A Traveler's Best Friend

If you travel often, you probably have the typical travel accessories covered. A neck pillow, some earplugs, or a money belt might make that list. But more than likely, there’s an overlooked and indispensable household item that probably hasn’t made it into your carry-on bag, duct tape. Like a TSA-friendly Swiss army knife, duct tape has evolved into a variety of sizes and colors. Miniature 2" x 50" rolls known as ("RediTape") are small enough to fit in your pocket. Why bring duct tape on your next trip? Here are a few reasons:

Mark your luggage making it easy to recognize at baggage claim
Make an emergency repair to bags by taping over the tear from inside
Temporarily mend clothing or fix a shoe by covering a hole from the inside
Remove lint from clothes
Protect any glass bottles you bring home as souvenirs by securing a folded strip of tape around the thickest part of the bottle
Seal opened food and beverage in checked baggage to prevent spills
Deter theft by taping over the luggage locks or zipper pulls of your back
Make a label for just about anything with duct tape and a black marker
Baby proof your hotel room by covering outlets and securing drawers shut

Travel safe and ready with duct tape on your packing list.