It took a lot of trial and error but I have finally gotten packing for a trip down to a science. A few years ago, I realized that there were a few items that I always needed no matter where I traveled. I started leaving those items in my carry-on so when it was time to pack, my essentials were already accounted for. Some of the things on my list are no-brainers while others, I discovered overtime. Keeping these items in my bag have cut my packing time in half and has definitely saved me the frustration of forgetting something important.
Hike Runyon Canyon: CHECK!
Every time I visit LA I put “go to Runyon Canyon for a hike” on my to do list. That box remained unchecked for many years until a recent work trip to LA. I was very last minute … read: I booked an 8pm fight at 1pm and left work to go home and pack. After terrorizing my closet for 4 solid outfits, I ambitiously tossed a pair of sneakers and some work out gear in my carry on. Let’s just say I was uber grateful that I had just done laundry. Runyon Canyon Park is a 160-acre public park that’s known for great hiking, nature trials and the occasional celebrity sighting. Get some much needed sunshine, burn a few calories, clear my head while enjoying unparalleled view of LA with the possibility of running into a reality “star” or a famous Jennifer (Lopez, Garner, Aniston, Hudson – either will do)? Yes! I am here for it.
New Delhi India
By the time I’d arrived in New Delhi, I had already been in India for 5 days. I was sick (combination of Delhi Belly and taking the wrong meds to get better) but the trip was almost over so I wanted to take in as much as I could. I rallied to see the city. Delhi was fast paced like Mumbai but there was one portion of the trip that will remain in my memory forever