Is it geeky to admit I LOVE packing? I've done 7 days in a carry-on and big purse... 1. Get those vacuum-seal storage bags (Target and Walmart have them.) I pack one and leave one empty--then I stuff the dirty things in that one as I go so the sand and goop don't get into the clean stuff. 2. To keep stuff from wrinkling, layer a T-shirt, a dress shirt, then another T. Fold the sleeves in, then roll the 3 up together--the one in the middle shouldn't wrinkle too bad. 3. Minimum for 7 days I'd take 3 pairs of shorts, 4 shirts, 3 swim suits, 3 pairs of shoes (sandals, night, and flip-flops) and 3-4 sundresses that I can use as cover-ups, casual in the day, then dress up at night with different shoes and jewelry, usually. And theme night stuff. 4. I'd think one pair of slacks and 2-3 nice shirts would do for the guys. I haven't seen them call anyone out, but you may want to bring a pair of closed-toe shoes just in case. 5. My best packing advice: the sluttier you clothes, the less space they take up in the suitcase!:flash:
More good advice. Thanks, Summerbum! I do pack for Tom. I travel more than he does and I am better at it. He is too busy trying to finish up work and doesn't have the time to pack. I can only imagine what would go in his bag if he did pack. :icon_eek: He does not mind asking me, "Honey, what do you want me to wear tonight". :xyxthumbs: I am procrastinating. Clothes are laid out on the bed with jewelry. Better get packing......HA!
Some very helpuful hints and advice...... now for Todd.... you might pack some new jokes for him to tell. That one joke he told at the pool on the mic was pretty iffy.........:icon_eek::icon_redface:
Hey now........ it is all about the women so please just let us guys just "schlepp " along and be happy.:xyxthumbs:
Yep, been to Mexico 4 times now and have always gotten by with carryons only, even did 7 days once. In college Janet went to Europe for a class for 3 weeks and was only allowed 1 carry on for the entire trip, so she learned early, and taught me everything I know. I am sure she will be happy to discuss it over drinks next week. See you on Wednesday!!:clappyinghappy: Jeff...do you guys just carry on? That is awesome but sounds a little crazy to me. Safe travels and see you in a few days.[/QUOTE]
Seriously? Don't take anything that wouldn't fit in your guy's pocket if you get adventourous except shoes! You'll overpack regardless!
We way overpacked last year for our 7 night stay...didn't even see half of what was in the suitcase until we unpacked when we arrived home. We had 2 suitcases and a carry on!!!! We are going for 2 weeks this year and we can def get by with one suitcase and one carryon. I lived in my bikini (usually just bottoms) during the day and dresses at night...casual stuff like shorts and tees didn't leave the suitcase. Terry just wore shorts/swim trunks during the day and linen pants at night with button down shirts. Trust me..do not pack more than one suitcase per couple for 7 days or less!
Bags are packed. We are each allowed one checked bag. One weighs 34.6 lbs and the other weighs 37.2 lbs. I still have a carry-on with magazines, books and iPads. I evenly distributed my 6 pairs of shoes in both suitcases. Cans of pop weigh a lot. I like to surprise Tom with his addiction....diet dew but only put 4 in the bag. May add a couple more. I am sure I still over packed but i can tell it's better than last year!
Wow! Only 6 pairs of shoes...you showed admirable restraint. I think I packed 11 pairs last trip, and it will be the same in April. Women should def be entitled to a greater baggage allowance than men.
