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10 Holiday Travel Hacks That’ll Cut Through Stress

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1. Call your credit card company to let them know you're traveling.

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You wouldn't want your card to get put on hold when you're trying to buy last-minute airport presents!

2. Use an ice cube tray to travel with your holiday jewels.

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Cover it with plastic wrap to keep everything in place and voilà!

3. Pack your clothes around a color scheme so it's easy to mix and match your outfits.

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So much easier than trying to plan outfits ahead of time for each day,

4. Spread the holiday cheer by bringing a power strip to the airport so everyone can charge their phone.

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Juice to all and to all a good night!

5. Never leave home without a scarf.

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When it’s chilly on the plane, you can use it as a blanket — and if you’re tired, you can use it as a pillow! Plus it’s light and easy to pack.

6. Stash your cash.

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Cover your butt in ca$e you get robbed or lose your wallet. Make your own secret ChapStick money holder here.

7. Bring snacks.

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Always. Pack. Snacks. As long as your food is wrapped up or in a container, you can bring it through security.

8. Wrap your clothes with your extra holiday tissue paper to keep them from getting wrinkled in your suitcase.

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And if you haven't wrapped gifts yet, you can reuse the tissue paper when you arrive at your destination.

9. Make the most of your layover.

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Do some research about the airport where your layover will be. Plan your time wisely so you can treat yourself to a little R&R with a massage or some chill time in a VIP lounge.

10. And always use your airline's mobile app to stay on top of flight statuses and gate changes.

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You'll be ever so happy you did!

Don't let stress get in the way this holiday season. Switch to the United MileagePlus® Explorer Card and make your next travel experience a stress-free one!

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