Most jewelry gets lost or damaged while traveling for a simple reason: it's tossed into the bag without any order. With a few steps you can travel with your favorite pieces and bring them back intact.
Before You Travel
- Choose your pieces carefully: take pieces that work with more than one look, and leave very valuable pieces you won't need.
- Photograph your pieces: a quick photo of each piece helps you make sure you came back with all of them.
- Clean them before packing: a clean, dry piece resists tarnish better.
The Right Way to Pack
- Put each piece in a small cloth pouch or separate pocket so it doesn't rub against others.
- Close chains and thread one end through a drinking straw, or wrap them around card, to prevent tangling.
- Fix earrings to a small card or use a compartment box.
- Keep watches in their box or a padded pocket.
- Carry jewelry in your hand luggage, not in checked baggage.
During Your Trip
- Pool and beach: take silver off before swimming, as chlorine and salt speed up discoloration.
- Hotel: use the room safe, and don't leave pieces on the sink or bedside table.
- Perfume and sunscreen: apply them first and let them dry, then put on your jewelry.
- Humidity: in humid weather, store pieces in a sealed bag when you're not wearing them.
When You Get Back
Wipe each piece with a soft cloth. Light tarnish is normal and comes off with polishing. Then return them to their box in a dry place.
A Gift from Your Trip?
If you're looking for a light gift that's easy to carry, earrings and pendants are among the best choices. You'll find more about delivery to the GCC in our FAQ.