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1. A four-wheel luggage
Being a lady, I swear by a four-wheel luggage. It is so easy to pull or should I say glide!! When I was using my old 2-wheel luggage, I always find myself lagging behind my male colleagues cos I just couldnt pull the damn luggage faster than them. The scenario changed when I trade in the 2-wheeler for a 4-wheeler. Viola! I can now move effortlessly even though the luggage is packed to the brim! It is so easy to maneuver around corners and through the crowds with a 4-wheeler.
2. A sling bag
By slinging the bag in front, you minimise the chances of being pick-pocketed. Pick one with a proper zipper or flap. I like this pretty metalic one from Coach.
3. Comfortable shoes
This is a no-brainer. While on your holidays, the last thing you need is blisters on your feet which will totally ruin the trip. Flatties and Birkenstocks are best for travel!
4. Personal toiletries/medication/glasses or disposable daily contact lens
Get travel size toiletries if you plan to bring them on board. Brands like Molton Brown have their own range of travel kits which are functional yet stylish!
Medicines can be very expensive overseas. Bring along some panadols for fever & flu, charcoal pills, motion sickness pills and medicated plasters.
Bring your glasses so you don't have to struggle with removal of your contact lenses during a long flight. Alternatively, get disposable daily contact lens which you can just use and throw. Hassle-free!
5. Pocket umbrella or foldable poncho
Weather is unpredictable. Hence, bring along a pocket sized umbrella or foldable poncho so that you won't get caught by an unexpected downpour. Japanese make the tiniest umbrella that can fit into the smallest handbag.
6. Swiss army knife
A handy tool to keep in your luggage.
7. Plug Adapters
Need to charge your handphone, camera battery or laptops? If you’re traveling overseas and use plug-in appliances or electronic equipment, you will definitely need plug adapters.
8. Hotel room slippers
Living in Asia, it is easy to take for granted that all hotels provide bedroom slippers. However, when you travel to US or Europe, you will be surprised that most hotels do not provide them unless you are staying in some luxury hotels! Tip: If you are travelling with Singapore Airlines, keep the socklets they provide for the flight and use them in the hotel.
9. Camera
A must-have to capture those special moments in your trip. Get one in a girly colour like this one from Canon!
10. Photocopy of your passport and tickets
Make copies of your passport and tickets and keep them in a safe place in your luggage. If your passport is stolen, a copy will speed up the replacement process.
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