Whether you may be staying a week or a few months in temporary housing, many people choose to pack a few of their own personal items to make life in a temporary residence feel like home. In this article, we will share with you a few ideas on what to pack for a short-term stay.
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Things Already in Your Temporary Home
A big thing to consider is what household items and amenities that you require are already in the home you are moving to. Some to name are beds, mattresses, dressers, sofas, tables, seats, kitchen appliances, and electronic devices, flatware, linens, and and all the other things you need to guarantee your comfort. Knowing what will already be provided for you helps to avoid overpacking and bringing unnecessary pieces that you might need to put away in storage or send back home.
Avoid Heavy Items
Try not to bring anything too weighted, large and bulky into the temporary home. There might not be enough space for you to place these items anywhere. Best idea is to keep the big items back at your permanent residence, or place bulky, heavy items in a storage unit when you are moving yourself between homes.
The Essentials
Do not forget your basic living essentials, whether it be your clothes, toiletries, medications, electronic devices, important documents and many more. The area or neighbourhood you might be living in could have shops that you can grab some small items from but it is best to come prepared. It would be tragic and a huge inconvenience to leave behind any of your essentials. Thus, ensure you remember anything significant and take unique consideration of your items, as mentioned previously.
However, it would not be a bad idea to go shopping for clothes or some products as it would be a great way to explore and become more familiar with the community.
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Avalon Suites Yorkville
On the topic of short-term temporary living, Avalon Suites offer fully furnished suites with 2x the living space than a hotel room and amenities found at home and all for yourself is the perfect temporary housing solution even for a professional business traveler. Here at Avalon Suites, we offer a wide range of suites ranging from a comfortable Economy Suite for 1 to a Presidential 2-bedroom accommodation there is one best suited for your relocation housing needs.
Avalon premium luxury suites offer a fully equipped kitchen, filled with cooking utensils; pots, pans, boards, dishes, cups, cutlery, and equipment such as a fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher all in one suite. Even more, each Avalon Suites has an in-suite washer and dryer, allowing you to feel just at home being able to do your own laundry without the hassle of housekeeping and additional services. Every suite also has access to internet and wife services, smart televisions for your cable, Netflix, Prime, or YouTube viewing, complimentary coffee, tea, and bathroom necessities. Additionally, Avalon Suites have an in-building fitness centre and gym, and conference room safely available to be booked, alongside 24/7 concierge services.
Located in the heart of Yorkville intersecting Yorkville Avenue and Avenue Road, Toronto, not only will you get sweeping views of the city, however, you are located minutes to premium dining experiences, shopping departments, tourist destinations, and a Wholefoods supermarket for your in-suite cooking needs.
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