1) Gather together all of the clothing, handbags, shoes, jewelry, and cosmetics that you are planning on taking with you...... then put back at least half of what you have taken out.... we always think that we will be needing much more than we actually do.
2) Try very hard to pack items that will need little to no ironing.
3) Roll anything that is rollable. You will have no creases and much more room in your suitcase. Tops, tee shirts, jeans, and undies can all be rolled. Line the bottom of the suitcase with these items.
4) Fold any slacks half way, and lay them across the top.
5) Line the sides of the suitcase with your shoes and belts. Put any inexpensive jewelry inside the shoes. Bring along a clutch bag for the evening, and pack what you can in there.
6) Pack a cosmetic bag with small sealed containers of your beauty products (but keep in mind that most hotels will stock many items that you may need).
7) Cover the top of your suitcase with some tissue from the cleaners, and close that suitcase.
8) Wear any coats or jackets on the plane, and take along a scarf that you can use if the plane gets chilly.
9) Wear any pricey jewelry, and be sure that you have your cosmetics, a great book, a pair of yoga pants, a cute tee, suntan lotion, and a bikini in a carry on bag on the plane with you...... just incase your luggage doesn't make it.
10) Have a wonderful time!
