This is an interesting post on travelling from Fabulously Broke in the City... I think it's pretty clear that I basically live out of a suitcase (and a couple of laptop bags, and a bookbag). And when you're far far away from the comforts of your home and items around you, you tend to learn many a thing on your travels, and on the top of my list, is what to use in a pinch in case you find yourself without. Polishing silver jewellery Nothing works better than regular good ol' toothpaste. :) Rub a bit on some tissue paper, shine up your jewellery, and rinse it REALLY well under water or else you'll start growing fuzzy green stuff on it in a couple of days. Body wash Use the cheap hotel shampoo they normally provide you. It's the same stuff... Read More...