THE CANADIAN JEWISH REVIEW
FEBSUART IS, 1963
MEMORABLE WEEKS IN
ISRAEL
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So you're off on a trip . . . and you're going by air! Even the sound of it is exciting. Naturally, you want to enjoy every moment of your venture � from the joyful anticipation of packing your travel wardrobe to the fun of telling your friends, later, about your adven. tures.
To make sure that they're the happiest possible adventures, here's wise, practical travel ad-vice from TCA. Heed it and you'll soon find yourself travelling, with all the savoir-faire of a diplomat's daughter � relaxed and revelling in the colour and excitement of life in faraway places.
If you're travelling alone . . . don't be shy! It's considered perfectly correct to talk to fellow plane passengers. Remember, other people are as eager as you are to find someone friendly to chat with. If you're a first-time traveller, by all means join a tour group to view nightclub life, for sightseeing jaunts, and to meet companionable travelmates. Best of all, relax and enjoy the spirit of camaraderie that springs up among travellers leaving everyday problems behind.
44 LBS. OF BAGGAGE� WHAT SHOULD YOU TAKE ALONG?
44 lbs. � that's the baggage weight you're allowed free of charge, on Economy Fare tickets. If you're travelling First Class, you're permitted 66 lbs. of luggage. In either case, you're sure to find yourself faced with difficult decisions on what to take and what to leave at home. That's the time to heed the advice of experienced travellers and travel light! It saves time, money and energy.
Start with a lightweight suitcase, if possible
However, be sure that it's strongly built, with reliable locks. A 26-inch or 28-inch pullman suitcase is best for women . . . fittings aren't necessary, but a sturdy, firmly attached identification tag t� advisable! By all means have a high quality TCA Flight Bag for your personal articles. They're available through any Travel Agent or TCA ticket office at $1.75 for a regular Flight Bag, $3.75 for a Ladies' Flight Bag, if you're travelling Economy � free if you're travelling First Class.
CHOOSE A BASIC WARDROBE COLOR . . .
And Stick to it. That way, one set of accessories (shoes, hat, costume jewellery, etc.) can serve with more than one outfit Some clothes just naturally travel better than others. lingerie and blouses that drip dry, shirtwaists with easy skirts that won't "sit out," crease-resisting knit and jersey fabrics, tweeds and small prints that won't show spots or smudges too quickly.' and do try to include one jacket dress that can be worn for casual occasions with its jacket ... do dress-up duty without.
THE WBATHSR. EVERYBODY TALKS ABOUT IT . . .
And wherever you travel you'll find It just as unpredictable as it is at home I tha natives will tell you it's a most unusual warm spell ... or an almost unheard-of cold snap. But with a little forethought, yon can take any vagaries of weather in your stride. Take along what seems to suit the climate ordinarily � phu a stole to protect
you if it turns chilly . . . and a cool, silk dress that's sure to be right in any weather.
WHAT TO CARRY AS HAND LUGGAGE
Small personal articles that you carry with you � umbrella, purse, books, camera, binoculars or a coat carried over your arm � are considered to be hand luggage and will not be weighed. However, briefcases, parcels and overnight bags are weighed and count in your luggage allowance.
Good investment is a roomy handbag with a wide, firm bottom so you can find things in it easily � perhaps a shoulder strap bag that leaves your hands free on sightseeing trips. In it you can carry currency and travel papers, cosmetics, folded rain hat and collapsible string bag for shopping, and the dozens of other small items you'll want to have close at hand at all times.
One word of caution, though. Don't load yourself down with numerous, awkward and heavy pieces of hand luggage. Remem-. ber . . . you have to carry it
^foHAT TO WEAR WHILE YOU'RE GETTING THERE
Plan your "en route" costume as carefully as you plan the rest of your travel wardrobe. You're aiming for a happy combination of chic and comfort that will bring you to your destination looking your best. A good idea, then, is to choose a fabric that resists wrinkles and spots, a skirt style that won't "sit out" or prove uncomfortably narrow and short on a long journey.
Of course, your first consideration has to be climate. But comfortable, travel-worthy suits come in all weights and fabrics, from dacron to wool tweed.
Choose a go-anywhere style with your basic wardrobe color- in mind and chances are you'll find it the most useful outfit in your travel wardrobe.
In selecting the girdle you'll wear while travelling, let your own good judgment be your guide. Remember, a brand new, or too-tight undergarment can become uncomfortable before you reach your destination. And do wear shoes you can slip off easily if you want to sleep more comfortably. (It's considered socially acceptable during plane travel, by no less an author, ity on etiquette than Amy Vander-bilt)
YOUR TRAVEL AGENT MAKES IT ALL SO EASY
All his years of experience and knowledge of the world of travel are yours for the asking. Where-ever you go . . . however you get there ... let your Travel Agent smooth your path. He's an expert in arranging the complicated details of travel . . . figuring out routes and itineraries, making reservations and keeping you within your travel budget Yet most of his services cost you nothing.
Travel agents sell on a commission basis, paid by the companies they are authorised to represent and because they represent a wide variety of transportation, hotel and tour organisations in all price bracket*, they can give yoa unprejudiced advice on how best to set what you want to sot � and ket* travel costs down. remem-ber . . . your travel agent often knows of spiritl torn tad sight.
seeing opportunities you might not otherwise hear of. Before you plan your trip, consult him for expert aid.
Here are the kind of things your Travel Agent will look after: timetables � travellers' qheques � air tickets � hotel reservations � tours � passports � advice on what-to-see � what-to-wear � where-to-go.
THE VITAL DOCUMENTS
Here's where your Travel Agent can be of special help. He'll be glad to tell you exactly what papers you need � and the quickest, easiest way to obtain them.
Passport'.
All Canadian passports are issued in Ottawa. To apply for one, pick up the special forms for passport application from your Travel Agent or at any post office.
Visas:
To visit any country in Western Europe, or any TCA southern destination, you do not require a visa. For other destinations, inquire from your Travel Agent
Smallpox Vaccrnatii
In order to re-enter Canada (and to enter some foreign lands) you must have a certificate of vaccination of recent date. Your own doctor can do the vaccination and will give you a signed certificate to carry with you.
No additional inoculation is necessary for travel in Europe or TCA Caribbean destinations but, again, if your travel plans include other countries, ask your doctor to advise you on inoculations you may require.
Driver's License:
Take your Provincial Driver's License with you. By recent agreement, many couritries permit you to drive with it An International Driving Permit is also useful, though not essential. If you are a member of an automobile club, inquire about such a permit � many auto clubs are authorized to issue them at a reasonable price.
TRY THE SCIENTIFIC APPROACH TO BAG-PACKING
Two basic rules to keep in mind: (1) place heavy and/or odd-shaped articles on the bottom of the suitcase, and (2) pack in neat layers that can be lifted out of suitcase as a unit, when you need something underneath.
Bottom Layer: Place shoes (in plastic bags, toe to heel) at one end. Place waterproof cosmetic bag at other end, leaving middle empty. At same end as cosmetic bag, place extra nylon underwear and stockings. Fill remaining space on bottom of suitcase with all other odd items and things not used regularly (jewellery case, extra handbag, packable hat, etc) so that bottom of bag is covered evenly to level of shoes and cosmetic bag.
Middle Layer: a shelf made up of dresses and suits, with aa few folds as possible. Skirts � fold so that they fill suHcast on all aides, with fold at hip to they lie hem-hip In suitcase. Pull skirts should be gathered into, suitcase.
Dresses � fasten most buttons, leave belts on drasset, loosely fastened. Lift dress by shoulders and draw across length of suHease until htm falls inside ruiteaae. now fold drtts hack on itself with
sleeves turned neatly underneath. Smooth lapels and shoulder pads. If skirt is straight or gored, fold it to fit complete suitcase area; if skirt is gathered, let it fall into natural folds.
Jackets � fasten most buttons. Lift by shoulders and lay face down across width of suitcase. Tuck collar down into suitcase gently. Pick up sleeves by back seams, letting them fold themselves and lay them across the back of the jacket. Then flip the bottom of the jacket over into the suitcase, folding at waist
Top Layer: things you need most often: Gown, robe, slippers, cardigan, umbrella or raincoat and hat.
Now, does it look smooth and orderly? You can keep it looking that way easily and still have access to everything in your bag if you make it a practice to handle it this way: to remove or replace items on the ends of the bottom layer, pick up any bottom corner of the middle layer. To remove or replace items in the middle of the bottom layer, lift out the whole middle layer as a unit With a little care, you can lift the middle layer^t. four or J^ye times without repacking.
WHAT NOT TO TAKE ALONG
Travelling can be a joy ... or a chore . . . depending on how complicated you make it Don't make the mistake of many a first-time traveller abroad and take along too many clothes that you don't really need. It's all too easy to find yourself spending your precious holiday time dressing, changing costume, packing and unpacking, instead of out enjoying the sights!
Formal evening clothes: A very limited number, and then only if you're sure you'll have occasion to wear them.
Cosmetics: Small quantities in lightweight, unbreakable plastic containers. You'll find your favorite brands or others just as good wherever you go.
Cigarettes: Not too many or you may find yourself paying duty on them. Canadian and American brands are obtainable but expensive in many European countries and in some of the islands, so hang on to what you take along.
TIPPING . . . WHO, WHEN AND HOW MUCH?
At home you may be a lavish tipper � or a rugged individualist who refuses to tip at all. In either case, you dispense or withold largesse at your own discretion. Not so in Europe, though, and it's well to understand clearly just what is expected of you in the way of tipping, from the moment you arrive at the airport
Porters: A good general rule to follow is 254 per bag carried, both here in Canada and wherever you traveL
Airplane personnel: No tipping please, at any time (� if s a hard and fast rule that airline service is yours free.
Sightseeing tour guides: 264 for half a day; 50* for a full day.
Hotels and restaurants: Most add 10% to 16% (on total bills) for "service'* which is simply a polite name for tipping. Check your bill to set if a service charge is indicated. generally, If it U, you era not txpeeted to tip. otherwise, tipping is usually at the rate of howtvtr, customs differ from ont country to another, at youll set from tht following.