Tiny Travel Essentials That Will Change Your Life
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- Опубліковано 10 тра 2024
- These hacks use small travel essentials to help your vacation. These little things turn into travel hacks when you use something you already have to help your flight be more comfortable. These tiny items will help you pack light with less weight. #travelhacks
My really little travel gear:
Blouse: bit.ly/3smTUB4
Liquids bag set: amzn.to/3OH8A5V
Small containers: amzn.to/42BkTq0
Spatula: amzn.to/3uytIV2
Ear plugs: amzn.to/3w6T5hf
Eye drops: Systane individual vials
Travel perfume La Vie est Belle: bit.ly/49HPPIB
Eyelash primer Lancome: bit.ly/40URk1V
Folding toothbrush: amzn.to/3SSvRo8
Hair color powder: amzn.to/489u16K
3-in1 foundation: bit.ly/3ut9U5H
Hollywood tape: amzn.to/3SALmiY
Makeup pouch (only one has the pouch): amzn.to/49vcl6G
Q-tip travel case: amzn.to/3uzmMXJ
Tin: amzn.to/3SrwLaS
Floss sticks: amzn.to/49cEgIi
Black tin: amzn.to/4bxf8hh
Zipper hooks: amzn.to/4aZDjoh
Liquids bag for Europe: amzn.to/4bqAjBP
Backpack anti-theft: amzn.to/3w75yBr
Apple tracker: amzn.to/3Kwe9RR
Key chain for tracker: amzn.to/43uysI8
Peeps: amzn.to/3ukbXZM
Set of glasses cleaners: amzn.to/41bVLnA
Hidden money belt: amzn.to/4aj7INt
Shoe tracker sole: amzn.to/42zGqzB
Cheap pad for shoe: bit.ly/3Gj3aJX
Waterproof shoe with zipper Munro (runs a tad large in heel): bit.ly/42mNy2k (These look so good on!
Waterproof sneaker Blondo (runs large): bit.ly/49kKtlG
Hotel slippers: amzn.to/42vklCh
Pink sandals: bit.ly/3vVST4v
Neck fan necklace: amzn.to/3OEmsxU
Neck fan - no blades: amzn.to/3UyWQX5
Neck pillow: amzn.to/48aHtHh
Eye pillow strap: amzn.to/3SB9pOK
This one is prettier: amzn.to/3ODLf51
Pill organizer: amzn.to/485mK7X
Electronics cord case: shoptripped.com/Laurie-instag...
Portable phone charger: amzn.to/3SSwAWo
Shampoo bar: Lush
Bag for wet soap: amzn.to/3L5jel2
Small baggies (set of 35): amzn.to/3NNpM9G
Thin RFID wallet: amzn.to/3SThn7w
Tray for hotel: amzn.to/3w6VCIh
Light for zippers: amzn.to/3uiWk4N
Set of 2 plug adapters: amzn.to/47ZlYtU
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Chapters:
00:00 Travel hacks with small items
00:34 Hack with cotton balls
1:17 Use little containers
2:02 Decant balms
3:15 Little ear plugs
4:35 Pack tiny eye drops
5:07 Travel hack perfume
5:49 Travel sized items
6:26 Folding toothbrush
7:34 Travel hack for outfits
8:27 Small toiletry items
9:45 Little zipper locks
13:38 Hidden item prevent theft
14:09 Shoe hacks
16:42 Small gear for vacation
17:57 Hacks for medicine
19:02 More small items for travel hacks
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My really little travel gear:
Blouse: bit.ly/3smTUB4
Liquids bag set: amzn.to/3OH8A5V
Small containers: amzn.to/42BkTq0
Spatula: amzn.to/3uytIV2
Ear plugs: amzn.to/3w6T5hf
Eye drops: Systane individual vials
Travel perfume La Vie est Belle: bit.ly/49HPPIB
Eyelash primer Lancome: bit.ly/40URk1V
Folding toothbrush: amzn.to/3SSvRo8
Hair color powder: amzn.to/489u16K
3-in1 foundation: bit.ly/3ut9U5H
Hollywood tape: amzn.to/3SALmiY
Makeup pouch (only one has the pouch): amzn.to/49vcl6G
Q-tip travel case: amzn.to/3uzmMXJ
Tin: amzn.to/3SrwLaS
Floss sticks: amzn.to/49cEgIi
Black tin: amzn.to/4bxf8hh
Zipper hooks: amzn.to/4aZDjoh
Liquids bag for Europe: amzn.to/4bqAjBP
Backpack anti-theft: amzn.to/3w75yBr
Apple tracker: amzn.to/3Kwe9RR
Key chain for tracker: amzn.to/43uysI8
Peeps: amzn.to/3ukbXZM
Set of glasses cleaners: amzn.to/41bVLnA
Hidden money belt: amzn.to/3wijeJW
Shoe tracker sole: amzn.to/42zGqzB
Cheap pad for shoe: bit.ly/3Gj3aJX
Waterproof shoe with zipper Munro (runs a tad large in heel): bit.ly/42mNy2k (These look so good on!
Waterproof sneaker Blondo (runs large): bit.ly/49kKtlG
Hotel slippers: amzn.to/42vklCh
Pink sandals: bit.ly/3vVST4v
Neck fan necklace: amzn.to/3OEmsxU
Neck fan - no blades: amzn.to/3UyWQX5
Neck pillow: amzn.to/48aHtHh
Eye pillow strap: amzn.to/3SB9pOK
This one is prettier: amzn.to/3ODLf51
Pill organizer: amzn.to/485mK7X
Electronics cord case: shoptripped.com/Laurie-instagram-teal-pouch
Portable phone charger: amzn.to/3SSwAWo
Shampoo bar: Lush
Bag for wet soap: amzn.to/3L5jel2
Small baggies (set of 35): amzn.to/3NNpM9G
Thin RFID wallet: amzn.to/3SThn7w
Tray for hotel: amzn.to/3w6VCIh
Light for zippers: amzn.to/3uiWk4N
Set of 2 plug adapters: amzn.to/47ZlYtU
Videos:
Hacks with plastic bags: bit.ly/TravelTipsPlasticBaggies
bit.ly/SpringBreakBeach2024
bit.ly/OutfitsForAirplane
bit.ly/TipsNotGetPickpocket
I used that back as my day bag on many tours in Ireland and other day trips in the states. I love it because It's lightweight, packable and it really works to help prevent someone from sneakily unzipping your bag to gain access on the sly.
And you can tell it holds a ton while being very lightweight! @@DLFH
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Boy howdy it does! I also forgot to mention the many organizational pockets.
Love your channel!!!!! Long-time sub
Flying to Ireland for 10 days. Any suggestions
TSA rules include liquids, creams, gels, pastes and aerosols are limited to 3.4oz and should be in your 3-1-1 bag. The balm or gels for skin care have to conform to the rules. Also, vaseline is considered a gel. Peanut butter is a paste. Since the containers you use are so small it's very possible the x-ray screeners don't care about those small items, Also, typically, mascara, lip colors, etc. aren't large enough for consideration. Any food has to have the container size on it and be 3.4 oz. or below to pass. Good idea to remove food items to avoid a bag check. Just trying to help from a former TSA agent.
Also beware of allowable foods that can be brought into countries. There's a lot of banned foods, etc.
Wet wipes are not liquids 😅
Perhaps it's only TSA, but I've traveled to other parts of the world from Europe (with, like Laurie says, a much smaller standard liquid bag) quite often lately and our restrictions dont seem to be so severe. Vaseline may be considered a liquid, but it's practically solid in its container, and never once was I requested to put it in the liquid bag. Oddly enough, my small, creamy liquid eyeshadow also travels in my makeup bag (I'm pushing my luck with it, I know), and not once has it been flagged. Having said that, I put everything else in the liquid bag, because even a stray, forgotten nail polish bottle gets spotted during security.
I live in glasgow. We usually fly via Heathrow you can barely fly anywhere from glasgow and now I just grab some extra plastic liquids bags at the airport. If I’m flying hand luggage only I’ve started to just use this instead of an actual toiletry bag. I’ve had security in glasgow tell me I had too much stuff (it was all tiny but all fitted in the bag). She said that Heathrow would make me get rid of a lot of it (they didn’t). Edinburgh emptied my case out looking for a stick deodorant because their scanner can’t tell the difference between them and liquids.
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Hi there! For eye cream and other items where even the smallest container is too large, I use new contact lens cases. The compartments are very small but plenty large enough for 2 weeks of eye cream, concealer, etc. And the screw caps are completely leak proof.
Genius!
Yes! That's all I use. Looks funny to have 4-6 pairs of cases, but it saves so much space. More than enough products for a yearly 3 week overseas trip for me. 👍🏻
Yes! Several years ago (at a grocery store pharmacy) I bought a container with multiple contact lenses cases that have different color lids. Such a space saver in that TSA Quart bag & versatile for packing those creams, sunscreen, etc. etc. 😊 Sharpie marker the name of the product on the lid...reusable after travel. 😊
Definitely. Been using them for YEARS! Even in my purse for non-traveling.
Yup. Lens cases are the way to go. Been using them for years for my loose powder and foundation.
On one episode you mentioned how it’s easier to pack toiletries in several small bags to squish into crevices between your clothes. That’s a great idea but I really love my travel toiletries bag with four sections and a hanger. It does take up a lot of room and there’s my conundrum. Then I realized-duh-I can still take that bag, just don’t put anything in it! Put it flat into the front pocket of the suitcase, roll it up and put it in your compression cube with jeans, roll it all the way out and place it between the two sections of the suitcase with your rain jacket, stick it inside a shoe…many possibilities without taking up much space. Once you unpack in your room, transfer all your ziplock items into your toiletry bag and hang it in the bathroom. Ta-daaa!😅
Brilliant! I love this idea!
Paperclips work the same way as those zipper locks so if you're in a pinch, grab a paperclip and weave it between the zipper pulls and voila!
Love that travel hack. You can use it if a zipper breaks off too.
Thanks, that's a great tip.
Such a great idea! Thanks 😊
A friend of mine uses split rings to 'lock' zippers that don't have to be opened often.
I do it with safety pins, and bonus, you can use for fashion emergencies plus they work for opening the sim card tray on phones.
If you don’t have enough plugs or an adapter in your hotel in Europe, you can plug your phone into the smart TV’s USB port and turn on TV to charge your phone.
I cannot find them usually.
Wow!
Best tip I got was to ensure that your phone, passport, money, cards and jewellery are in your handbag/purse when you go to sleep in your hotel room. If the fire alarm goes offing (or another emergency requiring immediate evac) you have everything you need ready in one place and you just grab it. You can then vacate your room and wait for the all-clear. And it finally happened to me at the Hyatt in Seattle - 27th floor! But I had everything I needed (or was dear to me) to get me home to the UK, had the building actually been on fire...
I love using a valet tray or bright piece of fabric for that if I do not take a crossbody bag.
And your car key for when you get home!
We take laundry soap sheets like Clean Earth or Earth Breeze. They do not have to be in liquids bad and I tear them into a smaller piece if washing in the sink.
Thanks!!
I love the sheets because it’s less weight you have to carry to the laundromat. Also, I found soap sheets. They are best for visits to public restrooms that ran out of soap. That happens too much. Hand sanitizer is not my preference all the time.
You can find body wash sheets like that, too. Not only helps with the liquid restrictions, but weigh less and take up less space as well.
AWESOME TIP!!
we love our ECOS laundry sheets! So convenient!
I carry a platic 'S' hook (from Amazon). These are useful when there isn't a hook on the back of a toilet door and I don't want to put my bag on the floor. I can put the 'S' hook over the top of the door (if it isn't too high) and hang my bag on the other end.
Such a great idea! I forget about those little travel items.
Just a thought, this is a great way for thiefs to know that you are hanging your purse or bag there and all they need to do is reach over the top of the door and grab it and run! :( (not only have I heard about this from various people before but an FTO did this to his boot with her gun belt on the TV show The Rookie to teach her a lesson lol but true!)
If I were you I would try to find something else to hang it on. 😮
That,s very true, thank you for pointing that out. I would only use this as a last resort. Equally someone could reach under the door either from outside or the next cubical and grab the bag if it is on the floor, would look suspicious though. I am not keen on putting my bag on a dirty floor though. Never the less these hooks have many uses, in hotel bathrooms for instance. Being an ex Londoner I try to be aware of what is going on around me, but you can always get caught out, you can only do your best. @@sonyad7723
@@sonyad7723Agree!
I think she means the hotel bathroom door…? 🤓
Last year I did almost 6 weeks in New Zealand and Australia from the UK and I took a small pot of moisturiser. I knew it was enough because I put the date I start and finish a jar on the underside and this allowed me to calculate how much I use per week (plus a little extra) and pack accordingly. I know I am a geek but it worked perfectly.,!
Smart!
That’s a great tip! I’m going to do a test run with my travel sizes before my trip! Thanks!
Laurie, when flying, my hack is to leave everything not absolutely necessary behind. For example, my supplements, body lotions and such are left home, along with any unnecessary meds. I've found all goes well without them. It's not like I'm going away for months. Only essentials travel with me, such as deodorant, face lotion w/sunscreen (mine is so dry), tooth brush/paste/floss, body wash that's also for washing hair. This is also used to wash undies each night, so this and clothing are very comfortable, classy and minimalist. We often forget that the same people are not going to see us on flights, or daily, wonder why we don't wear different clothes every day. It's amazing how careful planning eliminates what we think are must haves when traveling. Great tips!
Thank you, great tips 🌟
Laurie, just FYI, the reason Pseudoephedren is illegal in Mexico is that it is one of the main ingredients for making Meth. In the US, the Sudafed that is sold otc hasn't been pseudoephedrine for at least 10 years. It is a controlled substance, so it is only available at the pharmacy counter. A government issued ID is required for purchasing it. Since most drugs are available otc (even RX drugs) in Mexico, it was made illegal. However, all that being said, if you bought your Sudafed off the shelf at Walmart or Walgreens or wherever in the US, it isn't illegal in Mexico because it's Phenylephrine, not Pseudoephidrine. 😊
Just reread my comment, I spelled Pseudoephedrine 3 different ways, lol. It is spelled correctly in this comment!
That's great unless you have medical issues, ethnic hair, sensitive skin, etc. I have to get VERY creative as I cannot find things that I need to be comfortable in a lot of places...or if I could find them, it would take up valuable time on the ground in a location.
Yes I totally agree if you can. Like my Vitamin C serum, I left that at home when I traveled to Belgium because I needed liquids bag room.
I use an empty plastic chewing gum container to
roll up money notes in case my purse gets lost/stolen. Then I always have an emergency money stash.
I use a safety pin to ‘hook’ together the zipper pulls on my bags. Can be used for other things too, and often come free in the vanity kits in hotels
Great idea especially since people do not use those alot anymore.
My ears used to ALWAYS clog on descent and sometimes take 2-3 days to clear. Now on takeoff I take 1 Sudafed and squirt 2 squirts Afrin up each nostril and it is MAGIC!
I do Sudafed before boarding starts, along with EarPlanes. Magic.
Thanks, will give that a try!
Bring a bunch of used plastic grocery bags - stuff them all into one. They have a lot of uses (especially packing your soiled shoes -one per shoe). I also always bring a few quart and gallon freezer ziplocks.
+💯 for Earplanes‼️ I have used them for 10 years plus. They have a micro bladder inside that regulates pressure AND they cut down on loud engine noise (plus babies crying, seat neighbor conversations, etc)
They are a magical item I have heard for ear pressure.
I used to have real problems with ear pain and it was unpredictable, in that it didn't happen every time I flew, but when it did happen it was terrible and often resulted in blocked ears for days after. I've been using ear planes for about 8 years now and provided you insert them at least half an hour before descent I've had no more ear pain. For flights that are 2-3 hours, I usually put them in before take off and just leave them in. They're not uncomfortable
@@bflya64 They REALLY work, I agree! But as for leaving them in for the whole flight, I guess the only problem would be if you wanted to use earbuds at the same time for your IFE. But if you're just reading while you fly, that works - it also blocks out noise a little bit as well.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie😮
Hi Laurie. I went to Ireland for 3 weeks in Sept of '23 and had great success packing all of my many medications ( I'm on oral chemotherapy) thanks to your recommendation of the mini silicone zipper bags. The fact that I could color code them made an enormous job much more managable. I passed along many of your other simplifying tops to my travel companion. We both love your channel. Thank you so much. We are both in the Occupational Therapy profession so simplifying anything always gets my vote!!
Oh, I bet you have alot of tips for lifting a suitcase? Compression socks? Neck pillows?
I like using cling wrap for jewelry, especially necklaces!!!
Hi Laurie, for a recent long international cruise, I had my pharmacist print labels for my necessary prescriptions. They fit almost perfectly on those little silicone zippered bags. These worked so well for my meds and took up no space. No questions asked.
Yes, some pharmacists say they cannot do that.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie she told me that some airlines don’t like them, because it says it’s a reprinted label or some nonsense, but I only had small amounts, so I guess they didn’t care.
Thanks for that tip. That was a question I had. I traveled to Italy in October and brought all the bottles because I didn’t realize there was another option
Excellent tip - especially for those of us with several necessary meds
@@joy2440 yep, for me, there’s 6!
I bought a shampoo bar for travel. What l do is take a vegetable peeler and peel or scrape off pieces and put them in a small travel container. Much easier to pack and no gooey mess to worry about. Use one or two pieces or as many as needed for shampooing your hair
That is a great travel hack!
Super tip!
Remember that craft stores like Michael's sell various sizes of ziplock baggies from 1"×1" to 5"×6". I use them ALL the time.
We do too! I put otc meds in them, then write the name and dosage on the outside. The take up so little room.
Me too...for my floss-picks; q-tips; my Invisalign in my purse, corralling any sample packets of skin care; for a mini nail brush; and the mini pill zip baggies for my daily vitamins (which I can conveniently grab and bring down to breakfast).
Thanks for the tips.
Walmart sells them in their craft section too. ☺️
Some companies (Wrigley’s EXTRA) sell gum in plastic containers. I loved them to store in my desk at work then realized they are perfect for travel as well.
@@lynnevandewalle3829 You are absolutely on point. Frugal travelers can accomplish the same tiny-travel goals by re-imagining the things you get with other purchases. If you take off the label, those tubes of M&Ms at the supermarket checkout are a great storage receptacle for q-tips, the dehydrated hand towel "tablets", hairpins or other thin/small items. Let your imagination run wild!
I use old RX bottles to pack my q-tips. I also use those to put in my first aid kit. They are just the perfect height for Q-tips.
Me too. Also use them for hair pins/ elastics. Some jewelry too. I keep quarters in one in the car as well. Also have one w paper clips, safety pins and clips w some duct tape wound on a coated piece of a playing card.
I have not heard of winding duct tape on a coated playing card. Can you explain?
I think the duct tape/playing card tip allows you to carry A little tape for emergencies. The plastic coating on the card keeps the tape from sticking. I could be wrong.
As a senior citizen I love my small soft travel jewelry case. Sometimes when I am in a place different from my home I need orderliness. IN other words, everything in its place. This small case keeps my jewelry orderly and I can quickly check to see that it is all there. Seniors get distracted, forget and misplace things. This makes sure quickly that I have everything.
When traveling to Europe, I always pack a microfiber travel/camping washcloth. I have to use a wash cloth and not all hotels supply them in the rooms.
I also carry a small packet of duct tape (looking for similar packets of painters tape) just in case.
I wrap some on a pen or just create your own mini roll by rolling on itself or a paperclip
@@terrabledsoe4812 thanks for the idea!
🌻Helpful tips! I keep my airplane compliant clear toiletry bag filled with the bathroom items I need for travel. When I return from a trip, I immediately refill the containers, so my little bag is always ready to go! Saves so much time! Plus I know everything is there. 🌻I also keep a packing checklist on my phone so I won’t need to remember all of the things I need to bring. 🌻I keep a grocery checklist for when I get to my destination, so I can easily and quickly order my groceries without having to think about it.
Have you ever ordered ahead at Walmart or a grocery and picked them up upon arrival?
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Laurie, good idea! I won’t be picking them up from the store but will have them delivered. And I would feel funny about having my groceries sitting outside of my Airbnb or hotel room without me being there. No telling what delays will occur. I guess I could schedule what time they would be delivered, so thank you!!🥰
@@texasgoddess323 Oh yes, I am talking about you picking your order up at the store the day you land.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Girl, in what car?!😝 That’s a lot of Ubering $$. Thx, love!
For soap and shampoo bars, if you use a tiny drill bit and put a few holes in a plastic soap box, it won't leak, and the soap can dry.
Instead of zipper locks, we use twisties/bread ties threaded thru the zipper pulls and twisted close. Totally free option!
So smart!
Great tip!!!!! tfs
My toiletry “hacks” include using contact lens case for moisturizers/serums (because they don’t leak and you really shouldn’t need THAT much), recently I bought empty lip gloss containers for my shampoo/conditioner/facial cleansers, and the dollar tree has plackers floss pick travel packs and i use the containers for qtips, flossers and even hair pins.
I absolutely love the idea of that mini light attached to a zipper on a coat, backpack or tote! I used to carry a small flashlight in my purse but this is genius! I once was on a train in Italy and while in the bathroom the lights went out. Thank goodness I had my little flashlight. In the future I will get a few of these attachable zip lights for space saving, convenience, and safety!
It's a great little find and I just keep it on that zipper until I need it.
I have the one she showed and clipped it inside my backpack so I can see what's in there when it's dark in the airplane! 😉
Don’t forget that your phone has a flashlight and so does Apple watch
Sudafed is one of the ingredients in a dangerous drug. That's why you have to have your license or ID when you purchase it here.
@@axisgirlvaughn7446 well yeah if you have that kind of phone. Some of us choose to use 'flip' phone....
I wet cotton rounds with makeup remover or toner and place them in a light weight jar. I smash about 25 into the jar that I use, and they last for weeks. I have also wrapped several small bundles of 3 to 4 saturated cotton rounds with plastic wrap and then just stick them in a sandwich sized baggie. The problem with just throwing everything into one baggie is that they are constantly exposed to air and they dry our easily. Limiting the exposure to air will allow them to last for weeks.
Thanks for that idea!!
The crafting stores sell different size see-through plastic baggies.
Wet wipes are a lot easier
I always travel with a short extension cord (3 feet). I plug the cord to the plug adapter and then I have 3 US outlets. The extension cord also helps if the plug is a bit loose, because it does not weigh much. Great tips, as always!
Yes good reminder; I do have one.
I use a Cpap and always carry an extension cord when I travel. Especially overseas because they don’t seem to have many plugs and they are usually far from the bed.
I really appreciate your ways to pack essentials as well as all the things you want to bring based on what you will actually use on your trip. And how you do not need to bring the "whole house" to make sure your trip is fully covered. I have a 7g screw top pot I got in a travel kit that I repurposed for my eye cream to take with me on 1-3 day trips. Best part is how I didn't have to buy one of these containers, and it fits more than enough eye cream for the time I will be gone.
Yay! More great travel helps! I have so many of these that you have recommended before but I have added several of these to my list. We travel throughout Europe for work and your tips have made our travels so much easier. Thank you!😊
I like that you twist the small light to turn it on. I need a light that doesn’t make a big clicking sound that wakes everyone up when I get up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night.
I wear Vessi shoes. They're all 100% waterproof and I've walked into standing water and my feet stayed completely dry. And they come in many different styles and colors.
Merrill has a lot of waterproof slip on Mocs/shoes/boots/sneakers. I was a nurse and wore Merrill’s for 25 years. Had winter Mocs and lighter mesh ones. 23:03
@@barbararuddy868 they're waterproof? That's so cool! I'll look into these to see what they have for different styles. Thanks
I don't even know who you are in that gorgeous silk blouse, which matches your carry-on suitcase! :)
I know you've covered some of these items in other vids, but I appreciate the update. We'll be flying out of the country next month, for the first time in many years, and you're helping me feel extra prepared, and less stressed. Thanks bunches!
Yay I am so glad. Forgot that I just filmed another video with this blouse too! It might confuse people.
oops - I thought the blouse was satin charmeuse - like a gray shirt I had before retirement. Still lovely!
Here’s a good one. If you were dentures you need a cup to soak them in cleaner. Don’t take the big boxy ones. Get a small collapsible silicone bowl and use that instead. Just lay a washcloth over it while they are soaking.
I love this hack!
I do something similar for my orthodontic retainers, I found a collapsible cup with a snap on lid that I soak them in. Plus I also have a cup if I ever need it.
@@Rye_ToastThis is what I have as well.
Some great little gadgets here Laurie. I know I have suggested this before, but my best hack for protecting valuables from theft, both in tourist areas/public transport and when you fall asleep on the plane or train, is to keep anything valuable in an inner zipped pocket of a closed travel vest or jacket. Scottevest is expensive but really good, and it doesn't look like it's covered in pockets like some of the fishing/hunting types pocketed vests. I bring those flat slippers everywhere I go. Since living in Japan, I will not wear outdoor shoes into anyone's home, so I always have flat slippers to slip into. I like the Fitkicks, because they have an outdoor sole, so can be worn inside your room, down to the lobby for breakfast, or even as beach shoes. (No good for long walking though). I have both versions of those fans, the round-the-neck one is good to keep in my EDC bag for any time I'm hot, while the collar style is great for when it's seriously hot, like being outside all day at powwow or a folk festival in summer. I put those tiny zipper pull flashlights on every single purse, tote, and jacket I own!
Ahhh folk festivals are coming!! Thanks Jen.
My new favourite: coloured pipe cleaners. I use different colours to keep my cords tidy and easily identify which cord is which. I also use pipe cleaners to secure the zippers on my backpack and suitcase. As you said, it's about slowing down a potential thief.
Great tip!
Also make sure if youre using a moisturizer with spf that you are adequately applying enough to be an effective sun protection. I think you need a 1/4 tsp for face which is why its usually not recommended to use a foundation as your spf
I save the little plastic shower caps and use them on my feet when going through security when wearing shoes without socks. Then take them off and toss them!
I love those tiny zip-lock bags! I use them for over the counter meds, prescription meds, jewelry - they're small enough that you could separate pieces if you have a necklace & chain-type bracelet that you don’t want to get tangled together, knitting notions, panti liners (1 or 2 will fit perfectly), Altoids (take up much less room than the tin), cotton rounds, wired earbuds for the airplane, etc. They are so easy to stick in a pouch, pocket of your purse or personal item bag, your 3-1-1 pouch, electronics pouch or wherever the items inside need to go.
They really are helpful
Thanks Laurie and others for these great tips, many I will use on my upcoming trip Australia to UK via Singapore. Its decades since I've flown international so am grateful for all the advice.
I get a kick out of the little things! I love to organize with them. Thanks for sharing! God Bless you and your family!
You are so welcome! How do you organize them?
Well, I live in a very small home but I love to have a lot of small samples of products that I use. So, the small pouches and containers help me keep everything organized! When I told you that you help me organize my life, it's the truth!😊
When traveling through Heathrow I always keep the 1 liter bag that they give you for liquids and keep for the next time so I can transfer items on the plane, saves a lot of stress when you are going through security.
I usually double these bags and dispose the outer one each time, bins at the airports are very dirty. Just ask for extras each time
I have 8 new items on my Travel List for Amazon now. The European-size liquids baggie is what I really needed to know for an upcoming flt to London. Thank you for all your ideas and for keeping the economy thriving! (Wife of a DFW pilot)
Hi and thanks again!
Love the slip in of your beautiful kitty.
We went to ireland last june for 10 days and so many of your tips helped me! Compression cubes - game changer! And i still use my small rfid wallet with a wristlet strap to carry with my keys when i don’t want to take a purse when running into a store. Also remembering that 3.4 oz of liquid is overkill for things like moisturizer. I work for an airport so I appreciate that you are thoughtful and honest with tips.
Ahh yay!!
I use a Ptouch label maker on cords, and the mini ziplocks. For meds, I label TUES 1 TUES2 for the length of the trip. All the bags go in a clear zipper bag, in chronological order with my printed meds sheet (from my chart). I then use the empty bag to bring home small items I buy It like earrings. Or I may fill with hotel hand lotion rather than take a bottle. I get about 3 trips per bag before they split or stain.
I love my ear planes! I’ve been using these for years!❤
My mother had vascular dementia. Putting one of those trackers in a shoe pad is genius. There should be some sort of funding for care homes to use.
Love Lancôme eyelash primer. Game changer. Even better- Soak cotton pads with makeup remover. Just pulled out the cotton pads I soaked in Oct 2023 for our trip to Chicago and they’re still super moist. I was shocked.
Hi Laurie! Great video! I’ve switched from makeup remover liquids to those mini makeup eraser microfiber towels, which removes all the grime easily. I also use bar shampoo & conditioner, & sheets of laundry detergent. I still have to pack contact lens solution, my fave foundation, sunscreen, moisturizer, and a serum or two, but that’s it. Every year my husband and I challenge ourselves to travel lighter and lighter no matter how long the stay-we’re down to a small carry on backpack for 3 weeks in Romania (and wherever we go). Cheers!
Yassss!!! Cotton ball trick is great! Thx Laurie! ❤
I love the waterproof sneakers by Vessi! They're good in both hot and cold weather, and the knit is nice and stretchy if you've got bunions. And you can take out the insoles to put in your own orthotics.
If you want waterproof shoes or ankle boots, pull on or laced styles, try VESSI. They are breathable and you can wade through water. Stretchy knit type of fabric. They have now come out with a jacket.
I concur! I also have a pair of Vessi and they are waterproof and really comfortable. I even bought a second pair!
I am looking into those for a trip to Scotland, where I hear it often rains. It is good to hear that you like them!
They also have arch support which is a must for me.
Thanks!
Yes! I came here to also recommend the Vessi shoes!
Nite Ize S-biners with the micro lock are really handy
I switched to the GUM folding toothbrush years ago after my two-part travel toothbrush came apart in a public restroom and the brush part hit the floor. I keep one in my purse and backpack for those "spinach moments" when eating out.
Found those zipper clips before I went to London/Edinburgh ❤ I re-use my altoid tins ❤ also re-use my sephora sample containers for my foundation 😊
Hi Laurie I just had to mention that I bought another one of those replacement straps in the fun colors because I had a flash of inspiration. I have a bunch of 80s/90s leather Coach bags that I never use anymore because they've got shoulder-bag length straps--but they're removable. I bought one to try it out and OMG I'm so freaking excited that I can get more use out of my favorite bags!! They have literally gathered dust in my closet since the 90s because I hate shoulder bags so much, I don't know why I didn't think to look for longer straps before, and the fun colors of these straps looks so darn cute with my old bags! So thanks again for the recommendation, I'm so stoked to use my favorite bags again!!
Yay! Taking it way back!
Thanks for the link for the safety socks...they're great!
Great video Laurie! So many helpful tips for my upcoming vacation. One thing I just bought was an "Add-a-Bag Luggage Strap." You clip the ring on your purse or backpack or personal item, then you can carry your sweater or jacket in the strap. Saves you holding the item. Or you can clip your water bottle on it or microfiber towel for the beach. So many options.
Thanks so much!!
Helpful video Laurie!!💜
I put those tiny Nite-Ize lights on the zipper pulls of my first aid pouch. So helpful!
Smart!
I pack a couple plastic-coated wire bag clips. They come in handy for curtains that don't close all the way, to keep snack bags shut and anything else that needs to be held together.
Thanks!
Hi Laurie, love your travel tips! Thank you!
Love love love your blouse Laurie. You look even more amazing in that fabulous color and style! I been using a mini light attached to the inside of my backpack in the dark airplane for years. Easier than trying to pull out your phone. Fiumicino in Italy has always been the easiest airport in the world. Indira Gahandi in India the absolute worst! Happy Travels Y’all ❤
Hi and thank you for watching!
I started traveling a few times a quarter for work and downsized everything to 2 oz containers and it's amazing. So much easier and lighter.
That's a great idea!
Woooo hooooo happy to see you Laurie!!! Taking a road trip soon with a flight in the middle!!!this will help❤❤❤
Ooh that would be tricky to pack for.
She's so good. So real!
Thank you so much! Great information!
We've used Earplanes for almost 20 years and LOVE them. I use the child size since my ears are small. My son used to swear by them, but now hes a pilot and can clear his ears - a trick i never mastered!
WHAT?! My husband has never talked about that.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie 🤷🏻♀️ I'm not sure how it works. I think he's also grown out of a lot of his childhood ear issues. I'm happy the newer planes have better pressurization than they used too. I felt NOTHING in the 787!!
I use medicine bottles with the labels pulled off-for q tips, elastic hair ties ,and dental brush picks.
I’m flyling for the first time in 8 years & your videos were so helpful! Thank you!
Thanks, so many good tips and products!!!
thanks again!! yes i know this vlog was mostly about make-up hacks, but i love these vlogs. anyway. when going through the tsa line. instead of having to remove my belt, i just don't wear one! my pants would fall down. SOOO i use 18 inches of velcro looped into the 2 front beltloops. keeps the pants up & you can put your belt on later.
You can use little bento sauce containers for liquids. They come in so many different sizes from under an ounce and up.
Cotton ball hack!!! Excellent!!!
Thank you so much for all of this travel information! I bought the earplugs for my upcoming trip to the UK. On a return trip from Ireland several years ago, I thought my eardrums were going to burst when we were landing! The pain was worse than childbirth! This is such a great comprehensive video for anyone traveling!❤
Oh how awful!
My first time flying was in Dec from Knoxville Tennessee to Orlando. Daughter broke her leg and thought she was going to have surgery so we basically threw together a few outfits and our meds.
We both have things we take in the morning and evening. I was afraid our individual am/pm packets would be a problem. But wasn’t. We’ve went back the beginning of January. She’s still in a rehab facility finally getting to move that leg some now so we won’t be flying back until she get discharged to help her move back to her home.
BUT learning so much of what to do and not. Water bottles!! We both have leak/spill proof bottles but don’t take.. wasn’t on our mind until we discovered how much a bottle of water was and found the water dispenser to fill our bottles up next time.
So appreciate your tips… even great if you are driving on vacations!!
Oh yes! Wow, what a journey. Hubby loves Camelbak water bottles, but his is super heavy.
Best wishes to you both. What a nightmare!
Thank you for all of your tip videos 💖. I am flying for the first time in 6 years and your videos have helped me feel less nervous (I live in the UK so we drive everywhere). ❤
Oh have a lovely trip!
Awesome video, Laurie, thank you!
I always travel with the squishy ear plugs. They are invaluable when I want to nap on a plane, when a baby is crying, or when someone nearby talks the entire flight!
Laurie, you've taken so much stress out of my first trip to Europe this year. You have great tips and hacks. In the past, I've used safety pins to "lock" zippers together. If the zippers were large, then I used diaper pinsI Cheap alternative in a pinch.
Yes!! Have a great time
Oh my goodness! That eye cover that goes around the head rest is brilliant! And how have I not heard about the cotton balls with face cleaner? Great idea!
I found a prettier one and linked it, but this fuzzy gray is really soft.
Love your videos! So much good info!
For containers, check out the board game supplies. They make plastic cases for playing cards that are great for putting a bunch of small items together, for example
Getting the exact right holder for Airtags took me some time. I started with ones like yours, but moved to safety pin holders for suitcases. You just attach it to the lining inside the suitcase. There are so many different types, you need to both tuck the tracker away and pin it to something in the exact right way. That could be a holder with cable ties to a bicycle or stroller, for instance. I still used the key chain type last time, hooking it to one of the smaller bags inside my carry on.
So many great tips. I recently traveled with the vaseline all-over stick. So convenient and portable. I stashed in my checked bag.
Great tip! I have their chapstick looking one. I’ll look it up.
Theses videos are so helpful for me preparing for my trip to France! Thanks!
Have fun!
Thanks, Laurie, for these travel hacks! I always learn something new or are reminded of a packing tip I previously used. 😊
So glad!
I watched this on my TV while looking up all the links on my phone...lol! Love your videos Laurie!!!
Ha! Love it! Double the views 🙌🏻
You have the best travel hacks! I will be purchasing the fan less neck fan! Thank you J
I used the hotel travel tray last time we took a trip, I had seen it in a previous video of yours. Loved it! Thanks for the tip.
Yes a great hack!
❤thank-you!!
I really love vessi for water proof shoes. So comfortable
Those thin slippers are also great for airports. I have a pair in a ziplock bag that I wear through security if I wear sandals for my trip.
At your suggestion I ordered the One Beat adapters for Europe. So much lighter and more versatile than one I’ve been using that was for USB only!
I do that trick putting balms or moisturizers in very small containers...sticks work well too, as do makeup remover pads or wipes...
So helpful! Thank you for sharing! You do a great job!
Thanks for watching!
Hi! Laurie! As always excellent!