When towing a travel trailer, using load-leveling bars is critical for safe travel. Load-leveling bars, usually referred to as weight-distribution bars, balance the weight of the travel trailer and spread the weight more evenly upon the hitch system of your towing truck. You can find many different types and models of weight distribution bars, and each installation may be slightly different depending on the model and manufacturer of your bars.
Keep Luggage Cockroach-Free
No traveler wants a cockroach infestation as a souvenir. It happens, however, because cockroaches live almost everywhere. According to the University of Rhode Island's GreenShare program, America houses about 50 different types of cockroaches, which is nothing compared to the almost 3000 species in the world. In order to prevent cockroaches from infesting your luggage, you must cut off their food supply and use diligent methods to prevent a serious cockroach infestation.
Get an Independent Contractor Travel Agent ID Card
The lure of discounted travel and the opportunity to work from home have led many to consider entering the travel industry as an independent contractor and obtaining a travel agent ID card. Some companies who were more in the business of selling "travel agent kits" than selling cruises and tours promised heavily discounted travel to anyone who purchased their package and flashed the provided ID card proclaiming "I'm a travel agent." In reaction, the travel industry instituted many restrictions to eliminate these "card mills" and now only recognizes select ID cards. However, for anyone who is serious about a career in travel, you can get an independent contractor ID.
Decorate the Inside of a Travel Trailer
Whether new or vintage, large or small, decorate the inside of a travel trailer to feel like home. It is, after all, going to be your home when you are away. You do not need a lot of interior design skills to transform the space into your style and make it fit your personality. All it takes is a little bit of time and effort to turn your camper into a true vacation getaway.
Travel With Homemade Baby Food
Having the ability to travel with homemade baby food is the difference between your baby getting the best nutrition during travel or not. Commercial baby food can contain preservatives, salt and sugar. In particular, too much sugar in the diet can lead to weight gain and diabetes later in life. Too much salt in particular can lead to health problems such as high blood pressure later in life as well. Preservatives can cause headaches, and can affect immune response, according to Eve V. Allen, Ph.D. Also, baby food in jars can sit on warehouse shelves for years.