View Full Version : What are your hand-luggage 'must have's'
Only 9 more days and we're off. Have started to think about packing, and have just got flight bag out, which is a signal to start being excited. My must have's (apart from passports,air tickets) are....
Reading glasses
Reading material
Pen,paper (for endless list making of tasks & shopping).
Sweets,juice.
Perfume
Moisturizer.
What can you not travel without? Chloe
floridadreamvilla.co.uk
25-11-2004, 23:54
My Ipod. All I need for the time on the plane. Perfect [msnsmile2]
My hand luggage is like the tardis, I carry something to cover every eventuality. A throwback to travelling with young children I guess ;)
All the usual plus medications, painkillers, wet wipes, tissues, clean underwear, spare toothbrush+paste, socks, pillow, puzzle books, mags, reading book, cardigan/sweatshirt, chewing gum, sweets, ciggies, notebook and pen, villa brochures and cards.... ad infinitum [:I]
Everyone laughs at me until they need something I carry all the time :D
A bottle of water, cd player, cds and at least one book.
Cheshirecat
26-11-2004, 01:11
my must-haves after stuff like my asthma medication, passports ect are a bottle of water (bought at airport), something to tie my hair up with (gets terribly static during flights) and lip balm. Also take a book/puzzle book. Pen is essential for Visa Waiver forms.
OOoh also a spare pair of knickers in case my luggage goes astray[:I]
TINAPETERS
26-11-2004, 01:19
Eye drops as my eyes sting and hard boiled sweets for the ears.
Ray&Sarah
26-11-2004, 01:39
A good book, music to listen too and a packet of sweets to suck on.[msnsmile]
Tina, don't you find the hard boiled sweets a bit harsh on the ears!!!!!! Only joking, I take them too. Chloe
Eye drops, face spritzer, medication, spare leather flip flops, socks, camerea, book, water, perfume, jewellery case, wet wipes, tissues, spare top/undies, keys to villa, spare birth certicate and passport copies,grapes, chewing gum, small bag toiletries, eight pairs of sunglasses, plus anything I've managed to buy while waiting for the plane. :D
Kaz
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 01:51
my bag is boring! flight sox,wet wipes, driving licence, villa things/paperwork, tissues, medication, book, hubbys magazines, travel things for lauren, sweets, chewing gum, purse, brush, knickers, video camera, digital camera and the kitchen sink!
Ray&Sarah
26-11-2004, 02:06
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by LiesaAnna
my bag is boring! flight sox,wet wipes, driving licence, villa things/paperwork, tissues, medication, book, hubbys magazines, travel things for lauren, sweets, chewing gum, purse, brush, knickers, video camera, digital camera and the kitchen sink!
[/quote]
Guess no call for cases for the hold then Leisa.[msnwink]:D
And you all fit in this lot under the 5 kg weight limit? Wow! [:O]
I take as little as possible, only carrying my handbag. I couldn't think of anything worse than carrying a great heavy bag round with me. Travel light, that's my motto.[msncool]
A couple of books, lip salve and my little Walmart fan - it helps with the hot flushes 'cos they won't open the window on the plane!!![msnsmile2][msnsmile2]
jolliffee
26-11-2004, 03:45
My blood pressure pills, plus all the junk specified above.
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 12:02
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Carla
A couple of books, lip salve and my little Walmart fan - it helps with the hot flushes 'cos they won't open the window on the plane!!![msnsmile2][msnsmile2]
[/quote]
do they not[msnwink]
MaggieAllan
26-11-2004, 12:58
Travel size toiletries (incl moisturiser for the plane), wet wipes, tisuues, cameras, comb & brush, toothbrushes, maps, sunglasses, spare carrier bag, pens, ciggies, books, medications, and a bit of make up for that last visit to the loo before landing.
I've got that I'm sure I've forgotten something feeling just making out this list[msnscared]
Also, I bet it's not only me who does all the packing...by choice I must say. I have my method and don't like anyone to 'help'
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by LiesaAnna
my bag is boring! flight sox,wet wipes, driving licence, villa things/paperwork, tissues, medication, book, hubbys magazines, travel things for lauren, sweets, chewing gum, purse, brush, knickers, video camera, digital camera and the kitchen sink!
[/quote]
I was reading this thread very quickly and read Leisa Annas post above
not boring at all the way I read it... wet socks and brushed knickers!!!:D:D:D
Nostromo
26-11-2004, 14:02
A paperback, a small packet of moist tissues, a small box of mints and a small tube of men's dry skin cream. I get awfully dry on long haul flights; one of the reasons I hate 'em!
MaggieAllan
26-11-2004, 14:07
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Nostromo
A paperback, a small packet of moist tissues, a small box of mints and a small tube of men's dry skin cream. I get awfully dry on long haul flights; one of the reasons I hate 'em!
[/quote]
I get really dry as well..much more than the rest of my family. Someone has told me to drink pure water only for at least three days prior to the flight and plenty of it? do you know if this works anybody? Aren't there some airline staff in the forum who could give us some tips please.
I take two books and never read any! I took my lap top last time but couldnt open it on my knee. The space between me and the persons seat in front was too small... even when they werent reclining!!
I plan to take as little as possible - in my mind I have thoughts of my 6'' by 4'' handbag ha ha!! usually ending up with a large rucksack - :D
Absoulte essentials are:
some sucky sweets!! for take off (95% of which have been eaten before take off!! due to nerves) just about have one left at time of take off - have been known to ask others for one of theirs!!
and a bottle of water
Joolz
E. Cosgrove
26-11-2004, 14:54
Always carry my rescue remedy especially on night flights. If the person in front has the seat back and the lights are down I can sometimes wake up feeling a little bit claustrophobic and " panicky".
For the same reason I also carry a "vicks " nasal stick in case the air con is making me feel stuffed up and unable to breathe.
I sound like a bit of a whuss ...I'm not really, just like to be prepared! [msnwink]
So whats your rescue remedy - I also feel panicky and claustrophobic in the same circumstances......may need it!!!
E. Cosgrove
26-11-2004, 15:10
Bachs Rescue Remedy, you buy it from the chemist, no prescription necessary, I usually get mine from Boots, you will find it with the herbal and homeopathic remedies, It's in a dropper type dispenser and you put it directly on your tongue but they have recently brought out a spray version. It says on the packaging "provides comfort in times of stress" and it works for me. Great to calm my nerves before an interview or if I have to give a presentation.
Give it a try you've nothing to lose except the cost..about £6.00
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 15:16
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Joolz
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by LiesaAnna
my bag is boring! flight sox,wet wipes, driving licence, villa things/paperwork, tissues, medication, book, hubbys magazines, travel things for lauren, sweets, chewing gum, purse, brush, knickers, video camera, digital camera and the kitchen sink!
[/quote]
I was reading this thread very quickly and read Leisa Annas post above
not boring at all the way I read it... wet socks and brushed knickers!!!:D:D:D
[/quote]
CRAZY!
NOW AM LOOKING AT MY LIST I JUST KNOW THAT I'M GONNA FORGET SOMETHING AND NOW AM SCARED!!!
Nostromo
26-11-2004, 15:16
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by MaggieAllan
[I get really dry as well..much more than the rest of my family. Someone has told me to drink pure water only for at least three days prior to the flight and plenty of it? do you know if this works anybody? Aren't there some airline staff in the forum who could give us some tips please.
Drinking water does help a lot. On a plane we do get a bit salt concentrated because we lose more water in proportion to electrolytes. So pure water is good in this instance. (This is the opposite of dehydration due to diarrhoea and/or vomiting where we lose both water & salts and drinking pure water makes matters worse).
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 15:30
they bring around soft drinks or water, and the water ice cold is really great! well it was last time i went i took a dreadfull migraine with me, and it was so nice to drink lovely ice cold water!!!!!! headache had gone within an hour of take off!!!!!!!! (hope i dont get one this time, have got me some diazepam form the Dr)
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by E. Cosgrove
Bachs Rescue Remedy, you buy it from the chemist, no prescription necessary, I usually get mine from Boots, you will find it with the herbal and homeopathic remedies, It's in a dropper type dispenser and you put it directly on your tongue but they have recently brought out a spray version. It says on the packaging "provides comfort in times of stress" and it works for me. Great to calm my nerves before an interview or if I have to give a presentation.
Give it a try you've nothing to lose except the cost..about £6.00
[/quote]
Wehey! I like your comment .........guess what I do for a living... I design and deliver presentations:DMay be this could transform my life!!![clap]
Whats in it ?? Does it have St Johns Wort - can't take that I'm allergic to it!!!
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 15:33
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by E. Cosgrove
Bachs Rescue Remedy, you buy it from the chemist, no prescription necessary, I usually get mine from Boots, you will find it with the herbal and homeopathic remedies, It's in a dropper type dispenser and you put it directly on your tongue but they have recently brought out a spray version. It says on the packaging "provides comfort in times of stress" and it works for me. Great to calm my nerves before an interview or if I have to give a presentation.
Give it a try you've nothing to lose except the cost..about £6.00
[/quote]
The GP has given me Diazepam, dont know what to do now, dont like taking tabs, but would like this rescue remedy, dont suppose you could take both? incase the vallium doesnt work, would i be able to do RR?
Do we have to declare medicines such as diazepam?? or night nurse?
josephinekelly
26-11-2004, 16:09
I try to imagine being separated from my main luggage for the night and work backwards from that. I take ziploc clear plastic sealed bags in my flightbag separated for day and night use now and it really has saved rooting about looking for the item I want. I can add bags for edibles or entertainment stuff. I find that without doing that, no matter how organised I try to make my bag, searching it in a confined space is a real pain.
Fab idea Josephine- i think Ill follow your god example...[8D]
E. Cosgrove
26-11-2004, 16:31
"5X dilution of flower extracts of Rock rose,Impatiens,Star of Bethlehem,Clematis, Cherry Plum in a grape alcohol soloution. Free from artificial additives and suitable for vegans. Rescue remedy provides suport at times of emotonal demand, such as before a driving test,or interviews, exam or flight, or when you simply need a little help." does not sayanything about do not take if taking other medicines<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Joolz
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by E. Cosgrove
Bachs Rescue Remedy, you buy it from the chemist, no prescription necessary, I usually get mine from Boots, you will find it with the herbal and homeopathic remedies, It's in a dropper type dispenser and you put it directly on your tongue but they have recently brought out a spray version. It says on the packaging "provides comfort in times of stress" and it works for me. Great to calm my nerves before an interview or if I have to give a presentation.
Give it a try you've nothing to lose except the cost..about £6.00
[/quote]
Wehey! I like your comment .........guess what I do for a living... I design and deliver presentations:DMay be this could transform my life!!![clap]
Whats in it ?? Does it have St Johns Wort - can't take that I'm allergic to it!!!
[/quote]
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 17:04
do you know if its ok for kids, well shes just 16 so i suppose it would be ok, Terri's starting to feel panicky and thats so not like her!!! dont know whether to ignore her , so it could go away on its own, or make a fuss, thoughts please?
E. Cosgrove
26-11-2004, 17:14
I would have thought it would be fine but read the leaflet that comes with it , sorry I have thrown mine out so can't help there
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 17:15
thanks Liz, will get some i think, i think i should take her seriously, and as its herbal cant see it doing any harm!
Most important, my "cabinbag" is a small suitcase with handle and wheels, so never feels heavy.
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 17:48
i expect you dont carry it thats why its not heavy[msnwink]
Exactly Liesa:Danyway get posting I need more to read....[msnwink]
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 18:08
and risk being nagged at
i dont fink so! answers only!
You should see what my husband has for the plane, absolutely nothing, he can fall asleep as the plane taxis down the runway and if I did not wake him for meals he would sleep until the plane landed in Orlando....lucky thing... but I make up for it and take everything but the kitchen sink[msnsmile2]
kaysvacationvilla
26-11-2004, 21:28
Hard Boiled Sweets??? Is this the same has hard candy or hard boiled eggs?? Another one for the English to English dictionary.[xmas2]
LiesaAnna
26-11-2004, 21:36
just thought i'd add, we find chewing gum best for the take offs and landings, chewing seemed to work for my family!!!!! make the jaw keep moving!! (dont bother boys)[msnwink]
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by kaysvacationvilla
Hard Boiled Sweets??? Is this the same has hard candy or hard boiled eggs?? Another one for the English to English dictionary.[xmas2][/quote]Kay, it's candy. Don't worry, we'll soon have you speaking UK English! ;)
caroline
26-11-2004, 23:00
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by blott
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by kaysvacationvilla
Hard Boiled Sweets??? Is this the same has hard candy or hard boiled eggs?? Another one for the English to English dictionary.[xmas2][/quote]Kay, it's candy. Don't worry, we'll soon have you speaking UK English! ;)
[/quote]
Blottie - don't you mean proper English[msnwink]
E. Cosgrove
26-11-2004, 23:12
I have one of those too they are so infuriating!!<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Val
You should see what my husband has for the plane, absolutely nothing, he can fall asleep as the plane taxis down the runway and if I did not wake him for meals he would sleep until the plane landed in Orlando....lucky thing... but I make up for it and take everything but the kitchen sink[msnsmile2]
[/quote]
Cruella DeVilla
01-12-2004, 22:45
My hand luggage weighed more than my case when I came back this morning! I have everything you could possibly need in there from spare knicks to painkilers, to books to leg gel to moisturiser, to tissue to plasters, oh I could bore you all night.:D
Welcome back CDV. How did it go?:)
Cruella DeVilla
02-12-2004, 01:23
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by KJHewitt
Welcome back CDV. How did it go?:)
[/quote]
Great thanks, going to do a trip report tomorrow as too whacked to concentrate at the mo![zzz][zzz]
Everyone should have a limit of 1 carrier bag
This would make getting off the plane sooo much easier.
If you are at the back you have to watch whilst everyone gets their huge bags out of the overhead lockers.
Come on get a move on I want to walk and stretch my legs but no someone has had to put a bag 2 aisles backwards because their neighbours have used up all the space
Get a life folks - travel light.
chrizzy100
03-12-2004, 20:46
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by UKAllan
Everyone should have a limit of 1 carrier bag
This would make getting off the plane sooo much easier.
If you are at the back you have to watch whilst everyone gets their huge bags out of the overhead lockers.
Come on get a move on I want to walk and stretch my legs but no someone has had to put a bag 2 aisles backwards because their neighbours have used up all the space
Get a life folks - travel light.
[/quote]
We carry everything we need in our little carry on cases if we can..... so we don't have to wait to pick them up like all you lot do....freedom.......I call that really having a life........[msnwink][msnwink]