December holidays are exciting.<\/p>\n
The week before them? Sometimes not so much.<\/p>\n
There are flights to confirm, hotels to book, clothes to pack and children asking whether they can bring things that definitely will not fit into the suitcase.<\/p>\n
Preparing early can make a big difference.<\/p>\n
Here are seven things Malaysian families should check before travelling during the year-end school holiday.\n<\/p>\n
1. Passport validity<\/b><\/p>\n
For overseas travel, check every family member\u2019s passport well before departure.<\/p>\n
2. Flight and hotel bookings<\/b><\/p>\n
Keep your booking confirmations somewhere easily accessible on your phone.<\/p>\n
3. Travel documents<\/b><\/p>\n
Prepare visas, insurance documents and any destination-specific requirements before travelling.<\/p>\n
4. Your luggage condition<\/b><\/p>\n
Check your luggage wheels, handle, zipper and lock.<\/p>\n
Finding a damaged wheel the night before a flight is something every traveller would rather avoid.<\/p>\n
5. Pack according to destination<\/b><\/p>\n
A beach holiday and a winter holiday require very different packing strategies. Make a simple list before putting anything into the suitcase.<\/p>\n
6. Leave some extra space<\/b><\/p>\n
If shopping is part of the itinerary, avoid filling your luggage completely before departure.<\/p>\n
Expandable luggage such as the Case Valker EVE2 can provide additional flexibility when you need more space on the journey home.<\/p>\n
7. Keep important items accessible<\/b><\/p>\n
Passports, chargers, travel documents and other frequently used items should be easy to reach.<\/p>\n
EVE2’s FrontFlip\u2122 quick-access front opening is designed around exactly this idea \u2014 allowing travellers to reach important belongings without repeatedly opening the entire main compartment.<\/p>\n
The year-end school holiday is an opportunity to create memories with the people who matter.<\/p>\n
A little preparation goes a long way.<\/p>\n
Plan early, pack smart and choose travel gear that makes the journey easier from departure to homecoming.<\/p>\n