What to Pack When Preparing for Temporary Housing
"Are bath towels included? Do I bring my own sheets? Am I going to have to buy clothes hangers?" Does this sound familiar? When packing for temporary accommodations, you want to make sure you will have the essentials at the moment you arrive. Amidst all the other preparations for an international move, the Dwellworks Living team has a simple list to use when it comes time to pack.
Absolute Essentials
Prior to your departure, talk with your doctor about coordinating prescriptions for any pills you may take. Some doctors may be able to provide an advance supply of medication to buy you time in your new destination. This way, you will have a few extra weeks to work out a new pharmacy system.
Similarly, if you wear contact lenses, order, and pack enough pairs for your long- or short-term stay.
Research the electrical outlet type in your new location and if necessary, order a few adapters prior to your departure. Do not forget to bring all the proper charging cords for your electronics.
These items will already be in your apartment:
- Bed linens
- Towels
- Pillows
- Furniture
- Kitchenware
- Laundry basket, drying rack, hangers, iron and ironing board
Finally, if a furry friend will be accompanying you, check that you have up-to-date health records. Talk to your veterinarian about any country-specific preventative vaccinations or medications that should be administered.
Pack It (Or Plan to Buy It)
Whenever traveling, it is a good idea to pack enough clothes and toiletries in your carry on to last a few days in the event your luggage gets delayed. The same rule applies to moving to a temporary accommodation. Choose your very favorite articles of clothing, including plenty of options for layering. For the office, consider wrinkle-free fabrics. If you will be living in a climate that is different from what you are used to, study the weather to determine what you may need to buy.
In your new neighborhood, shopping for clothing or toiletries is a great way to explore. While you may have a special face lotion or razor you simply cannot live without, do not worry about loading your suitcase with everyday items. A trip to the store to buy toothpaste and laundry detergent will likely be one of the first things you do when you arrive.
Finishing Touches
The kitchens in Corporate Housing units come stocked with everything you need to make your comfort food and explore new recipes. However, if you have a favorite mug or special cooking utensil you just cannot live without, feel free to wrap it well and tuck it in your luggage. Having a hand-embroidered dish towel or your grandmother's heirloom wooden spoon can make your kitchen feel familiar.
Metric to Standard, or Standard to Metric? If the system of measurement is different in your home country, try to find a handy conversion table to make cooking easier in your new kitchen.
Another simple way to make your serviced apartment or aparthotel feel like home is to bring a few photos of friends, family, or favorite artwork. Tucking these in spaces around your new place will really add a personal touch.
When you arrive in your new destination, ask neighbors or coworkers for some suggestions on where to find locally grown plants or hand made candles. A little fragrance and greenery can go a long way in making an apartment feel welcoming. If you do light candles in your temporary housing unit, remember to do so safely.
Dwellworks Living: Global Solutions for Corporate Accommodations
Dwellworks Living is committed to providing our clients and their employees with the best possible corporate housing and serviced accommodations experience. With a global network of property partners, a tri-regional team of customer experience and supply chain professionals, and a wide range of services for global mobility and travel customers, Dwellworks Living can provide the perfect corporate housing solution for any need or budget.
Dwellworks Living is the global corporate housing solution of Dwellworks, an award-winning, business-to-business provider of global mobility and business travel services. As a global leader in corporate housing and serviced accommodations solutions, Dwellworks Living is uniquely positioned to meet the temporary living needs of businesses and their employees who are relocating or traveling on short-, medium- or extended-stays. With 60,000 high-quality professionally managed properties in over 125 countries worldwide, Dwellworks Living is the preferred housing solutions partner of many Fortune 1000 and leading relocation management companies.
Dwellworks Living's corporate housing and serviced accommodations solutions are designed to help businesses attract and retain top talent, support employee productivity, and ensure a smooth and successful relocation or business travel experience. In addition to our core global accommodations management services, Dwellworks Living, through our worldwide network of local experts, is uniquely capable of offering our clients expanded and related services, such as area orientations, group move assistance, destination services and intercultural training.
Whether you have corporate housing needs for an individual employee or a large team, Dwellworks Living can provide the serviced accommodations solutions you need anywhere in the world to ensure a safe and successful stay. Please contact us to learn more or visit our Properties page to begin your search for global corporate housing accommodations.