the airport. There are many reasons why it can happen such as wear, tear, broken zippers, overpacking, etc. Always bring a duck tape before travelling anywhere to solve problem with suitcase with a gaping hole. If you forgot, ask people around you if they have any. Or, use a paper clip to fix your bag with broken zipper.
Next common problem is something spills all over your stuff. If your clothes are stained, bring them to professional cleaner. Or, ask the hotel staff if there is any laundry service. Or, you can clean your clothes yourself using white vinegar, clean remover detergent, or dishwashing soap. Just dab the stains and don’t rub it to prevent it from spreading. Some of your items might not be salvaged so you might have to buy them.
