Ask any experienced light traveler and they will tell you that packing items “just in case” is a big no-no. Take only what you really need and will actually use. Anything else can be gotten at your destination.
I adhere to this belief and it has worked well. With one exception—the day trip.
Occasionally, I take a one day trip by air. These flights are usually under 90 minutes each way and I can leave early in the morning and return at night. However, since 9/11 and after a few cancellation scares due to weather, I have started to pack a “just in case” overnight kit. This includes a clean shirt, underwear, socks, medication and some basic non-liquid toiletries including laundry sheets should the delay stretch more than a day. The weight is minimal and there is no need to take a full sized carry-on.
This way, should I get stranded, I’m not forced to wear the same clothes twice.
Anyone else do this?
(Frank II)