I feel like Brian would just pack a bag of peanuts for the flight if it wasn't for Carrie, love the interaction between you two. This is so helpful because it saves us time trying to find good bags and travel items.
I love your packing videos. After the first month of slow travel, we realized we could reduce what we were carrying by at least one third. Our rule now is not to add anything new unless it replaces something we are discarding. I find traveling light not only comfortable, but also mentally liberating. Before starting our adventures, I was skeptical about surviving with five pairs of shirts, socks and underwear. I’ve been fine. We spent April-September in Mexico and South America, ending up in Chile, which is their winter, especially in Patagonia. We refused to carry an unneeded winter coat through South America and instead bought inexpensive $20 ones at a used clothing store in Chile. We then donated the coats to a church before leaving. Traveling light requires being flexible and letting go of things.
Mentally liberating is something that we don't discuss much, but we should. Life is just easier without all the unnecessary stuff! We will be heading to South America first of the year and working our way north. We will be needing warmer clothes for part of the journey. Great idea on donating!! Thank you for adding this to the channel!! 😊
This is a masterclass on packing. This should be mandatory viewing for anyone checking multiple bags for a one week trip. You are going for months at a time in WARM WEATHER which has to be noted. But you have shown that less is more and you never risk losing a bag since it is always with you. So valuable.
Thank you, Robert! We will be heading to cooler climates in January so we will need to make some big adjustments on what and how we pack. We will see how we do! 😁
I love packing videos, and I’m so appreciative that you took the time to update yours. I really need you to keep telling me that the bigger Away bag has never been a size issue. Please drop that into every transitioning video…( I’m am that needy) I can vouch for the usefulness of packing cubes. Super nice to have when you get to the location and don’t want to have your stuff (especially those unmentionables) in the drawers. Can’t give this one enough thumbs ups, guys!
I love packing cubes and a suitcase that unzips on the top edge. No lifting half the weight of the bag to close it and the packing cubes are great in these bags. I bring the small travel size Tide packets to wash anything if I’m staying longer than 5 days.
LOL, last night I went back through your playlists and watched all the packing videos and thought it was about time for another. And look what is first on my feed today. Looking at the away bag, nervous about getting the bigger one as carry on but want more space. Now to watch this video and see if I need to add more to my cart. Planning to start/try this full-time travel thing in a few months. Excited and terrified. I've really enjoyed watching your videos the last 2 yrs. Thanks!
You guys make what you do together fun I can see. I love how you enjoy each other. I have traveled all over and the only thing I bring all year long no matter what, is lightweight tights and a long sleeve tight shirt for mosquitos haha not every gets bitten but I do haha Also traveling changed how I dress. When I am in the south of Italy I take mostly dresses now. I grew up jeans and tshirt in Az. This was great to watch. I think you guys are top notch!! Thanks so much
I’ve had the same Away bag for six years (love it!). I’m starting my full-time nomad life next May and was wondering how it worked for you while long-term traveling. I traveled for six weeks in Europe and six weeks in Asia during the past year and had no problem but glad to know that you are still using your bags for even longer term travel. Great video!
Very helpful video. Packing is always a challenge. I’m away for 3 months and saw a lighter and more flexible carry-on rolling luggage and gave away the other one to an appreciative recipient. Since I’m packed to the limit, something or more has to go for each item I purchase; usually replacing something else. I purchased a thermal shirt & one pair of thermal pants for cold areas. Already had to use them. Gifts are usually limited in number and normally small and flat.
I have just come back from 6 weeks in Europe and I think - for me - I nailed it. Last time I took too many ‘real’ clothes and not enough smalls which meant I was washing in hotels. This time I took 7-10 days worth of smalls and really only 2-3 outfits. That was perfect as it got me over the hump of times without a washing machine. And I wore every ‘outfit’ as travelling September/October most versions of temperature is possible. And now properly over 70k. Well done.
It takes a couple times out to get dialed in on what works best for you! It is actually fun trying to figure out a better way each time! 🤣 Yes, 70k!! Slowly but surely! 😁
We are full-time nomads also and we use packing cubes for those places where I don’t use a drawer for clothes. Put a packing cube out and it’s a drawer. Other clothes we use to stuff around the cubes and take up the remaining space.
Thank you so much for sharing! I have been wondering how y’all have updated your packing ways since your last packing video. Carrie is a kindred spirit of mine with enjoying the thinking/planning process of creating systems to make life easier as well as enjoying the travel planning process. I hope to see another packing video of what updates you make in a year from now. I am learning a lot from you both. I love watching you guys! ❤😊
Thanks! Great timing as we were doing a trial packing session last night. Kind of getting ahead of ourselves since we don't retire and leave until next April. But, we are excited and continuing the downsizing process. The two big packing cubes from Brian is very helpful. Currently I have seven of all sizes and never remember what is in each. Thanks again...Cheers!
Thanks for the video. We were just about to go to the Away store and our big decision was whether to get the smaller or larger carry-on. You've helped us make up our minds. Also, I pack almost identically to Brian. Great minds come to the same result! The only difference is that I no longer take the Polo shirts. We always stay in hotels and if it doesn't dry within 24 hours it's not going with me.
It's always great to see how you both pack and what you bring. We're trying out the packing cubes next month for the first time. I don't think we'll ever get as minimal and organized as you two but the bar has been set.👍😉
This is a timely video for us as we're in the midst of planning a 3 month trip to Europe early next year. We have been carry on only but our carry ons (Travelpro Maxlite 22 inches) are bigger than what is allowed on many carriers in the EU and we got dinged for overweight last year in Lisbon and had to pay 125 Euro per bag at the gate. Those bags are about as light as you can find (about 1.5 lbs lighter than Away), so we're in the midst of re-evaluating. Your input is, as always, appreciated.
Uhg! We got dinged before we made the adjustment, and it stung! We figured that we have paid for our bags over the last 2.5 years just by not paying fees.
@@BrianandCarrie I know you like to cook your meals so I thought you'd travel with some kitchen gadgets, makes sense to buy at the location to keep your bags light.
Great pretty good. we just came back from Tanzania ( fabulous Safaris)off the bucket list, we did have weight restriction due to intra airline ( 10 seat) and jeep. we manage under 13 kg each luggage, my backpack 8 kg with all the camera gear and a jacket - never used ( 1 pair of spare undergarment) - wife 5 kg mostly pharmacy and medicine. in case off. did good we usually travel with much bigger bags .. both traveling bag/suitcase are much smaller( no wheel but that jeep requirement) you are right less is better. Alain planning costa rica for February. got a real interesting idea for next year maybe Sri lanka they do have safari and cost us much lower.
Great video guys! Love your content. Right now when we have to use a plane we're doing only our feet touch the ground with ospreys. But, I don't know if we'll want to use that method as time goes on these next few years. I think we'll switch to the away hard shells. Everyone seems to love those. Thanks!!!
Ospreys is a great brand that we each actually own. We have the 35L and we may someday pull them out and dust them off. For now, we prefer rolling our gear around! 😁
Thanks for the info! Going to Quebec City this winter, and I'll use it as an opportunity to start my collection of travel essentials for my future slow travel lifestyle. I think I'll start with the eye masks and water bottles! Maybe some packing cubes, too. Thanks!
We will have a travel essential video out next week, Lydia. We will cover everything that we can't go without!! 😁 Thank you for watching and safe travels!! Quebec City in the winter!! Brrrrrrr...
@BrianandCarrie Thank you! And yes, brrr! I'm a little scared. I'm not at all accustomed to cold or snow, but it looks beautiful! Look forward to the essentials video!
@nadinebouchard9843 Oh, thank you so much, Nadine! It looks beautiful. I used to speak French pretty fluently, so i'll be practicing those skills. Now I just need to figure out a hotel. I appreciate the good wishes!
Great video. A note on backpack weight: Air Asia will weigh everything and make you pay to check backpacks. Frontier too. I was amazed at how little I needed for my month in Mexico. Everything fit in my 35 liter backpack. Three synthetic shirts I could wear a few times, two synthetic shorts, one synthetic pants, sandals and flip flops. No need for shoes or long sleeve shirt because it’s a hot place. Puffer jacket for cold busses. I used the Eagle Creek compression cubes, which squish clothes down, but you have to roll everything.
We have used Air Asia a few times and have never had any issues with our personal bags being weighed. I guess you just never know!! Thank you for all the tips, Terry and happy travels! Cheers!!🍻
Fabulous tips! You guys are great inspiration 😊 how about merino wool? Yes or No? Heading to SE Asia for two months Jan/Feb and wondering if I should throw it in or if I’m better with linen only? 10:14
I still have Brian's USB plug in here at my house that he left! Brian you need tethers for your electronics! lol.... j/k! Great video you two! I can't wait to see you in December! Miss and love you girl! 🥰😘
Another awesome video. Super helpful and appreciate that you share the products that work for you even if you don't get a kickback. The house you're in looks like the newly renovated Merida house (Blue Cactus) with Amy's Casa she just revealed on her UA-cam channel Destination Retirement. If it is, I am SOOOOO excited because I've been following Amy on her adventures in buying and remodeling this home. It makes my heart happy that all my fav UA-camrs converge. ;-) Keep up the great work with this content you guys!!
It is Amy's Casa! Her place is beautiful!! We will be showing it in an upcoming video, she is also a very good host\owner that pays attention to all the details!
Normally I skip the packing videos, I am so glad I didn't skip this one. Brian you pack so much more than me, but somehow you seem to have so much more room. I do have the smaller carry on (American Tourister brand) so that might be it to some degree. I also love your backpack, mine is an old HP computer backpack which is heavy as, and doesn't open up as easy. Time for me to look for new bags I guess... For electronics, it would be awesome if you could do a video specific to that, you said GoPro, great but which one, what accessories, what laptop and what size is it? All that is stuff I would love to hear about. I am thinking about upgrades to all of this, my laptop is good, but has a very low battery length, and I am still recording video on a phone, and have been thinking about this as well. Thanks for another great video.
Thank you for choosing to watch this one! Here are some links about our gear and the laptop I use for editing. It is compact and fast! 😊 We will add specifics about our electronics in an upcoming video. Great idea!! www.brianandcarrietravels.com/shop-2 amzn.to/4fIhoDB
We just left for a 4 week trip to Mexico 11/4 and I watched your old packing videos again before packing. So glad to see this updated one and looking forward to the essentials video you have planned. We are going back to the US on 12/1 and will be heading to Europe in 2025 so this video will be most helpful for that packing process. I must keep saying it…less is more, less is more 😊. Love your channel and appreciate all of the hard work and thought that you put into your content. Thank you so much for doing what you do!! One last question for Carrie, which of the Away personal bags did you purchase? What’s the size/name? I wasn’t sure from the link. Thank you, Cheers! 🍻
Hi! Hope you're loving Mexico ❤️. The bag I got was the Everywhere bag. It fits perfectly under the airplane seat and has pretty good storage room inside. Enjoy and safe continued travels 😊
Another great video. Thanks very much. It was very useful in thinking about what we don't need to to pack. Are you going to make a video on Shenghen zone travel based on current countries in the zone. It looks like more countries have joined which will make it difficult to stay in Europe for longer periods. I noticed places you previously visited to avoid the shenghen rules like Poland, Romania, and Croatia are now in the zone. Is that making things more difficult for your future plans?
We have done a couple of videos on the Schengen. New countries continuing to join can make it a bit more difficult but there are still amazing places to go in the region.
@@BrianandCarrieyes I've now found a more recent video you made. 😊 Lots of videos to catch up on. I also saw you mentioned that for Kiwi's and some others you can apply to stay longer in some of the countries and it doesn't count towards the shenghen days. Still sounds like some good planning required.
Hey B&C, glad to see you are ok. I started checking your other sites for activity. 😱 Thanks for thinking of me with the notification. Now...I don't care for this topic, could you do another one right away? 😂 Just kidding, couldn't resist after last weeks comment. 😁 Just getting started on this video. Thanks, B
So glad I discovered your channel today. Thanks for this helpful video. Wondering if you have a link for the Amazon personal flight pouch (black) that Carrie uses?
Hello! Glad to see another helpful video from you guys! We are full time travelers and are just completing our first 5 month trip. You inspired us to try this lifestyle and we are really enjoying it (and spending much less than if we lived in the US with tons of stuff and a house!). We have taken several hopper flights on RyanAir, Wizz and EasyJet in Europe during our travels and the Away bigger carry on bag and your new small carry on bags are significantly larger than the tiny bag sizers for the budget airlines. We saw many people get stopped and asked to put their bags in the sizers and are hesitant to go that large. We are now traveling with Osprey backpacks that do fit in the sizers, however, he trolley bag is appealing in that there is nothing on your back. I fear we would be paying for a checked bag every time on those budget airlines! You mentioned you have been overweight (your bags, of course) and had to pay to check. Have you ever been asked to put your bags in the sizers? Any advice from your community will also be appreciated! Cheers and thanks again for all the excellent content!
Hi! So happy you're living this lifestyle so far 😊. We haven't ever had our bags measured through Europe, Mexico or Southeast Asia. We have had our bags both under seat and overhead weighed though and needed to check just and handful of times. We've also flown all the budget lines, except Wizz Air. The key is trying to look as small as possible I think 😉.
In a month we traveled through 6 countries in Europe and I had 13 interchangeable outfits. I rolled all my clothing which kept the wrinkles down and all fit in one softsided carryon with accurate dimensions.👍
Thanks for your videos, they are a handy source of information. I am interested in the black, sort of according style pouch that Carrie keeps by the bedside. Referenced purchasing it from Amazon but I didn't see it in the list of links. Perhaps it isn't available anymore and that's why it wasn't listed. Hoping it is still available and that you can share the link or relevant info. Thanks in advance.
Hi! It's a fantastic bag and such a great purchase. Stay tuned for this next Saturday's video, where we share our top packing essentials. We will have a list of all our favorites with links and that will be on there 😉.
Great video. Thank you for all of the useful tips and the links. Carrie, for your new Away personal item bag, did you get the 20L or the 28L? Does it fit under the seat in front of you?
I miss spoke in the video and actually got the 26L😊 and yes, it fits under the seat. The link to the website is in the video description. Thank you for watching!! 😁
Great information. We really enjoy your videos. We have been practicing our packing for a 2 month SE Asia trip in January. We have the new Larq water bottles and are wondering if you ever put tap water in them in your travels? Ours are UV and filtered
Hi there! Hope y’all are doing well. ❤Greg and I head to Porto in late-Feb. Still have yet to get a new suitcase, tho. 😳 We are considering Briggs & Riley, Monos, and Away. So hard to make a decision, especially since that item will be such a major player in our lives with the upcoming travel. We are headed south for the holidays tomorrow and will be stopping at Portland Gear to check out their backpacks as the algorithm goddesses were kind enough to place them in our path. 😂 That being said, I really like the look and seeming functionality of B’s Evergoods backpack, but am not seeing a 28L backpack on their website. Did he mean the 26L? As always, thank you both SO much for sharing your experience and thoughts! Y’all are the best! ❤ Cheers! 🍻 😊
Yes!! As soon as I started editing, I realized I miss spoke! It is the 26L! 😁 You really can't go wrong with the mid-range, quality brand of luggage. Just don't cheap out!! For us it was the size that we liked the best. Thank you for watching and safe travels!! ❤️
Hey Brian and Carrie, cool video. I'm in the market for a new backpack now and will check out Ever Goods Backpacks for sure. Will be in the US at my sons wedding late November/Early December and will hopefully get new pack shipped then. Real difficult to get stuff shipped to Europe (Portugal) It is really amazing how little we can take as we travel the World like you guys. Just don't need that much stuff as you say. Isn't life Fun and Amazing. JP Porto
Thank you for sharing the video. I have been a carry on traveler since I first started traveling and can't see doing anything else. I do love packing cubes as they keep me organized. I just put the cubes into the drawers and rarely fully unpack. I would be curious what is the total weight that you carry around? I try to stay under 30 pounds for both my suitcase and personal item combined.
@@BrianandCarrie 30lbs? When I used to travel for work my laptop roller bag was 25lbs. Plus my 75lb tool case and 40-50lb clothes luggage (depending on the trip). Hmm, can't imagine why I burnt out. 🤔
Great video. We pack carry-on only (packing bags) and a backpack each and find there are still things we don't use!! Did I miss the link for the bag that Carrie uses? The one that slips on her suitcase
I find it hard in winter summer.. light jacket and trainers not enough in snow... plus large stock of expensive meds. Plus noone warned me re hurricane warnings ekec cuts in Mexico ..
Thanks for the video, very informative, a couple of questions for you please. Where did you get your cover for your Larq water bottle Carrie ? Not sure if you mentioned but I assume you check in your cases and take your back packs on the plane etc with you?
We travel with carry-on luggage - a 22”. Between one pair of shoes, clothing and my hanging toiletry bag, it’s stuffed! I keep my tech, meds, plane essentials and makeup in my personal bag. The thing is, we ALWAYS have to do laundry once every 4 days or so because I sweat through the backs of my shirts even if it’s only 70 degrees. I can’t stand it.
We feel your pain - it is such a struggle to travel light and stay comfortable, especially if you get warm easily! We typically do laundry about as often as you do. It's the one drawback of packing light. 😊
@ yes, and I just don’t care for washing in the bathtub (if there is one) or in the sink. The items just don’t seem clean enough for me! And then they take a long time to dry. I’d rather take 60-90 minutes and go to a laundromat.
This may sound silly but do you pack any books and or games? We have a tiny word game called Dicewords that we have carried for years. Also I have a thin copy of Alice in Wonderland that I will probably carry to the grave.
Hi thanks for the great video. Can i clarify please that you each carry on that hard case AND the soft bags as carry on and not checked in luggage??? That would seem alot. I thought the strict weight for carry on is total 7kg and only one main bag and something small and personal like a purse or laptop is acceptable. I do worry a bit about being caught out with too much at the last minute before boarding. On google flights alot of the cheap airlines seem to hide their luggage criteria to catch you out and leave me vulnerable. Is there an easier way to establish this? It can be confusing. TIA
We take each with us on the plan and have never been asked to weigh our personal bags. That includes flights on Wizz Air, Ryan Air, and all the rest. If we ever get worried, we will check the luggage.
@BrianandCarrie WOW that's really good. Do you have any idea how much both bags would weigh. I mean have you ever done a test for your own knowledge? If I do a domestic flight in my country it's the dimensions of the bag plus they often weigh everything you are carrying ie. Bag and purse and laptop bag and it supposed to not be above 7kg total. I stuff my pockets and wear all the heavier clothes as I know I am always borderline and scared they will hit me with a ridiculous fee for excess luggage.
Great videos😊 we are leaving for Latin America for about 4 months and were wondering if you guys registered on my travel.state.gov? Or how do yall get updates on anything crazy going on where you are? Thx SO MUCH 🎉 Vic and Jill
I feel like Brian would just pack a bag of peanuts for the flight if it wasn't for Carrie, love the interaction between you two. This is so helpful because it saves us time trying to find good bags and travel items.
You got that right! We're a good team!!😁
I love your packing videos. After the first month of slow travel, we realized we could reduce what we were carrying by at least one third. Our rule now is not to add anything new unless it replaces something we are discarding.
I find traveling light not only comfortable, but also mentally liberating. Before starting our adventures, I was skeptical about surviving with five pairs of shirts, socks and underwear. I’ve been fine. We spent April-September in Mexico and South America, ending up in Chile, which is their winter, especially in Patagonia. We refused to carry an unneeded winter coat through South America and instead bought inexpensive $20 ones at a used clothing store in Chile. We then donated the coats to a church before leaving.
Traveling light requires being flexible and letting go of things.
Mentally liberating is something that we don't discuss much, but we should. Life is just easier without all the unnecessary stuff! We will be heading to South America first of the year and working our way north. We will be needing warmer clothes for part of the journey. Great idea on donating!! Thank you for adding this to the channel!! 😊
This is a masterclass on packing. This should be mandatory viewing for anyone checking multiple bags for a one week trip. You are going for months at a time in WARM WEATHER which has to be noted. But you have shown that less is more and you never risk losing a bag since it is always with you. So valuable.
Thank you, Robert! We will be heading to cooler climates in January so we will need to make some big adjustments on what and how we pack. We will see how we do! 😁
I love packing videos, and I’m so appreciative that you took the time to update yours. I really need you to keep telling me that the bigger Away bag has never been a size issue. Please drop that into every transitioning video…( I’m am that needy)
I can vouch for the usefulness of packing cubes. Super nice to have when you get to the location and don’t want to have your stuff (especially those unmentionables) in the drawers.
Can’t give this one enough thumbs ups, guys!
Thank you, Sandy for all of your support!! ❤️ And remember, the bigger Away bag has never had a size issue! 😁
I love packing cubes and a suitcase that unzips on the top edge. No lifting half the weight of the bag to close it and the packing cubes are great in these bags. I bring the small travel size Tide packets to wash anything if I’m staying longer than 5 days.
We agree, packing cubes make such a difference! And the detergent sheets are a game changer!! Thank you for watching, Leslie!! 😊❤️
This was so helpful and well done, thank you!
Thank you, Beth! ❤️
LOL, last night I went back through your playlists and watched all the packing videos and thought it was about time for another. And look what is first on my feed today. Looking at the away bag, nervous about getting the bigger one as carry on but want more space. Now to watch this video and see if I need to add more to my cart. Planning to start/try this full-time travel thing in a few months. Excited and terrified. I've really enjoyed watching your videos the last 2 yrs. Thanks!
We are on the same page!! 😁 Thank you, Jane!! ❤️
God I love packing light.
It's the only way!! 😁
Excellent video. Great advice. Cheers.
Thanks so much!! 😊
You guys make what you do together fun I can see. I love how you enjoy each other.
I have traveled all over and the only thing I bring all year long no matter what, is lightweight tights and a long sleeve tight shirt for mosquitos haha not every gets bitten but I do haha
Also traveling changed how I dress. When I am in the south of Italy I take mostly dresses now. I grew up jeans and tshirt in Az.
This was great to watch. I think you guys are top notch!! Thanks so much
Thank you so much, Traci! We feel very lucky to have each other and do what we are doing. We feel great full to our UA-cam community! ❤️
Thanks for all the inspiration! I love how you organize your bags. 🙌🏼😊✨✨
We’re glad it helps, Doris! 😁 Thank you for watching!! ❤️
Thanks for this. We are off to Thailand for two months, just after Christmas. Travel cubes ordered and the laundry strips!
Thank you and safe travels!! 😁❤️
I’ve had the same Away bag for six years (love it!). I’m starting my full-time nomad life next May and was wondering how it worked for you while long-term traveling. I traveled for six weeks in Europe and six weeks in Asia during the past year and had no problem but glad to know that you are still using your bags for even longer term travel. Great video!
We really like how it has stood up to long-term use! Thank you for the comments, Ken travels! 😁
Very helpful video. Packing is always a challenge. I’m away for 3 months and saw a lighter and more flexible carry-on rolling luggage and gave away the other one to an appreciative recipient. Since I’m packed to the limit, something or more has to go for each item I purchase; usually replacing something else. I purchased a thermal shirt & one pair of thermal pants for cold areas. Already had to use them. Gifts are usually limited in number and normally small and flat.
We will be packing a couple of thermal items on our next leg coming up first of 2025!
I have just come back from 6 weeks in Europe and I think - for me - I nailed it. Last time I took too many ‘real’ clothes and not enough smalls which meant I was washing in hotels. This time I took 7-10 days worth of smalls and really only 2-3 outfits. That was perfect as it got me over the hump of times without a washing machine. And I wore every ‘outfit’ as travelling September/October most versions of temperature is possible.
And now properly over 70k. Well done.
It takes a couple times out to get dialed in on what works best for you! It is actually fun trying to figure out a better way each time! 🤣
Yes, 70k!! Slowly but surely! 😁
That tripped travel accessories bag is my favorite. Once I got it I use no other
We are full-time nomads also and we use packing cubes for those places where I don’t use a drawer for clothes. Put a packing cube out and it’s a drawer. Other clothes we use to stuff around the cubes and take up the remaining space.
Great idea, Pam! Thank you for the tip!! 😁
Thank you so much for sharing! I have been wondering how y’all have updated your packing ways since your last packing video. Carrie is a kindred spirit of mine with enjoying the thinking/planning process of creating systems to make life easier as well as enjoying the travel planning process. I hope to see another packing video of what updates you make in a year from now. I am learning a lot from you both. I love watching you guys! ❤😊
Thank you, Ashley! We are always making adjustments and finding new ways to pack what we need. ❤️
the *yutulu* would be super cute during the fall with a nude or tan or even tonal outfit! i’m thinking a tan wool coat with that bag!!
Great content! We are still traveling with medium sized cases and backpacks - inspired to downsize now!
It makes such a difference, enjoy the freedom of getting off buses and trains easily!! 😁
Thanks! Great timing as we were doing a trial packing session last night. Kind of getting ahead of ourselves since we don't retire and leave until next April. But, we are excited and continuing the downsizing process. The two big packing cubes from Brian is very helpful. Currently I have seven of all sizes and never remember what is in each. Thanks again...Cheers!
We’re glad it is helping you prepare, enjoy the process!! 😁
Great video. Love the packing video. So helpful. Getting to carryon only is a triumph
Thank you!! ❤️
These are my favorite type of videos. It really helps me plan for when I want to travel
We're so happy they're helpful! 😁 Thank you for watching!!
Thanks for the video. We were just about to go to the Away store and our big decision was whether to get the smaller or larger carry-on. You've helped us make up our minds. Also, I pack almost identically to Brian. Great minds come to the same result! The only difference is that I no longer take the Polo shirts. We always stay in hotels and if it doesn't dry within 24 hours it's not going with me.
My Polos may not make the cut our next trip out either. 😁 Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
It's always great to see how you both pack and what you bring.
We're trying out the packing cubes next month for the first time.
I don't think we'll ever get as minimal and organized as you two but the bar has been set.👍😉
Thank you! Make sure you roll your clothes like Carrie! 😁🍻
New word of the week: angering 😉
Great tips! I love packing cubes.
It can be angering not using packing cubes!! 😁🍻
This is a timely video for us as we're in the midst of planning a 3 month trip to Europe early next year. We have been carry on only but our carry ons (Travelpro Maxlite 22 inches) are bigger than what is allowed on many carriers in the EU and we got dinged for overweight last year in Lisbon and had to pay 125 Euro per bag at the gate. Those bags are about as light as you can find (about 1.5 lbs lighter than Away), so we're in the midst of re-evaluating. Your input is, as always, appreciated.
Uhg! We got dinged before we made the adjustment, and it stung! We figured that we have paid for our bags over the last 2.5 years just by not paying fees.
TRIPPED PACKING CUBES ARE GREAT!
I love packing videos! Very impressive how few clothes you travel with. Do you pack any items for the kitchen?
We used to but found that we never use them. If we ever do need something we will buy whatever cheap version we can find and leave it behind.
@@BrianandCarrie I know you like to cook your meals so I thought you'd travel with some kitchen gadgets, makes sense to buy at the location to keep your bags light.
Great pretty good. we just came back from Tanzania ( fabulous Safaris)off the bucket list, we did have weight restriction due to intra airline ( 10 seat) and jeep. we manage under 13 kg each luggage, my backpack 8 kg with all the camera gear and a jacket - never used ( 1 pair of spare undergarment) - wife 5 kg mostly pharmacy and medicine. in case off. did good we usually travel with much bigger bags .. both traveling bag/suitcase are much smaller( no wheel but that jeep requirement) you are right less is better. Alain planning costa rica for February. got a real interesting idea for next year maybe Sri lanka they do have safari and cost us much lower.
Great video guys! Love your content. Right now when we have to use a plane we're doing only our feet touch the ground with ospreys. But, I don't know if we'll want to use that method as time goes on these next few years. I think we'll switch to the away hard shells. Everyone seems to love those. Thanks!!!
Ospreys is a great brand that we each actually own. We have the 35L and we may someday pull them out and dust them off. For now, we prefer rolling our gear around! 😁
Thanks for the info! Going to Quebec City this winter, and I'll use it as an opportunity to start my collection of travel essentials for my future slow travel lifestyle. I think I'll start with the eye masks and water bottles! Maybe some packing cubes, too. Thanks!
We will have a travel essential video out next week, Lydia. We will cover everything that we can't go without!! 😁 Thank you for watching and safe travels!! Quebec City in the winter!! Brrrrrrr...
@BrianandCarrie Thank you! And yes, brrr! I'm a little scared. I'm not at all accustomed to cold or snow, but it looks beautiful! Look forward to the essentials video!
Plus, I've never been to Canada, and I want to see some of it before I go overseas. 😊
I live in Quebec. You’ll love it. It is beautiful in all seasons. Hope you have a wonderful time!
@nadinebouchard9843 Oh, thank you so much, Nadine! It looks beautiful. I used to speak French pretty fluently, so i'll be practicing those skills. Now I just need to figure out a hotel. I appreciate the good wishes!
The best suitcase is Foldie it fits underneath the airplane seat and it’s TSA approved
Carrie do you have a link for Amazon for the black bag you put in your carryon that has your little essentials please?
We will have links to everything in our must have essentials video coming out tomorrow! 😁
Great video. A note on backpack weight: Air Asia will weigh everything and make you pay to check backpacks. Frontier too.
I was amazed at how little I needed for my month in Mexico. Everything fit in my 35 liter backpack. Three synthetic shirts I could wear a few times, two synthetic shorts, one synthetic pants, sandals and flip flops. No need for shoes or long sleeve shirt because it’s a hot place. Puffer jacket for cold busses. I used the Eagle Creek compression cubes, which squish clothes down, but you have to roll everything.
We have used Air Asia a few times and have never had any issues with our personal bags being weighed. I guess you just never know!! Thank you for all the tips, Terry and happy travels!
Cheers!!🍻
Fabulous tips! You guys are great inspiration 😊 how about merino wool? Yes or No? Heading to SE Asia for two months Jan/Feb and wondering if I should throw it in or if I’m better with linen only? 10:14
Yes! Merino wool is the way to go especially for the undergarments. Linen is great but it wrinkles in your suitcase. 😁
Hi! Love the info. What are the bags called/brand that you use in the seat pocket?
The orange one is by Evergoods. Thank you for watching. Next week is our travel essential video with all the links. 😁
I still have Brian's USB plug in here at my house that he left! Brian you need tethers for your electronics! lol.... j/k! Great video you two! I can't wait to see you in December! Miss and love you girl! 🥰😘
We will have to make a plan to stop over for a few drinks, Norma! Thank you for hanging onto that for me!! 😁❤️🍻
I’ve been using the EvergoodsxCarryology CTB26 Phoenix 2 as my underseat bag for the last two years. It’s perfect for me.
I'm sold on Evergoods! Great gear that we highly recommend, and again, we have no affiliation with! 😁
Another awesome video. Super helpful and appreciate that you share the products that work for you even if you don't get a kickback. The house you're in looks like the newly renovated Merida house (Blue Cactus) with Amy's Casa she just revealed on her UA-cam channel Destination Retirement. If it is, I am SOOOOO excited because I've been following Amy on her adventures in buying and remodeling this home. It makes my heart happy that all my fav UA-camrs converge. ;-) Keep up the great work with this content you guys!!
It is Amy's Casa! Her place is beautiful!! We will be showing it in an upcoming video, she is also a very good host\owner that pays attention to all the details!
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Normally I skip the packing videos, I am so glad I didn't skip this one. Brian you pack so much more than me, but somehow you seem to have so much more room. I do have the smaller carry on (American Tourister brand) so that might be it to some degree. I also love your backpack, mine is an old HP computer backpack which is heavy as, and doesn't open up as easy. Time for me to look for new bags I guess...
For electronics, it would be awesome if you could do a video specific to that, you said GoPro, great but which one, what accessories, what laptop and what size is it? All that is stuff I would love to hear about. I am thinking about upgrades to all of this, my laptop is good, but has a very low battery length, and I am still recording video on a phone, and have been thinking about this as well.
Thanks for another great video.
Thank you for choosing to watch this one! Here are some links about our gear and the laptop I use for editing. It is compact and fast! 😊 We will add specifics about our electronics in an upcoming video. Great idea!!
www.brianandcarrietravels.com/shop-2
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Another awesome video! The backpack is bad to the bone, i will be upgrading to that. I haven't tried the cubes yet, might have to give them a shot.
I love my bag!! It's exactly what I was looking for! Thank you for watching!! 😁
We just left for a 4 week trip to Mexico 11/4 and I watched your old packing videos again before packing. So glad to see this updated one and looking forward to the essentials video you have planned. We are going back to the US on 12/1 and will be heading to Europe in 2025 so this video will be most helpful for that packing process. I must keep saying it…less is more, less is more 😊. Love your channel and appreciate all of the hard work and thought that you put into your content. Thank you so much for doing what you do!! One last question for Carrie, which of the Away personal bags did you purchase? What’s the size/name? I wasn’t sure from the link. Thank you, Cheers! 🍻
Hi! Hope you're loving Mexico ❤️. The bag I got was the Everywhere bag. It fits perfectly under the airplane seat and has pretty good storage room inside.
Enjoy and safe continued travels 😊
Merci!
Thank you, Nadine!! ❤️
Another great video. Thanks very much. It was very useful in thinking about what we don't need to to pack. Are you going to make a video on Shenghen zone travel based on current countries in the zone. It looks like more countries have joined which will make it difficult to stay in Europe for longer periods. I noticed places you previously visited to avoid the shenghen rules like Poland, Romania, and Croatia are now in the zone. Is that making things more difficult for your future plans?
We have done a couple of videos on the Schengen. New countries continuing to join can make it a bit more difficult but there are still amazing places to go in the region.
@@BrianandCarrieyes I've now found a more recent video you made. 😊 Lots of videos to catch up on. I also saw you mentioned that for Kiwi's and some others you can apply to stay longer in some of the countries and it doesn't count towards the shenghen days. Still sounds like some good planning required.
Hey B&C, glad to see you are ok. I started checking your other sites for activity. 😱 Thanks for thinking of me with the notification. Now...I don't care for this topic, could you do another one right away? 😂 Just kidding, couldn't resist after last weeks comment. 😁 Just getting started on this video. Thanks, B
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So glad I discovered your channel today. Thanks for this helpful video. Wondering if you have a link for the Amazon personal flight pouch (black) that Carrie uses?
Our travel essential video will be out next week with links to everything!! 😁Thank you for watching, we are happy that you found us!! ❤️
Hello! Glad to see another helpful video from you guys! We are full time travelers and are just completing our first 5 month trip. You inspired us to try this lifestyle and we are really enjoying it (and spending much less than if we lived in the US with tons of stuff and a house!). We have taken several hopper flights on RyanAir, Wizz and EasyJet in Europe during our travels and the Away bigger carry on bag and your new small carry on bags are significantly larger than the tiny bag sizers for the budget airlines. We saw many people get stopped and asked to put their bags in the sizers and are hesitant to go that large. We are now traveling with Osprey backpacks that do fit in the sizers, however, he trolley bag is appealing in that there is nothing on your back. I fear we would be paying for a checked bag every time on those budget airlines! You mentioned you have been overweight (your bags, of course) and had to pay to check. Have you ever been asked to put your bags in the sizers? Any advice from your community will also be appreciated! Cheers and thanks again for all the excellent content!
Hi! So happy you're living this lifestyle so far 😊.
We haven't ever had our bags measured through Europe, Mexico or Southeast Asia. We have had our bags both under seat and overhead weighed though and needed to check just and handful of times. We've also flown all the budget lines, except Wizz Air. The key is trying to look as small as possible I think 😉.
Great video, very helpful. Thanks for sharing with us. No rain gear? Also, Brian, can you tell me more about the shoes you pack?
We usually don't travel with rain gear. We try to avoid rainy seasons that would require it, but things may change moving forward! 😁
In a month we traveled through 6 countries in Europe and I had 13 interchangeable outfits. I rolled all my clothing which kept the wrinkles down and all fit in one softsided carryon with accurate dimensions.👍
You're totally a pro packer!! We are impressed. Thanks, for adding your tips for watching. 😊
Thanks for your videos, they are a handy source of information. I am interested in the black, sort of according style pouch that Carrie keeps by the bedside. Referenced purchasing it from Amazon but I didn't see it in the list of links. Perhaps it isn't available anymore and that's why it wasn't listed. Hoping it is still available and that you can share the link or relevant info. Thanks in advance.
Hi! It's a fantastic bag and such a great purchase. Stay tuned for this next Saturday's video, where we share our top packing essentials. We will have a list of all our favorites with links and that will be on there 😉.
Great video. Thank you for all of the useful tips and the links. Carrie, for your new Away personal item bag, did you get the 20L or the 28L? Does it fit under the seat in front of you?
I miss spoke in the video and actually got the 26L😊 and yes, it fits under the seat. The link to the website is in the video description. Thank you for watching!! 😁
Carrie I love your bags. I was just wondering if it is a problem keeping them clean since they are white?
The Away bags also come with magic erasers to keep them clean! 😁
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Great information. We really enjoy your videos. We have been practicing our packing for a 2 month SE Asia trip in January. We have the new Larq water bottles and are wondering if you ever put tap water in them in your travels? Ours are UV and filtered
That's all we use them for is tap water.
Hi there! Hope y’all are doing well. ❤Greg and I head to Porto in late-Feb. Still have yet to get a new suitcase, tho. 😳
We are considering Briggs & Riley, Monos, and Away. So hard to make a decision, especially since that item will be such a major player in our lives with the upcoming travel.
We are headed south for the holidays tomorrow and will be stopping at Portland Gear to check out their backpacks as the algorithm goddesses were kind enough to place them in our path. 😂
That being said, I really like the look and seeming functionality of B’s Evergoods backpack, but am not seeing a 28L backpack on their website. Did he mean the 26L?
As always, thank you both SO much for sharing your experience and thoughts!
Y’all are the best! ❤ Cheers! 🍻 😊
Yes!! As soon as I started editing, I realized I miss spoke! It is the 26L! 😁 You really can't go wrong with the mid-range, quality brand of luggage. Just don't cheap out!! For us it was the size that we liked the best. Thank you for watching and safe travels!! ❤️
Hey Brian and Carrie, cool video. I'm in the market for a new backpack now and will check out Ever Goods Backpacks for sure. Will be in the US at my sons wedding late November/Early December and will hopefully get new pack shipped then. Real difficult to get stuff shipped to Europe (Portugal) It is really amazing how little we can take as we travel the World like you guys. Just don't need that much stuff as you say. Isn't life Fun and Amazing. JP Porto
I do believe it is a bag worth looking into, JP! And yes, life is fun and amazing!! 😁🍻
Thank you for sharing the video. I have been a carry on traveler since I first started traveling and can't see doing anything else. I do love packing cubes as they keep me organized. I just put the cubes into the drawers and rarely fully unpack. I would be curious what is the total weight that you carry around? I try to stay under 30 pounds for both my suitcase and personal item combined.
We around 30 pounds as well. 😁
@@BrianandCarrie 30lbs? When I used to travel for work my laptop roller bag was 25lbs. Plus my 75lb tool case and 40-50lb clothes luggage (depending on the trip). Hmm, can't imagine why I burnt out. 🤔
Can you share the links for the small passport bag and the small black bag in your personal bag? Thanks!
Same here please
Our essential video will be out next week with links to everything!! Thank you for watching!! ❤️
Hi B&C. Are you guys doing fast travel again? I thought you were done with it since Europe. Love the videos.
We are spending 10 days plus in each location if not longer. We may to a two day stop over but followed by a month long stay as well.
Great video. We pack carry-on only (packing bags) and a backpack each and find there are still things we don't use!! Did I miss the link for the bag that Carrie uses? The one that slips on her suitcase
You did not miss it! Thank you! It has been added. 😁
AWAY-Carries Personal bag: www.awaytravel.com/travel-bags/everywhere-bag?color=salt_white
What is the brand of the orange magnetic handy bag Brian uses I love it.
That is also made by Evergoods. The link is in the video description below. It is a great little bag!!
Hi guys. Can you share the name or link for Brian's magnetic passport holder?
That is made by Evergoods! The link is in the description. 😊
I find it hard in winter summer.. light jacket and trainers not enough in snow... plus large stock of expensive meds. Plus noone warned me re hurricane warnings ekec cuts in Mexico ..
Thanks for the video, very informative, a couple of questions for you please. Where did you get your cover for your Larq water bottle Carrie ? Not sure if you mentioned but I assume you check in your cases and take your back packs on the plane etc with you?
We actually carry-on both bags!! 😊 You can find the Larq water bottle covers on the Larq website. Thank you for watching!!
@ thank you, we found what we wanted 👍 do you pay extra for carry on weight ?
We check in online, so we never get weighed. 😁
Any suggestions for a travel Sunrise Alarm Clark. I am doing a TransAtlantic cruise in a inside cabin.
We use our phones!
can you share the link for the amazon pouch? thank you!
Our travel essential video will be out next week with links to everything!! 😁Thank you for watching,
Can you put a link for Carrie’s pouch for airplane essentials? Thank you!
Our essential video will be out next week with links to everything!! Thank you for watching!! ❤️
Can you provide a link for the burnt orange organizer pouch?
Yes, it is made by Evergoods and the link is in the video description. 😁
Do you have a link to Brian’s shoes?
Yes, we do! Here you go and thank you for watching!!
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Thank you. Trying to find the Amazon bag that Carrie keeps her eye mask in. I didn’t see it linked? Is there any information you can provide?
Our travel essential video will be out next week with links to everything!! Thank you for watching!! ❤️
We travel with carry-on luggage - a 22”. Between one pair of shoes, clothing and my hanging toiletry bag, it’s stuffed! I keep my tech, meds, plane essentials and makeup in my personal bag. The thing is, we ALWAYS have to do laundry once every 4 days or so because I sweat through the backs of my shirts even if it’s only 70 degrees. I can’t stand it.
We feel your pain - it is such a struggle to travel light and stay comfortable, especially if you get warm easily! We typically do laundry about as often as you do. It's the one drawback of packing light. 😊
@ yes, and I just don’t care for washing in the bathtub (if there is one) or in the sink. The items just don’t seem clean enough for me! And then they take a long time to dry. I’d rather take 60-90 minutes and go to a laundromat.
Clothes are just better washed and dried in a machine! 😁
Now you guys are just showing off, dying your clothes while traveling? 😆 (don't you just love spellcheck?)😁
LOL!! Corrected! 😁
What’s the bag brand that you say you put your eye mask in? Sorry if I missed it but don’t see it in the links/description. thanks!
Hi! Next Saturday is our Top travel essentials video and that's one of them 😉. We'll have a full list with links in the description of that video.
Thanks! Have a beer on me, friends❤
Thank you again, Sandy for all the support!! We appreciate you! ❤️
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Sure, as long as you don’t need much hiking and all-weather gear.
True but we would be packing less warm weather gear to make room for all weather gear. We will be doing so coming up with our trip to Argentina!
No PJs Brian? 🤭
No, I haven't worn PJs since 3rd grade. 😁
The folding magnetic bag is not linked. Can you post?
It is the same link as the Evergoods backpack. 😁
This may sound silly but do you pack any books and or games? We have a tiny word game called Dicewords that we have carried for years. Also I have a thin copy of Alice in Wonderland that I will probably carry to the grave.
We used to carry a couple of decks of playing cards but never used them.
I guess everyone’s thought of traveling light is different
I'm sure it is. Thanks for watching.
Hi thanks for the great video. Can i clarify please that you each carry on that hard case AND the soft bags as carry on and not checked in luggage???
That would seem alot. I thought the strict weight for carry on is total 7kg and only one main bag and something small and personal like a purse or laptop is acceptable.
I do worry a bit about being caught out with too much at the last minute before boarding. On google flights alot of the cheap airlines seem to hide their luggage criteria to catch you out and leave me vulnerable. Is there an easier way to establish this? It can be confusing. TIA
We take each with us on the plan and have never been asked to weigh our personal bags. That includes flights on Wizz Air, Ryan Air, and all the rest. If we ever get worried, we will check the luggage.
@BrianandCarrie WOW that's really good. Do you have any idea how much both bags would weigh. I mean have you ever done a test for your own knowledge? If I do a domestic flight in my country it's the dimensions of the bag plus they often weigh everything you are carrying ie. Bag and purse and laptop bag and it supposed to not be above 7kg total. I stuff my pockets and wear all the heavier clothes as I know I am always borderline and scared they will hit me with a ridiculous fee for excess luggage.
We are around 30 pounds total.
OMG that was 2 years ago 😮
Right!? 😊 Crazy how time flies!
So what are you wearing to bed? No pjs in there?
I have my workout shorts and a tank top that work perfectly for that when needed. Thanks so much for watching 😊
Great video. Can you share what water bottles you use?
Thank you 😊. Yes, these are the ones we use: imp.i263265.net/g15ZX0
You have beautiful arm and shoulder- no wonder you wear tanks!
Thank you so much ❤️
Great videos😊 we are leaving for Latin America for about 4 months and were wondering if you guys registered on my travel.state.gov? Or how do yall get updates on anything crazy going on where you are? Thx SO MUCH 🎉
Vic and Jill
Yes, we do. We register with the S T E P program that keeps us informed.