tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post5010051704645927926..comments2024-02-19T05:46:21.299-05:00Comments on J The Travel Authority: Savvy Packing With Only A PurseJ The Travel Authorityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-5351045131804473052010-08-04T18:10:12.807-04:002010-08-04T18:10:12.807-04:00Hey Nancy, thanks so much for your enthusiastic co...Hey Nancy, thanks so much for your enthusiastic comment. Really appreciate it. And hope you enjoy Norway as much as I did. It'll be super fun, for sure, even if you're carrying more than a purse. :-)J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-64619918005912588482010-08-04T16:25:21.263-04:002010-08-04T16:25:21.263-04:00Jeanine,
This is the packing post you were telllin...Jeanine,<br />This is the packing post you were tellling me about. You are a packing ROCK STAR!<br />As I pack for Norway - I will think of you.<br />What a tripWhat a Triphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01993638680138460552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-17249057660729131292010-07-14T10:20:29.962-04:002010-07-14T10:20:29.962-04:00Hi John, Funny and weird that they took your sewin...Hi John, Funny and weird that they took your sewing needle in Ecquador. I had a similar experience in Guatemala recently where they took my tiny safety pins, which I've traveled with all over the world. Apparently some South and Central American countries have a huge binder of odd items you are not allowed to bring through security and these items are on the list.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-2176534178194871342010-07-14T10:18:53.398-04:002010-07-14T10:18:53.398-04:00Hi backpack45, It's a good point you bring up ...Hi backpack45, It's a good point you bring up regarding bringing along pills in unmarked containers. I do so on every trip -- they're actually mostly supplements but they are still in pills form -- and have never ever had a problem. But I've heard of others that have had problems. If in doubt,particularly if you're bringing along medication, I'd bring along a physician's prescription for the pills both to prove what they are and in case you need to get more on your trip should they be confiscated.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-26629815816401006162010-07-13T22:54:32.254-04:002010-07-13T22:54:32.254-04:00Hi BP45, I fortunately have not had to carry much...Hi BP45, I fortunately have not had to carry much by the way of pills, just Malarone for Malaria, and Advil which I kept both in original bottles. I suspect having copies of a doctor's prescription might help reduce trouble with security, although I don't have any direct experience. I did have security in Ecuador take a 3" sewing needle from me, even though I got through the US, and Guatemala with the same needle with no problem. Go figure! JohnAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07133391938874391468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-67165969398459438902010-07-12T15:32:39.294-04:002010-07-12T15:32:39.294-04:00J Travel and John,
You two are going to end up loo...J Travel and John,<br />You two are going to end up looking like Michelin Men or Women! Hope the airlines doesn't start weighing the clothes we are wearing! LOL<br /><br />Got a question regarding carrying pills not in the original bottle--which I almost always do (tho I sometimes write the med's name and dosage).. Question is, since you've heard of people having a problem, did security just toss them in the trash, or did it/could it become a bigger issue?backpack45https://www.blogger.com/profile/09190807650290868236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-56831735685640728182010-07-12T14:35:27.495-04:002010-07-12T14:35:27.495-04:00Hi John, It's funny you brought up about "...Hi John, It's funny you brought up about "packing" everything in pants and a vest. I've been thinking of doing the same thing. I think it's a great idea! Glad to meet another savvy packer.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-46622615199075039942010-07-12T14:34:09.315-04:002010-07-12T14:34:09.315-04:00Hi Susan, Good question: When I approached securit...Hi Susan, Good question: When I approached security, I simply too off the photographer's vest and the black merino wool sweater that I had tied around my waist. They didn't ask me to remove anything else. And I made sure that I didn't have anything metal in my pockets. So it wasn't a big deal at all.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-13393738706271228422010-07-12T13:42:24.540-04:002010-07-12T13:42:24.540-04:00That's great! I thought I was a light travele...That's great! I thought I was a light traveler doing 18 days to Myanmar and Thailand with a day back and small messenger bag. You've beat me by a mile! My goal is to use no bags, just the pockets on a pair of cargo pants, and a vest. Keep up the good work! John@TravelChocolate.com www.TravelChocolate.acomAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07133391938874391468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-61180704786705092952010-07-11T22:48:16.208-04:002010-07-11T22:48:16.208-04:00That IS impressive! But I wondered if wearing that...That IS impressive! But I wondered if wearing that many layers and stashing things in pockets slowed you down in the security line? Pretty lame of Spirit Airlines to impose that kind of restriction. Hopefully other airlines don't follow suit.Susan Johnston Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09225671002159447902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-40820880538103044242010-07-11T21:06:56.103-04:002010-07-11T21:06:56.103-04:00When I started using "sticks" (20 years ...When I started using "sticks" (20 years ago) I, too, would just pick up something in the woods, but now our European hikes are in the 100-200 mile range and I've gotten spoiled with my carbon fiber poles (so much lighter!).backpack45https://www.blogger.com/profile/09190807650290868236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-56568984533021780892010-07-11T17:46:14.858-04:002010-07-11T17:46:14.858-04:00Hi backpack45, I agree: the hiking poles are alway...Hi backpack45, I agree: the hiking poles are always a problem. I've started not carrying them on the plane. And, instead, fashioning a couple of tree branches I find along the trail as hiking poles. Certainly not the same, though.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-44193308947589943662010-07-11T13:31:08.354-04:002010-07-11T13:31:08.354-04:00This in impressive! I love the way you took on thi...This in impressive! I love the way you took on this challenge.<br />As a backpacker, I often have to travel light and it's no problem getting everything I need for multiple weeks on the trail into my backpack. <br />But, the one thing I have not overcome is the requirement that I check hiking poles when we fly to Europe because, as we all know, hiking poles are often used to attack people and bears (only kidding!).backpack45https://www.blogger.com/profile/09190807650290868236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-15096670040929524112010-07-10T18:51:14.554-04:002010-07-10T18:51:14.554-04:00Hi thetripchicks, I'd love to give classes on ...Hi thetripchicks, I'd love to give classes on my "packing in a purse" strategies. It'd be a lot of fun.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-61120977605641064732010-07-10T18:50:17.474-04:002010-07-10T18:50:17.474-04:00Hi jessie, thanks so much for your kind comments. ...Hi jessie, thanks so much for your kind comments. Glad you liked the mix and match outfits.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-36515342077421014482010-07-10T18:35:50.082-04:002010-07-10T18:35:50.082-04:00You go, girl! Now if only our
sumo-packing client...You go, girl! Now if only our <br />sumo-packing clients could learn how to follow your example. Wundebar!thetripchicksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-2312637938102101162010-07-09T20:07:33.463-04:002010-07-09T20:07:33.463-04:00one word: incredible. WOW!! we have to carry compu...one word: incredible. WOW!! we have to carry computers and medical equipment. BUT!! this is so inspiring. AND you are so very fashionable! WoW!jessievhttp://www.wanderingeducators.com/marketplace/apparel/do-mbt-shoes-really-work.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-50583892860159709732010-07-08T10:59:27.750-04:002010-07-08T10:59:27.750-04:00Hi sarah, love your comments. and, I agree: it'...Hi sarah, love your comments. and, I agree: it's definitely a kick getting on the plane with all the clothes, especially that no one could tell I was dressed any differently than they were.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-89562433617256240342010-07-08T01:17:08.464-04:002010-07-08T01:17:08.464-04:00Terrific post. I need to clip and save this before...Terrific post. I need to clip and save this before my next trip. Seriously.<br /><br />Oh, and buy a whole new wardrobe.<br /><br />Inspiring -- and kind of hilarious too -- thinking of you wearing all that gear on board. Well done you.sarah henryhttp://lettuceeatkale.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-6614918689420011912010-07-07T12:54:55.418-04:002010-07-07T12:54:55.418-04:00Hi Colleen, Yeah, I guess I'm kinda compulsive...Hi Colleen, Yeah, I guess I'm kinda compulsive about backing small, the smaller the better. And I love those tiny bottles. Loved your comments. They made me laugh.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-43504457414379301192010-07-07T12:31:15.499-04:002010-07-07T12:31:15.499-04:00You crack me up! I could never manage. I can't...You crack me up! I could never manage. I can't even manage to pack just a carry-on because I am too busy (lazy) to pack & re-pack everything into 3.4 oz. bottles. Plus, I like options (esp. when traveling with little kids!). However, I admire your accomplishment! Bien fait!Colleen at Travel Mamashttp://www.travelmamas.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-91111919838407547722010-07-07T10:24:56.344-04:002010-07-07T10:24:56.344-04:00Hi Melanie, So great to know you're a fellow l...Hi Melanie, So great to know you're a fellow light packer. And I will totally look for the "Diva in a Carry On" blog. What a cute name! I'm glad the slide show worked out.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-62274984494785500702010-07-07T10:19:20.079-04:002010-07-07T10:19:20.079-04:00Hi Katherine, I have to admit that when I walked o...Hi Katherine, I have to admit that when I walked on the plane wearing all these clothes and carrying just the purse, I had to surpress giggling that I subverted the system, so to speak. And especially when I had just seen so many other passengers checking (and paying for) huge pieces of luggage at the check-in counter.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-85350143474216207222010-07-07T10:17:57.865-04:002010-07-07T10:17:57.865-04:00Hi Christine, It's funny you bring up about th...Hi Christine, It's funny you bring up about the pockets because I have a friend who always forgets which pocket contains what. That doesn't happen to me, though, because I have a method to my pocket madness: certain things always go in either left- or right-sided pockets in my clothes, as well as other items only are in my pants pockets vs in my photo vest. I spend little time searching for anything I need.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-68571729944987203952010-07-07T10:15:29.856-04:002010-07-07T10:15:29.856-04:00Hi Jennifer, That's so cool that you can pack ...Hi Jennifer, That's so cool that you can pack light even when you're traveling with children. Now that's very impressive!J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.com