Month: July 2011

Reader Lisa asked:   I struggled with getting all my liquids (shampoo, face cleanser, sunscreen, etc. in 3 oz travel containers) into 1 quart sized ziploc bag.  Any tips for what to bring and what to leave home? Lisa, my solution to that struggle is to “travel size” everything you can.  This is a photo of my “quart sized bag.”  In it I have travel-sized basics, like shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, deodorant, contact lens solution and toothpaste.  Many of these … Read More

The Tips: First, I want to thank Valentina Sgro, Helen Montfort, and Janet Greene for supporting me with my perspective shift by relaying personal experiences and providing me with some of the following tips for surviving with less while on the road: • When selecting bottoms (pants or skirts), choose something neutral or jeans as they go with everything and are basic enough that they can be recycled during a trip without feeling like you are wearing … Read More