The Hidden Travel Hack That Saves You Time & Money

The Eagles won the Super Bowl!

But here’s the thing.

It wasn't just a win — it was a butt whooping!

It's wonderful to see the entire city filled with joy.

While some people are naturally organized and others tend to be messy, being neat while traveling is crucial.

The main reason? To prevent losing your belongings.

When you're disorganized, it's easy to misplace items like wallets or credit cards. Sometimes, you might not even realize something is missing until you return home.

The time spent searching for lost items takes away from experiencing your trip.

No one wants to waste precious vacation time looking for a phone charger or cable—trust me, I've been there, and it can ruin your entire day.

Plus, being disorganized makes you more vulnerable to theft. When you know exactly where everything belongs, you'll notice immediately if something is out of place.

Here's another important reason to stay organized: emergencies.

I keep my belongings neat enough that I can quickly pack up and leave if needed. If your stuff is scattered everywhere, you'll likely forget something when rushing to pack.

Let's be real: We've all experienced those mornings when we oversleep and need to leave immediately to catch a flight.

However, there's such a thing as being too organized. I've seen travelers completely empty their suitcases into hotel drawers and cabinets. While this is organized, it actually increases the risk of leaving items behind in a cabinet or drawer.

Everyone's travel style is different, but generally, staying organized while traveling makes the experience less stressful—even if you're typically messy at home.

Pro tip: Pack light to make staying organized easier. The fewer items you bring, the simpler it is to keep track of everything. Just remember to find the right balance—stay organized, but don't go overboard.

Keep traveling, 

Andrew

Do you tend to be organized or disorganized while traveling?

Cocktail of the Week

The Penicillin cocktail was invented in New York City, USA, by bartender Sam Ross in 2005 while working at the famous Milk & Honey bar. The drink is named after the antibiotic Penicillin because of its warming, soothing combination of honey, ginger, and lemon, making it feel like a remedy for colds.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Blended Scotch whisky

• ¾ oz Fresh lemon juice

• ¾ oz Honey-ginger syrup (made with equal parts honey, water, and fresh ginger)

• ¼ oz Islay single malt Scotch whisky (for float)

• Candied ginger (for garnish)
 

Instructions:

• Combine the blended Scotch, lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

• Shake well until the mixture is well-chilled.

• Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.

• Gently float the Islay Scotch on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.

• Garnish with a piece of candied ginger.

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Cheap flights:

• Going.com : This might be the only discounted flights website you need. It’s a paid service that sends you notifications when deals become available, but they expire in a couple of days so Act Fast!! 
• Secret Flying 🤫: This website emails you about free flight opportunities and even better… it doesn’t cost a thing!!
• Skyscanner : An older, but still reliable website that’s also *FREE* so there’s no reason not to use it. Use the "Explore the World" feature and set your departure date to "Whole Month" to find the cheapest deals.

Insurance:

• Safety Wing : I use Safety Wing as my travel insurance because the plans are flexible. You can easily insure a 1-week trip for like $11 dollars which is less than the cost of a cocktail at the bar.

Travel Gear

• Compression socks: Sitting for extended periods of time is not good for the body, so keep yourself healthy enough to go on more trips. Link
• Apple AirTags: Consider getting Apple AirTags for the peace of mind of always knowing where your luggage is. Link
• Smart Phone holder: It's a foldable sheet that can be used as a stand for your iPhone or iPad.Link
• Packing cubes: Having a separate container works wonders for keeping clothes wrinkle-free. It also makes packing/unpacking much easier.Link
• Donut Power Strip: Power outlets are always in demand, but sometimes they're in weird spots. I use this bagel because it's lightweight, and I don't have to think about it. Link
• Travel Case Organizer: Cable organizers can be a pain, but this is what I use to keep my cables organized. Link
• Backup batteries: I like these backup batteries because they have three important components for me: 1. They have enough power to recharge my phone multiple times at once, 2. Are small enough to put in my pocket, and 3. Are sturdy enough to survive a fall. Link
• Yoga Mat: I use this thin mat to get my stretching in even when I'm traveling. Link
• Jump Rope: It's so easy to bring a jump rope with you for exercise because it weighs almost nothing and takes up no space. Link
• Liquid IV: Great for hydration to keep you from dying. When you're traveling, it's time to live it up!  Link
  
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