Where NOT to Park Your Car

It's vacation time! Or maybe a business trip has you traveling out of Houston Inter-Continental Airport. During the rush of preparing for a trip, people often forget where they are going to park their car while they are away, a crucial aspect of travel! Here are some things to remember when deciding where to park your car while you are away.  

·         Do not park your vehicle on a bunch of dirt or over a puddle of water. This way, you don’t have to worry about getting soil all over yourself and your luggage when exiting the car! Additionally, if it rains and the dirt becomes soggy, you will also have to worry about the exterior condition of your vehicle.

·         Gravel seems like a happy medium but there are downsides to it as well. It is not safe or convenient for customers, and travelers would have to worry about trying to maneuver heavy luggage and belongings across a gravel dirt parking lot. This causes wear and tear on the vehicle and the customer.

·         Parking close to trees can be very dangerous and the only advantage is shade. Disadvantages include returning to your car and finding it covered with leaves, or even worse, tree branches. Trees and bushes also make it easier for wildlife to find their way near your car.

Whenever you are in the Houston Inter-Continental area and need a place to park your vehicle, Rocket Parking is the place to park. We provide a great parking experience for you. We provide safe, covered parking, and leveled pavement, giving you easy access to your vehicle. Leave your car with us and return satisfied with no obstacles to hinder your parking experience in the Houston Inter-Continental Area.

How to Make Travel Less Stressful

                        How to Make Travel Less Stressful

With delayed flights from Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport, bad directions, and lost bags, sometimes it feels like you need a vacation from your vacation! Take a look at a few of these suggestions for staying cool and calm on your next trip!

·         Snap a digital photo of anywhere you repeatedly go. This will lessen any misunderstanding you might have with, for example, a cab driver in a foreign country.

·         Purchase duplicates of your favorite products. Having cosmetic items already set aside will making packing that much easier and forgetting something less likely.

·         Share a suitcase with your traveling partner. Half of your stuff goes into their luggage and half of their stuff goes into yours. This way, neither person is stuck without clothes if someone’s bag is lost by the airline.

·         Plot out an intricate budget for each vacation. This way you can avoid over spending and already have funds allocated accordingly before even leaving for your trip.

·         Make a spreadsheet that lists your must-see sights.  Add times and admission fees so you don’t miss a destination you want to see.

·         Always bring familiar foods. Just in case the menu is difficult, you will always have a backup.

·         Pack belongings in a clear plastic storage bag. This way the TSA will be able to see everything in your carry-on and your stuff won’t be handled.

·         Go to the Laundromat during your vacation. If you will be gone for a long time wash some of your clothes on vacation and avoid hours of housework when you return home.

How To Pack Light

Packing Packing Packing. With checked luggage fee’s going through the roof, savvy travelers are taking advantage of smart, minimalist parking. These 9 handy tips will help you pack as efficiently as possible for your next trip.

Size Up Your Carry-On. Carry-on bag size dimensions vary by airline. To be safe, opt for a suitcase that doesn't exceed 20 inches in length or 20 pounds fully packed; you should have no problem boarding domestic carriers.

1.      Make a Checklist.  After you've thoughtfully calculated what to bring, cross off each item as you lay it next to your bag, and ignore the urge to add any extra articles of clothing at the last minute.

2.      Stay Neutral. Pick neutral colored clothing articles that complement each other. If basics aren't really your style, pick an eye-catching color like red and work around it.

3.      Pack Ahead of Time. Allow yourself enough time to assess the pieces you need. This allows you to see everything beforehand and will help you lighten your load and prevent you from packing unnecessary items.  

4.      Learn to Layer. Wear your bulkiest items on the plane and pack thermal gear and thin sweaters in your carry on. If you get hot, just stow your layers in the overhead bin.

5.      Compress and Conserve. Compile your largest items into compression packing bags that reduce excess air. If you are going somewhere that does not require bulky items, skip the space bag and stuff socks, underwear etc, into shoes to save space.  

6.      Shoe It In. Try really hard to only pack 2-3 pairs of shoes! One casual pair and one on the dressier side. Wear your bulkiest pair to save space.

7.      Roll It Up. Don’t fold your clothes; roll them instead of laying them flat. Pack everything snugly and start from the corners of your bag. Place formal wear in a dry cleaner back and arrange it on top of the other rolled items in your suitcase in order to prevent wrinkling.

8.      Save the Lightest Items for Last. Put lighter items such as toiletries and technology etc. on top of all of your bulkier items. This leaves your liquids and tech gear within easy reach once you arrive at the TSA check point.

Now you will be able to carefully plot what items to bring with you on a trip and know how to strategically organize them into one compact carry-on. Hope to see you at Rocket Parking soon. Happy travels!


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