The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1904-07-31
OCEAN
TRAVELLING

lis a, necessary evil that must De en-
bred by the would-be tourist. Thank.
the enterprise of the various steam
hip companies, travellers may now
lake the trip surrounded with every
Convenience and luxury. From tbs
lpffsde deck promenade, which forms al
--xeellent recreation ground, one car
:, Sok out unmoved on sunshine or storm
uEnce the massive steamship which
3rras the temporary habitation is sc
tile influenced by stress of weather.
The larger the boat, the less is it af-
seeted by the motion. But the largest
Mats are built rather for comfort than
3r speed, and consequently take some
hat longer to make the trip. One
ho is not proof against seasickness
ray make the choice between six days
e misery. the memory of which win
Cay by him and make the thought of
ae return journey a nightmare, or
fight to ten days of healthful recrea-
IS on which will be looked back upon as
eane Of the most delightful parts of
slae trip to Europe
berth as near to the middle
&C the ship as possible, for the motion
Q there least perceptible. 1t is also
Asnvenient to be in close proximity to
ie bath and toilet-rooms, since in
ase of sickness, the less walking. the
atter.
The preparation for the journey is a
Sary simple matter to an experienced
kayeler, though usually quite formula
e to one making the trip for the first
n me. The inexperienced traveller can
esually be detected by the amount of
,ltggage which accompanies him, much
Z which is merely an encumbrance
I he more one travels, the less one
.fskes. until the things which expert
7 nee teaches to be absolutely essential
.fdn be condensed into the small COM
ass Of a traveling-bag Thus equipped
ne is master of the situation, indie
pendent of expressmen, railway por-
RS, etc, and can come and go as he
eases. He can look upon his encurn-
,1red fel1ow-travelers with the superior,
yslf-complacent pity that caused Tho
eau to remark concerning the simni-
sant whom he saw carrying upon his
lack. TIE bundle that contained his all,
4at he pitied him, mot because it was
as alI but because he had all that -
hst writer came over from Europe
.fst year with two girls who had
D1aSsse the tour of the continent most
3nlfortably and enjoyabIy with no
lore baggage than they could actually
TRY with them.
The only kind of trunk that is per-
Hsssible in the stateroom, is the reg
var steamer trunk, twelve inches high
nd thirty-six inches long. These di-
tensions allow of it's being pushed
nder the berth. out of the way. Trunks
III be packed much more comfortably,
I'D without fatigue, if supported upon
TO chairs during the process. In This
-5s1tion one avoids the necessity of
rooping, and can stand and pack with
81 more Inconvenience than in packins,
bureau drawer.
For one whose time is to be spent III
savel. the travelling costume is the ALL
aportant thing For this, nothing
szuals a good, health-fitting, tailor
Aade suit. Dark colors should be avoid
u and some soft shade that will moi
a0w dust selected. A small hat, slight
trimmed and well-f1tting gloves and
cots complete a costume in which one
an virtually live. This suit. to be
xept in the best condition, should be
Rken off on going on board placed in
! bag with a drawstring at the top.
nd hung on the hook in the cabin. If
zsthing better is available for this pur-
5ose. a pillow-case will answer very
yell. In this way the dress and hat
sfll be preserved from the salt, damp
s..
In these days of the shrit-waist, it
: an easy matter to vary ones costume
18th small wardrobe. A skirt of
sssne weather-proof material, which
III admit of sponging if necessary,
o1ue flannel shirt-waists. and one or
svo lighter and more dressy waists for
fternoons. will be found the most
snvenient things to take for wear on
soard. Dainty waists, collars, etc,
Mould be packed closely together in a
ok before being placed in the trunk,
3 avoid tumbling them every time the
eunk is overhauled.
A costume of one of the soft cling
sag, summer silks that are ''all the
,o this season viii pack into a very
mail space, and be useful during the
zip. 1t should not be folded, but rolled
ito a compact bundle. Packed in this
Ray it will take less space, and the
larlSs of travel will not be so apparent.
"A dressings is indispensable,
nd should be of some dark and incon-
pieuous material and of simple make.
pair of slipper that can be easily
tipped on and off should be packed
Eth the gown.
The number of changes of linen,
fc., that one carries is a matter of
ersonaI taste and convenience. a
ood supply of such articles will help
) keep one fresh and in the best con-
ition to enjoy the trip. The pack !
lg of soiied linen for the unwe1conle |
Inspection of a custom-house officer, |
ray be avoided by taking old garments |
lat can be dispensed with, and leaving |
x4-itI, tho Sfo If5rees for diSnoS3f |