by Anne Betts | Aug 2, 2023 | Luggage and Packing
Updated August 2, 2023 Most carry-on travellers have two bags. Their personal item is stashed under the seat in front while their standard carry-on bag is stowed in the overhead locker. For insights on the best personal carry-on bags, I reached out to travel...
by Anne Betts | Aug 2, 2023 | Luggage and Packing, Health, Safety and Comfort
Updated August 2, 2022 If glasses are an essential part of your everyday life, they will be just as necessary, if not more so, while travelling. If you’re relying on eyewear to read signs or a menu, find your way in an unfamiliar environment, protect your eyes...
by Anne Betts | Jun 25, 2023 | Malta
Updated June 25, 2023 Before Malta is discovered as the next tourist hotspot, these 25 fabulous things to do in Malta may inspire you to add it to your travel list. I took it as a good sign that the inevitable response to my mention of Malta as my next...
by Anne Betts | May 6, 2023 | Luggage and Packing, home featured, Packing Light Travel Gear
Inexpensive pouches and other lightweight packing organizers offer simple solutions to how to pack small things in your travel bags. They’ll keep small things organized, secure, accessible, and protected from damage. I’m talking about stuff like charging cords,...
by Anne Betts | May 5, 2023 | Luggage and Packing, home featured
Updated May 5, 2023 A lightweight dry bag is a useful multipurpose item worth its weight in gold if you need to keep something dry. But what are the other reasons to travel with dry bags? What is a dry bag? Dry bags are designed to keep gear organized, protected, and...
by Anne Betts | Jan 28, 2023 | Luggage and Packing, Packing Light Travel Gear
Many travellers use shower caps and plastic bags as shoe covers for packing shoes. For a more sustainable option, chose reusable lightweight shoe bags that deserve a permanent place on your packing list. Features to look for in lightweight shoe bags Choose fabric...
by Anne Betts | Jan 25, 2023 | Travel Gear
Updated January 25, 2023 Looking for inspiration for gifts for travellers? If so, shop Etsy travel products for some unique finds. Etsy is so well organized, online shopping is actually a pleasant experience. Even window shopping is enjoyable. Although, with so...
by Anne Betts | Jan 24, 2023 | home featured, Luggage and Packing, Packing Light Travel Gear
Updated January 24, 2023 If it’s destined for your bag, it needs to earn its keep. Multipurpose travel gear allows you to pack less, and lighter. Gleaning as many uses as possible from each packed item means that other things can be left at home. Ideas on multipurpose...
by Anne Betts | Jan 8, 2023 | Booking Travel
London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) is enormous. Late arrivals and short connection times can lead to missed flights and the need for a reasonably priced hotel room. Staying close to the airport might be the best choice for early departures or late-night arrivals. Or a...
by Anne Betts | Dec 31, 2022 | Health, Safety and Comfort
Updated December 31, 2022 How do you assemble a perfect travel first-aid kit, yet still manage to pack light? I don’t claim to have a universal solution, but the following works for me. How to assemble a perfect travel first-aid kit Use these 15 tips to...