My husband and I pack a couple of outfits in each other’s suitcase. That way if one bag is lost or delayed. We both have clothes. It would be a real bummer for one of us to have everything and the other nothing.
For international travel, before traveling, we look up the location and contact info for the Embassy or consulate office in the countries we are traveling to. We always take this info with us.
One of my friends recommends turning off your ice maker and emptying the ice before traveling. He returned once to a puddle on his hardwood floor. There had been a power outage.
I didn't see these already posted, and I have learned them the hard way: make sure all toilets are flushed before you leave. It festers and makes the whole house smell like a sewer. I have started squirting a little bit of cleaner into the bowl--just a little. All trash outside, and don't forget the basket of grounds in the coffee maker...mold will grow there in humidity, and it's super gross! We buy travel insurance for most trips, especially international trips or those with a lot of prepay things, like Disney. It's pretty affordable, and it covers a lot of things.
I put a little bleach in each toilet and wipe the inside of my front load washer with a disinfecting wipe and leave the door open. I also buy travel insurance.
My husband and I learned a travel lesson this May. We were flying straight home from Denver to Fresno; and since we weren’t going anywhere else and had everything we needed at home, we didn’t bother with putting our liquids bags and changes of clothing in our carry-on. We just threw everything into our luggage willy-nilly and didn’t worry about it. We never imagined our flight from Denver would be canceled after our suitcases were already checked, and we would have another day before we could get home 😬 Fortunately we caught a flight to the city where our kids live, and they were able to supply us with what we needed. Lesson learned!
I ALWAYS have travel insurance for any vacation involving flights and/or international travel (cruises, etc.). I've known too many people who have had emergency situations and have had to pay tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket to get treatment and get back home.
This is a great channel. One thing my late husband always did before we traveled, even to Canada was to check exchange rates. Without question, exchanging money at local banks in the US always gave us the best rate. If you live in a small town or city, you may have to wait a few days or a week as they may not have that currency at hand. When we get home we just put the extra (!) away for gifts to foreign friends or when we go back for a day trip (We live just over the Canadian border).
I LOVE your channel! My husband, a nervous and infrequent flyer, and myself are traveling to South Africa at the end of September. I love traveling but haven't had a chance to travel as much as I would want to do. My last international flight was....1999....wow. Your channel has helped so much prep for our upcoming trip! Thanks for the assistance!
Great tip about leaving the washer lid open, not just when traveling but other times too. I put the addresses of hotels and major sites in my phone before I leave so that they are handy for directions while sightseeing.
I always take, emery board, folding hand fan, pen, and sunscreen. Also leave itinerary/ info with a relative - when hubby and I leave town I let my father know and give or email the hotel info to him, so someone knows we're away and where. Go to your local USPS branch to stop mail delivery (if gone more than a weekend). Tell next door neighbor but no one else. Do not post travel plans on social media. My bother and sister-in-law 's house was robbed after they posted their trip plans on facebook. If you must share your trip info Post AFTER you return home.
I asked my dog trainer about this yesterday (wish I did so sooner). I figured you may like to know too. She said what ever carrier we plan to use during our travel, use that as their main crate/bed AT LEAST in the weeks prior to going. She recommended using it as a main bed/crate permanently or leaving it out and open for them to go in and out as they please depending on how big it is. She said it will make them more comfortable flying if they are already trained in that crate because they know it is a safe happy place. She also recommended as a frequent flyer herself to use a hard plastic crate as they are more widely accepted by international airlines.
@@jodyhakala-ristow7014 just make sure your dog can stand, sit, turn around and lay down without hitting the sides or top. That is the main guideline by most airlines
So agree with your tip. Once needed some tissues in an airport. Went looking at all of the shops, and no one carried them. Resorted to getting napkins, but rough on the nose. Always take some now!
In addition to unplugging your appliances, we always turn off the water to the house, especially in the winter (we live in New England) in case of a power outage and the heat goes out (frozen pipes...not fun) We also have someone watch our house, she comes in and checks to make sure all is fine.
In regards to insurance: I use to work for AAA and had many clients who took insurance and were glad they did. One of my couples were on a cruise around Tahiti and he fell ill. He ended up spending 3 weeks in a hospital there. It was extremely costly. Another situation is when a client had to be heli-vac'd or flown back home by a medical aircraft. This is also extremely expensive. It's definitely worth it if it's a reputable company and always check the coverages and exclusions.
@@jodyhakala-ristow7014 Yes, always from either the cruise line or your travel agency's offer. Just be sure to compare them carefully before making a decision. I don't know anything about the airline's insurance.
I always do travel insurance. Just make sure you check coverage. It really varies. One thing to consider is coverage in case your travel companion has to cancel but you still want to go. Some cruise lines will make you pay single supplement.
Did you mention travel power adapters for international travel? Also DUAL powered things like cameras and hair curlers that don’t care if it’s 120 or 220 volt current (cellphones don’t care either). It’s a good idea to have an adapter with a USB port as well as a spot to plug in whatever you need to power. And take power banks for phones and cameras! Also, a lightweight, fold up tote or backpack for excursions.
Love your informative videos! One thing I learned the hard way about snacks is.... pack something without peanuts 🤦🏻♀️ I literally packed so many snacks and they ALL had nuts. Of course someone on our flight and connecting flight had a nut allergy. Lesson learned, and why I didn’t think of that myself is beyond me! 🥜🚫
Love you loads LauriePop!! Been with you quite awhile and FINALLY going on my first trip abroad this fall. I've taken so many of your tips and used the ones that suited me. I also took a couple of trips to Florida to visit family so I've done a preview!! Today I ordered my compression socks and I'm almost ready to get out those suitcases~ Thanks for all the work you do for us subscribers, Laurie! I know I'll think of you while I'm on my trip~ 🌹Joan
I LOVE your videos. You get right to the points not a lot of chit chat. I will be flying for the first time in January. I feel like I'm already a pro because of your videos. Thank you!
Hi Laurie, I am rewatching your videos. This one had so much info. I talked my husband into getting traveler insurance for the first time for our trip just in case we had to cancel due to covid. Thanks again.
Happy Puppy Days to you! Congrats! You look beautiful in that top/earrings. I love your channel and your super great positive outlook. My Favorite "episode" is your reminder of our value to God. God bless you!!
This is what I have always done. I use the timers for the few lights around the house to come on at certain times, timings depend on the seasonal weather. Having lights for an hour or two gives the impression that someone is at home. I freeze enough milk in the freezer to make tea when I get home, and freeze meals for at least two days in case I am tired and don’t feel like doing anything.
Hi Laurie! I love your tips. They have helped me to pack for a 6 day vacation to New Orleans in an underseater pre-covid. I'm bringing a regular carry on my next trip to AZ for a wedding so I won't squish the dress I'll be wearing at the wedding and I have so much room left in my luggage. Lol! Keep the videos coming. Have a good week.
Great tips - again. It's funny you mentioned travel insurance as I'm just claiming on mine from a cancelled trip to China in May. My friend (travel companion) has already been paid hers but I needed some extra paperwork to complete mine. I'm also currently getting quotes for my next two overseas trips, so yes, its's a must have if leaving the country in my opinion. We do not take it if we are travelling domestically though.
I usually book through Orbits and get the insurance they offer since the weather can be so unpredictable. Had an entire cruise and airline flights refunded once within days of cancellation...was glad to have the insurance! I recommend it if your spending over $300 on something or your booking far in advance..the insurance is very inexpensive.
I always take travel insurance when travelling overseas. If I'm travelling domestically for work then I generally don't because I'm from Australia and the flights I take are generally 3 hours or less and have multiple flights per day and I can stay an extra night if needed. But it is a must for overseas travel in case of flight delays/cancellations, lost luggage, stolen luggage etc.
I always buy medical insurance. This past trip was the first time that I had to use it, and it was excellent. It covered everything, doctor, labs and meds.
How exciting that you're getting a puppy. They are so much fun. A handful too. Yay for you and your family. I'll miss you while you take time off. Your tips have come in very helpful for travel.
I'd love to see how you style your hair! I'm obsessed with your haircut, yet the curls make it hard to see the lines of the cut. Also, I want those exact wavy curls! 😁
My mother n law took a lot of cruises. Before she left she would turn off the water and furnace. I also carry my eyeglass script when I travel. I learned from experience to have it with you.
Three big trips thru a travel agency IRELAND/ICELAND/ICELAND all 3 times bought travel insurance, oh about $130 per person, never had to use it (whew). I always write information on my trip itinerary/hotels/places of interest/restaurants in a 3.5 by 5 inch little notebook, sometimes I will draw a little map to help me out. I also put into my cell phone (can delete after trip) hotel phone numbers/shuttle numbers/their addresses too. Has come in handy more than once! OMG a puppy, what kind are you getting? Yes you will be busy, but fun :)
@@TravelTipsbyLaurieHey how about a video (don't laugh) on those neck pillows for travel/flying vs. the other shaped ones. It seems EVERY time I fly long haul (euro) I buy one of those donut neck pillow thingy and I can't ever make it comfortable, not sure if the opening goes to the front or the back, I always throw them away before I even fly back home! Next long haul trip, I do the same thing, buy one and toss it out! HELP lol
Another vote for the puppy videos! And the face moisturizer allergy tip happened to my daughter - she tried a new moisturizer on a trip and, luckily, only turned red for a few hours. We had to spend time shopping for another since we couldn't find her regular one.
My friend had an allergy when at home from a new face product. She ended up in the emergency room. It was awful. She's not keen on trying anything new anymore. And this was a big brand that was supposedly great for sensitive skin.
*Thanks* for *another great video* !! My *FAVORITE tip* is the bright colored lid to hold *small valuables* !! I agree!! You do *NOT* want to forget jewelry in the *hotel room* !! #TravelTipsByLaurie
We always get travel insurance- we have used the insurance twice for major items. Also, we have had claims for weather (hurricane) and it was extremely simple to to apply. Alliance Insurance and Travel Guard- TG covered my husbands 5 day stay in a London Hospital, all the events we had paid in advance, etc. They took care of everything so I wasn’t making calls, or spending any energy making arrangements. My husband almost had to come home on a ship as flying might have been ruled out, it would have been covered. Many airlines offer insurance when you purchase a ticket- do yourself a favor and purchase it.
I just got back from the UK a couple of weeks ago. I was hiking solo through the Cotswolds and had stayed in a lovely village of about 2500 people. The town did not have a bank, only one lonely ATM machine, which (I'm guessing because it was a private ATM company) did not recognize my foreign debit card. I had to get a cash advance on my credit card just to get a few pounds for my pocket. In case some of you aren't aware, the interest on a cash advance on your credit card is 'off the charts'. I'm usually very thoughtful about cash when I travel. I don't want to carry too much but I don't want to put every coffee I buy on a c.c. either. It would never have occurred to me that a town wouldn't have a bank.
Post vacation photos videos online when you get home to prevent being robbed at home. I pack food I don’t want pay anything domestic flights. My flight from Houston was delayed due to weather. Don’t forget credit card with no international fees! Yes as former bank employee please do travel notifications!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Yes! one thing i reget was bringing my vans...while they are comfortable, we toured alot! Bringing like nike shoes would have been better. Also, If anyone goes to germany, one thing that would be great would be a lightweight yet warm jacket. A northface jacket would be best!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie You will be super. We did a puppy 3 years ago and I couldn't imagine life without him now!! Although the 2 am potty runs are killers for awhile and I was 60. 🐶❣
I usually book flights thru Expedia and always buy their travel insurance, it doesnt cost much either. My mom and I were to fly fron CA to NC whhen 1 hr before I was to pick her up to head to our airport, she called and said she wasn't feeling good. I cancelled the flight, took her to the doctor and he wrote a note saying she couldn't fly as she was having stomach issues. He also wrote that since she lived alone, I needed to stay back and take care of her. I sent both notes into the travel insurance, alomg with our receipts and was reimbursed completely within 4-6 weeks. Luckily, it was a 24 hr bug and we were able to fly out the next morning! So I always buy travel insurance, especially since I have Lupus and complications always crop up, so far I've only needed it that one time, but it saved us close $900 for our 2 tickets.
Travel insurance gives me peace of mind. Not expensive (for flying domestic)/totally worth it. PS-your top's color & neckline are so flattering on you! :-)
@@kathleenquinto1171 No, but friends of mine had to and they were so glad they had the insurance. Even if I don't have to use it, the peace of mind is worth it.
Great tips! I didn't think about getting the Uber to pick you up from somewhere else to avoid being burgled. As for money, I try to make a budget and purchase my currency here at home from a currency dealer (in Toronto there's a fabulous company called KanTor). They sell currency at a decent rate, usually better than the bank and no extra fees. For everything else credit card. Traveler's Cheques are useless! And you're 100% correct about having to pay to use the washroom, and/or tipping the attendant. In Germany, there is a company that operates the washrooms in the railway stations (Rail'n'Fresh). You put money in the slot in the turnstile and you get a ticket or a slip and usually on the back is a coupon to use at a retailer in the station. Any time I have used the washrooms there, they have been very very clean.
Something that I found out when traveling to London: the pounds go "out of issue" quite often. Please make sure, before you leave, that the pounds are current.
They don't give you much toilet paper in those public restrooms in Europe, so I always take additional supplies from my hotel room in my purse/day pack.
Awesome! Thank you for watching! Just click the bell beside subscribe and click always or something like that. Then you'll get an email whenever I upload one...which will be this Wednesday
Hi Laurie I enjoy your videos. Would you address packing electronics, including chargers, and going though TSA efficiently, with electronics, when traveling with carry on luggage and one personal item. Thanks
Peter Greenberg, travel journalist for CBS says there are two kinds of luggage, "Carry-on and lost." I only do carry-on with a 21 inch roller bag and a small back pack.
Don’t forget to make sure water to toilet is turned off before you leave. We had a gasket break in the tank and water pressure lifted the tank top and water continuously ran. It flooded bathroom, bedroom, living room and leaked into basement and flooded basement . Extensive damages.
Good advice. I recently discovered your channel. Iaughed out loud (just a bit) when you stated to give your neibours address. GREAT ...so your neibour may get burgled when they have gone shopping or out to dinner. Ooops. Do they know you do this? 😀
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie My H and I have a conversation in the taxi about how we hope we didn't wake up (our family members) when we left the house, or some such thing, giving the driver the impression that the house is not empty.
Your blouse looks beautiful on you. How do you continue to think of so many great tips? We always use travel insurance. With elderly parents we never know when there might be a possible crisis that would keep us at home or call us back.
So your question about travelers insurance. I have not ever had to use it, however, a family member has had to cancel a few trips due to family illness and it was a lifesaver for her family not to lose all that money.
USPS mail hold can be done online instead of wasting precious time going to the post office; accumulated mail is delivered to your home or you can pick it up.
I do trust travel insurance. I also refuse to travel internationally without a trace” insurance that covers medical needs while away from home. Having traveled as a nurse to other countries to bring “healthy” individuals home and know the financial burden this can place on ones family, it is an insurance I will not skip.
For international be sure to have the address and phone number of the US Embassy there. Also, have medical insurance info with you and find out beforehand if you are covered or need an additional travel insurance policy with medical coverage. And finally, research before you go how to make phone calls in that country - to home, to another USA phone in that country (like calling your spouse when you are both in that country) and how to call from your US phone to a local phone in that country.
A friend's mother fell while in Italy. She was badly hurt, needed surgery. She also h ad her young teen granddaughter's with her. It was a nightmare for her to get treated and for the granddaughters to get back to the USA. Thankfully, she had purchased travelers insurance for all three of them and that helped immensely. After hearing her awful story I will never travel without it again.
alwayas love your videos,,, have you used the compression cubes?? wondered how they worked for you thanks again Joanie Vermont going to Ireland and Paris in Nov, hooray
I forgot to add this to my other comment. When I was watching Walter's World he reminded me of one thing. Two days before you go on your trip, go to the post office and put a Stop Mail Order for your house and put the date you will be back. This is especially if you have a private mail box in your yard. One thing potential robbers look for is if you are getting your mail. The stop mail will make it look like you are when in reality the post office is just holding onto it (up to a month)
ladybug p oh! That’s an accident, that makes more sense. Lol, I thought you originally were saying you didn’t know to bring an ID or passport with you :)
Shelley ha! I never drove so fast back to my house, 90 min away then back to airport. I made it but my stomach was churning, my heart was racing. A lesson learned for sure!
Hi Valerie. Sorry for the delay; we were on vacation. Thank you for watching! We love this adapter and I love this power bank because it has enough juice in it to charge your phone twice: amzn.to/3b8F8PU and amzn.to/2Wv3QG6
If going on a cruise notify the credit card company that you will be using on board. We didn't do this on our first cruise and they put a hold on it because of the multiple small charges.
Just got back from New York City. My first trip on a plane. I used your tips and only took a carry on bag for a week. I breezed through security and was using my debit card and having a great time in New York when suddenly I need to get on the subway and my debit card would not work. I called my credit union and they had blocked my card. It took a couple of minutes of what airport I flew out of to New York, my hotel, when I was coming back and what airport was I leaving and going. After explaining it all to them finally they unblocked my card. I'm from small town America and I mean small. I had just a little panic being alone and my card wouldn't work. That's a very good tip. Thanks for all your videos. They're very helpful.
Some airports still ask you to put your shoes/boots through the xray scanner and I hate to walk on the floor in my socks (or barefoot!) I always take a pair of plastic overshoes to protect my feet from whatever may be on the floor. Is this OCD? Ha ha. PS In Basel Airport, Switzerland they had a bin of these overshoes for passengers to use. Very thoughtful.
It is very helpful having those available for free! Thanks for watching! And happy ocd'ing. I have forgotten while wearing sandals and had to walk barefooted.
When my son was on the bottle I had in the bottle the powder formula with no water.And they checked that and they said it was ok. But when we got near the plane I got bottle water and put it in. It happened about when he was Two month old now he is a teenager
I took that Sephora bag on a flight within Europe and I was told it was non-compliant as it wasn't completely clear! Had to repack into one of their clear baggies and ditch that Sephora bag. Just a heads up!
Hi! I like to carry safety pins. I also carry a small sewing kit, but the safety pin is a quick fix in an emergency! What breed of puppy are you getting? Is it a rescue? Enjoy it!
Compare different options, not just those offered by airline. Depending the amount of travel you do, you can buy an annual policy. I ended up doing a lot of travel this year and I certainly overpaid. I would have been much better with an annual policy. Google travel insurance and you’ll see places that will compare for you.
@@johnbedosky5017 I don't travel to Europe that often so it wouldn't be cost effective for me. But when I traveled with one junior college, the insurance was included in the fee.
When packing medications, do pain relievers, sleep aids, etc. have to be in their original bottles when you fly? I use ziplock pill bags for local travel and love them. I also take an old travel "Advil" bottle and refill it with my prescription ibuprofen.
If you live in Canada and have your cellphone service with Bell. Make sure you call customer service to allow international phone calls. Make sure you verify EVERYTIME you leave the country that the service is still active. They remove it and they do not advise customers. SO you could arrive at your destination not able to use your cellphone. I discovered that as we live in Canada but my husband's family is all in Italy and every 3, 4 months they disactivate it. Everytime we have to call to reactivate it they keep saying it will be activated forever so DO NOT trust them and CALL everytime.
For pick up, I've met the shuttle at the local hotel before. I like your idea of meeting at a neighbors house. I write a last minute packing list and or last minute to do list so that I feel less anxiety/overwhelmed before the trip. Love your ideas as always! Your top is super cute. Where did it come from? Enjoy your new puppy!
You should contact your bank before your leave and make sure they know that you will be gone, where, when, how long. If you travel overseas and the bank does not know you are overseas and they see activity on your card in a foreign country, they may put a stop on your credit or debit card, which can cause just a ton of problems to re-activate.
Really they just block the account without checking? Wow. People fly overseas all the time. Personally I have never contacted my bank, because it didn't occur to me. It's none of their business where I go. But I guess sometimes they make it their business. Hope no one will have problems when on a trip.
On expensive trips... I always get travel insurance.. especially as my parents are older and we have needed to cancel a trip in the past for family emergencies. Do you also leave your wedding rings at home when traveling.?
I never wear my wedding ring. It bothers me. My husband does. He lost his on a wildwater 'river' in a pool in Denmark. Fortunately we stayed there for another day on the compound. They found it in the filtration! So the next day we drove home with the ring!
My husband and I pack a couple of outfits in each other’s suitcase. That way if one bag is lost or delayed. We both have clothes. It would be a real bummer for one of us to have everything and the other nothing.
That's so smart Janet. Thank you for watching!
For international travel, before traveling, we look up the location and contact info for the Embassy or consulate office in the countries we are traveling to. We always take this info with us.
Yep, there's also the tip I talked about that is in the other video. Thanks!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie you always provide a good common sense approach to travel👍
Always pack a change of clothes in personal bag now for each of us + some toiletries after bags went missing for 24hrs.
Undies was on my list pooey! I always forget an important one. Thanks!
MarleyThePuggle definitely just came home to get luggage after 2 weeks in Spain
I learned this one the hard way, after a frantic shopping trip to buy essentials.
One of my friends recommends turning off your ice maker and emptying the ice before traveling. He returned once to a puddle on his hardwood floor. There had been a power outage.
Mary Barnhill I always do this too.
So smart! Everyone has such great ideas!
I didn't see these already posted, and I have learned them the hard way: make sure all toilets are flushed before you leave. It festers and makes the whole house smell like a sewer. I have started squirting a little bit of cleaner into the bowl--just a little. All trash outside, and don't forget the basket of grounds in the coffee maker...mold will grow there in humidity, and it's super gross!
We buy travel insurance for most trips, especially international trips or those with a lot of prepay things, like Disney. It's pretty affordable, and it covers a lot of things.
Great ones too! Thank you for watching!
I put a little bleach in each toilet and wipe the inside of my front load washer with a disinfecting wipe and leave the door open. I also buy travel insurance.
My husband and I learned a travel lesson this May. We were flying straight home from Denver to Fresno; and since we weren’t going anywhere else and had everything we needed at home, we didn’t bother with putting our liquids bags and changes of clothing in our carry-on. We just threw everything into our luggage willy-nilly and didn’t worry about it. We never imagined our flight from Denver would be canceled after our suitcases were already checked, and we would have another day before we could get home 😬 Fortunately we caught a flight to the city where our kids live, and they were able to supply us with what we needed. Lesson learned!
Yikes! Wow! You never know what could happen! Thanks, Cindy!
I ALWAYS have travel insurance for any vacation involving flights and/or international travel (cruises, etc.). I've known too many people who have had emergency situations and have had to pay tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket to get treatment and get back home.
I hear ya. Thank you!
This is a great channel. One thing my late husband always did before we traveled, even to Canada was to check exchange rates. Without question, exchanging money at local banks in the US always gave us the best rate. If you live in a small town or city, you may have to wait a few days or a week as they may not have that currency at hand. When we get home we just put the extra (!) away for gifts to foreign friends or when we go back for a day trip (We live just over the Canadian border).
We like to do this too. Sounds like he was a smart and generous man. Thank you for watching!
I LOVE your channel! My husband, a nervous and infrequent flyer, and myself are traveling to South Africa at the end of September. I love traveling but haven't had a chance to travel as much as I would want to do. My last international flight was....1999....wow. Your channel has helped so much prep for our upcoming trip! Thanks for the assistance!
Hope it goes smoothly! Thank you!
Great tip about leaving the washer lid open, not just when traveling but other times too. I put the addresses of hotels and major sites in my phone before I leave so that they are handy for directions while sightseeing.
Great ideas. Thank you for watching!
I always take, emery board, folding hand fan, pen, and sunscreen. Also leave itinerary/ info with a relative - when hubby and I leave town I let my father know and give or email the hotel info to him, so someone knows we're away and where. Go to your local USPS branch to stop mail delivery (if gone more than a weekend). Tell next door neighbor but no one else. Do not post travel plans on social media. My bother and sister-in-law 's house was robbed after they posted their trip plans on facebook. If you must share your trip info Post AFTER you return home.
So smart!! Thanks!
You can stop your mail on line--saves a trip to the post office.
I asked my dog trainer about this yesterday (wish I did so sooner). I figured you may like to know too. She said what ever carrier we plan to use during our travel, use that as their main crate/bed AT LEAST in the weeks prior to going. She recommended using it as a main bed/crate permanently or leaving it out and open for them to go in and out as they please depending on how big it is. She said it will make them more comfortable flying if they are already trained in that crate because they know it is a safe happy place. She also recommended as a frequent flyer herself to use a hard plastic crate as they are more widely accepted by international airlines.
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@@jodyhakala-ristow7014 just make sure your dog can stand, sit, turn around and lay down without hitting the sides or top. That is the main guideline by most airlines
Always carry a packet of tissues. We are older and always get travel insurance, more for medical coverage and evacuation.
So agree with your tip. Once needed some tissues in an airport. Went looking at all of the shops, and no one carried them. Resorted to getting napkins, but rough on the nose. Always take some now!
Europe doesn’t always have paper
In addition to unplugging your appliances, we always turn off the water to the house, especially in the winter (we live in New England) in case of a power outage and the heat goes out (frozen pipes...not fun) We also have someone watch our house, she comes in and checks to make sure all is fine.
Yes, smart ideas. Thanks for watching!
In regards to insurance: I use to work for AAA and had many clients who took insurance and were glad they did. One of my couples were on a cruise around Tahiti and he fell ill. He ended up spending 3 weeks in a hospital there. It was extremely costly. Another situation is when a client had to be heli-vac'd or flown back home by a medical aircraft. This is also extremely expensive. It's definitely worth it if it's a reputable company and always check the coverages and exclusions.
Thanks for sharing.
Definitely get coverage for a CRUISE 🚢 ship and not the one that the airline supplies right Marilyn?
@@jodyhakala-ristow7014 Yes, always from either the cruise line or your travel agency's offer. Just be sure to compare them carefully before making a decision. I don't know anything about the airline's insurance.
I always do travel insurance. Just make sure you check coverage. It really varies. One thing to consider is coverage in case your travel companion has to cancel but you still want to go. Some cruise lines will make you pay single supplement.
Did you mention travel power adapters for international travel? Also DUAL powered things like cameras and hair curlers that don’t care if it’s 120 or 220 volt current (cellphones don’t care either). It’s a good idea to have an adapter with a USB port as well as a spot to plug in whatever you need to power. And take power banks for phones and cameras! Also, a lightweight, fold up tote or backpack for excursions.
Thanks so much! I do have a what not to forget to europe too. Everytime I upload a video I think of more tips that I should've added.
Love your informative videos! One thing I learned the hard way about snacks is.... pack something without peanuts 🤦🏻♀️ I literally packed so many snacks and they ALL had nuts. Of course someone on our flight and connecting flight had a nut allergy. Lesson learned, and why I didn’t think of that myself is beyond me! 🥜🚫
Me too; sometimes I do try it though. Good idea! Thank you for watching!
Same! We had someone on our flight to London with an allergy...and I believe they were on our flight home too! Thank goodness for gummy bears lol
Love you loads LauriePop!! Been with you quite awhile and FINALLY going on my first trip abroad this fall. I've taken so many of your tips and used the ones that suited me. I also took a couple of trips to Florida to visit family so I've done a preview!! Today I ordered my compression socks and I'm almost ready to get out those suitcases~ Thanks for all the work you do for us subscribers, Laurie! I know I'll think of you while I'm on my trip~ 🌹Joan
I'm eager to know what you think of the socks. So thrilled for you! And thanks again!
I LOVE your videos. You get right to the points not a lot of chit chat. I will be flying for the first time in January. I feel like I'm already a pro because of your videos. Thank you!
Agreed that you don’t spend forever saying you are going to “jump right in”
Hi Laurie, I am rewatching your videos. This one had so much info. I talked my husband into getting traveler insurance for the first time for our trip just in case we had to cancel due to covid. Thanks again.
We would do that too. Have a beautiful trip!
Happy Puppy Days to you! Congrats! You look beautiful in that top/earrings. I love your channel and your super great positive outlook. My Favorite "episode" is your reminder of our value to God. God bless you!!
Thanks so much! I cannot wait. You're so sweet!
You've got a super channel Laurie! Amazing video too! Congrats on passing 45K, that is amazing! :D
Thank you for watching!
I love all your travel tips. I especially like the one about safety during travel. Many of those have probably saved my life numerous times.
Love that one too. Thanks for watching!
But we want to see videos of the puppy!
Yes please! :D
This is what I have always done. I use the timers for the few lights around the house to come on at certain times, timings depend on the seasonal weather. Having lights for an hour or two gives the impression that someone is at home.
I freeze enough milk in the freezer to make tea when I get home, and freeze meals for at least two days in case I am tired and don’t feel like doing anything.
I love that lid idea. So helpful!
Hi Laurie! I love your tips. They have helped me to pack for a 6 day vacation to New Orleans in an underseater pre-covid. I'm bringing a regular carry on my next trip to AZ for a wedding so I won't squish the dress I'll be wearing at the wedding and I have so much room left in my luggage. Lol! Keep the videos coming. Have a good week.
Yay Jane. So happy for you getting to go to AZ. Beautiful areas!
Great tips - again. It's funny you mentioned travel insurance as I'm just claiming on mine from a cancelled trip to China in May. My friend (travel companion) has already been paid hers but I needed some extra paperwork to complete mine. I'm also currently getting quotes for my next two overseas trips, so yes, its's a must have if leaving the country in my opinion. We do not take it if we are travelling domestically though.
Okay, whew! Thank you for watching!
Love the top you are wearing in this video, and the color is great for you. I'll have to watch this one again before Scotland!
Thank you for watching! We loved Scotland!
I usually book through Orbits and get the insurance they offer since the weather can be so unpredictable. Had an entire cruise and airline flights refunded once within days of cancellation...was glad to have the insurance! I recommend it if your spending over $300 on something or your booking far in advance..the insurance is very inexpensive.
Great to know. Thank you for watching!
I always take travel insurance when travelling overseas. If I'm travelling domestically for work then I generally don't because I'm from Australia and the flights I take are generally 3 hours or less and have multiple flights per day and I can stay an extra night if needed. But it is a must for overseas travel in case of flight delays/cancellations, lost luggage, stolen luggage etc.
Thank you for watching!
I always buy medical insurance. This past trip was the first time that I had to use it, and it was excellent. It covered everything, doctor, labs and meds.
Which company did you use?
How exciting that you're getting a puppy. They are so much fun. A handful too. Yay for you and your family. I'll miss you while you take time off. Your tips have come in very helpful for travel.
Thanks! I'm scared and excited!
You just reminded me to call my credit card companies and bank to inform them I’ll be on travel. LOL. Always love watching your videos, Laurie!!
Hopefully lots of the tips will help. Thank you for watching!
My last trip, I called my bank and they told me we didn't need to do that anymore?
I love your videos. They are so upbeat. Often rewatch after returning from vacation just for fun. Good luck with the puppy.
Thanks so much Nancy!
More helpful tips/information Thanks
I'd love to see how you style your hair! I'm obsessed with your haircut, yet the curls make it hard to see the lines of the cut. Also, I want those exact wavy curls! 😁
I have a beach wave video, but it's from LauriePOP videos. I should make an updated ones. Thanks for watching!
Recently I purchased that fabulous weekended black and white bag! I love it
Oh, good! I love it too, but I think I would use the small more. Thank you for watching!
Thanks for this video. Leaving for Thailand come September 2nd so this is super helpful.
Oh, have a yummy time! Thanks for watching!
I have used traveler's insurance and once had to use it on a trip I was taking to Hawaii, it paid great, was very happy I had purchased it.
Yes! My in-laws needed it and were so glad they got it. Thanks for watching!
My mother n law took a lot of cruises. Before she left she would turn off the water and furnace. I also carry my eyeglass script when I travel. I learned from experience to have it with you.
Thank you!
Like always a wonderful video. Thank you very much 🙏🏻
Thank you for watching!
Great tips as always. Have your mail held or a neighbor take it out of your mailbox as well as your newspaper. A sure tip off you are gone!
Three big trips thru a travel agency IRELAND/ICELAND/ICELAND all 3 times bought travel insurance, oh about $130 per person, never had to use it (whew). I always write information on my trip itinerary/hotels/places of interest/restaurants in a 3.5 by 5 inch little notebook, sometimes I will draw a little map to help me out. I also put into my cell phone (can delete after trip) hotel phone numbers/shuttle numbers/their addresses too. Has come in handy more than once! OMG a puppy, what kind are you getting? Yes you will be busy, but fun :)
Thanks! We will get an Aussiedoodle (small)
@@TravelTipsbyLaurieHey how about a video (don't laugh) on those neck pillows for travel/flying vs. the other shaped ones. It seems EVERY time I fly long haul (euro) I buy one of those donut neck pillow thingy and I can't ever make it comfortable, not sure if the opening goes to the front or the back, I always throw them away before I even fly back home! Next long haul trip, I do the same thing, buy one and toss it out! HELP lol
Aussiedoodles are adorable!
Making one next week, but here's the one I bought. I LOVE it! amzn.to/2LWqVx0
Another vote for the puppy videos! And the face moisturizer allergy tip happened to my daughter - she tried a new moisturizer on a trip and, luckily, only turned red for a few hours. We had to spend time shopping for another since we couldn't find her regular one.
Yikes! Wow. Thank you for watching!
My friend had an allergy when at home from a new face product. She ended up in the emergency room. It was awful. She's not keen on trying anything new anymore. And this was a big brand that was supposedly great for sensitive skin.
*Thanks* for *another great video* !! My *FAVORITE tip* is the bright colored lid to hold *small valuables* !! I agree!! You do *NOT* want to forget jewelry in the *hotel room* !! #TravelTipsByLaurie
We always get travel insurance- we have used the insurance twice for major items. Also, we have had claims for weather (hurricane) and it was extremely simple to to apply. Alliance Insurance and Travel Guard- TG covered my husbands 5 day stay in a London Hospital, all the events we had paid in advance, etc. They took care of everything so I wasn’t making calls, or spending any energy making arrangements. My husband almost had to come home on a ship as flying might have been ruled out, it would have been covered. Many airlines offer insurance when you purchase a ticket- do yourself a favor and purchase it.
Oh wow; that is wonderful! Thanks for watching!!
I just got back from the UK a couple of weeks ago. I was hiking solo through the Cotswolds and had stayed in a lovely village of about 2500 people. The town did not have a bank, only one lonely ATM machine, which (I'm guessing because it was a private ATM company) did not recognize my foreign debit card. I had to get a cash advance on my credit card just to get a few pounds for my pocket. In case some of you aren't aware, the interest on a cash advance on your credit card is 'off the charts'. I'm usually very thoughtful about cash when I travel. I don't want to carry too much but I don't want to put every coffee I buy on a c.c. either. It would never have occurred to me that a town wouldn't have a bank.
Oh good to know! Thanks, Sue!
Post vacation photos videos online when you get home to prevent being robbed at home. I pack food I don’t want pay anything domestic flights. My flight from Houston was delayed due to weather.
Don’t forget credit card with no international fees! Yes as former bank employee please do travel notifications!
A Puppy! Will bring additional tips to travel with your dog. Thank you
I know; I def do not want to leave him!! And we don't even have him yet lol. Thanks!
Hey Ms. Laurie! It's Jonah. Congratulations on your 45k Subscribers!
Thanks so much Jonah!! Thinking of our trip to Germany, can you think of a tip that would be helpful to people? Hug your family for us.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Yes! one thing i reget was bringing my vans...while they are comfortable, we toured alot! Bringing like nike shoes would have been better. Also, If anyone goes to germany, one thing that would be great would be a lightweight yet warm jacket. A northface jacket would be best!
Finally I bought the cubes, thank you for convincing me 👍🏼👍🏼
Ha! Can't wait to see what you like and do not like. Thank you for watching!
Hi Laurie.....Puppy Love!! Enjoy your fur baby time!!
I'm so nervous! Thanks!!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie You will be super. We did a puppy 3 years ago and I couldn't imagine life without him now!! Although the 2 am potty runs are killers for awhile and I was 60. 🐶❣
Thank you. I love travel insurance. Have not used it yet.
I love you so much! Always and forever ♾!
As always another Great video!
Thank you for watching!
Congratulations on your new puppy! I have a new puppy myself. She is crying as we speak... 😂
So scared and excited!
I usually book flights thru Expedia and always buy their travel insurance, it doesnt cost much either. My mom and I were to fly fron CA to NC whhen 1 hr before I was to pick her up to head to our airport, she called and said she wasn't feeling good. I cancelled the flight, took her to the doctor and he wrote a note saying she couldn't fly as she was having stomach issues. He also wrote that since she lived alone, I needed to stay back and take care of her. I sent both notes into the travel insurance, alomg with our receipts and was reimbursed completely within 4-6 weeks. Luckily, it was a 24 hr bug and we were able to fly out the next morning! So I always buy travel insurance, especially since I have Lupus and complications always crop up, so far I've only needed it that one time, but it saved us close $900 for our 2 tickets.
Thanks for watching and for sharing.
Travel insurance gives me peace of mind. Not expensive (for flying domestic)/totally worth it. PS-your top's color & neckline are so flattering on you! :-)
Thanks, Shari!
Have you ever had to cancel a flight and use the insurance?
@@kathleenquinto1171 No, but friends of mine had to and they were so glad they had the insurance. Even if I don't have to use it, the peace of mind is worth it.
Always get travel insurance,
Thanks!
You bet! Thank you for watching!
Great tips! I didn't think about getting the Uber to pick you up from somewhere else to avoid being burgled. As for money, I try to make a budget and purchase my currency here at home from a currency dealer (in Toronto there's a fabulous company called KanTor). They sell currency at a decent rate, usually better than the bank and no extra fees. For everything else credit card. Traveler's Cheques are useless! And you're 100% correct about having to pay to use the washroom, and/or tipping the attendant. In Germany, there is a company that operates the washrooms in the railway stations (Rail'n'Fresh). You put money in the slot in the turnstile and you get a ticket or a slip and usually on the back is a coupon to use at a retailer in the station. Any time I have used the washrooms there, they have been very very clean.
They are very clean. Have a great flight if you go soon!
I googled Aussiedoodle so cute,also says they are very intelligent,must mean they like cats! 🐱
Something that I found out when traveling to London: the pounds go "out of issue" quite often. Please make sure, before you leave, that the pounds are current.
MsBackstager Hi! How often do they change their pounds? I still have pounds from my 2017 trip.
Does that mean they are worthless?
Thanks!
@@laureljaneg Yes, stores will tell you to go to the money exchange places and have them replaced.
@@laureljaneg it depends how old. There is usually a "grace" period where you can exchange them for current notes at a high street bank.
GREAT tips!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks!
Thank you, Wendy!
They don't give you much toilet paper in those public restrooms in Europe, so I always take additional supplies from my hotel room in my purse/day pack.
Great idea!!
I try to remember an empty water bottle to save money in the airport. This is also a must for me especially for international flights.
Thanks for watching! Especially for international.
Receiving your videos weekly, if available would be great
Awesome! Thank you for watching! Just click the bell beside subscribe and click always or something like that. Then you'll get an email whenever I upload one...which will be this Wednesday
Congrats on the puppy!
So excited and scared!
Hi Laurie
I enjoy your videos. Would you address packing electronics, including chargers, and going though TSA efficiently, with electronics, when traveling with carry on luggage and one personal item. Thanks
Sh had this on another video.
Search tech gear on my channel page. Thank you for watching!
Peter Greenberg, travel journalist for CBS says there are two kinds of luggage, "Carry-on and lost." I only do carry-on with a 21 inch roller bag and a small back pack.
bwahahaha! Thank you for watching!
We usually arrange for a house sitter (my adult daughter) when we travel.
I need to find a single lady! Thank you for watching!
Don’t forget to make sure water to toilet is turned off before you leave. We had a gasket break in the tank and water pressure lifted the tank top and water continuously ran. It flooded bathroom, bedroom, living room and leaked into basement and flooded basement . Extensive damages.
True! We just got a puppy so I'm taking a few weeks break btw. Thanks for watching!
Good advice. I recently discovered your channel. Iaughed out loud (just a bit) when you stated to give your neibours address. GREAT ...so your neibour may get burgled when they have gone shopping or out to dinner. Ooops. Do they know you do this? 😀
Yes, we must communicate with that neighbor first lol. Maybe not the best idea? Thanks for watching!!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie My H and I have a conversation in the taxi about how we hope we didn't wake up (our family members) when we left the house, or some such thing, giving the driver the impression that the house is not empty.
Your blouse looks beautiful on you.
How do you continue to think of so many great tips?
We always use travel insurance. With elderly parents we never know when there might be a possible crisis that would keep us at home or call us back.
You're so right-something to think about. I honestly pray for ideas and eventually they pop into my head. Thanks again.
So your question about travelers insurance. I have not ever had to use it, however, a family member has had to cancel a few trips due to family illness and it was a lifesaver for her family not to lose all that money.
Thanks!
USPS mail hold can be done online instead of wasting precious time going to the post office; accumulated mail is delivered to your home or you can pick it up.
Thanks for watching! Yes that's an awesome tip.
I do trust travel insurance. I also refuse to travel internationally without a trace” insurance that covers medical needs while away from home. Having traveled as a nurse to other countries to bring “healthy” individuals home and know the financial burden this can place on ones family, it is an insurance I will not skip.
Thank you for watching!
For international be sure to have the address and phone number of the US Embassy there. Also, have medical insurance info with you and find out beforehand if you are covered or need an additional travel insurance policy with medical coverage. And finally, research before you go how to make phone calls in that country - to home, to another USA phone in that country (like calling your spouse when you are both in that country) and how to call from your US phone to a local phone in that country.
Great ideas!! Thanks for watching!
A friend's mother fell while in Italy. She was badly hurt, needed surgery. She also h
ad her young teen granddaughter's with her. It was a nightmare for her to get treated and for the granddaughters to get back to the USA. Thankfully, she had purchased travelers insurance for all three of them and that helped immensely. After hearing her awful story I will never travel without it again.
Oh wow! Thanks!
I love your top! Do you remember where you got it?
Hi it should be linked in the paragraph below but i think inc.
I always buy trip insurance as I travel with my mother and she’s older.
I do think it's a good idea; we bought it for our cruise. Thank you!
alwayas love your videos,,, have you used the compression cubes?? wondered how they worked for you thanks again Joanie Vermont going to Ireland and Paris in Nov, hooray
Oh it will be amazing! You should get them. One day I will invest in them; everyone raves about them. Thank you for watching!
I forgot to add this to my other comment. When I was watching Walter's World he reminded me of one thing. Two days before you go on your trip, go to the post office and put a Stop Mail Order for your house and put the date you will be back. This is especially if you have a private mail box in your yard. One thing potential robbers look for is if you are getting your mail. The stop mail will make it look like you are when in reality the post office is just holding onto it (up to a month)
I do this online before every trip. :)
IDs/passports. I learned that one the hard way.
ladybug p seriously????
Thought I had it in my wallet but had used it and slipped it in my shirt pocket then changed shirts and forgot. Yep. Seriously! 😬
ladybug p oh! That’s an accident, that makes more sense. Lol, I thought you originally were saying you didn’t know to bring an ID or passport with you :)
Shelley ha! I never drove so fast back to my house, 90 min away then back to airport. I made it but my stomach was churning, my heart was racing. A lesson learned for sure!
what about adapters to charge cell phones, use hairdryers for England and France
Hi Valerie. Sorry for the delay; we were on vacation. Thank you for watching! We love this adapter and I love this power bank because it has enough juice in it to charge your phone twice: amzn.to/3b8F8PU and amzn.to/2Wv3QG6
If going on a cruise notify the credit card company that you will be using on board. We didn't do this on our first cruise and they put a hold on it because of the multiple small charges.
Yikes! Thank you for watching!
Just got back from New York City. My first trip on a plane. I used your tips and only took a carry on bag for a week. I breezed through security and was using my debit card and having a great time in New York when suddenly I need to get on the subway and my debit card would not work. I called my credit union and they had blocked my card. It took a couple of minutes of what airport I flew out of to New York, my hotel, when I was coming back and what airport was I leaving and going. After explaining it all to them finally they unblocked my card. I'm from small town America and I mean small. I had just a little panic being alone and my card wouldn't work. That's a very good tip. Thanks for all your videos. They're very helpful.
Oh wow! Good to know. So glad it worked out!! Thank you, Bette.
Some airports still ask you to put your shoes/boots through the xray scanner and I hate to walk on the floor in my socks (or barefoot!) I always take a pair of plastic overshoes to protect my feet from whatever may be on the floor. Is this OCD? Ha ha. PS In Basel Airport, Switzerland they had a bin of these overshoes for passengers to use. Very thoughtful.
It is very helpful having those available for free! Thanks for watching! And happy ocd'ing. I have forgotten while wearing sandals and had to walk barefooted.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Or even two of those plastic shower caps (the kind hotels supply) - you may get a few odd looks though!
@@janettesinclair6279 I keep a pair of no show socks in my personal bag in the outside pocket in case I wear shoes without socks to the airport.
Remember to put your mail delivery on hold, set your house thermostat, and take out the trash.
I love your videos!
Awesome ones!
When my son was on the bottle I had in the bottle the powder formula with no water.And they checked that and they said it was ok. But when we got near the plane I got bottle water and put it in. It happened about when he was Two month old now he is a teenager
Us too! Thank you for watching!
I took that Sephora bag on a flight within Europe and I was told it was non-compliant as it wasn't completely clear! Had to repack into one of their clear baggies and ditch that Sephora bag. Just a heads up!
No way! Man, you never know. I've used it at least 5 times in Europe with no problems.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Yes - I guess it all depends on the person that's checking that day!
Hi! I like to carry safety pins. I also carry a small sewing kit, but the safety pin is a quick fix in an emergency! What breed of puppy are you getting? Is it a rescue? Enjoy it!
That's such a smart idea! Adding that to my list! It's an Aussiedoodle.
TravelTipsbyLaurie Beautiful! Have fun !
Airline insurance can be quite costly the more "mature" we get.
Haha or I guess it can be more worth it too the more mature we get. Thanks!
Compare different options, not just those offered by airline. Depending the amount of travel you do, you can buy an annual policy. I ended up doing a lot of travel this year and I certainly overpaid. I would have been much better with an annual policy. Google travel insurance and you’ll see places that will compare for you.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Less worth it in my case.
@@johnbedosky5017 I don't travel to Europe that often so it wouldn't be cost effective for me. But when I traveled with one junior college, the insurance was included in the fee.
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When packing medications, do pain relievers, sleep aids, etc. have to be in their original bottles when you fly? I use ziplock pill bags for local travel and love them. I also take an old travel "Advil" bottle and refill it with my prescription ibuprofen.
I have never used original bottles and never been stopped for them. Thank you for watching!
If you live in Canada and have your cellphone service with Bell. Make sure you call customer service to allow international phone calls. Make sure you verify EVERYTIME you leave the country that the service is still active. They remove it and they do not advise customers. SO you could arrive at your destination not able to use your cellphone. I discovered that as we live in Canada but my husband's family is all in Italy and every 3, 4 months they disactivate it. Everytime we have to call to reactivate it they keep saying it will be activated forever so DO NOT trust them and CALL everytime.
For pick up, I've met the shuttle at the local hotel before. I like your idea of meeting at a neighbors house. I write a last minute packing list and or last minute to do list so that I feel less anxiety/overwhelmed before the trip. Love your ideas as always! Your top is super cute. Where did it come from? Enjoy your new puppy!
Oh, that's a great idea! Thank you! The shirt is in the description box.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Oh, I see it now. Thanks! Have a great day!
You should contact your bank before your leave and make sure they know that you will be gone, where, when, how long. If you travel overseas and the bank does not know you are overseas and they see activity on your card in a foreign country, they may put a stop on your credit or debit card, which can cause just a ton of problems to re-activate.
Great idea, yes!! Thank you for watching.
Really they just block the account without checking? Wow. People fly overseas all the time. Personally I have never contacted my bank, because it didn't occur to me. It's none of their business where I go. But I guess sometimes they make it their business. Hope no one will have problems when on a trip.
On expensive trips... I always get travel insurance.. especially as my parents are older and we have needed to cancel a trip in the past for family emergencies. Do you also leave your wedding rings at home when traveling.?
I take them with me. Thank you for watching!
My husband and I have nice looking but inexpensive Wal-Mart rings for traveling. No worries about losing them .😊
I never wear my wedding ring. It bothers me. My husband does. He lost his on a wildwater 'river' in a pool in Denmark. Fortunately we stayed there for another day on the compound. They found it in the filtration! So the next day we drove home with the ring!