Summer Family Vacations: This Travel Hack Will Change the Way You Pack! by Eirene Heidelberger

Packing Hacks
7 years ago

Our family of five travels as much as we can and we often take Grandpa with us, too. That's a lot of people! The last hour leading up to everyone departing our home could be stressful, but, it isn't. I have our schedule down to a science, so we're always calm and out the door on time. 

  1. I rise before the family to make sure I'm dressed and put together. 
  2. I have a checklist of last-minute items I carry around the house that I cross off as they're packed. 
  3. Lastly, I'm in charge of when a suitcase is ready to go. 

When one person takes the lead, it saves the family time, confusion and stress!

Jennison Grigsby
Great! The more travel tips, the better!
Eirene Heidelberger
Thank you Jennison Grigsby! Nothing like ramping up family life like travel.
Elisa Schmitz
Traveling with kids is tough, right Jennison Grigsby? Eirene Heidelberger is a real pro and her tips are right on!
Elisa Schmitz
This tip is featured in this week's 30Second Mom newsletter, Eirene Heidelberger! Thank you! xoxo
Eirene Heidelberger
Fantastic! I love it, thank you!

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