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Want to travel lighter and smarter? In this episode, we share exactly what to pack (and what to skip) to create the perfect carry-on. Learn how to stay organized, maximize space, and make your trip easier from takeoff to landing, so you can travel confidently with everything you need right at your fingertips. 

*Pack a tote that holds things you'll use during the flight if you're not planning to place your carry-on underneath the seat in front of you.  Remember our previous episode about Loungaroo? Their hoodie can serve this purpose and so much more.  Also pack:
ENTERTAINMENT/WORK:
Books/magazines (physical and digital)/movies/music
Phone/tablet/laptop
Chargers and cables for electronic devices (solar charger)
Headphones/earplugs
Universal Adapters
Paperwork and Pen
Wifi  wherever you go
COMFORT:
Empty water bottle/thermos to fill up after security in the airport before getting on the flight
Healthy Snacks
Hand sanitizer/wipes to sanitize your personal area
Compression socks (plan to wear them on long flight days).
Feminine hygiene (unless you're a guy ;) )
Warm cozies: socks-cozy cardigan that wraps like a blanket-hoodies - Rory's flannel shirts :)
Healing Balm that protects, soothes, and moisturizes the skin
Sleeping mask with black-out lining
Travel blanket/pillow
Tissue
DOCUMENTS:
Passport
Insurance cards (health, travel)
Credit cards/Cash- currency in the country you’ll be visiting
Tuck away printed versions of your reservations, confirmations, itineraries, addresses, maps, copies of your passport, and license.
ESSENTIALS:
Prescription Glasses/Contacts
Prescription Medications
Vitamins
Valuables -always carry on any camera equipment and/or jewelry.
*WHEN your carry-on is also your main suitcase for your trip:
TSA-approved liquid carry-ons - liquids will fit inside a single quart-sized plastic bag.A
 small pill case for general ailments such as a headache, nausea, and allergies.
CLOTHING:
RAINPROOF JACKET that you can dress up or down.
5-6 TOPS (shirts, blouses, T's, sweaters, sweatshirts)
3-5 BOTTOMS (shorts, pants, skirts, workout wear)
(All tops and bottoms can mix and match with each other.  Let workout wear double as sleepwear - then you're ready to work out when you wake up.
Swimsuit
6 pairs of undies
4-6 pairs of socks
Accessories: belt, jewelry, scarves, tights,  packable hat: one that you can throw in a bag without it losing its shape.
2 Total pairs of shoes (Pack one, wear one).
If you have room, ladies, bring a second bra or sports bra, and pack a dress that you can dress up or down, that coordinates with your other clothing.
TO FEEL REFRESHED AND READY UPON ARRIVAL:
Toothbrush and Paste  and/or Disposable Teeth Wipes
Toiletry/Makeup  Bag: mascara, white eyeliner can brighten eyes, concealer, blush
Sunglasses
Face/Makeup/Body wipes
Tinted hydrating gel cream
Non-Aerosol Dry Shampoo
Mints
Deodorant
Eye Drops
OTHER ITEMS TO CONSIDER:
Plastic zipper bags
Quick-dry travel towel (also serves as your travel blanket).
Small roll of travel toilet paper<

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Heading back to the airport after a long break? In this episode, we help you refresh your travel smarts with a quick reminder of airport security best practices. Tune in for simple tips to breeze through checkpoints, pack smart, and make your next flying experience smooth and stress-free. 

 
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/travel-tips
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/travel-tips/travel-checklist

Passengers with a disability or medical condition may call ahead to the TSA Cares toll-free helpline at (855) 787-2227.

Info on the: TSA PreCheck® lane 

Wanna know what you can and can't fly? Find out here:
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Not sure what’s happening with REAL ID requirements? In this episode, we break down the latest updates, deadlines, and what travelers need to know before their next trip. Tune in to stay informed and make sure your identification is ready, so you can travel smoothly and avoid last-minute surprises. 

https://www.tsa.gov/real-id
ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF ID
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification

We talk about REAL IDs in Episode 10, check it out!
www.tsa.gov/real-id
https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/resources/realid_factsheet.pdf





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Ready to travel smarter and safer? In this episode, we share practical ways to upgrade your travel gear for comfort, convenience, and protection in today’s world. Featuring insights from H. Savinar Luggage, you’ll learn how the right equipment can make every journey easier, cleaner, and more enjoyable.  

Huge Thank yous to Joey for showing us just some of the cool things that will keep you safe and healthy and make your on-the-go life smoother. Very cool suitcase features you can keep an eye out for when you purchase your next mini home away from home.
savinarluggage.com
This episode was recorded on VIDEO!!! Make sure to WATCH the video here so that you can see these wonderful products and gear features - and not simply hear about them.
West L.A. Location: Tel: 323-938-2501
H. Savinar Luggage can help you find your next best second home - even if you're not local to L.A.  Shop online here: https://savinarluggage.com/shop/.
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Sometimes the best travel moments are the ones you don’t see coming! In this episode, we share a delightful surprise we discovered in Holbrook, Arizona, a hidden gem that proves adventure can be found anywhere. Tune in to get inspired to slow down, explore off the beaten path, and find joy in unexpected places.  

We stopped at the Tourist Office in Holbrook, AZ, for a pit stop and found much more: The Navajo County Historical Society Museum. It's an official Arizona information center. The museum houses the original sheriff's office that served Navajo County beginning in 1989. The adjacent jail was in use until 1976. The rest of the courthouse was built around the cells. Exhibits include a post office, communications equipment, early kitchen items, a late 1800 pump organ, general merchandise, The Route 66 Auditorium, a school room, antique office equipment, law libraries, the Navajo County Sheriff's Hashknife Posse's annual Pony Express Ride memorabilia, military memorabilia, the old court reporter's library, and the Judges' Chamber, a display of the story of the Blevins Shootout when Sheriff Commodore Perry Owens tried to serve and arrest warrant for Andy Cooper, including a model of the Blevins Home where the shootout took place. There are also the WPS and CCC programs of President Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal (which were completed in the neighboring Petrified Forest National Park and in Holbrook), and much more.  "The Navajo County Courthouse served citizens for seventy-eight years, dispensing justice, collecting tax levies, recording public records, and issuing marriage licenses."

Thanks to Dawn Sawyer for the helpful info and for speaking with us at the Holbrook Tourism Office and Museum maintained by the Navajo County Historical Society.
www.GoHolbrook.com
www.ci.holbrook.az.ushttps://www.facebook.com/Holbrookaz/
http://www.holbrookazmuseum.org
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Navajo%20County%20Historical%20Society/1647157125506346/
http://holbrookazmuseum.org/contact.php
https://www.facebook.com/NavajoCounty
www.visitarizona.com
https://www.instagram.com/visit_arizona/
https://www.facebook.com/arizonatravel
@TravelChannel


Navajo County Historical Society
100 East Arizona Street
Holbrook, Arizona 86025
928.524.6558
holbrookazmuseum.org 





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Planning a family trip? In this episode, we introduce you to the Family Travel Association, your one-stop resource for trusted tips, tools, and inspiration to make every family adventure easier and more meaningful. Tune in to learn how to plan smarter, travel smoother, and create unforgettable memories together.  

Thank you to Rainer Jenss for joining us and giving us the 411 about the FTA!
familytravel.org
Mentioned in this episode:
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
https://familytravel.org/members/media/
https://twisttravelmag.com/
www.trekaroo.com
Family Travel Dot Com


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In Part 2 of our conversation with Aaron Schlein, we dive deeper into the idea of intentional travel, how meaningful experiences and family influences can shape the way we explore the world. Tune in to learn how traveling with purpose can bring more connection, gratitude, and joy to every journey. 

This episode is the follow-up and Part 2 to: The Powerful Influences of Grandma and Travel - Interview with Aaron Schlein - Part 1

The ROAMies, Aaron Schlein - Family Travel Radio - https://familytravel.org/podcast/

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Aaron Schlein

Director, Family Travel Radio

Family Travel Association

FamilyTravel.org/Team/Aaron-Schlein
Director, FTA Podcast

Thanks to the generosity of his grandmother, Aaron traveled to four continents and a dozen countries before he was old enough to vote. Those early adventures convinced him that travel is an essential part of life.

Aaron satisfies his passions for travel, teaching, and entertaining by helping travel industry clients create memorable and profitable audio content. Recent clients include Travel Weekly, VisitBritain, AirTreks, Travel Age West, and many others.

Aaron was born in Texas, raised in SoCal, and currently lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife and two children (who are growing up too fast!)



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How do family roots shape a lifelong love of travel? In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Schlein to explore how his grandmother’s influence sparked his passion for exploring the world. Tune in to discover how family stories, values, and traditions can inspire your own adventures and deepen your connection to travel. 

https://familytravel.org/

Aaron Schlein

Director, Family Travel Radio

Family Travel Association

FamilyTravel.org/Team/Aaron-Schlein
Director, FTA Podcast

Thanks to the generosity of his grandmother, Aaron traveled to four continents and a dozen countries before he was old enough to vote. Those early adventures convinced him that travel is an essential part of life.

Aaron satisfies his passions for travel, teaching, and entertaining by helping travel industry clients create memorable and profitable audio content. Recent clients include Travel Weekly, VisitBritain, AirTreks, Travel Age West, and many others.

Aaron was born in Texas, raised in SoCal, and currently lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife and two children (who are growing up too fast!)



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Who says a staycation has to wait for the weekend? In this episode, we share three simple ways to weave the staycation mindset into your weekly routine. Learn how to create moments of rest, joy, and adventure right at home, so you can feel refreshed and inspired, even in the middle of a busy week. 

 
GAMES
www.beyondtheblackboard.com
Mystery nights

Murder mystery parties are doable over video calling apps. There are options for little ones, too.
YOU CAN also host a game night with your housemates and make up games - do virtual game nights with others on Zoom and do scavenger hunts. Games: bingo, charades, pictionary, and more. Great article by
Stephanie Osmanski
https://parade.com/1021595/stephanieosmanski/virtual-games-to-play-over-zoom/


WHILE INDOORS- REACH OUT.  SHARE SOME LOVE:
-FAMILY REUNIONS
Do Good in your community.r. Send some love to loved ones.: We offer singing to nursing home visitors- and you can do the s
ame. Call and see how you can help out. Any deliveries can be left outside doors, etc. Making sandwiches, OR Baked goods, or donating the” giveaway”  items you collected from all your decluttering and making your home an amazing place to be during quarantine. You can also check with local senior centers, like this one, to see if they have a pen pal program. If you’re getting your arts and crafts game on- in addition to sending sweet letters - donating things you’re sewing, knitting, or crafting helps fill your time, fuel your creative outlet, and helps bubble up your feel-good endorphins knowing that you are blessing someone else with your creations/  64. Leave cute pieces of art to brighten a stranger’s day. Decorate rocks with artwork and leave them in your neighborhood for strangers to find. Your ‘hood may even have online communities dedicated to the practice.

PHOTOS!
Take a zillion photos- and lots of cool editing apps- have fun and create new photo art
d Take a trip down memory lane
For those whose passion in life is to travel, travel, and then travel some more, canceling your trip to Kenya may have you feeling lost, confused, and just all around sad.
Take a deep breath, it'll be OK.
"How many times have I looked back at a place I haven't visited in 10 years? I think this is a great time for people who are used to traveling to go back to their hard drive ... take some time to revel in the memories," Nabongo said. "I think because we're constantly planning the next trip, we never get to reminisce about what was so great about so many trips that we've already had, whether it's two months ago, two years ago, or 12 years ago."



Even if you can’t make the time right now for an official “Staycation,” you can implement some of these strategies to include more YOU time into your busy on-the-go schedule. We are inspired by these 3 tips from Jessica Sager:
* @ohheyjesssager
* https://parade.com/1060271/jessicasager/best-staycation-ideas/
1. Have weekly rituals.
There’s a reason Taco Tuesday is so popular: It makes people happy! Whether it’s food- or self-care-related (Sleep In Sundays, for example), having weekly rituals can give you something to look forward to all summer, as well as help you keep track of time, which, let’s be honest, hasn’t been too easy in the age of coronavirus.
2. Sleep in
3 . Wake up really early.
"We know, you’re probably like, 'But this is supposed to be like a vacation!' We’re not suggesting waking up at 5 a.m. to do work, be it for your job, around the house, or otherwise — instead, waking up early can give you a few precious minutes or hours to yourself that you may not otherwise have. How you spend that time, whether it’s reading a

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Your next adventure might be closer than you think! In this episode, we wrap up our staycation series with even more ideas to help you bring excitement, relaxation, and creativity to your time at home. Tune in for simple ways to make everyday moments feel like a true getaway.  

Stay Active:
https://www.physique57.com
www.blinkfitness.com
Download or stream our episode about biking through France!
www.discoverfrance.com
Article on Free Online Courses by @ohheyjesssager

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