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Packing Bags Essay

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Traveling is exciting and packing bags is like a countdown - excitement building up every minute. As a kid I have seen Papa pack bags with perfection and I am glad I’ve inherited some of his skills. I have always been praised for my ‘only-one-light-backpack’ travel style even for longer trips and it just keeps getting better with time. So if you’re not a light traveler yet, fret not, you’ll be there soon. I am listing some packing tips that help me a lot; these especially come from my holidays/backpacking trips.
The Big Bag
I am a person who likes to carry my stuff on her own. I only own a backpack which I carry on all my trips. Carrying the backpack keeps my hands free and gives me the freedom to hop on public transports – yes going local is fun! Also I don’t have to check-in the luggage at the airports and so don’t have to wait at the conveyors too. Invest in a good and sturdy bag. Some people may be comfortable with strolleys, but remember while you can roll it most of the times, there will be times you will have to lift it (stairs, uneven roads etc.) So choose a right bag and stuff accordingly.
The Small Bag
This could be a handbag or a sling bag. Choose a bag that has many separate compartments/sections/pockets to accommodate various items. This way you don’t have to empty the bag upside down every time you …show more content…

Pack miniature versions of toiletries that will be light to travel with. It is also helpful when you’re flying, due to the restriction on amount of liquids you can carry. Pack them up separately (compartmentalize) to avoid any mess due to accidental spillage. The hotels you would check-in at the destination usually will provide you with some, if not you could always buy them from the local shops. Unless it’s a remote village or if you’re trekking into the mountains/forests where you’re definitely not getting them, you can either pack the miniature versions or shop

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