{"id":17853,"date":"2015-12-24T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-12-24T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=17853"},"modified":"2021-10-28T16:45:01","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T16:45:01","slug":"tips-to-get-from-plane-to-pool-pronto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/tips-to-get-from-plane-to-pool-pronto\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to get from plane to pool, pronto"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wouldn\u2019t it be nice if we all could travel in roomy jets, sip Champagne in the clouds, and strut from the plane to the pool at touchdown?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While this romantic notion of travel hearkens back to the Golden Age of flight, there\u2019s one Jet Age trick we can hang onto today: Plane-to-pool packing, a speedy and stylish way to dash from the airport to your resort faster than you can say, \u201cMojito, please.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

After years of editing and re-editing my travel routine down to an art (and zipping to the pool at the pace of Speedy Gonzales), I’ve settled on the following packing techniques for an easy-breezy plane-to-pool transition.\u00a0<\/span>Because, let’s be honest, if you\u2019re traveling somewhere tropical, you\u2019ve got one thing on your mind: Sitting at the water\u2019s edge. Stat.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Start with a plane- and pool-friendly travel tote<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The key to your jet-set success is selecting a tote (read: \u201cpersonal item\u201d in plane-speak) that\u2019s chic and sturdy enough for the plane and casual enough for the pool. I have a few bags that I take based on where I\u2019m going. If I’m headed to an upscale resort I pack my large leather purse, which I embellish with tassels for a tropical feel. If my destination is a sand-in-your-toes stay, I bring a hand-woven bucket purse with leather straps. In both cases, I save time and packing space by combining travel and pool tote into one, meaning there\u2019s no need to pack an extra bag for the beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Plan ahead: Don part of your pool-wear\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The next step in arriving poolside arriba<\/em>\u00a0is wearing your pool cover-up on the airplane. For example, select a large scarf, an upscale poncho, an oversized button-down shirt, or a kimono that can go from home to hotel and plane to pool. This way, you don\u2019t need to open your suitcase and select a pool outfit\u2014you\u2019re already wearing it! Guys: This one is easy for you, a white t-shirt looks chic in the sky and at the swimming pool.<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Pack your essentials<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The reason you need a personal item the size of a laptop bag (ladies: Think oversized purse) is to hold a few tropical essentials to get you set-up for your pool session. Basics I always pack in my purse include a high-SPF face and body sunscreen to get me started in the sun (three ounces or fewer, of course),\u00a0a hat, a book, flat sandals (if I haven\u2019t worn them on the plane), and my bathing suit. This way, all my essentials are ready and I can change into my bathing suit anywhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Viewfinder Tip: Make sure you select a travel tote big enough to hold your travel documents and pool necessities yet small enough to fit the sizing requirements for your airline\u2019s \u201cpersonal item.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Pack light<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you know your plane-to-pool tote is paramount to arriving quickly and in style, think about the rest of your packing. I recommend a small carry-on. This pairs well with a tropical trip since you don\u2019t need many clothes anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Minimize check-in and travel time\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Waiting at the carousel for checked luggage, waiting in line for a taxi with everyone else from your flight, and waiting (again!) to check-in at your hotel can take at least two hours of relaxation time away from your getaway. Avoid the waiting at all costs! Remember: You\u2019re there for the palm trees and the pool. I’ve already told you to carry-on only. Prearrange a ride so you don’t have to wait for one. And instead of bee-lining for the front desk upon arrival, drop your bags at the bell desk and check-in at sundown once you’re glowing with sun-kissed serenity. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are your top techniques for plane-to-pool packing?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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