Annie's Must Have Travel Gadgets

My name is Annie and I'm a travel addict. 

I love packing for a trip. The whole process takes me a couple of weeks. I love setting out my clothes, picturing myself strolling on the Champs-Élysees in my carefully planned outfit. Since I always travel carry-on only, it is a fun challenge to determine "what makes the cut".

There are certain things that go with me on every trip, no matter where I'm going. They are my "must have" travel gadgets.

These are great gifts for anyone who travels. Hint, hint.

Why I Shop at Trader Joe's Before I Travel

You may be surprised to hear that I hit Trader's just before I travel overseas. I love to load up on goodies to take on my trip.

Come with me on my travel haul before my international trip!    

The Twelve Steps of Over Packers Anonymous

I admit it.  I used to have an addiction problem.

It caused a lot of stress in my life.  It was a heavy burden.

Sometimes it got so bad that I had to pay people to help me get from one place to the next.  I could barely get up the stairs by myself.  I even missed some airplane flights because of it. No matter where I went, I had to consider how I was going to deal with my personal baggage.

Then I found help.

Now, when I try to discuss the subject with someone who has this addiction, they get visibly upset. They protest. They cry that they can't change.  Some get angry and won't listen. Others beg me to help them.

Maybe you are one of these people.