What is good to pack for a train, plane or car journey? This year, most Swedes have travelled considerably less than usual due to the coronavirus pandemic, and that is of course almost so you've forgotten how to pack. But sooner or later it's time again! We share our best tips on what's good to pack.
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Don't forget the most important thing!
It's not always the end of the world if you forget to pack something you need. For example, if you forget your toothbrush, it's easy to buy a new one. Some other things are more difficult to replace. Here are a few things that are important to remember, no matter how you are travelling. In these (corona) times, it is also good to pack hand sanitiser and - if you are flying or travelling abroad - a face mask.
- Passports and tickets
- Credit cards and cash in the right currency
- Mobile phones and chargers
- Prescription medicines
What to pack for your car journey - 5 tips
When travelling by car, you can take quite a lot with you, but it helps if you pack smart. Here are some tips on what to pack for your car journey:
- Driving licence - Don't forget your driving licence! In some countries you may also need an international driving licence. If you're taking your car abroad, take the registration certificate and insurance papers with you.
- GPS and smart apps - A good GPS makes travelling by car easier and reduces the risk of hassle in the car. It is also smart to prepare your mobile phone with practical apps to find rest areas, campsites, hotels, etc.
- Entertainment - For example, during the car journey you can listen to an audio book, together or separately. Do you have children in the car? Loading up on films and games will make the car journey much easier.
- Snacks - Bringing something that prevents blood sugar drops can be good for your mood. Load up on drinks, sandwiches, fruit, biscuits or even sweets. Don't forget the plastic bags to keep things tidy after lunch!
- Emergency equipment - Make sure your car is equipped with things like a warning triangle, reflective vests, fire extinguishers, jumper cables, windscreen washer fluid, a first aid kit and some simple tools, and remember to check the rules of different countries. If it's winter: ice scraper and blankets.
What to pack for a train journey - 5 tips
When travelling by train, you want to pack in bags that you can carry yourself. Here are some tips on what to pack for your train journey:
- Convenient bags - When travelling by train, you often have to carry your bags some distance and perhaps change trains. One option is to pack a larger bag on wheels and a smaller bag/backpack.
- Comfortable clothing - On the train, it's good to be comfortable. If you want to arrive 'respectable', travelling in clothes that don't wrinkle can also be a good idea.
- Something to eat - There is often a restaurant trolley on board, but you don't know if it is crowded or far to walk, and in the worst case it may be closed. Pack a drink and, for example, a sandwich, fruit or sweets.
- Something to do - After a while on the train, you might get tired of looking at the view. Make sure you have something to do - it can be anything from work to books, magazines, music, films or crafts.
- power bank - Some trains have the possibility to charge technical equipment, but other trains may not have it at all. Take a fully charged power bank with you to ensure that you can charge your mobile phone.
What to pack for your flight - 5 tips
When flying, it's all about making a smart division between hand luggage and checked luggage. Here are some tips on things that can be smart to pack in your hand luggage hand luggage:
- Some items of clothing - Take an extra sweater in case it's cold on the plane and something to use on the first day at your destination if your luggage is delayed.
- Water and snacks - The airport air is dry and flight attendants do not always have time. You can buy water after the security check. Some snacks can also be useful if there is a delay in serving.
- Medicines - When travelling by air, you can't access your luggage or a real shop, so it's a good idea to have any medicines you might need available.
- Entertainment - Flying can get boring. Stock up on entertainment in the form of a book, magazine, film, music or perhaps a guidebook to your destination.
- Sleep mask, earplugs and neck pillow - If you want help sleeping well on board, a sleep mask, earplugs and perhaps a neck pillow can help.
More things to pack
In addition to these key tips, there are of course plenty of other things you'll want to pack, depending on your destination and the purpose of your trip. Circumstances and interests might dictate whether you want to pack things like ski goggles, swimwear, binoculars, a storm kitchen or a rabbit sex toy. However, if I were to take a sex toy with me on an aeroplane, I would avoid packing it in my hand luggage, to avoid worrying about the security staff emptying all the contents of the bag on the conveyor belt... Let's finish with two questions!
1. What do you always take with you when travelling?
Is there anything that you think is smart and great to pack that you never leave at home?
For example, I always pack a pair of nail scissors (not allowed in hand luggage on the plane). They always come in handy, in more than one way!
2. What is the most unusual thing you have packed?
Do you remember a time when you brought something very special or different with you on your trip?
I remember in particular when I flew to Gotland for work many years ago. I had with me a large number of crocheted foods (i.e. three-dimensional images of broccoli, chicken, etc. in crocheted material) that we used in an interactive exercise. The staff at the security checkpoint stacked all the crocheted items on the belt while staring at me with deeply serious expressions. But yes, I got to go to Gotland!
This post is written in collaboration with Lovebuddy, which offers, among other things, comparisons and reviews of sex toys.
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Ann says:
We always take yatzi with us, it's always a bit of an adventure trying to play on a plane or train 😀.
01 December 2020 - 9:26
Helena says:
Great tips! 🙂
01 December 2020 - 21:39
BP says:
Well, at least I don't have any sex toys with me;-) I used to carry a mini Swiss army knife in my hand luggage, but after it was confiscated in England it was packed in my suitcase instead.
As diabetics, we always carry extra sandwiches and bananas in our hand luggage. Yes, insulin too, of course, as it's too cold in the hold.
PS. Like your crocheted vegetables. Understand that you may think they contain something completely different;-) Did not know you could crochet;-) DS.
01 December 2020 - 18:17
Helena says:
Haha, interesting with the army knife 😉 No, I can't crochet (unfortunately). At my job then there was a hired person who crocheted dishes 🙂 .
01 December 2020 - 21:41
Lena - good for the soul says:
Haha, it would have been a bit funny to see the faces of the customs staff otherwise. They have probably seen a few things. I heard about someone who packed a massage stick in their suitcase. It suddenly started humming before they taxied out. The plane was stopped and the person who owned the bag had to come and open it. But I don't know if it's true or a rumour.
Otherwise, my most important items are a set of underwear, a shirt and trousers and a toothbrush in my hand luggage in case my suitcase gets lost.
Hug Lena
11 December 2020 - 18:02