The tickets are bought; the reservations made and is time to start packing. However, what should you pack on a trip by bus in Brazil? Between choosing that nice shirt, boot or jacket to put in the bag, there is an item we always left in second plan, the hand luggage. Always beside us, the hand luggage must contain the most precious and essential items for your trip. To help you while packing, Brasil by Bus created a list with ideal items you must have close to you.
• Documents
Nothing is more important than they are, since it is impossible to travel without identification. The presentation of documents is indispensable both to exchange the voucher for the bus fare and to embark on the bus. A nice tip that can help you avoiding problem is to have a certified copy of your passport, this way, if you lost the original document; there is a guaranteed way to be identified. Take the original documents on the hand luggage and the certified copies in the suitcase that goes to the luggage rack.
• Medicines
Have your medicines around is always important. Insure yourself with drugs that can ease any discomfort such as nausea, heartburn, cramps and headaches. Stay aware of the expiration date and do not try new medicines while travelling, after all, we never know how the body is going to react to new substances. If you make use of any controlled medication, have with you the prescriptions issued by the doctors.
• Snacks
Do not forget to bring your snack, they will deceive your hunger if it appears while you are on the road. Appetizers such as water and salt crackers and peanuts are practical and able to feed you until the next bus stop. Water, candies and fruits that do not spoil fast, are also a good option.
• Cellphones and battery charger
It is nice to have your mobile close to you, with so many functions; the cellphone can be used to take pictures, send messages or just to be distracted by some games during the travel. Some of the buses are equipped with plugs where you can recharge your phone.
• Headphones
A good playlist can become your best company on the road. It helps you giving the impression that time is passing faster and, if you have the misfortune of traveling with a noisy neighbor armchair, they are your lifeline to a real acoustic insulation.
• Books and magazines
The best way to deceive boredom is to have a book or magazine as company. For those who have difficult to start sleeping during the trip, reading can be a good option to relax and pave the way for a good rest.
• Coat
Rainy or sunny, summer or winter, it does not matter, is always good to follow your mom’s advice and have a coat with you. Most buses have air conditioning, which can turn the bus into a very cold place.
• Camera
Do not miss the opportunity to register every moment of your trip. Sometimes, the path to the destination can be as interesting as the destinations itself. Charge the batteries of your camera and prepare the flashes!
• Necessaire
After hours of travelling, some naps and stops for feeding, a kit with toothbrush, toothpaste and paper tissues can be your savior. You can also have in your kit some mini body creams, deodorant and, nail file and, if you are a woman, sanitary napkin.
• Sunglasses
In addition to the eye protection, the sunglasses are the indispensable accessory for those who like to take a nap during the trip. Put it yours while you sleep and disguise the nap, or use it when you wake up and disguise the swelling of awakening.
• Inflatable pillow
Folding and anatomical, they do not take up much space and are ideal to avoid torticollis.
