4 Travel Hacks for Packing Light: Minimalist Tips for a Carry-On
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
- 4 travel hacks for packing light: a minimalist's guide for no baggage fees. Pack a minimal amount of lightweight items. Pack smaller items so you avoid baggage fees for that airline. These tips and tricks will give you travel hacks to pack light. #packlight #travelhacks #traveltips #packinghacks
Travel tip videos that will help you pack:
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My items I pack:
My shirt:
Passport booklet with pen: amzn.to/3N5KBeY
Money belt: amzn.to/3qQyr2t
My waist band: amzn.to/3CwHlVk
11 pocket fanny pack: amzn.to/3PiV3Cz
Lanyard crossbody RFID: amzn.to/3CBKVO2
Toiletry kit: amzn.to/42NrI6D
Pouches: amzn.to/3XeXFDE
TINY pill bags: amzn.to/43XR032
Shampoo container (favorite): amzn.to/3CwHBDM
Shampoo bar: Lush brand
Bag for shampoo bar: amzn.to/42H4DlP
Spatty: amzn.to/3CvY6A1
Squishy small shampoo containers: amzn.to/3JkUnsD
Foot swing: amzn.to/3qQqCd3
Blue hat: me.lilysilk.com/3yUeWGO
Brown shoes: old
Brown boots: old
Gray sneakers slip-on: bit.ly/3Aul8G0
Necklace: bit.ly/3Zo9ass
Jewelry case: bit.ly/3vzLfdv
Gingham shoe: bit.ly/3RELvB0
Pink jewelry case: old Miamica
Toothbrush folding: amzn.to/3NASJWz
Tray for forget-me-nots: amzn.to/3NzmKWu
RFID wallet: amzn.to/3PiXPb7
RFID crossbody bag: amzn.to/3PiLXWI
My striped blue shirt:
Coral crop pants: bit.ly/443W5Xh
Blush sandals: old Madden
Thin-striped shirt: (no wrinkle)
White jeans: bit.ly/3SNptN2
Blue silk tee: me.lilysilk.com/3n9E7Tk
Espadrille sandals: bit.ly/3kVwgr9
Collapsible cup: Flygirl subscription box
Exercise shirts (no wrinkle): bit.ly/3U4SrZt (I have 4 colors)
Black sweater stars: bit.ly/444eVxx
Compression cubes: amzn.to/3Pj2FoF
Sneakers: bit.ly/3ZdW54m
Black winter hat: amzn.to/3qEErLl
My textured suitcase (great wheels for cobblestone roads): bit.ly/Pink20InchCarryOn
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Chapters:
00:00 Minimalist guide to pack light with 4 hacks
00:34 Do not pay carry-on bag fees pack light
00:56 1 hack trade items to pack light
1:32 Swap belt bag for thin lanyard bag
2:14 Divide toiletries into small pouches
3:25 Trade containers for smaller ones
7:23 Pack in lightweight containers
11:35 Hack re-wear outfits 3 ways
14:09 Pack light with monochromatic
14:51 Test to do for packing light
16:07 Pack lightweight hack strategy
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My items I pack:
My shirt: rstyle.me/+jdQ1drw5jyapf_6XRZ8zIg
Passport booklet with pen: amzn.to/3N5KBeY
Money belt: amzn.to/3qQyr2t
My waist band: amzn.to/3CwHlVk
11 pocket fanny pack: amzn.to/3PiV3Cz
Lanyard crossbody RFID: amzn.to/3CBKVO2
Toiletry kit: amzn.to/42NrI6D
Pouches: amzn.to/3XeXFDE
TINY pill bags: amzn.to/43XR032
Shampoo container (favorite): amzn.to/3CwHBDM
Shampoo bar: Lush brand
Bag for shampoo bar: amzn.to/42H4DlP
Spatty: amzn.to/3CvY6A1
Really small shampoo containers: amzn.to/3JkUnsD
Foot swing: amzn.to/3qQqCd3
Blue hat: me.lilysilk.com/3yUeWGO
Brown shoes: old
Brown boots: old
Gray sneakers slip-on: bit.ly/3Aul8G0
Necklace: bit.ly/3Zo9ass
Jewelry case: bit.ly/3vzLfdv
Gingham shoe: bit.ly/3RELvB0
Pink jewelry case: old Miamica
Toothbrush folding: amzn.to/3NASJWz
Tray for forget-me-nots: amzn.to/3NzmKWu
RFID wallet: amzn.to/3PiXPb7
RFID crossbody bag: amzn.to/3PiLXWI
My striped blue shirt: bit.ly/3NnIYe6
Coral crop pants: bit.ly/443W5Xh
Blush sandals: old Madden
Thin-striped shirt: bit.ly/45XMvHh (no wrinkle)
White jeans: bit.ly/3SNptN2
Blue silk tee: me.lilysilk.com/3n9E7Tk
Espadrille sandals: bit.ly/3kVwgr9
Collapsible cup: Flygirl subscription box
Exercise shirts (no wrinkle): bit.ly/3U4SrZt (I have 4 colors)
Black sweater stars: bit.ly/444eVxx
Compression cubes: amzn.to/3Pj2FoF
Sneakers: bit.ly/3ZdW54m
Black winter hat: amzn.to/3qEErLl
Thanks for all your tips. One thing o have done for years is when I pack liquids I put Cling wrap on the bottle before I close it. Never leaked.
I really scale back on a lot to be able to fly carry-on only. I wear minimal jewelry and only bring what I am wearing. Toiletries are the hardest for me but skincare is pared way down and cosmetics to the bare minimum. Gals I see on UA-cam bringing 5 purses, 5 pairs of shoes and a full make-up bag with a stack of brushes and huge eye shadow palettes is just crazy to me.
That is key: scale back if you fly with carry-on only.
Those Tide individuals are expensive. They sell so many different laundry sheets that you can cut in smaller pieces and pack in a snack bag for alot less money. They work great.
I use those as well and love them ❤
I have only used the laundry sheets for at home laundry for several years so it is easy to throw a few in a sandwich bag and dryer sheets in another baggie.
I bring powdered laundry detergent. It works so well and I can just use a little for a stink load of clothes every night. I buy the scented lavender gentle powder from seventh generation.
I prefer the laundry sheets as well. They’re also great because they don’t count as a liquid.
However, a lot of people are fanatics about using Tide laundry detergent only which is why they get away with charging so much for it no matter what size you buy.
You can also use Dr. Brenner's all in one bars of soap. It is all natural. Can use it to wash your hair, body, hands, face, as well as using it to wash dishes, and laundry. It can also be made into a creamy liquid soap and said that you can use it as an all purpose cleaner and use it as toothpaste. All I would really need to bring is my hair and body moisturiser.😊❤
Travel guide Sarah Murdoch (Adventures with Sarah) literally weighs every item of clothing as she decides what to pack in her small backpack. Even with bringing a couple of pairs of shoes she keeps the total weight, including the bag itself, to about 16 lbs. She focuses on layering and a harmonious color scheme. Her videos are a good complement to Laurie's.
I’ve seen Sarah’s videos and agree with you. I like Laurie’s videos better because she gives way more product links than Sarah does.
Thank you whoever mentioned the gallon ziploc in the seatback pocket tip - tried it for the first time when I flew home yesterday, and it worked better than I could have ever imagined - I didn't have to pull my backpack out once during either flight! Remembering to take out anything and everything that I put in the pocket is a bigger concern for me than what germs might be in the pocket, but it still works just as well for remembering as it does for keeping things clean.
Can you describe the seatback pocket tip ~ I can't find the original poster
@@matthewsimmons643 The one I was referring to was someone mentioned using a gallon ziploc and putting everything we need for the flight itself in there and putting that bag in the seatback pocket, so that all of it is handy and the bag keeps it clean; it also eliminates needing to get into the personal item during the flight, because everything we're going to need for the flight is in the ziploc.
I have just returned from a 6 day interstate trip and I’m now packing for a 14 day international trip. In both cases, I count the number of days and divide by 2 for the number of tops required, and divide by 3 for the number of pants required. They clothes are rotated to air between wears and can be hand washed if required.
My travel clothes are not included in this calculation. I usually throw in one extra top. My underwear is always one for each day and 2 spare. I don’t pack jewellery or cosmetics and it’s always carry on only for me.
What about swimwear?
@@karenhenry5806 I don’t swim anymore, but when I did, I would take 1 swim suit, 1 short wrap and light weight beach towel. As I travel solo, security for my personal items was an issue, and now I’m just getting old. (70)
@@mvicavanagh 70 isn't old!!! I'm 69! We're just hitting our stride!
Absolutely agree.
I admire you. I’m 66 but don’t have the upper strength to bring a carry on with me on the plane. I always have to check my luggage 😢
Press and seal, hands down the best for packing jewelry!
Great suggestion!
My sister and I did carry on only for a 15 day trip to Scandinavia when it was cold! We ended up buying one large suitcase in our last city, Copenhagen, packed our dirty clothes in the checked suitcase and put our souvenirs in our carry ons for the way back home to Los Angeles. It worked for us.
So smart!
I used to pack a cheap Walgreen's carryon sized canvas suitcase INSIDE a check bag on the trip over and took a Travel Pro International sized carry on bag. This was because I was going on buying trips. One time, I brought home an entire set of china purchased in France in the carryon Travel Pro. Not a single piece broke. Now I always pack a Le Pliage folding bag inside my carryon Travel Pro, just in case I need to check the Travel Pro on the return triip.
@@missmayflower But I get so much enjoyment from my souvenirs!!! I have art posters and maps that I have framed and put up on the walls of my home to remind me of my travels, a key ring of THE LITTLE MERMAID from the shop at the Little Mermaid Statue in Copenhagen, coffee cups purchased abroad and certain perfumes and scarves that I cant get in the US. I look, wear and smell these items all the time and they always remind me of my great experiences in other countries. My favorite souvenir is a real dog I brought back from the Turks and Caicos Islands. She is 17 years old now and I've loved every memory of bringing her home and providing her with a great life in the US.
@@missmayflowercould always send yourself a postcard.😂 "Glad I was here."
I love your videos Laurie, and as a Laurie myself it makes me smile that you are also a frugal voyager! The only thing I've done in the past that I haven't seen mentioned anywhere (maybe it is too basic??) is to use a single piece of paper towel folded in thirds lengthwise to pack necklaces. Place one necklace in each fold, and re-fold up, being careful to keep the necklaces in each fold. Then take the long, folded paper towel and carefully fold in half in the other direction three or four times. You end up with a little rectangle that you can rubber band to hold or just tuck in somewhere, and your necklaces stay separate and tangle-free!
That is a great hack!!
Thank you for the hacks. I never set my jewelry down anywhere at a place I am staying. Instead, I always put it directly into my toiletry bag as soon as I take it off. That way I never forget it. As long as I take my toiletry bag with me, I’ll also have my jewelry, even if I forget to put it on. 💍
Oh that is a good idea too so you will not forget it!
Similarly, I always pack my jewelry in a plastic baggie inside my makeup bag. That way as I'm doing my makeup, I can put on my jewelry.
@@fashionistajana oh GET OUT! That's so smart. Love that packing hack.
I use snack size ziplock bags to pair a necklace with earrings. Then I put those snack sized ziplocks into a quart sized ziplock pushing the air out of all as I zip them up. This keeps all my jewelry together in a flat pack, but also keeps my necklaces from tangling together. And because all the ziplock bags are clear everything is easy to see without having to dig around. I don’t take a lot of jewelry so it’s like 3-4 snack bags full.
Great video as always Laurie. As I age, I become more aware of the importance of minimizing weight as well as volume. I have always worn a many-pocketed travel vest on the plane, and I keep my passport, all my ID, and cash in inner pockets, except when actually handing the passport to TSA. I did actually get one of those passport booklets, but since I always keep my passport in an inner pocket, it has been one of my more pointless purchases. While I love my LL Bean all in one hanging toiletry/makeup/first aid organizer for car travel, I have learned from you to use smaller pouches for air travel. I replace liquids with solids whenever possible, which also helps with weight. Toothpaste tabs instead of paste, most liquids replaced with dry soap sheets made for camping, a small shampoo bar instead of shampoo (the shampoo bar will work as body soap as well). I like very small cross body bags for daily use (I hate schlepping around a heavy bulky purse), the Kipling triple zip Alvar cross body bag is my bag of choice, it is small, thin and lightweight, yet will hold a lot. One thing I do to cut down on packed weight, I use any additional bags as packing cubes. So I bring only one purse per trip, generally the thin zippered Kipling Alvar, occasionally a Vera Bradley triple zip hipster. I slip it inside my personal item bag packed with accessories such as scarves and jewelry. If I plan on doing a lot of walking/hiking, I bring a sling bag packed with my hiking clothes, small first aid kit, bandana, foot care kit, and maybe a water purifier straw. For your question about jewelry, I pack very little, and I really don't pack anything that needs "protection". It is really stupid (IMHO, of course!) to bring expensive or fragile jewelry when flying. I'll usually have 2-3 necklaces and 1 few pairs of earrings when I travel, and I choose small ones that take up hardly any space. Instead of the valet tray, I pack a dollar store bandana. It weighs next to nothing and can also be used to cover your head from the sun, soaked in cold water and placed around neck to keep you cool, put over your face if there should be smoke from a fire, even used as a makeshift pressure bandage, sling, or tourniquet in case of injury. And if you should happen to forget it, hey, it was only a dollar! Rather than paying to do laundry, I use a Scrubba Wash Bag as one of my packing cubes (it's also a dry bag) and pack a packet of dry laundry soap sheets (smaller than a Tic Tac box, and has 50 laundry sheets.) It makes it really easy to wash just that day's clothes out in the sink every night and hang up to dry overnight. I always pack only solid colour bottoms, then I can wear patterned thin tops, and I top with solid coloured over layers (sweater/jacket/shawl)
You have a lot of experience 👏
I know what bottoms you pack lol! Thanks again for your awesome tips you are sharing! You should blog or be a writer. I love how you write.
Isn't she!? You should read her other comments on other videos-so helpful.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Thank you so much, once my every waking minute is no longer consumed with battling the invaders that are destroying my home, I do indeed intend to star writing and blogging!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie ❤
If you stain your tank top, turn it around and wear it that way.
I have also checked for laundry service as you said but also find a reputable laundrymat close to the hotel.
I will always PAY for anything that makes my life earlier.
And many times for the flight back home, I’m tired, so I will check my carryon no matter the cost.
IF YOU GET A CHEAP FLIGHT, spend the difference on conveniences and enjoy the vacation.
Good tips! It is nice to be able to afford to invest in laundry service or a checked bag sometimes too.
Thank you for these wonderful videos! We are 69 and 71 with four adult kids, newly retired and love to travel. Recently, we took three of our adult kids to Paris and my daughter saw SSSS on her boarding pass. I knew instantly what it meant because I told them I had learned about it on your video. I find myself quoting you more and more, to the kids, friends, and my husband. Thank you for all your hard work!!! You are helping so many people. ❤️
Enjoy the gift of life, travel and family!!
Refresh my memory, what does SSSS mean?
Ssss on boarding pass means you are flagged for extra screening
I snatch all sorts of empty containers to reuse later because even sometimes the "travel sized" product is too much for my needs. I sometimes need to use a child's medicinal syringe to get the product loaded through a small hole in my scavenged containers, it it's so easy! Just pull the plunger, add product to the tube, then reinsert the plunger. Squirt into the smaller container and return left over to the large bottle. I just got Gold Bond at your recommendation - thank you!
Yay! Yes I loved mentioning that travel size is sometimes too big.
I reuse 1 or 2 oz containers whenever I can, the hotel freebee shampoo bottles are a great size to keep around. : )
Love the syringe idea - brilliant!!
Been using the oral syringe hack since college, mainly with toothpaste - I tried squeezing directly from one tube into the other, but for ones that were the same size openings, it didn't work so well. An oral syringe solved that. I don't think there's anything I use that has an opening too small for even that, but if I ever ended up with one that did, I have an irrigation syringe that I can use.
Great tips: I try to pack less/lighter for each trip. For jewelry, I put necklaces in snack size baggies- one in each so they don’t tangle, and earrings in those mini zip locks you showed (also use those for my pills!).Then I put all the baggies in a larger zip lock if there’s room, if not, I stash the larger one for when I arrive so all the little baggies can get corralled after their trip tucked into all the nooks of my suitcase. For clothing, i do the same color coordinating you suggested, and lay it all out. Then pare down, til I’m at least weight. So between 3 or 4 tops that match my pants, I pick the two lightest weight ones to take. Between two dark pants I pick the lightest weight. It’s almost a game: what can I swap out that’s lighter? I even cut my shampoo bar into small chunks and just take one in a baggie. What fun! Maybe I’ll leave myself home next time to save even more weight! 😅Love your videos! Thanks again!
My travel hack is to go to Dollar Tree and get a pack of shower caps. These usually come in a pack of 8. These would cover the bottoms of 4 pairs of shoes!
I've done that also.
Or grab them for free at hotels that provide them. I’ve done that.
I have posted before but for jewelry I use small ziplock bags that are used by vendors to keep your jewelry untarnished. This way I can keep item separate. I then place them in a small soft bag that has pockets on each side. I will store earrings and rings in the pockets on one side and larger jewelry in the other one. The pouch is small enough to place in my personal item. If I wanted to I could just use the small ziplock bags and put them in my purse pocket. I always have a cheap pair of flip flops in my carry on. I slip them into the outside pocket. I use them as slippers and wear them around the hotel room. I have a pair of men’s sleep bottoms that are super thin and light weight to wear when i am lounging around the room. They are black and look really nice. In a pinch I could wear them to travel in. They look like normal black comfy pants. I have a short sleeve top that matches them for sleeping but I could also wear it as a normal top if needed. They are made from dry fit fabric. Throw on a hoodie and I could wear them to the airport and no one would know I use them as pajamas. 😃
Those are great! Did you see the small bags I showed?
You’ve reminded me off an old travel tip if you’ve lost your phone charger. Go into a big hotel, act like you’re staying there, ask at reception if they might have your lost charger and they’ll pull out a big box of them for you to choose from. LOL
Smart hack for a hotel!!
Sometimes I wear numerous layers so that I don't have to pack numerous shirts...
I'm fully onboard with the 3-tops, 1-bottom, strategy. I use it all the time. I start with an armload of possibilities. Then I select neutral bottoms, and fan out 3 tops that go with it on my bed. It really helps to have the visual! I have issues with what outerwear to pack. I try to stick with neutrals, maybe a button-down shirt can double as a light overlayer, a mid-weight jacket, and for certain locations, a heavier item. I'd be very interested in a video that deals with that!
I always wear my outerwear on the plane since it is almost always cold, sometimes two weights of jacket over a sweater and a vest. No need to pack what they let on the plane for free.
Thanks for sharing your options-it helps give visual ideas.
First, I love your videos and you have given so many helpful tips that I now use all the time. I do not take jewelry on vacation. I wear either pearl or diamond stud earrings that go with everything and I even sleep in them. Last year we went to Turkey and I took several scarves and that took away the need of necklaces. This year we are going to Bali where I will buy a pretty shell necklace that will go with my pearl earrings and just wear that. I can’t believe how much less I pack now after watching your videos.
Oh I am so glad you can pack less but exactly enough for each trip!! Have fun in Bali.
I just got into the sudoku packing where you have a 9 square grid similar to a tic tac toe grid that is labeled for top, bottom, and layering piece. They match vertically, horizontally, diagonally, and the corners. I took some sewing interfacing and copied the grid so to pack, I just put one clothing item on each square, then pack them in packing cubes. Using this system, my young grandkids can easily plan and pack their own clothes. Then just add underwear, nightie, swimsuit, and dresses if you’d like.
Thanks for sharing!!
As for jewelry…I only take one bracelet and one necklace. I wear one bracelet on the plane (removing before security) so just two for the entire trip. I love jewelry, but tend to leave it at home. I’ll use a scarf as an alternative.
Scarves are great alternatives and are versatile for travel.
I like the spaties! I also just use a box cutter to carefully cut the bottom 1/4 of my lotion bottle to get the last of the lotion out and flip the top upside down to seal it, w/o the pump. Or put saran wrap over it.
Me too! There's always so much left in the tube, plenty for one or two more uses.
Me too
Love it!! So much is still in the bottle and foundation too!
I put a travel extra small toothbrush in my purse. They are extra small and come in a pack of 3. It will freshen me up before I get out of the plane on a long flight.
Laurie's tips are amazing. Cant beat 20 years experience as a family in aviation. Boom!
Absolutely!
I just figured out that I don't need a hanging toiletry bag. I just need a hanging clothes pin. I can leave my liquids or make-up bag open, clip it and then hang it. Cheap, easy and light weight.
I love watching your videos, Laurie! I travelled to the Dominican recently and used many of your travel tips and hacks, especially ones for getting through the TSA lines. When i returned home and was unpacking, i made a list of everything that i actually wore or used on my vacation so that i will know what to pack and what not to bring next time. One thing i noticed while @ the resort was that i spent a lot of time in my swimsuit and cover-up which meant that i didnt need wear a few items that i had brought with me.
YES! YES I do that too-and I wear grubby shorts and a t-shirt to breakfast usually.
In my 20s I did a 2 week warm weather backpacking trip with a daypack. Three tops and bottoms, one dress, swimsuit, sandals and sneakers, 3 undies, 2 bras (wear one) & ultra minimal toiletries in a ziploc bag. Sink laundry for the win!
Excellent tips. I’ve honed my packing pretty well when I need to but my travel style is a little less shoestring these days as I get a little older and as a parent. Even so, love watching these - there are always new ideas.
I agree! I love watching UA-cam.
If you were decanting prescriptions, have your pharmacist re-print the label and dosage so you can put them on the plastic bag. They need identification especially if going to a European country or they may be confiscated
Yes, and some viewers have said theirs will not do that for them.
Take a tablet from the container and put it on the counter in front of the container with the label showing the medication name and your name. Take a picture. I’ve traveled to a dozen countries without the pill containers and never had anything questioned. Not to say it won’t, but I’ll take the chance.
If you bring the paperwork that comes with the prescription, it will usually have the color and shape of each pill, as well as a number so customs can figure it out from there that they are authentic.
Are you able to bring vitamins in a small container for an international trip?
I would just check that country's rules.@@mirthanegrete9330
If you have the airline credit card, usually there is no charge for the first suitcase
I only bring jewelry that I wear on the plane. I bring an Altoid tin to use as a jewelry holder when I shower and at bedtime. As I travel more and more I have learned to be content in not bringing everything, just the essentials. I quit using a Passport holder when I saw people struggling with them. The LOVEVOOK backpack has been a game changer for me, it is awesome, thanks for reviewing it.
I am so glad!
Yep i agree with pilot on backpack only. Ive been doing that for years, and sold my fancy Away rolling luggage years ago. I have one cheap one just in case, but i rarely use. I never saw a backpack get checked at gate, even when I thought it was a big one. They always seem to eagle eye the rolling luggage when there isn't enough overhead cabin space.
How is your back,IT doesnt hurt?
I agree. The rolling bags always get flagged. My backpack makes it every time. My back is screaming but I can pack for fours with my eBags mother lode jr.
@@maryellenabrams2075 this last trip my backpack didn’t make it unfortunately, or I am like you with not usually having problems with backpack. Lol.
I love not only your travel tips, but also your explanations as to why these tips are helpful
Oh good I really hope people listen to all the tips for these hacks. They have helped me.
More great ideas. TFS. For me, I just need to loose weight to travel lighter🤪
Ha don't we all. The airlines would still restrict our bag sizes and not have enough overhead bins though. Eat the cake!
Ain't it the truth?!?! Also agree with Laurie, the airlines would still find a way to restrict us. ( so I eat the cake anyway)
They forget a toothbrush charger? Can't they use the electric toothbrush the same way they would use an old fashioned toothbrush?
My toothbrush will usually work for at least 2 weeks on a full charge. I would only bring the charging cable if I was away longer. You are correct though that in a pinch just use it like a manual brush.
Dr Bronner’s soap is good for hair and body. And washing clothes
Oh thanks for sharing that-
Great stuff!
Glad you think so!
I love my valet tray, worth the weight for me, not to forget my watch and jewellery! X
Yes guess who forgot theirs this trip! And it’s a teeny tiny hotel so I feel like I need it so I don’t lose anything from falling off the counter. Ugh
I hack that I use is to lay out EVERYTHING before I pack ANYTHING!
That way, I can see more easily what items I can eliminate! 🧳💃🏾🍹🚢
That tip really can help people pack only what they need.
I learned to lay out everything, then put 1/2 back. You don't need it. Learned that on my first cruise, use it for pretty much any vacation now.
My brain can't handle it if I can't lay out everything such that I can see it all at a glance. As silly as it sounds, I had my stuff for the trip I'm currently on laid out for a good 3-4 weeks before I left - it was a little annoying because it was on one end of the sofa, but I worked around it. I thought when I put it there that I had it down to a bare minimum, but there were still a couple things I took out of the pile and put back away over those weeks.
I pack jewelry in a carrier that looks like an envelope that I bought it at TJ Maxx. It’s velvet and has different compartments for rings, earrings, and bracelets. It’s small, so it limits the size jewelry I bring, so I don’t normally bring hoops, heavy bracelets, or heavy rings. It also lays flat, so I can put it in a small pocket in my carry-on and it won’t get crushed.
I use pill cases or pill organizers for jewelry.
I am so big on using zipper lock bags. I also upgraded to vacuum seal bags and do take a small air vacuum for foods to bring back.
Cool, have you tried the roll up ziploc ones that do not require a vacuum? They were not my favorite but really worked.
Excellent tips! You are so amazing! I’ve learned so much from your videos and that has helped me to breeze through security on several occasions.
Thank you, Laurie, for sharing such great tips!
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for the new tips and reminders. Love your channel ❤
Thank you for watching.
Currently on a trip, and once again, managed to pack in just my backpack (it was a bit more full than I was hoping for, but still managed to easily fit everything into it). I decided about 2 1/2 hours before I left (so about 1:30 a.m. Monday morning) that I was going to bring both the sneakers and the sandals (instead of just the sandals), and I'm really glad I did, because the sandals would not have been comfortable enough for certain things, but they're super low profile (both together take up less space than one of my no-heel mary jane style dress shoes), so they still fit into a small amount of space (I use the drawstring cotton bags from my wool dryer balls because they're the perfect size for my shoes - I'm a W7-8, and both sandals fit into one (the bags are the Branch Basics dryer ball bags, in case anyone's wondering)). My mom was flabbergasted that I managed to pack in only my backpack - again - so I spread out everything I packed on my bed once I got there so I could show her exactly how much I fit into my backpack. I'll be bringing a suitcase of some description next month because I'll be coming for camp, but I'm still planning to keep it to a minimum; still trying to figure out how I'm going to pack my bugle, since it got dented by someone else shoving his bag against it in April (not enough to change the tone/pitch, for which I'm eternally grateful because there wasn't time to get it fixed if it had, but enough that I was highly unamused) - might wrap it in my towel inside its case, which means I wouldn't have to fit my towel in somewhere else.
I would try to wrap it like that too.
And I don't bring any jewelry, at least when flying - just a necklace-like thing that I only take off if it's going to get wet (shower, pool, etc.), my watch that also has my med ID plate on the band, and my EMF shield, which is also a bracelet. My ears aren't pierced, and I only have one pair of clip-ons that work for me, and I only wear them for very special occasions - concerts, Christmas Eve midnight Mass, weddings where I'm actually part of the wedding party (actually forgot them for my friend's wedding, but it worked out because I ended up with an ear infection that would have made it extremely painful to wear them), etc.; they're little gold simple rosettes with tiny pearls in the middle, so they go with everything (imho, they make me look more grown up and sophisticated, but they were my grandma's (her ears weren't pierced, either) and they're literally the only pair of earrings I've ever found that actually work for me, so I don't wear them often, and when I do pack them, I pack them in a little red heart-shaped earring case (was also my grandma's) so they don't get bent or broken in transit, since they get packed in my nylon drawstring toiletry bag, so there's nothing else to protect them; it's a really small case, though, smaller than your typical small stud earring display box that has the little pillow inside, so I can easily afford the space it takes up).
And my mom mentioned to me for the first time yesterday afternoon about the possibility of her (and presumably someone else) driving out to pick me up and drop me off next month, instead of me flying, since what days I fly is pretty much entirely determined by whether 2 very specific seats are available (one particular seat for the small planes, one particular one for the big ones; fun fact - the window seats on CRJ200s are wider than the window seats in Economy and Economy Plus on 737-800s and 737-900s).
You are so smart! I love your tips and videos. ❤
Thank you so much!
I went to Europe for nearly two weeks last year for a vacation that involved dance events, so special shoes and outfits were required! I also have special hair needs and refrigerated medication. I was still able to pack in one carry on and a personal item...this year I am going to try to pare down even more! Just a warning--if going to Spain or Latin America, even if you are staying in a place with laundry facilities, you may not have access to a clothes dryer, and line-drying takes time.
Tim and I just got back from a three week trip to Croatia, ending in four days in Venice. We are light packers, but after this trip, I am determined that the next trip will be with three outfits only! Even with one carry on, I felt like my bag was too heavy, I couldn't handle it on my own, and it was just a pain. Next trip, I'm aiming for the roller bag that fits under the seat!
Same here! I had a 22" bag and a tote, and it was too much for ana old lady like me to manage. Next time a roller bag that fits under the seat!
@@Elle-kr8od When I was at the airport in Munich on a transfer, I felt conspicuous, everyone else had smaller bags then Tim and I, and I thought, never again! Honestly, I can wear the same thing over and over again - I do when I'm home!
WHAT specific bag fits under the seat… I’ve spent$$$$ ????? And they DO NOT FIT!!!! HELP please… we all need to know!!!!! 🤷♀️
I have a Zegur 15 inch suitcase...I have put it under the seat on United flights, but I think being gone three weeks this time I felt like I needed more stuff. Plus, we had a car a lot of the time. But I really regretted that bigger suitcase when we did not have the car!@@Linzi1947
Hi! First you have to check your airline's under the seat personal item bag dimension requirements because they can all be so different. Here is my rolling one: amzn.to/3XbW01s and it has fit under two different airplane seats. Here is a super small backpack but is the size large if your airline is even smaller: amzn.to/43OxGFy
You were in my hometown (Knoxville!!). I just used a bunch of your hacks for a Mommy/Daughter trip to Disney World last week. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!
Ahh magical vacation!
I enjoy listening to you.
Such great tips as I’m going carry on baggage only to a wedding stateside in a few weeks. And as it’s by the beach, def gonna do the beach ball hack for circulation, so clever!!
BTW, my Australian cousin posted that her airline lost her luggage and she was trying to manage a trip to a remote town with no clothing (presumably they at least had a drug store where she could buy a toothbrush, etc!) I recommended your channel to her for tips on how to manage with only carryon in future trips.
Wow don’t you wish you could’ve been there to help her with the lost luggage? Even your car would’ve had so many helpful things in it.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Yes, since she is roughly half my body mass, many of the clothes I keep in my car would be of little use, but I always have things like scarves, shawls, extra toiletries, etc. that would have helped. Plus ways to wash clothing and so forth. Mind you, if I'd been travelling with her, I would never have let her get on the flight without having at least the minimum of what she needed for her trip. I can make art least 3 different outfits from what I wear onto the plane, then I put some outer layers into the packing cube in my pocket to make a nice cushion and/or pillow for the trip 🙂
Mesh bags at target ( usually sold by swimsuit area by the large mesh bags ) are fantastic for packing bc there’s no waste - the larger ones are great for cord , charger etc storage , smaller ones are good for bandaids etc
Hmmm not the beach bag type bags? I will have to look.
I've tried toothpaste tablets for years - I think they're great.
I cannot believe I forgot to even mention them. I left off several things.
Hi Laurie! I just wanted to tell you how much I love your videos. Thank you so much for making them, your travel tips are amazing. 😊
Thank you so much!
Take a colorful washcloth from home to use as your tray for your items at your bedside table.
Howdy Laurie, For jewelry, I only take what I wear on travel day - wedding ring, small dangle earrings [my own design], and a satoir necklace [if I feel like it]. For makeup, I only take what I wear on travel day - sunscreen , chapstick and red lipstick. I'm trying to get to the extreme minimalist point where I can wear all my versatile interchangeable outfits on travel day - as pajamas! I found that scarves, shawls, sarongs and pareos are the most versatile 'clothes' items to pack... I always pack or wear one pair jeggings... I DO pack 3 pairs of flat shoes - 1) black velvet ballet flats [for hotel room slippers and lobby breakfast], 2) black leather ballet flats [for dinner and sights] , 3) bronze leather thong sandals [for pool, sights, dinner]. I wear trainers on travel day with merino wool footie socks. your videos are super helpful! Our Next vacation is roadtrip to Madison WI from Chicago, IL in Aug 2023! tfs!
Ooh that will be beautiful! Love these minimalist ideas for travel outfits. Yes 3 pairs is great since they are versatile and small.
I could probably win an award for my minimalist packing...
I'm stealing that bedside tray idea! 😍
I love to cruise and I am definitely an over packer but these videos really help me to consider every item and whether it’s worth it. I love how you get into the smallest detail about weight and size! Oh and as an aside you look especially lovely in this video and I love your hair!
Thanks! I appreciate it.
Absolutely love all of your videos Laurie - thank you! Can you please do a video on how you curl your hair?!
I have one for ya: bit.ly/LaurieHairTutorial
I bought some of the pack flat toiletry containers (they look like those plastic flasks people use to sneak alcohol where they should not😂) and they absolutely do not leak and come in a variety of sizes.
Thanks so much for sharing about those.
So relaxing love your videos
Oh really? I feel like I talk so fast sometimes.
We pack our passports (and vaccination cards) in RFID folders. If I take a lot of jewelry (2 week cruises) then I use an in.Bag jewelry case. It's soft and squishy and holds TONS of stuff in several zippered pockets. For shorter trips I place everything in small (jewelry) ziploc bags and put them all in one of those Asian zippered jewelry pouches.
I think I know what case you are talking about. Hope you get to do a beautiful cruise soon!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Next week!
I’m interested in your squishy jewelry case for a 2week trip. Can you tell me where you purchased it or more info?
I love your site. You helped me so much with my first trip to Italy last year. Thank you so much. My next trip is to Paris in the Fall and I’m very excited.
I’m so excited for you! Thank you!
love your video! Will like to hear packing on hiking trip.
Ooh, I do flat easy hikes...I do follow @earlybirdonthetrail on IG.
This is awesome thank you! I always pack WAY too much so I will be using these ideas for a trip in August. I like your tip of putting shampoo in a smaller bottle to see just how much I end up using in a certain time frame. Thank you again Laurie!!
I hope these tips help!
Going to visit Northern California (Redwoods) Oregon next month for 8 days, going to do it in a carry-on and always use your tips!
Oh what a beautiful area-I hope you get to see the stars!
More great tips, thanks. For the passport, I use a heavy weight plastic protective sleeve 4x6, available at office supply stores. Passports should be in good condition, so it pays to protect them. For the jewelry, any small plastic box or baggy. If the box, I put some cotton pads so they don’t rattle around. I don’t travel with real jewelry. For the toothbrush, if I don’t take my electric toothbrush then I take a battery toothbrush from the drugstore. I like my Colgate one. Once I got used to my electric toothbrush a regular one does not cut it. For tops, printed tops, they hide more, lol. And another must is a small bottle of Zero Odor spray. I also started taking my pills in the little zip bags which takes more time at home, but saves time on the trip.
Yes did you like my little baggies I showed? Is the zero odor spray for rooms or for your body? Thanks for sharing.
Just returned from a 3-week trip in a carry-on and a backpack. Oh, thanks for the link for the top - I can´t wait to retrieve it when I´m back in the States. I only travel with a few jewelry items: no more than 3 pairs of earrings, my watch, and my wedding ring. I bought a valet, probably on your recommendation, and I love having my things in one place. It´s definitely easier during the warmer months, but we do make it work for colder locations/seasons also. I was just telling my husband your ¨rule¨ about white pants on the plane - I cringe every time I see it and think of you!
I wanted to also buy a big squared waffle weave sweater to wear in the plane just today-but think of all it could snatch on. Have a lovely trip!!!
As a 40 year plus f/a backpacks are a pain. Take it off entering aircraft. You turn in the aisle and hit people with it.
@@akneemoose3383 We´re always really careful and take it off after we are in our seat!
I love that picture of the "pilot and his wife". The cool, endearing part is in the middle. The darker colors make it recede, but when I notice it, I'm always happy to see it again. Cheer up, kid. You're almost grown.
Whew, he made it through high school!
Lots of helpful tips ! Thank you. I'm planning to pack for a 5-day trip that will include at least 2 dressy occasions (wedding & reception and a formal dinner) and the rest of the time more casual. Trying to go with just my carry-on and personal item bag - - no checked bag. I love hearing all the hacks and tips.
It’s those darn shoes😂Hope you can do it!!
so for jewelry actually i have a small easter egg with packing peanuts in it to put my earrings on and wrap necklaces around. that egg then goes into the stuffing of a dog toy that i took the squeaker out of years ago. everything stays where it was put and nobody thinks to steal a fuzzy hedgehog
Love baggies🎉
They are so lightweight!
I do take custome jewelry. I have that little jewelry clutch, and I pack it in my personal item bag. I do use the small medication pouches for my vitamins and supplements. I did buy that tray for the side of the bed. I love it. It helps you to not leave something on the bedside table. I usually wear jeans on my flight there and I wear the same jeans back and just pack another shirt. Love your tips, Laurie.
Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks so much for your great tips! I just returned from an international trip and used many of your tips. Thanks for validating plastic ziplock bags...not the cutest, but flexible in both format and use. Despite my cute, coordinated travel bags, I default to ziplocks. I bring several extra clean bags in several sizes for use during the trip. I separate my toiletries by toothbrush/paste and moist towlettes and make it always accessible, in-shower products, and all other grooming products like body lotion and hair styling. I hope you and yours have a safe and fun summer!
Thank you! So glad you had a good one.
I bought the little tray last year for a multi-hotel trip to the west coast. It was fantastic! I carry it now even for just a weekend trip. Corrals all my essentials and I no longer search the room for my items.
I love it for keeping track of my small things in a hotel.
Hi love your tips. I don't bring alot of jewelry or wear much but what I bring I usually wrap in a scarf in a nice little bow. Put the stuff in little baggies if needed. Safe travels
Great idea!!
No jewelry for me😊
You have helped me so so much as we have been blessed to travel more these past few years! I have a tip on a product I can’t live without now… the Bandolier crossbody phone case! It’s a wallet and phone case in one. I use it everyday instead of a purse or bag but especially for traveling. This was an expensive purchase for me but I’ve now purchased a second one because I love it so much. 🎉
Thanks; since I need reading glasses, I need a bigger bag. But they are beautiful cases!
For jewelry. I've used a small plastic container - the kind you can get at craft stores or the dollar store. It measures about 4 x 6 x 1. I like it for keeping earrings and rings separate. I can also fit a couple of stretchy beaded bracelets. On my last trip, I brought 2 longer necklaces. I put each in a small plastic bag and packed them in the inside pouch pocket of my suitcase.
Great idea!!
Hi Laurie, just returned from Spain and used so many of the travel hacks that I picked from your videos. We absolutely love the compression sacks, we got so many items in them. Myself and hubby purchased a set each 👏 thanks again for a great video. Always look forward to the next one.
Glad you like them! Was Spain just marvelous? How was security coming back? Normal length of lines?
We flew from Almeria Airport, it’s a small airport in comparison to others on the mainland. Security is very quick, and efficient. The Mojacar coastline in Almeria is just so beautiful. We only travel with hand luggage to/from Europe.
I use Febreze fabric refresher in a travel size to refresh items that I plan to re-wear
Laurie! Thank you! I've been researching what luggage to buy because I didn't think I could use my canvas rolly luggage for a week's vacation to Florida as it's only 20"... but with your tips about reusing my pants (I hate wearing the same pair twice without wash) convinced me I don't need a new luggage, saving me $100-$200!!!! Granted I'm going by train and the luggage regulations are more flexible, I'd rather travel light!
Yay I am so glad you can pack light with less.
I'm going to visit my visit my sister in Knoxville TN this September. I don't need to pack that much because she has all the shampoos and conditioners and body wash plus she has a washer and dryer. I just got to remember to pack more than 1 pair os shorts LOL.
That's how I do it, too - my parents' house is always home base when I travel, so I keep a full set of full size toiletries there, as well as a small number of various clothing items (including a pair of slippers) that I use regardless of whether I flew or drove. The only clothes I actually travel with (unless I'm going to need more than what I have at my parents' house), other than my travel outfit, are a few spare pairs of underwear and a spare pair of socks (because that's enough clothes to get me through an extra day if I get stuck overnight on a layover; can wear my joggers a second day, and can use the hotel shampoo to wash the armpits of my shirt, if needed), plus whatever footwear I'm going to need (I only really have 5 pairs of shoes/boots - flip flops, sandals, mary jane flats, sneakers, and hiking boots - which makes my choices really easy, because generally I only need to bring one or two of those on any given trip (trip for camp next month might be 3, because flip flops for shower/pool and no open-toed shoes allowed at camp outside of that, and I need a pair for church (hiking boots are too hot for that in the summer)), because the sandals can, if needed, work for everything (including church) except camp in the warm months, and the hiking boots for everything (including church - they're a lot dressier than typical hiking boots) in the winter (my parents and I both live in states that get real winter), unless I'm a bridesmaid in a wedding, in which case the mary janes come, too - the sandals aren't dressy enough for that, but they are for just attending a wedding).
Good tips. I really like some of the Opsrey ultralight things. I have their ultralight washbag. It folds quite flat, it can hang, and has a detachable clear section. The clear section can obviously be removed to leave it out for customs/TSA or it simply allows you to put it in another part of your main pack to use the space more efficiently. I've also just go their ultralight shoulder satchel to carry documents in, although haven't used it yet. It really is light and has a detachable shoulder strap so you can use it as a bag organiser too.
Thank you for sharing.
Love your tips! My husband and I have travelled a lot, especially to Europe and have learned many things mostly by making mistakes! The longest trip we have taken so far is 1 month. We are now planning a 3 month European trip taking only carry on. We each have a 36 litre rolling pack pack plus a sling bag each. We have done a test run with packing and we did it, but we are always looking for ways to get lighter and would love to hear your tips for travelling a longer mixed journey of planes, trains and ferries, for at least 3 months. (I packed 1 pair of black jeans, 1 grey thin turtleneck sweater, a black long sleeve t-shirt and a black short sleeved t-shirt that has a picture on it. I also packed a sleeveless black turtleneck t-shirt for layering as we are travelling April to June. To the airport I was planning on wearing regular blue jeans and a black sweatshirt with a picture on it.)
Wow I am so impressed! Yes, mistakes help me learn!
OMGEEE! I totes pre-prepped my packing list and packing hacks and successfully packed for 2 weeks in leas than 1 hour today! (Also, much easier after my 8 week European winter/spring travels.)
Request for packing tips for packing (carry on only) for multiple climate changes: winter & spring or fall & tropical weather.
Thx! 😊
Yay you! Here is a Packing for 2 Climates video: bit.ly/SuitcasePack2Climates
Excellent ideas
Thanks a lot!
I am flying ITA. They also have size and weight restrictions. Carry-on is 17.6lbs and 21.7"x13.8"x9.9". The personal item is 17.7"x14.2"x7.9". I had a hard time finding the luggage and backpack but I finally found them. I am going to practice packing for weight limitations before I leave. I bought a luggage scale as well.
I travelled with ITA recently and had no problems with hand luggage as I have bags designed to suit Ryanair's specifications, which are amongst the toughest around. If you look online, you'll find that pieces are offered to suit the requirements of budget airlines. What really annoys me is that the staff at the gates often don't seem to bother to enforce the rules and I'm sitting there with my carefully packed little bags while people all around me have items far larger!
We go to Mexico the end of August 🎉 this will be our 7th year in a row to go to Mexico. We only pack carry on so I’ve gotten a lot better at it.
For feminine cleaners, I buy the Queen V bar soap instead of using liquid. And I actually prefer it over everything else now. You could buy a new bar and cut off a small section for a trip because it lasts forever! Thanks for all your tips Laurie! I watch your videos every year before we go 🩷
Thank you so much!
Jewelry- I only wear 1 set that goes with everything I wear (black Pearl earring with matching black Pearl necklace).
I do not use a vanity tray. I have a strict habit that I take off all my jewelry and watch at bedtime and put in nightstand drawer along with my cell phone and small crossbody purse.
Good tips so you will not forget them. Pearls are so versatile for travel!
Developing travel habits goes a long way to keeping organized and knowing where all your stuff is located. Love your drawer habit!
Great video 👍😁
Thanks 😁
Thank you Laurie for yet another fabulous video. There have been some invaluable tips from other viewers, I always read the comments. One thing that really perplexes me is the nutty dimensions United airlines came up with for the personal item. 17 inches? What?
Wonderful! Yes, some sizes for bags are so small that passengers have to check a bag.
You'd be hard pressed to fit something longer/taller than 17" under those United seats without it sticking out into the foot space. My 16.9" backpack just barely fits, and even it sticks out a tiny bit. They get a bad rap for some reason, but United's little CRJ200s (50-seaters) actually have more space under the seats than their 737-800s, 737-900s, and at least one of their Airbus models (either 319 or 320), and their window seats are actually wider than the window seats in coach on those bigger planes, too.
For a two week December vacation in Prague and Brno CZ, I only used a carry on and a personal item. Upon arrival I discovered the pants I thought I had packed was still at home! I only had the pair of jeans I traveled in. You CAN wear an item more than once 😅 Undies and thermals were sink washed and dried overnight. I pack an ultra fast dry high absorption microfiber towel which wicks out a lot of moisture from hand washed items.
Thanks! What towel did you like? Is it a beach type towel or hand towel?
I used a contact case this past week to carry my moisturizer and face wash. The moisturizer did well and I had more than enough for a week but the face wash got a tad sticky so I may try something else next time. I also use contact cases to carry ibuprofen and Tylenol on trips and in my purse daily. Those little cases can be used in many ways, other than cleaning and carrying contacts!
Yes great hacks! Could you just use hotel room soap for your face the few days on your vacation?
Laurie… as a DFW Pilot Wife with ALL your same issues … PLEASe what is YOUR FAV personal item??? Seriously I’m tired of spending $$$ searching for BEST underseat item!!!! Give us YOUR tried and TRUE!!!! PlEASE!!!!
Linnie
I tri d the Lovevook that Laurie showed sometime ago and I’m hooked on it. It really meets my needs❤
Hi, friend! I like them all but tend to reach for this one the most: amzn.to/44wzOSX
@@TravelTipsbyLaurieThank you GF! I’m in IAH a lot.. hope to see you around some day!!! ❤
I like to decant toothpaste from the large tube into the sample size tube you get from the dentist. Just put the two nozzles together like they’re kissing. Squeeze the large tube until the small one is filled (or to whatever level you want).
I've packed my jewelry by pinning it to my tshirt or sleep shirt. Then just roll it up and secure with rubber bands. If that makes sense
Yes, that makes perfect sense. Wow!
Love finding tips from someone who knows what they are talking about, rather that pretty people posing for the camera while saying things that they scrapped from other videos.
I learn something every trip!