Annita’s Carry On Bag
Right now my favorite “personal item” carry on bag is an oversized canvas bag, easy to fold and pack, and large enough to over stuff with a ton of items. With an outsize pocket, sturdy handles and a lot of style, this bag will be my favorite for many trips! Plus, it’s a Pan Am Brands bag, so what’s not to like?
I like to pack:
- A light sweater or scarf for a chilly flight
- Entertainment for the flight – book, iPad, music
- Camera with extra battery
- A bloggie (by Sony.. great for capturing quick videos. It’s a bit old school, but quick to pull out and use.)
- Ear plugs and eye shades
- Sunglasses
- Charger for my electronic items
- Converter – for international trips
- Medicines in their original containers
Bring along playing cards and electronic games for entertainment during the flight. They help make the time go faster and a great way to share fun with your travel mate. 
Sunglasses, reading and prescription glasses are a must on any trip. Don’t forget to pack them. 
Like to journal your trip for later blogging or for just sharing your experiences with family and friends…. Look for a lightweight journal with a pen or pencil. Write away! You’ll want to note memories and feelings that your camera just can’t capture. 
Remember the converters and adapters when traveling to an international destination. Many hotels have converters but may charge a fee for using them. This small compact kit easily fits in my carry on. (By Flight 001) 
While planning which suit to pack, also gather your chargers. Don’t forget your camera battery charger too! 
On long flights, I pack my clear plastic bag with moisturizer and lotion where I can easily reach it during those dry flights. This really helps keep skin from becoming so dry. 
I keep all of my travel documents in my purse. My passport is easily available and so are any tickets, confirmations and itinerary. I have a copy of all travel documents (including passport too) that I keep in my carry-on bag. If you prefer to have travel documents in your carry-on bag that works fine too – it’s really more personal preference. Either way, do not pack them in checked bags. You want them safe by your side. 
If you travel with camera gear, you already know this. Your camera bag should be your carry-on. Purchase a bag large enough for camera gear, and other personal items. Camera equipment should be kept close by. And, you may find inspiration for a lovely photo while traveling.
