Ep 18; Hats on a Plane

07/18/18 • 32 min

Traveling already requires high level packing skills. But what about when you want (aka, NEED) to bring a hat. How do you keep your topper in top condition?

Time Stamped Show Notes:

0:21 – Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio) Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake

0:52 - Listener question from the Facebook group

Ty akas: "What's the best way to travel with extra ties?"

-Be aware of where the knot sits, fold carefully, and consider some of the special containers the ladies discuss (or a Tupperware containers)

-and don't forget to consider what your ties shape/color/dimensions says about you!

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9:15 – Main Topic -> Packing that Hat (and other weirdly shaped stuff)

Hat containers?
How to protect the shape of your headpiece
Wear your fancy as you go
Use your significant other as a hatrack
Being considerate of your fellow traveler
Consider the mateiral of the thing, is it something that can re-assume it's old shape easily?
Corset packing
Distribute your stuff across both checked and carry-on bags, just in case there are travel whammies
Wrap things (even inside your suitcase) in plastic to protect from potential bad weather (and spils)
Carry-on Pizza?
Request use of the flight closet (in the nicest way you can!)
Tips for when mobily impaired
Stuff your stuff with other stuff so it keeps it's shape

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27:58 – Gadgets! --> Hat packs

Gail -various hard-sided tupperwares!

Daris: store boxes

Piper - knitted caps

Ravelry: knitting

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31:52 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Traveling already requires high level packing skills. But what about when you want (aka, NEED) to bring a hat. How do you keep your topper in top condition?

Time Stamped Show Notes:

0:21 – Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio) Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake

0:52 - Listener question from the Facebook group

Ty akas: "What's the best way to travel with extra ties?"

-Be aware of where the knot sits, fold carefully, and consider some of the special containers the ladies discuss (or a Tupperware containers)

-and don't forget to consider what your ties shape/color/dimensions says about you!

– – –

9:15 – Main Topic -> Packing that Hat (and other weirdly shaped stuff)

Hat containers?
How to protect the shape of your headpiece
Wear your fancy as you go
Use your significant other as a hatrack
Being considerate of your fellow traveler
Consider the mateiral of the thing, is it something that can re-assume it's old shape easily?
Corset packing
Distribute your stuff across both checked and carry-on bags, just in case there are travel whammies
Wrap things (even inside your suitcase) in plastic to protect from potential bad weather (and spils)
Carry-on Pizza?
Request use of the flight closet (in the nicest way you can!)
Tips for when mobily impaired
Stuff your stuff with other stuff so it keeps it's shape

– – –

27:58 – Gadgets! --> Hat packs

Gail -various hard-sided tupperwares!

Daris: store boxes

Piper - knitted caps

Ravelry: knitting

– – –

31:52 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Previous Episode

Ep 17; Secondary Transportation: Getting around within your destination

So you've arrived at your destination, now what? How do you get around? What if you don't have cell service? Piper and Gail discuss what to do and who to trust.

Time Stamped Show Notes:

0:23 – Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio) Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake

0:52 - Gail Traveled to Tucson, Arizona -> Festival of Books

1:26 (and 3:29) - Weird Uber/Lyft experiences. How to tell if you're about to be scammed. Be wary of the overt chumminess.

2:15 - Extended Stay Suites: Elongated business traveler stay and sports teams. Gail was inundated with a baseball team

4:25 - How-to avoid social pressure from gig-economy workers

4:54 - Beacons of safety => public spaces like hotels, especially for the frequent traveler

7:21 - Upcoming episode topic: Emotional side of solo-traveling, especially as a female

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7:49 – Main Topic -> How to get around your destination

Pro's and Con's of:
- rental car from the airport (or train station)?
- car service?
- Uber, Lyft, or similar?
- Taxi?
Calculating in the length of your trip versus which type of transportation to use
What do you do if you have mobility needs and/or travel with assistance dogs/animals?
Be aware of the larger corporation that you're supporting by using their services -> from rental cars to ride-share
Cost-benefit analysis resources:
What do you tell your driver you do?
How do you avoid a chatty ride?
Keep tabs on your trip-progress; keep your GPS on!
Positive personal stories from the ladies (20:00 minute mark)
- Sneaking in a cannolli in New York City
- Getting local intel on the best foodie spots

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23:45 – Gadgets! --> Traveling with confidence

Gail - Smartphone apps to track your progress (pre-download maps with wifi on Gooogle-maps, or snap a screenshot) - https://support.google.com/maps/answer/6139433?hl=en

Piper - Rental Car app; link up your membership account for a smoother, more convenient, and faster transition - https://goo.gl/DAxrN8

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29:23 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Next Episode

Ep 19; Hotel Living

Sometimes traveling friends get to meet up - and that's exactly what this episode is! A rare side-by-side recording from the ladies as they discuss how to live in hotels and take care of your voice.

Time Stamped Show Notes:

0:22 – Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio) Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake

Main Topics -> Hotel Living

2:02 - Flow packing - as soon as you arrive unpack your things to "zones" - pack your suitcase a little bit each night after you're done

4:30 - How do you decide when to have house-keeping come in? Tip: If you're a rewards member you can earn extra points by putting out your "do not disturb sign"

5:45 - Tip every day! (housekeeping staff rotates rapidly)

8:12 - Stealing from maid-carts => "Maid in Manhattan"

9:22 - Dealing with being in a "non-native" climate/altitude

Hydrate!
Ibuprofen is ok
Be prepared for your food choices to deviate
Altitude sickness can sap energy and focus; don't let it ruin your trip!
Ramen is your friend
Start the trip with a slow but kind of lengthy walk to acclimate (this can be combined with scouting out the hotel and conference area before the madness begins)
Local cuisine and "special things"

16:25 - How do you save your voice through a highly social event?