How do you pack your suitcase?

Packing your suitcase well may seem trivial, but it can be a frustrating exercise when you don't know how to go about it. However, there are some simple and reliable tips you can use to get it right. Here are a few practical tips from Beep Valet for successfully packing a suitcase for any trip.

Take stock of your travel requirements

The things you need for a business trip are probably not the same as for a honeymoon or a holiday. So you need to take with you the things that are essential for your stay and your destination. Luggage transport to and from the airport is also something you shouldn't neglect.

Plan baggage transfers to and from the airport

Organising your luggage is one thing, but ensuring the transfer to the point of departure is another. To make the task easier, you can call on the services of Beep Valet. This is a car park in Mérignac with free airport shuttle service which transports passengers and their luggage to the airport. In less than 5 minutes, our electric shuttle can transport up to four passengers and their luggage free of charge from the car park to the departure terminal at Bordeaux-Mérignac airport.

Our service also includes transport for passengers returning from their trip, from the airport to car park in Mérignac. They will find their personal vehicles there in complete safety, kept under permanent surveillance. All the services provided by Beep Valet are offered at the best value for money.

Draw up a checklist of essential items

For any trip, you need to pack everything you'll need for your stay. Make sure you do before you leave for the airport. To do this, we advise you to make a list of essentials to ensure your stay runs smoothly.

The checklist serves as an inventory of the items to be packed in your hold baggage and your cabin baggage. By following this list, you can avoid the unpleasant surprise of forgetting something important at your destination. This could be your medication, for example. In practice, you need to plan your clothing according to the following criteria: stay, length of journey and weather conditions.

We also recommend that you fold your clothes before putting them away. checked baggage. This will help you save storage space and avoid creasing your clothes too much. It's also a good idea to arrange items by category. For example, you could put tops and bottoms together, shoes and socks together... It's also practical to organise on-board equipment according to priority of use.

A few other steps to help you pack well

A well-prepared suitcase also means that you have packed a toiletry kit containing useful everyday items. You should also follow a few practical rules concerning hold baggage and cabin baggage.

Pack a toiletry kit in your luggage

Among the essential items you should pack in your hold baggage, the toiletry bag is of prime importance. It should contain the essentials for your personal hygiene and well-being. In practice, you can include accessories such as :

• sponge or flannel,
• shower gel and hair shampoo,
• toothbrush and toothpaste,
• shower towel,
• sun cream if you're travelling in summer...

For a woman, it's probably obvious to travel with sanitary towels or tampons as a preventive measure. You can also take a mini toilet bag in your cabin baggage. You'll need to pack accessories that you might need in mid-flight. These may include make-up products, moisturisers, mouthwash, etc.

Pay attention to baggage restrictions

From one airline to another, there are specific requirements to be met regarding the baggage you take on board in the hold and in the cabin. These are limits on weight, dimensions and quantity of baggage per passenger. You should find out in advance about any restrictions specific to your travel company. Similarly, certain items are prohibited in suitcases. These include certain liquids, sharp objects, weapons, etc.

Flammable products are also strictly prohibited in cabin baggage as well as hold baggage. You can, however, obtain special authorisation to take unauthorised items in your baggage. However, you will need to justify the importance of these items and the need to carry them with you during your journey.

To pack your suitcase properly, you need to start 3 to 4 days before departure for the airport. With the help of a checklist and by complying with baggage restrictions, you'll be able to pack like a pro. Contact our Beep Valet car park in Mérignac with a free airport shuttle service for your transport and the transfer of your luggage to the departure terminal.