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Buying Tips
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Purchase luggage based on your traveling needs. Business travelers require more heavy-duty luggage than the family who travels only occasionally.
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If you plan on always checking the bag make sure it is sturdy enough to withstand airline baggage handling.
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Hardside luggage is great for protecting your contents, but heavy.
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Most soft side bags are made from nylon, or polyester. Nylon is harder to puncture and tear. The term denier is in reference to the thickness of the threads. The larger the denier, the more durable the fabric. Most nylon bags are treated with a sealant on the interior side to prevent moisture from getting into your bag.
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Telescoping handles should be recessed, locking and tall enough so that when you pull the suitcase you are not putting undue stress on your body.
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Wheels that are recessed are less likely to be damaged.
- Handles and shoulder straps should be attached with double rivets for
added strength.
- Larger zippers tend to be more durable. Most nylon coil zippers are
self-repairing. If you run into a zipper problem, run the slider back and
forth and in most situations the zipper repairs itself. Large zipper pulls
make for easier grasping.
- Zippers that fall on the outside corners of suitcases are more prone to
wear and tear. If the suitcase you are purchasing will be checked you may
want to purchase a bag where the main zipper is placed on the front of the
suitcase not the corners.
- Luggage is a long-term investment. You may pay more for name brand
luggage, but you get a stronger bag with a better warranty and a case that
is more serviceable over the long haul.
- Understand the warranty. Know what the manufacturer will and will not
cover.
Packing Tips
- Airlines have strict rules in regards to weight and size for carry-on as
well as checked baggage. Since each airline's regulations may be different,
it is a good idea to check with the airline you will be flying with for their
baggage requirements.
- Pack light! You will be glad you did
- Organize you clothing into one or two color schemes.
- Pack clothing that is wrinkle resistant and quick drying
- Use plastic dry cleaner bags to help minimize wrinkles
- Try to limit the number of shoes you take. Stuff socks or underwear to
save space and help maintain the shoe's shape.
- Avoid packing unnecessary items. Contact the hotel you are staying at.
Do they have a hair dryer, iron, etc.? You can save valuable space for other
valuable items.
- Try the "interweaving method" of packing. Drape longer garments such as
dresses and pants across the suitcase with the ends hanging over. Then fold
shorted items such as jackets, shirts, and blouses around the longer garments
so the clothes cushion each other. Place tissue paper between each layer to
minimize wrinkling.
- Pack each item one at a time in a clockwise directions. When you have
filled the bottom of the suitcase, begin the next layer but in a counter
clockwise direction.
- Heavier items should be placed on the bottom, especially on rolling cases
for better weight distribution.
- Roll pajamas, sweaters, and casual clothing to fill in small spaces where
possible.
- Do not over pack the suitcase. If the case is packed too full you are
putting undue stress on hinges and zippers.
- Pack the case tightly to prevent wasted space and shifting which will
cause wrinkles.
- Never pack the suitcase in such a way that the TSA agents at the airport
cannot repack your suitcase.
- If the suitcase you are checking has front pockets. Fill them! This will
alleviate potential damage to your case.
- Always carry on board with you; travel documents, medications, film,
jewelry and other valuables. These should never be packed in luggage you
plan to check.
- Make copies of your driver's license, passport, visa and other
documents. Take a copy with you but pack it in a different place than
the originals.
- Leave a copy at home with family or friends as well as a copy of your
travel itinerary.
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