Bringing the Comforts of Home on Vacation

From time to time, Pioneer Linens Yacht & Estates Division welcomes guest posts from our friends in the luxury lifestyle industry. In this post, Sunit Sanghrajka of Luxury Trips talks about how a little piece of home can make a world of difference on your next journey.

We’ve all been there. Your next flight is delayed, you’re exhausted from the last 12-hour flight, and you just want to get home and dive into your own bed. With airlines cutting back on costs, it seems as if aisles keep getting narrower, blankets itchier, and airline pillows flimsier. While there’s no magic antidote to the weariness of prolonged travel, having a hint of home in your carry-on can make the discomfort of long journeys and delays a little easier to bear.

When you need to rest your weary head, forget the flimsy airline pillows and opt for packing your own favorite down travel pillow. Tote a cozy cashmere throw in your carry-on to snuggle up with on a long flight abroad. Once you’re in your hotel room, relax in your own well-worn pair of slippers and rest your head on the type of pillow case you prefer. Personal touches such as these give your accommodations that comfortable homey feeling you crave while you’re away.

Recently, Luxury Trips sent two families to a luxurious camp in Botswana. Although the African lodge was known to have five-star amenities and interiors fit for royalty, the group brought their own bed linens and slippers. “After an exciting day of safari, seeing giraffes and herds of elephants, you’re thrilled but you’re tired,” one traveler remarked. “Comforts of home are a priceless gift after a day like that.”

If you like to travel light, shipping items in advance is a convenient option and allows you more freedom to choose what to bring. Shipping your favorite items will not only comfort you, but also help you relax and enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Consider it a “care package” from home, delivered precisely when you need it most.

Whether you ship your special travel accessories or tote them in your luggage, you’re sure to be happy to have them when you arrive. Even just one small touch of home can make a world of difference to your journey.