So whenever I'm packing to go away on a trip, it's often a process that I find myself engrossed
in.
Some will say I'm crazy because I'm probably in the minority here but it's satisfying.
Kind of like organizing my desk setup or moving things around my workspace.
It's quite fun because every time I do it, I learn something new.
I learn something that helps me improve for the next time and that's just what happened
on my recent trip to Las Vegas for CES 2022.
It was my first trip in a while and since the last time I flew somewhere, I refreshed
the gear that I use because I learned new from last time.
So in today's video, I wanted to share with you how I pack for when I travel along with
some essential accessories and some tips to help make the process not so daunting and
maybe even a bit fun!
So my biggest tip for packing light, especially if you're flying somewhere is to get yourself
a carry on.
Swapping your traditional suitcase out with a carry on is going to save you so much time
and money in the long run.
It's basically an investment that pays for itself if you travel a lot.
These are tiny suitcases that may look like they don't fit much but trust me, they're
all that you need.
I've been using the Away Carry On for over two years now and it completely changed the
way that I travel.
It's spacious and very well designed from the inside out.
Now I have tried rolling up my clothes in this suitcase in the past but once I discovered
the magical packing cubes, that all changed.
These pieces of fabric let you roll up, zip up and organize all of your clothing inside
the suitcase.
I found that when I started packing cubes, I have been able to take many more things
with me.
They're an easy way to stay neat and organized on the go.
The ones that I have here are made by Away but you can easily find universal packing
cubes if you're not using an Away suitcase like literally anywhere.
The next thing I take with me is a toiletry bag.
Toiletries are, of course, essentials and having a bag to house all of them is a necessity.
I've been through many different toiletry bags over the years but the best one by far
is this one that I picked up randomly off Amazon from Bagsmart a few weeks ago.
It's beautifully designed, spacious, fits everything you need and best of all, fits
snuggly in the carry on with all of the packing cubes.
It's like it was designed perfectly.
What I almost always take with me, depending on where I'm going is this here packable jacket.
This is an AmazonBasics jacket that I randomly bought for traveling and I love it.
It's warm, well made and rolls right up into its little pouch for easy transport.
It's always a good idea to take a jacket with you and because this one is a packable jacket,
it comes without the bulk and that in itself is a big travel hack.
Before I close up my suitcase and get going, I also have a packable laundry pack that I
use as a hamper when I'm out and about.
I also have a packable microfiber towel that I use and these feel great on your skin, they
dry quick, they're great for the beach, the lake or just showering at the hotel.
And lastly, I have myself a cable organizer.
Another awesome bag from Bagsmart that I literally take everywhere.
Even when I'm not taking my suitcase, this bag is in my backpack.
It holds all of my cables in one place and that in itself is an invaluable tool if you
travel around with a lot of tech.
In addition to my carry on, I almost always take a backpack with me as my personal item.
An excellent companion to the Away Carry On is the Aer City Pack.
The City Pack is my go to backpack that I literally use everyday - whether I'm traveling
or going to work.
It's a sleek, minimalist backpack with tons of pockets and organizational tools built-in.
It's an excellent everyday backpack that's very comfortable to carry around your gear.
Together with the carry on, the City Pack here is going to help you zoom through the
airport.
All while having everything that you'll ever need without the bulk.
It's weird to think about this whole packing thing but when you compare it to like organizing
your desk setup or your gaming setup, there is an art to this whole packing thing and
that's why I wanted to make this video.
However, you do need to get creative sometimes and you may need to learn how to re-wear things,
especially if you're on longer trips.
I don't re-wear shirts but jeans and pants I definitely do since they take up more space
and I take less of them.
If you have access to a washing machine or go to the laundromat while you're away, you
don't have to worry about this though.
Packing light is great, it's a gamechanger, trust me but sometimes you do need to get
creative to make it work - especially if you're going away on longer trips.
Anywho, that’s about it for this video!
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Peace!