11/23/2024
πβSuzy's BLACK FRIDAY Tips & Recs π
--If you booked a cruise with a major cruise line, now is the time to check to see if they have their excursions and/or drink packages are on sale. Often times, they offer "Black Friday" sales, but they are available to take advantage of early.
--On Thanksgiving morning, check out the prices of flights for your next trip(s). You may see some good deals. I use google(dot)com/flights to look up best pricing and itineraries.
--If you book flights, book direct with the airlines! This way, if you have any issues with your flights or scheduling (before or during your trip), you can get immediate assistance. If you book through a 3rd party, you need to go through that company for any assistance and that can be a real pain if you miss a flight or have a delay while traveling.
--If you have already booked flights, check pricing again on Thanksgiving morning. With most major US carriers, if your flight price has gone down, you can rebook (via 'change') those same flights and the difference will be placed in your mileage account as credit.
π FAVORITE TRAVEL BUYSπ§³
--Airplane tray table cover w/pockets:
I like to get settled on my longer lights, so I use this to keep my phone/cords/earphone/magazine/flight bag (see below)/etc. all organized and OUT OF THE YUCKY seatback pockets (blech!).
https://www.amazon.com/Airplane-Tray-Cover-Travel-Essentials/dp/B07WCXP7CH
--Biaggi Runway Carry On;
I love this carry on! It is the perfect size for European airplanes (that rquire smaller luggage than US carriers) and it holds A LOT (with the right packing skills, of course). ;)
https://biaggi.com/products/runway-hardside-hybrid-carry-on
--Biaggi Carry Cube Backpack:
I gave up my beautiful TUMI for this incredible backpack! It keeps me totally organized and holds a TON. On my last trip, it held my make-up bag (see next item on list), my travel blanket/poncho, snacks, computer, magazines, socks, two pairs of sandals, my travel stuffie (yes, I travel with a little stuffie), cords, adapters, earbuds, headset, flight bag (holds chapstick, face wipes, sanitizer, eye cover, eye refreshers, toothbrush, mini toothpast, perfume and tissue), and still a little space to spare!
https://biaggi.com/products/carry-cubes-backpack
--Bagsmart Makeup Organizer:
I have been using mine for three years and it is still in great shape! There are four compartments. My use: 1) First Aid, 2) Toiletries (toothbrush/paste, face creams, tweezers, qtips, etc.) 3) Makeup (it holds A LOT, 4) hair accessories and misc (safety pins, bobby pins, clips)
https://www.amazon.com/Water-resistant-Organizer-Accessories-Container-Toiletries/dp/B07SL2X217?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1
--Nishel Jewelry Organizer:
Self explanatory - it holds a TON!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PNBY3W7?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
--Grace & Stella Undereye Mask
I always put these on during the last hour of my long flights. They help my eyes feel cool and refreshed; especially after a long flight to Europe!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014G1G10Q?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
Biaggi Luggage Airplane Pockets
