Packing Efficiently at Your Apartment in Gainesville, Florida before Taking a Vacation

Packing correctly for a vacation is important for several reasons. Not only do you have to correctly gauge everything you will need for the duration of the trip, but you also have to take care not to overpack and burden yourself with unnecessary supplies. However, before you let the many pressures of packing and preparing for your vacation overwhelm you, there are a few steps you can take to help make the packing process much easier:

• If your vacation is going to be a longer trip (over a week) start packing a week in advance. If your vacation is only going to be a weekend getaway, you can probably start packing around three days before.
• Make sure all of your laundry is clean before you start packing. This will reduce time wasted on last-minute laundering of vacation necessities and will help to ensure that you have the wardrobe items you need on hand.
• Plan your outfits in advance and coordinate as you pack. That way, you will not only be able to get dressed faster in the mornings when you’re on your trip, but you will only bring exactly what you need.
• Pack light. While minimal packing may take some getting used to and is more difficult for longer vacations, packing light is well worth it in the long run. By only traveling with small bags (what for airlines would be considered carry-on luggage) you will save significant time not only at the airport, but throughout your voyage. Furthermore, the less you pack, easier it will be to keep track of all your belongings, and the easier it will be to unpack when you return home to your Bellamay Grand apartment.
• To help you accomplish the “pack light” rule, make a checklist of items that you absolutely need to bring, including clothes, toiletries, cameras, and other necessary supplies. That way, you’ll have a solid guideline for what you’re supposed to pack and will know how much space it will take up.

By following these guidelines, you’ll be able to pack quickly and effectively for nearly any vacation. Of course, once the vacation is over and you return home, you can still look forward to relaxing in the luxurious accommodations of your Bellamay Grand apartment in Gainesville, Florida.

If you’re not a yet a resident at Bellamay Grand and are interested in becoming one, or would like to learn more about our community, contact our leasing office or fill out a contact us form today.