10 Brilliant Tricks for Squeezing Everything in Your Luggage
2 min readTraveling soon? These foolproof packing tips will have you maximizing space and packing your suitcase like a pro in no time.
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Travel-smarter packing tips
Going on vacation should be a relaxing, exciting experience, but it’s the preparation that can create stress. There’s so much to think about, plan and schedule, from renewing passports and booking flights to finding the best luggage sets and actually packing! Luckily, we’ve got all the packing tips you’ll need to simplify the process.
Don’t know what to pack in a carry-on, which family-sized suitcase to carry to cut on baggage fees, or even how to pack a carry-on or checked luggage? No problem. We’ll show you how to make a packing list, how to roll clothes for packing and how to use packing cubes to make the most of your space. In fact, these packing tips are so easy and effective, they’ll make prepping for your next trip a breeze. So whether you’re sailing on the best cruise lines, flying off to the best European cities, taking the ultimate American road trip or just learning how to travel cheap, you’ll never stress about packing a suitcase again.
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Make a packing list
Taking the time to create a packing list (this is different than an organized traveler’s checklist) a week or two before your trip is one of the best packing tips because it makes certain you don’t forget anything and saves you time later on. Starting early ensures you’ll be able to purchase things you still need or place an Amazon order without last-minute stress.
Begin by creating your main categories (clothing, toiletries, charging accessories, documents, etc.). Under each category, list the items you want to bring—and get specific. How many times can you wear a specific top? Which days will you actually be at the beach and need swimwear? Do you anticipate needing sneakers? If you consider yourself an overpacker (or don’t want to incur hefty baggage fees), packing lists help you pack lighter—you’ve already done the work to build your vacation wardrobe and won’t be tempted to add another outfit or two. Plus, you can refer to it when you go home so you don’t leave anything in the hotel room or Airbnb.
