A well packed bag can make all the difference between a good trip and a
great trip. We all know that packing into a carry-on is the way to go, so let's get
started. But before we do don't forget to; Like
comment and subscribe. There are four basic categories for packing into a
carry-on. Wardrobe is number one. This should take up most of the space inside
your carry-on. Number two, are your shoes. For some people this might take up even
more space. Number three is your toiletries and makeup and number four is
a soft sided personal bag for under your seat. This might be a backpack a tote or
a briefcase or a small cabin bag. Let's get started. Your wardrobe will
take up most of the space in your bag so you'll really want to think about each
item you pack and how it all works together. The easiest way to plan it out
is to lay everything you want to take, out on your bed and then put half of it
back in your closet. Your goal is for every piece you pack to be flexible and
versatile and most importantly for everything to work together. Start with a
basic color scheme and work from there. Start with two tops and two bottoms, if
you have four outfits you're on the right track. Three tops and three bottoms
should make nine outfits when you mix and match. Here's a pro tip; take a picture
of everything you're taking before you pack it, it will make it easier if you
have to file an insurance claim but it's also a great way to see what you
actually wear during your trip you'll be able to see that sweater you never wore
on your trip and you'll pack even more efficiently for your next trip. Speaking
of sweaters let's talk Layers especially for trips to colder and more variable
climates. For cold weathe,r layers are your packing lifesaver, put together a
base layer, mid layer and an outer layer and you're set for just about anything.
Another tip; wear o your big heavy jacket on the plane, in fact it makes a good
packing sense to wear your heaviest layers,
bigger shoes on the plane so you don't have to pack them. Okay, now that you've
chosen your wardrobe, let's get your clothes inside your carry-on. Folding and
rolling or using the bundle method is our tried-and-true packing methods that work.
Great for carry-on but you can make packing even more efficient and less of
a chore by using packing cubes and other packing aids.
These various cubes folders and sacs help you minimize wrinkles, completely
organize everything and best of all maximize the space in your carry-on.
Packing cubes, folders and sacs come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Cubes keep
smaller items organized. Folders keep dressier clothes wrinkle free. Sacs
contain all those small items that can get lost in your bag. tThe next category
is shoes. Lots of travelers struggle with packing shoes and for women packing the
right combination of shoes can be even more of a challenge. A pro tip: categorize
your shoes; bringing walking shoes, evening shoes and flats. These will cover just
about any situation during your trip. It's a bit easier for men; a pair of
active or outdoor shoes and a pair of comfortable Street shoes and you're set.
For packing shoes use a shoe sack or a shower cap to keep your shoes clean and
neat and your belongings pristine. The next category is toiletries you probably
know the 3-1-1 rule. All liquids and gels you bring into the cabin
must be the three ounce or smaller containers and they must all fit into a
single clear quart size bag. If your favorite brands only come in larger
containers transfer them to a smaller bottles and
jars. You'll want to keep this bag handy until you're through security after that
you can put it back with your regular toiletry kit with all of your non
liquid items. Pro tip; women have a bigger challenge here too since lots of makeup
items are liquids and gels. Look for solid or powder foundations and other
products to minimize the liquids you pack. Sample sizes from the cosmetics
counter are our great space saver .What about socks and underwear. Travel with
underwear and socks that are quick drying and lightweight, so you can wash
them in your room at night, this will limit the amount of socks and underwear
you will need to pack. When it comes to packing into a carry-on, you need to
be able to pack two weeks worth of clothes, if you are traveling for more
than two weeks. Plan on doing laundry, either have the hotel do it, go to a
laundromat or do it in the sink. If you plan on doing in the hotel sink, pack a
laundry kit with a sink stopper and laundry detergent and a good laundry
line. Pro tip: do a little laundry as you go
every night, that way you will not have to face a mountain of laundry all at
once. Second pro tip: use a compressor bag to put your dirty laundry in. If you're
on a short trip, your dirty laundry will be separated from your clean clothes and
can be compressed down taking up less space and if you are on a longer trip
the compressor bag can double as laundry bag to take with you to a laundry mat.
Now everything else goes into your personal bag, that is a soft sided bag
that could easily fit under the seat. iIt could be a backpack, tote or briefcase.
Pack into this bag last, just in case something does not fit into your
carry-on bag. Always pack your medication and electronics into your personal bag
if for some reason your carry-on becomes separated from you you will not be
without these items. Time to pack your bag by using folders and cubes. Your
carry-on will seem as if it is packing itself.
Don't forget your toiletries
and don't forget your personal bag. Thanks for watching this packing video.
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