Snow clothes are the first and indispensable items that cannot be missing in your winter suitcase. We must agree that packing a suit case is not the easiest thing in the world. Knowing everything we'll need, the places we'll go, the amount of clothes that will be needed - all this can be the reason for headaches when it's time to travel.
In view of this, Happy Tours has separated infallible tips on what you cannot miss in your travel bag. Starting with a step-by-step preparation to make things easier. Let's go!
1. Do research
Once you've decided you want to travel and know where you're going, it's time to do some research. But what kind of research? Well, basically everything. Besides researching rent and tickets, research the climate of the region and try to answer questions like:
- What is the lowest temperature the region normally reaches?
- What does the weather forecast say about the snow? Will it be milder or torrential?
- Is rain forecast? A lot or a little?
- Will you have to drive in the snow? Do you know how to do it?
The preparation of your suitcases will correspond to the questions asked at this point, so don' t skip this step! The last point is even one of the most important, since it concerns your safety and that of the people travelling with you. If the forecast is snow, you'd better be prepared to face this condition at the wheel.
To help you with this, we have the post: How to drive in the snow? Tips to avoid risks on your trip.
2. Plan everything
With organisation and planning, everything becomes easier. The possibility of having headaches with unforeseen events will be much lower. The planning time is the time to think about the possible m ishaps you might encounter along the way. The more time is used to organise the details of the trip, the less chance there is of something going wrong.
More than avoiding headaches, organising and planning your trip ensures practicality and safety. The first step to good organisation is to make a list of everything you'll need and start separating what you already have and what you still need to buy. Use all the information you gathered during the research and put it into practice.
Once you've finalised your travel planning, it's time to make a checklist.
3. Checklist
The checklist is very important and, unfortunately, it is a step that many people leave behind. Which is a mistake. If you make a checklist of everything you need before you travel, you'll hardly experience that famous "Puts, I forgot my toothbrush!". After all, this is not a common phrase among organised people.
Forgetting your toothbrush is not an alarming case, but it can happen with your passport or other document. Oh, and don't do the checklist half an hour before you travel. Do it at least two days in advance. Make sure you have enough time to buy what you are missing. Believe me, this is the best thing for you!
In order not to miss anything, you will also need to make a checklist of your suitcase. So, grab a pen and paper and let's get to the next topic.
Snow clothing and accessories
If you live in a warm place and have never seen snow, this post is even more important for you. The cold of our country doesn't compare to the cold of a country that usually snows. With that, there are some items that you may have to buy to withstand the cold you'll face.
The clothes we wear in the cold in Brazil are different from the ones you will need abroad. These can be separated into three categories: thermal clothing, accessories and suitable shoes.
Thermal clothing
It is common to wear thermal clothing underneath heavier clothes in places where it snows. This does not mean that you will be able to wear less clothing, it just means that the thermal garments will protect you more than any other clothing that, here, we consider warm.
In sub-zero temperatures, thermal sweaters and trousers are indispensable items. So be sure to pack them in your suitcase.
Accessories
Accessories are also essential items that should be on your suitcase checklist. Caps, thermal socks, gloves, ear protectors, windbreaker-style jackets, head and neck hoods, caps and scarves. Don't miss anything.
One tip is to use fleece material for gloves and, if possible, opt for gloves with a touchscreen so that you can use your mobile phone without any problems.
Appropriate shoes
Just like the clothes, the shoes to use in the snow are any one. Always opt for boots suitable for snow and that will not let you down. There is a multitude of models that you can choose from, research well and choose the one that best meets the needs of the place where you are going.
To make the most of your trip, it's important to plan and be prepared to avoid the unexpected as much as possible. When we talk about cold places, where it usually snows, this is even more important. So, be aware of everything you'll need.
Remember that the winter clothes we are used to are different from real snow clothes. Always be prepared and everything will work out fine. See you next time!
