I have a set of packing checklists on my phone for various types of trips. Whenever I’m on a trip, every time I notice something I could have used or something I have but don’t need, I make a note of it on my phone. Then when packing for my next trip, I make sure to consult my notes and adjust my list accordingly. The more I travel, the less adjustments I need to make. I used to rely on memory for this, but I would always forget any details like that by the time I got home haha.
I travel with my husband so we 1/2 hour clothes and have clothes in two suit cases (instead of having our own suitcase).This way, if one luggage is missing we both still have clothes.
Several years ago we watched a rick steves video about taking one bag. We tried it when going to Paris the first time. Our travel mates showed up at the Airbnb with a suitcase that you could smuggle a small family in. Since then we have been to Italy, the Philippines, Spain, Mexico, etc. Sometimes for as long as a month and still take just one backpack each. If you have to get out of a plane, catch a train then get in a taxi, and then walk to your AIRBNB you will be much happier knowing you can grab your one bag and go. Plus as you said they sell everything everywhere else. For international travel, I have $50 set aside just for those things. I figure if I can afford to buy a plane ticket, get an Airbnb and eat out the whole time then spending a few bucks on some incidentals won't kill me. PLUS I actually find shopping in a local store for mundane things kind of interesting. It's always a familiar yet different experience. I always like to do some normal people things aside from the touristy things to see how the locals live. great video
Agree totally. I’m a 7kg carry on only traveller myself since 2015 and rarely caught out, but happy to buy something if I need it. My biggest test wa Australia to USA to Mexico to USA to South Africa to Australia. Six weeks and two hemispheres. Summer and winter travel.
All great points. One of the things I like to do post trip is to evaluate what works and what doesn’t. It helps me to be more intentional with my choices for the next trip.
same 😅 i also like to take picture of all the things i packed and after take another one without things i didn't used and with added stuff which i missed 😂
Best suggestion you had was to give it a trial run. I have done that in the past, and will do it in my present as well as future. I'm in my seventies, and I have worked in the travel industry for over 40 years with three Airlines, and two major travel agencies. You should also time yourself on how long it takes you to pack, especially if you are traveling to multiple cities in a short period of time. Packing cubes are the best and compression packing cubes are even better. Good luck with all your videos
Wrinkle resistance: I travel with a small spray bottle that I fill with water. Hang up a wrinkled item, spray it with the water. When the water dries, the wrinkles are gone.
I purchased the Downey spray for an upcoming trip. Tested on a few items at home and it didn’t do anything. Don’t know what I’m missing with this product. So many people like it.
If you have your boarding pass printed at home on paper before you go, pop in in a ziplock bag. It adds pretty much no bulk or weight, but if it rains, it protects it from any risk of the ink smudging and wrecking the QR code.
Wow, really helpful. About six years ago, I started trying to limit myself to a carry-on when going to Europe and I found it so liberating! It's so much easier to get onto a train or hail a ride with just a roller carry-on suitcase. So, I've been making it my goal to travel with only a carry-on since then ... of course, it's easier in the summer since there's less need for warm layers, but so far, I'm doing pretty well. One thing I might add to your video is that it is now so easy to find laundry soap that comes in sheets (earth breeze, ecos, etc.). They are not liquid, so no need to declare them to the TSA, and they are light and easy to use if you want to wash out underwear or other clothes in a sink. I wash clothes out all the time in hotels, etc., so that I can recycle outfits whenever I need to.
Everything you stated hit on everything I've learned over the years to optimize space and making my trip smooth. The biggest to do things are organization and buying lightweight wearables at my destination like a scarf that acts as a souvenir and provides a needed function.
Never thought of the protip: living out of your bag for a week before travel. Great idea, especially if you're trying to pack the most efficient bag possible. Also, great idea about checklists. I never pack for any length of trip without one.
I work from a list these days and have “a pack and repack taking stuff out” policy! Am travelling more with just a carry on. I do use the idea of a capsule for trips. Stuff goes together! Good points!
I struggle with my carry on, worrying about the size. I either take a 16" or 21" spinner. Then I see passengers dragging carry-on items big enough to hide a body in, shoving them into the overhead bins. No one says anything at all. It's very annoying and frustrating.
Same. I have a pretty small carry-on that I measured before purchasing and I always compare it to the people around me because even though it is within the limits I feel like it is enormous but it's 30%+ smaller than most people's carry-ons. The one nice thing is those people are way more likely to be asked to gate check their bags. Mine doesn't even get considered unless it is an extremely small plane.
I agree. It was the chick with 5 shopping bags and a carry on and a purse that breezed right onto the plane without a word from the attendants that had me totally confused.
@@sharonla8071 I am one of those people that will ALWAYS get nailed for the most minor transgressions.. even if it is the first time committing it … I think I have a “sign “ over my head of a an arrow pointing down . Husband has convinced me that if I stick with the rules I end up not having to “worry “ which is of value to my stomach and my nerves . 😉
My spouse and I did carry on to Korea a few years ago and had to take our own bedding! We already had sleeping bag liners (light fleece with a zipper), so we put a twin sheet inside and rolled it super tight. I took an inflatable pillow that was actually for lumbar support (about 12 inch square, purchased a while back) and of course a small microfibre towel. It was summertime so we knew it would be fairly warm so it worked out well. Rain jacket was a lifesaver, too. I recommend Keen brand for sandals and footwear, very supportive and cushioned. Love this video! My problem is too many compartments in my backpack so that my small items that I quickly shoved away have to be retrieved, sometimes with panic. Also, this point illustrates my organizational quandary between my mind vs reality: I find several small cheap pencil cases good for different legs of the journey to organize with. And always a couple of ziplocks, because you never know: your sink washed undies may not dry completely before you have to pack due to high humidity in some places.
THANKS A MILLION! Went on Amazon & ordered my sandals. I have problems with my feet so I need all the support I can get. Also checked out the sleeping bag liners for future trips.
I use shampoo, conditioner, body bars instead of liquid. They don't need to be in the zip lock and depending on the brand/size you use, can last over 2 months per bar.
Thank you so much for this, I was stressing bc I brought a face wash soap bar and I was scared if I would need to put it in the zip lock bag thank you !🙏🏽
@@marianagarcia212 Teh zip lock bag is all about liquids. However i did look it up and you cant take more than 12oz 'powders' in carry on. That might be make up powder or it might be talc or baby formula powder. basically, powder in any form. I would check the rules yourself. But they dont need to go in the zip lock bag check the TSA website
Nice idea to live out of your carry-on suitcase, or your personal items bag for a week. However I would do that a month or more in advance not one week before you are traveling. You're going to have to wash all those clothes and many times iron a bunch of clothes. So do this way in advance
Europe and Asia have carry-on size AND weight rules. Usually you can have a smaller carry-on bag (normally a 20", including wheels) roller is the biggest) and a second "personal" bag. Both of the bags TOGETHER normally cannot be more than 7KG. I've seen size more strictly monitored than I have weight. I have a packable backpack that weighs less than a pound that I put my non-personal carry-on items in and a small shoulder bag that has my important documents, money and small things that I will need in my seat while sitting. These would include very small sizes (I buy small bottles and tubes and fill them myself...just enough to get me through the flight/train phase) toiletries, ink pen, earphones, basic meds and the like. The less your luggage item weighs empty, the more that you can put inside.
I went overseas for the first time to Tokyo and I way over packed! I did not consider the weather which was extremely hot in the summer. So, the next time I travel to Tokyo I learned from my mistakes. Everything went into a carry-on and a backpack I simply rolled them and put them into packing cubes and I tried the capsule method. And I still had some clothing articles that didn't get worn. Trust and believe, I will never ever overpack again. But keep in mind.. there is a balancing act between over packing and the flip side of that is under packing. My travels will be taking me to Europe next month and I definitely will need some help with that. The UK has a tendency to be cool and rainy even in the summer. Thanks again and I will be subscribing to your Channel. Happy travels!
All your videos are top notch. Glad you mentioned the carry on weight limits. That is a key point. I have travelled to over 100 countries with too many carriers to count. Carriers used to use a 10 kg carry- on limit but many are now at 8 kg and some even at 7 kg. I personally try to stay at 7kg (15.4 lbs) as I know that I should be good anywhere. (This means a very light bag - my bag is 3.9 lbs.) Also assume that the airline will weigh your carry- on. A European budget carrier on a recent flight I took was weighing all carry on bags and enforcing their 8 kg limit. I am always amused to see carry- on packing videos where the weight limit is totally ignored. Outside the USA weight is a major limitation and will dictate how much you can bring.
for check-in: buying toiletries is actually my number recommendation to all travelers.. short or long term. this is when traveling abroad. U will consume your pressure time going to store and looking for the brand you like. if you didn’t find it, another time consume to figure out which might work for you. it takes years to figure that out…. at least the one that you are particular with..but mine as well bring as much so u can save time.
Hello from France the weather has already given me surprises while traveling: rain in Jordan, and 26 degrees celsius (79°F) in July in the Lofoten islands in Norway, these islands are nevertheless beyond the polar circle. fortunately each time I had what was needed in the suitcase.
I used to travel overseas for work and used to be guilty of taking a lot of specific outfits and shoes that weren’t interchangeable. I overpacked so much. I started making a spreadsheet showing what I’d wear each day (things could move around) to make sure I wasn’t overpacking. It wasn’t called a “capsule wardrobe” but that was the gist. It also kept me from taking more stuff than I could wear and I learned to just take super simple jewelry (silver or gold hoops go with everything). Finally, for longer trips I always plan to wash some clothes. In London and Munich trips I’ve taken, I got an Airbnb with a washer. In Prague, I went to a laundry and paid to have laundry done, it was very reasonable (cheaper than the hotel). In a pinch, I’ll have the hotel do a pair of jeans or some shorts.
Yes. So nice to see someone addressing the rules. I’m so tired of seeing RUclipss by young American girls casually placing liquids throughout their bags and using obviously oversized bags. DO bring sunscreen. It’s often super expensive at the beach and sometimes you can’t get unscented.
We are on our way to South America for six+ months, and are packing sunscreen. From prior trips, good stuff is hard to come by and expensive. Bring what you know will work for you, but maybe not Costco sized.
Not only do I bring my own sunscreen, I also bring a can of Lysol that still left from home in my check in luggage. I leave it behind when the trip is over.
I enjoyed learning from your blog although I already experienced most of what you've said. In my own perspective you make me realized some of my mistake like over packing. Its a huge weight to carry when your bagpack is loaded with a lot of stuff. Thanks for this informative blog. I want to make more realizations from my lots of mistakes while travelling.
Bob here again from AU. Just got a photo of my mate in Rome attempting to drag 2 x 30kg cases with wheels over cobble stone roads. He got 300 meters before collapsing.
My man, you make some solid points! I am leaving for America next week but I'll be having a few appointments so I won't be able to live out of my suitcase but the tip about overpacking is a fact. I overpack and I need to quit doing that
Just made same remark to another comment. 😆 to hear Americans bitch about 10kg limit, not to mention far bigger dimensions. On the plus side this trains us well for cheap Euro airlines
I just roll all my clothes to save space and I don’t use packing cubes. Never used them. To roll, use the army roll. I pack at least a carry on , a back pack, and one check in bag
Thanks for your sound advice. I'm travelling to the U.K and France next week and my carry-on bag is just 6.4kg (14 pounds). It's packed in a bag used every day NOT a case with wheels. As it is going to be on board with me it does not have to have 101 features nor does the bags security need to be a factor. Call it a shoulder bag...and it is soft and pliable so can fit in anywhere. THE KEY POINT is that I will avoid baggage carousels. The current wait time at Heathrow is between 2 and 3 hours to collect bags and about 5,000 bags go astray each day in Europe.
Pet peeve about the over head bin on airplanes. If everyone turns their bag on the side instead of flat everyone will have more room. If you throw your coat overhead be prepared to have it squished and end up wrinkled. Don't put breakable up top unless well protected. Nothing worse than carting that fragile piece through the whole trip to have it broken on the trip home.
I packed for a week in Disney using zip lock bags and squeezed the air out. Saved a ton of space, but went 20lbs over the limit on my checked bag. At least the bags were easy to transfer to my brother in laws backpack 🤣
I'm working overseas for 4 mos and I'm now on day 3. I just got my big bags today, so I've been living out of my carryon for a few days. And it wasn't bad! I knew I'd prob have to do this, so I was ready. The things I've been most happy to have during the past 3 days are my furry slippers, hand towels, and...a tiny pair of scissors.
Going to Scotland in October from 🇦🇺. Have a stylish rain jacket that is also a coat. You are so right! Should be easy enough to check the weather where you’re going. 🌧
Another idea is to take a foldable bag of some sort like a small backpack or expandable duffle sack, just in case you do find souvenirs that you just have to have ... you can check it on your way home, if necessary.
The last trip I took, I purchased a small wardrobe (not under garments or shoes) from a thrift that that funds a ministry I support and packed that, then I donated that wardrobe to a charity hope in the last country I visited and had plenty of room for my purchases and a lighter suitcase on my return- plus almost no laundry when I got home!
After multiple work posting each to Antarctica, we are Icebreaker enthusiasts. If I didn't already have a ton of Icebreaker, I would like to try some Unbound.
As a guy, we never seem to get rid of our underwear! Wonder why that is? LOL! Anyway, I have begun taking my oldest pairs of underwear on trips and then throw them out after use, whether it's a short trip or a 14 day trip. For longer trips I would wash, reuse and then discard. Have done it with old t-shirts too allowing more room for souvenirs for the return flights.
Great video! We are heading to Europe in sept and hitting Croatia first as the tourist season really slows after that. I have a rain jacket but didn't realize it could be so wet, may look for a very small umbrella. Thanks!
In our mid 60’s now and my wife and I have switched to carry-on to avoid the horrible check-in issues, like tons of luggage piling up at airports and 2 hour+ waits for baggage at your destination. I now have medical equipment I need to take but we still make it work with carry-on only. Quick dry underwear means we can take only a few pairs and wash and dry each day or so. I find that only a few pairs of socks works fine as I wash and dry daily as well. Quick dry and wicking shirts means we can get away with just a few shirts too. Again, if we have 2 or 3 nights in one place, a quick wash while showering and the shirt will generally dry overnight or while we are out the next day. We did try taking some small travel hangers once but decided to ditch that and just take a very small camping clothesline that takes up no room in my bag. I only take the pair of hiking shoes I wear each day, that might not work for everyone but it works for me. Toiletries are available almost anywhere so don’t over do it from home. I don’t have a ton of hair so the hotel or B&B stuff is good enough for me. I buy the mini shaving cream and toothpaste. For an upcoming trip to Wales we have to make room for rain gear and a warm layer like a small puffer coat. I’ll likely just wear that stuff onto the plane. My medical gear takes up about 20-25% on my carry-on case so that has meant I do take fewer things but sacrifices must be made to avoid checking in. Timing also makes a difference, lighter clothes for warm weather trips helps but the Spring and Autumn trips can pose a challenge. Layering is key. One trick to get used to travelling lighter is to set out everything you think you need to take. The next day take half the stuff away. The following day, take half away again. Then take more money. Good luck and happy travels.
I noticed in some of their travel footage, they were in the fancy first class are on the plane. Money may not be an object for them unless they work in the airline field lol
So true on "what about this" last minute. I just spent a month away carry on only and *still* took too much because I added a couple of thinsg "just in case" that i literally didnt even look at on the trip, (I also forgota couple of things as well grr which speaks to the need for a list and checking itrems off) and as you say packing for the return trip was difficult as i needed to find a sumo wrestler to sit on my case to be able to close it. Thank goodness for vacuum bags, i might experiment with compression cubes in future though as vacuum bags are more difficult if you just want to get one item out and then pack it back again..
I would suggest never put your passport in your backpack, always on a little purse that you constantly carry with you or in those under clothes zipped items. Take pictures of everything important and send those pictures by mail. Another suggestion is carrying a second old mobile phone, if something bad happens you just buy a local sim card and keep communicated.
I feel like I overpack only in the meds department … what if I need X Y Z creams, meds, etc. my one time trying to find cough syrup in paris was awful. It didn’t work.
Going to Europe for the first time next summer and the tip of thinking about the weather is really helpful. Not sure if it rains in summer where I am going. I'm from Cali and where I live we don't get summer rain ever
@awaytogether Hey, Nick. I enjoyed your video on the best carry-on, and your selection of the Monos bag as the winner. However, I'll be traveling internationally, and as you just mentioned in this video, the size of the carry-on is "significantly smaller" (your quote) for international carry-ons. Unfortunately, the Monos is the size that you stated in the video for domestic (22-14-9), so I'm disappointed to learn on their site that they don't have an international option...your review had me convinced to go the Monos route! Any suggestions as to which bag is the winner internationally? Which is your absolute favorite with price not a factor? Thanks in advance for any help!
i think i made a mistake in 2013 when i was going to texas with my dad, i carry 2 full size shower gels bc i felt travel size wasnt enough for a 4 day trip
Just returned from a 3 week trip to Italy! 12 days of touring and 10 days of biking. I needed clothes for both. Watched so many of your videos and just couldn't fit it all in a carry on. I knew there would be NO time for laundry, my husband is a notorious OVER PACKER, we brought a 26 inch and carried on 2-21". OMG, way too much, on and off of trains planes and automobiles. It was horrible. What to do? I must get this under wraps for my next trip. HELP!
Most of the tips you mentioned, I already follow religiously. But that last one was something new and something I'm going to try. (Packing a carry-on a week before travel and trying to live off that) ❤
Most airlines have a limit of 7 kg for carry on bags. Some allow a free personal item, others don't. This video is probably targeted for US travelers using US airlines where the carry on weight ranges from generous to limitless.
How nice for you. Carrying only a carry on for a four month trip overseas. Men only need one pair of shorts, about three underwear, a couple of sox and one pair of shoes and maybe pants plus your umbrella and jacket. I have to say, I've stressed over this. I've laid out my clothing, packed, taken out items, put in items in the end and still end up pulling a very heavy bag. I've used all of what I brought but maybe a couple of things. The thing that gets me is how heavy your bag is, you have to lug that thing around all over the place. It's you only. And it only gets heavier. Maybe I will pack lighter on my next trip, maybe not. But your tips helped.
Hi Denisa! If it helps, my wife shares everything she packed for our 6 month trip in this video: ruclips.net/video/cGmYYLolD5A/видео.html I'll admit, it's more than we'd take for a typical 10 day trip, and our bags were a little heavy, but we were packing for multiple seasons/continents/climates. If you can pare it down to match the weather/climate of where you're headed, it can be done! Good luck and happy travels!
Advice for wrinkles. I bought linen pants and the manager said she sprays them with water while they’re hanging. So I’m bringing a very small spray bottle on my trip!
I've never had to pack liquids in in a single small bag. I had a lot of liquids all under 3.4 oz in a large bag. No trouble from TSA. The Canadian TSA on the other hand...
Something that always confused me with carry on packing videos from mainly American presenters. I wondered how you could pack so much stuff and still be within the 8 or 10 kg limit that is the norm here in Europe. I didn't realise that you generally didn't have weight limits on your carry on baggage, just size restrictions.
I'm an overpacker even for short trips. Fingers crossed I can effectively pack jeans, hoodies, walking shoes, rain gear, etc. for my 4 day trip to Maine in late October.
@@pappyone6062 looks like she packed for a summer trip and for an 8 day trip. I think I can do ok with limited clothing. 🤞🏼 including packing 1 outfit that I don't mind getting a little dirty and smelly since I'll be doing a lobster excursion (thank goodness for larger size ziploc bags).
I usually lay out everything I want/think I need and then cut it in half. I also roll clothes together to save space, example: I roll my socks and underwear inside of eachother.
For possible rain-should I take disposable rain boot covers or take and wear sandals in the rain which pack easier?- I am trying to be somewhat minimalistic.
I always fall into the overpacking trap, based mainly on the “what if” part of my brain. I keep promising myself that I’ll get better…maybe one day I’ll succeed.
Dont be too hard on yourself. It's better to overpack, than underpack-like I've done in the past. Better to have more of what you need than less. Like I've done. Overpacking is not a mistake, underpacking is.
Great video - love the tips. I'm taking a 3 week trip to Mexico City in early January. Do you have any tips on how to take vitamin supplements for 3 weeks. I use very specific brands for digestion and other issues and would hate to be without them for 3 weeks. I use a weekly pill box now and fill it up for each daily dose of what I take. I can see myself taking 3 of these pill boxes, but wondered if you had any other input?
There are compact monthly boxes. I realise I’m too late for your initial question - I hope you resolved your query. There are special rules for medications prescribed by Doctors.
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Overpacking is always my mistake. They say “you pack your fears”, and I definitely do that one. :)
Guilty here too! Haha thanks for watching
I like that. I'll do my best from now on to remember to NOT pack my fears.
😊you pack your fears, ok
Me and you
I have a set of packing checklists on my phone for various types of trips. Whenever I’m on a trip, every time I notice something I could have used or something I have but don’t need, I make a note of it on my phone. Then when packing for my next trip, I make sure to consult my notes and adjust my list accordingly. The more I travel, the less adjustments I need to make. I used to rely on memory for this, but I would always forget any details like that by the time I got home haha.
I do this same thing and it is so helpful!
"Live out of that carry on bag while you're at home" Excellent suggestion! 👍
I travel with my husband so we 1/2 hour clothes and have clothes in two suit cases (instead of having our own suitcase).This way, if one luggage is missing we both still have clothes.
Brilliant! Love that
Several years ago we watched a rick steves video about taking one bag. We tried it when going to Paris the first time. Our travel mates showed up at the Airbnb with a suitcase that you could smuggle a small family in. Since then we have been to Italy, the Philippines, Spain, Mexico, etc. Sometimes for as long as a month and still take just one backpack each. If you have to get out of a plane, catch a train then get in a taxi, and then walk to your AIRBNB you will be much happier knowing you can grab your one bag and go.
Plus as you said they sell everything everywhere else. For international travel, I have $50 set aside just for those things. I figure if I can afford to buy a plane ticket, get an Airbnb and eat out the whole time then spending a few bucks on some incidentals won't kill me. PLUS I actually find shopping in a local store for mundane things kind of interesting. It's always a familiar yet different experience. I always like to do some normal people things aside from the touristy things to see how the locals live.
great video
Agree totally. I’m a 7kg carry on only traveller myself since 2015 and rarely caught out, but happy to buy something if I need it. My biggest test wa Australia to USA to Mexico to USA to South Africa to Australia. Six weeks and two hemispheres. Summer and winter travel.
All great points. One of the things I like to do post trip is to evaluate what works and what doesn’t. It helps me to be more intentional with my choices for the next trip.
I love that! What was something you learned from a recent trip? Thanks for watching!
same 😅 i also like to take picture of all the things i packed and after take another one without things i didn't used and with added stuff which i missed 😂
Excellent tip! I just started doing that.
Best suggestion you had was to give it a trial run. I have done that in the past, and will do it in my present as well as future. I'm in my seventies, and I have worked in the travel industry for over 40 years with three Airlines, and two major travel agencies. You should also time yourself on how long it takes you to pack, especially if you are traveling to multiple cities in a short period of time. Packing cubes are the best and compression packing cubes are even better. Good luck with all your videos
Major Compression Packing Cubes fan here, Sue! Thanks for sharing your insights and experience, and thanks so much for watching our videos!
Wrinkle resistance: I travel with a small spray bottle that I fill with water. Hang up a wrinkled item, spray it with the water. When the water dries, the wrinkles are gone.
I do the same but fill it with Downy Wrinkle Release
I purchased the Downey spray for an upcoming trip. Tested on a few items at home and it didn’t do anything. Don’t know what I’m missing with this product. So many people like it.
If you have your boarding pass printed at home on paper before you go, pop in in a ziplock bag. It adds pretty much no bulk or weight, but if it rains, it protects it from any risk of the ink smudging and wrecking the QR code.
Wow, really helpful. About six years ago, I started trying to limit myself to a carry-on when going to Europe and I found it so liberating! It's so much easier to get onto a train or hail a ride with just a roller carry-on suitcase. So, I've been making it my goal to travel with only a carry-on since then ... of course, it's easier in the summer since there's less need for warm layers, but so far, I'm doing pretty well. One thing I might add to your video is that it is now so easy to find laundry soap that comes in sheets (earth breeze, ecos, etc.). They are not liquid, so no need to declare them to the TSA, and they are light and easy to use if you want to wash out underwear or other clothes in a sink. I wash clothes out all the time in hotels, etc., so that I can recycle outfits whenever I need to.
I have spent my life looking for the perfect pair of shoes for travel...comfortable and good for walking but also dressy. Haven't found it yet!
Everything you stated hit on everything I've learned over the years to optimize space and making my trip smooth. The biggest to do things are organization and buying lightweight wearables at my destination like a scarf that acts as a souvenir and provides a needed function.
Love that tip about the scarf! Thanks for watching!
Never thought of the protip: living out of your bag for a week before travel. Great idea, especially if you're trying to pack the most efficient bag possible. Also, great idea about checklists. I never pack for any length of trip without one.
I work from a list these days and have “a pack and repack taking stuff out” policy! Am travelling more with just a carry on. I do use the idea of a capsule for trips. Stuff goes together! Good points!
I don’t know how people can put dirty shoes in luggage without a bag, is it just me or everyone is okay with shoes touching everything else?
Put them into a separate bag inside your suitcase
Most people aren't afraid of a little dirt, or at least that's how it used to be...
Im the same i wont put my dirty shoes nor my dirty clothes thats nasty i always put it in a separate bag.
No , shoes have to be bagged !!
I have same thoughts..imagine your shoes step on a poop and put in luggage without bag🤢
I struggle with my carry on, worrying about the size. I either take a 16" or 21" spinner. Then I see passengers dragging carry-on items big enough to hide a body in, shoving them into the overhead bins. No one says anything at all. It's very annoying and frustrating.
Same. I have a pretty small carry-on that I measured before purchasing and I always compare it to the people around me because even though it is within the limits I feel like it is enormous but it's 30%+ smaller than most people's carry-ons. The one nice thing is those people are way more likely to be asked to gate check their bags. Mine doesn't even get considered unless it is an extremely small plane.
@Sunny Scott please remember that you will not struggle nor injure yourself packing items that go unused. 😆
@@j.n.w7903 OK! Thanks 😊
I agree. It was the chick with 5 shopping bags and a carry on and a purse that breezed right onto the plane without a word from the attendants that had me totally confused.
@@sharonla8071 I am one of those people that will ALWAYS get nailed for the most minor transgressions.. even if it is the first time committing it … I think I have a “sign “ over my head of a an arrow pointing down .
Husband has convinced me that if I stick with the rules I end up not having to “worry “ which is of value to my stomach and my nerves . 😉
My spouse and I did carry on to Korea a few years ago and had to take our own bedding! We already had sleeping bag liners (light fleece with a zipper), so we put a twin sheet inside and rolled it super tight. I took an inflatable pillow that was actually for lumbar support (about 12 inch square, purchased a while back) and of course a small microfibre towel. It was summertime so we knew it would be fairly warm so it worked out well. Rain jacket was a lifesaver, too. I recommend Keen brand for sandals and footwear, very supportive and cushioned.
Love this video!
My problem is too many compartments in my backpack so that my small items that I quickly shoved away have to be retrieved, sometimes with panic. Also, this point illustrates my organizational quandary between my mind vs reality: I find several small cheap pencil cases good for different legs of the journey to organize with. And always a couple of ziplocks, because you never know: your sink washed undies may not dry completely before you have to pack due to high humidity in some places.
THANKS A MILLION! Went on Amazon & ordered my sandals. I have problems with my feet so I need all the support I can get. Also checked out the sleeping bag liners for future trips.
I use shampoo, conditioner, body bars instead of liquid. They don't need to be in the zip lock and depending on the brand/size you use, can last over 2 months per bar.
Ive never tried these but yes saves the TSA issues with liquids.Though these days ive found most places i stay provide them anyway.
Thank you so much for this, I was stressing bc I brought a face wash soap bar and I was scared if I would need to put it in the zip lock bag thank you !🙏🏽
@@marianagarcia212 the rules are only for liquids. Not things you could later dissolve.
@@Joe-lb8qn so like my makeup setting powder blush in powder and bronzer all in powder form don’t have to be in the zip lock bag?
@@marianagarcia212 Teh zip lock bag is all about liquids. However i did look it up and you cant take more than 12oz 'powders' in carry on. That might be make up powder or it might be talc or baby formula powder. basically, powder in any form. I would check the rules yourself. But they dont need to go in the zip lock bag check the TSA website
Nice idea to live out of your carry-on suitcase, or your personal items bag for a week. However I would do that a month or more in advance not one week before you are traveling. You're going to have to wash all those clothes and many times iron a bunch of clothes. So do this way in advance
Europe and Asia have carry-on size AND weight rules. Usually you can have a smaller carry-on bag (normally a 20", including wheels) roller is the biggest) and a second "personal" bag. Both of the bags TOGETHER normally cannot be more than 7KG. I've seen size more strictly monitored than I have weight. I have a packable backpack that weighs less than a pound that I put my non-personal carry-on items in and a small shoulder bag that has my important documents, money and small things that I will need in my seat while sitting. These would include very small sizes (I buy small bottles and tubes and fill them myself...just enough to get me through the flight/train phase) toiletries, ink pen, earphones, basic meds and the like. The less your luggage item weighs empty, the more that you can put inside.
I went overseas for the first time to Tokyo and I way over packed! I did not consider the weather which was extremely hot in the summer. So, the next time I travel to Tokyo I learned from my mistakes. Everything went into a carry-on and a backpack
I simply rolled them and put them into packing cubes and I tried the capsule method. And I still had some clothing articles that didn't get worn.
Trust and believe, I will never ever overpack again. But keep in mind.. there is a balancing act between over packing and the flip side of that is under packing. My travels will be taking me to Europe next month and I definitely will need some help with that. The UK has a tendency to be cool and rainy even in the summer.
Thanks again and I will be subscribing to your Channel. Happy travels!
All your videos are top notch. Glad you mentioned the carry on weight limits. That is a key point. I have travelled to over 100 countries with too many carriers to count. Carriers used to use a 10 kg carry- on limit but many are now at 8 kg and some even at 7 kg. I personally try to stay at 7kg (15.4 lbs) as I know that I should be good anywhere. (This means a very light bag - my bag is 3.9 lbs.) Also assume that the airline will weigh your carry- on. A European budget carrier on a recent flight I took was weighing all carry on bags and enforcing their 8 kg limit. I am always amused to see carry- on packing videos where the weight limit is totally ignored. Outside the USA weight is a major limitation and will dictate how much you can bring.
Here in Oz carry-on limit has been 7kg for years. Although you can bring more if you pay for it
Some air line Sunwing allows ONE FIVE KG CARRY ON LUGGAGE. Some empty small suitcases weight just that.
Whay bag weights 3.9 lbs? Thanks
Thank you for all the great tips.
for check-in:
buying toiletries is actually my number recommendation to all travelers.. short or long term. this is when traveling abroad.
U will consume your pressure time going to store and looking for the brand you like. if you didn’t find it, another time consume to figure out which might work for you. it takes years to figure that out…. at least the one that you are particular with..but mine as well bring as much so u can save time.
First time flyer thank you. Going from Texas to Gainesville, Ga.
Hello from France
the weather has already given me surprises while traveling: rain in Jordan, and 26 degrees celsius (79°F) in July in the Lofoten islands in Norway, these islands are nevertheless beyond the polar circle. fortunately each time I had what was needed in the suitcase.
I used to travel overseas for work and used to be guilty of taking a lot of specific outfits and shoes that weren’t interchangeable. I overpacked so much. I started making a spreadsheet showing what I’d wear each day (things could move around) to make sure I wasn’t overpacking. It wasn’t called a “capsule wardrobe” but that was the gist. It also kept me from taking more stuff than I could wear and I learned to just take super simple jewelry (silver or gold hoops go with everything). Finally, for longer trips I always plan to wash some clothes. In London and Munich trips I’ve taken, I got an Airbnb with a washer. In Prague, I went to a laundry and paid to have laundry done, it was very reasonable (cheaper than the hotel). In a pinch, I’ll have the hotel do a pair of jeans or some shorts.
Packing cubes work well
Yes. So nice to see someone addressing the rules. I’m so tired of seeing RUclipss by young American girls casually placing liquids throughout their bags and using obviously oversized bags. DO bring sunscreen. It’s often super expensive at the beach and sometimes you can’t get unscented.
We are on our way to South America for six+ months, and are packing sunscreen. From prior trips, good stuff is hard to come by and expensive. Bring what you know will work for you, but maybe not Costco sized.
Not only do I bring my own sunscreen, I also bring a can of Lysol that still left from home in my check in luggage. I leave it behind when the trip is over.
I enjoyed learning from your blog although I already experienced most of what you've said. In my own perspective you make me realized some of my mistake like over packing. Its a huge weight to carry when your bagpack is loaded with a lot of stuff. Thanks for this informative blog. I want to make more realizations from my lots of mistakes while travelling.
I use bars for shampoo conditioner and body wash. This helps cut down on my liquids.
that's a good tip, thanks Emma :)
Bob here again from AU. Just got a photo of my mate in Rome attempting to drag 2 x 30kg cases with wheels over cobble stone roads. He got 300 meters before collapsing.
My man, you make some solid points! I am leaving for America next week but I'll be having a few appointments so I won't be able to live out of my suitcase but the tip about overpacking is a fact. I overpack and I need to quit doing that
And I agree with living out of your carryon for a week at home or another trip to see what you really really need!
All great advice, had to learn the hard way but I really value the live out of it for a week bc I always forget things
Very useful, thank you! Packing for a 3 week trip and already finding myself over packing lol. These tips and suggestions will be put to use.
Wow - surprised to hear not all US airlines have a carryon weight limit. I’m from Australia and carry on is usually limited to about 7kg weight.
Just made same remark to another comment. 😆 to hear Americans bitch about 10kg limit, not to mention far bigger dimensions.
On the plus side this trains us well for cheap Euro airlines
For all the liquids and gels, I like to put it in the checked bags .
I just roll all my clothes to save space and I don’t use packing cubes. Never used them. To roll, use the army roll. I pack at least a carry on , a back pack, and one check in bag
Thanks for your sound advice. I'm travelling to the U.K and France next week and my carry-on bag is just 6.4kg (14 pounds). It's packed in a bag used every day NOT a case with wheels. As it is going to be on board with me it does not have to have 101 features nor does the bags security need to be a factor. Call it a shoulder bag...and it is soft and pliable so can fit in anywhere. THE KEY POINT is that I will avoid baggage carousels. The current wait time at Heathrow is between 2 and 3 hours to collect bags and about 5,000 bags go astray each day in Europe.
Pet peeve about the over head bin on airplanes. If everyone turns their bag on the side instead of flat everyone will have more room. If you throw your coat overhead be prepared to have it squished and end up wrinkled. Don't put breakable up top unless well protected. Nothing worse than carting that fragile piece through the whole trip to have it broken on the trip home.
Most planes don’t have bins that accommodate bags on their sides.
I started wearing the Women's Unbound Merino Wool Capsule. Unbound Merino Wool is great
Awesome! I’m a huge fan of their stuff
I packed for a week in Disney using zip lock bags and squeezed the air out. Saved a ton of space, but went 20lbs over the limit on my checked bag. At least the bags were easy to transfer to my brother in laws backpack 🤣
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Potential 1st time traveler,😁thanks for this awesome video.
Great sense of humor in your editing!!
Lol I def will pack my own toothpaste soap etc bc I’m very health conscious of my products sorrry but great tips
I'm working overseas for 4 mos and I'm now on day 3. I just got my big bags today, so I've been living out of my carryon for a few days. And it wasn't bad! I knew I'd prob have to do this, so I was ready. The things I've been most happy to have during the past 3 days are my furry slippers, hand towels, and...a tiny pair of scissors.
Going to Scotland in October from 🇦🇺. Have a stylish rain jacket that is also a coat. You are so right! Should be easy enough to check the weather where you’re going. 🌧
Another idea is to take a foldable bag of some sort like a small backpack or expandable duffle sack, just in case you do find souvenirs that you just have to have ... you can check it on your way home, if necessary.
The last trip I took, I purchased a small wardrobe (not under garments or shoes) from a thrift that that funds a ministry I support and packed that, then I donated that wardrobe to a charity hope in the last country I visited and had plenty of room for my purchases and a lighter suitcase on my return- plus almost no laundry when I got home!
Wow leaving off your bag a home is a great idea!
Merino Wool is the best product to travel
I invested in the Unbound Merino Wool Capsule Wardrobe
After multiple work posting each to Antarctica, we are Icebreaker enthusiasts. If I didn't already have a ton of Icebreaker, I would like to try some Unbound.
I really like the tip about living out of the carry on for a week!
Lol honestly we continue to live out of our carry ons after most trips - in that we never completely unpack. 😭
What an absolute OUTSTANDING video
Thanks for watching, Jerry!
As a guy, we never seem to get rid of our underwear! Wonder why that is? LOL!
Anyway, I have begun taking my oldest pairs of underwear on trips and then throw them out after use, whether it's a short trip or a 14 day trip. For longer trips I would wash, reuse and then discard. Have done it with old t-shirts too allowing more room for souvenirs for the return flights.
Great info. I am about to start traveling, slow traveling. I am trying to gather information and then hopefully use it LOL
I struggle with this even on weekend trips! All good tips! 👏
Don’t forget your toothbrush!
Great video! We are heading to Europe in sept and hitting Croatia first as the tourist season really slows after that. I have a rain jacket but didn't realize it could be so wet, may look for a very small umbrella. Thanks!
I have the same Osprey backpack 🎒 and I love it
I am always over packaged 😁😂
Wasting of money and so stressful!😥
Thank you so much for your very informative video. I've learned a lot.🤗
Learned the overpacking mistake this weekend 😂 oops.
In our mid 60’s now and my wife and I have switched to carry-on to avoid the horrible check-in issues, like tons of luggage piling up at airports and 2 hour+ waits for baggage at your destination. I now have medical equipment I need to take but we still make it work with carry-on only. Quick dry underwear means we can take only a few pairs and wash and dry each day or so. I find that only a few pairs of socks works fine as I wash and dry daily as well. Quick dry and wicking shirts means we can get away with just a few shirts too. Again, if we have 2 or 3 nights in one place, a quick wash while showering and the shirt will generally dry overnight or while we are out the next day. We did try taking some small travel hangers once but decided to ditch that and just take a very small camping clothesline that takes up no room in my bag. I only take the pair of hiking shoes I wear each day, that might not work for everyone but it works for me. Toiletries are available almost anywhere so don’t over do it from home. I don’t have a ton of hair so the hotel or B&B stuff is good enough for me. I buy the mini shaving cream and toothpaste. For an upcoming trip to Wales we have to make room for rain gear and a warm layer like a small puffer coat. I’ll likely just wear that stuff onto the plane. My medical gear takes up about 20-25% on my carry-on case so that has meant I do take fewer things but sacrifices must be made to avoid checking in. Timing also makes a difference, lighter clothes for warm weather trips helps but the Spring and Autumn trips can pose a challenge. Layering is key. One trick to get used to travelling lighter is to set out everything you think you need to take. The next day take half the stuff away. The following day, take half away again. Then take more money. Good luck and happy travels.
Amazing tips! Thanks for sharing!
I have trouble getting to the links below. Please help with how to find them. Great video but I want to get some things you recommend
I did a add up of all the available items in your links. The total is $9144.00 and I haven’t left the country yet.. ✈️
I noticed in some of their travel footage, they were in the fancy first class are on the plane. Money may not be an object for them unless they work in the airline field lol
So true on "what about this" last minute. I just spent a month away carry on only and *still* took too much because I added a couple of thinsg "just in case" that i literally didnt even look at on the trip, (I also forgota couple of things as well grr which speaks to the need for a list and checking itrems off) and as you say packing for the return trip was difficult as i needed to find a sumo wrestler to sit on my case to be able to close it.
Thank goodness for vacuum bags, i might experiment with compression cubes in future though as vacuum bags are more difficult if you just want to get one item out and then pack it back again..
I would suggest never put your passport in your backpack, always on a little purse that you constantly carry with you or in those under clothes zipped items. Take pictures of everything important and send those pictures by mail. Another suggestion is carrying a second old mobile phone, if something bad happens you just buy a local sim card and keep communicated.
Yes, I was HORRIFIED when he did that!
Thanks for the content! 😊✈️🧳💺
Thanks for the great tips! Best wishes from Mexico 🇲🇽
I feel like I overpack only in the meds department … what if I need X Y Z creams, meds, etc. my one time trying to find cough syrup in paris was awful. It didn’t work.
Going to Europe for the first time next summer and the tip of thinking about the weather is really helpful. Not sure if it rains in summer where I am going. I'm from Cali and where I live we don't get summer rain ever
Right on! Where are you headed?
Usually if it's summer rain, it's not too cold so a poncho or umbrella is sufficient.
@awaytogether Hey, Nick. I enjoyed your video on the best carry-on, and your selection of the Monos bag as the winner. However, I'll be traveling internationally, and as you just mentioned in this video, the size of the carry-on is "significantly smaller" (your quote) for international carry-ons. Unfortunately, the Monos is the size that you stated in the video for domestic (22-14-9), so I'm disappointed to learn on their site that they don't have an international option...your review had me convinced to go the Monos route! Any suggestions as to which bag is the winner internationally? Which is your absolute favorite with price not a factor? Thanks in advance for any help!
Love this video!
i think i made a mistake in 2013 when i was going to texas with my dad, i carry 2 full size shower gels bc i felt travel size wasnt enough for a 4 day trip
Just returned from a 3 week trip to Italy! 12 days of touring and 10 days of biking. I needed clothes for both. Watched so many of your videos and just couldn't fit it all in a carry on. I knew there would be NO time for laundry, my husband is a notorious OVER PACKER, we brought a 26 inch and carried on 2-21". OMG, way too much, on and off of trains planes and automobiles. It was horrible. What to do? I must get this under wraps for my next trip. HELP!
Hi thanks for the video , can you give details of you luggage bag in the video ( Red color)
Your videos are so helpful! Thanks
Thanks for watching!!!
im ashamed, so guilty of over packing! Really good tips here thank you!
Most of the tips you mentioned, I already follow religiously. But that last one was something new and something I'm going to try. (Packing a carry-on a week before travel and trying to live off that) ❤
I do that I start packing a week before a trip and start dropping things in the case
Hmmm in Indonesia the weight limit for carry on usually is 7kg.
Most airlines have a limit of 7 kg for carry on bags. Some allow a free personal item, others don't. This video is probably targeted for US travelers using US airlines where the carry on weight ranges from generous to limitless.
How nice for you. Carrying only a carry on for a four month trip overseas. Men only need one pair of shorts, about three underwear, a couple of sox and one pair of shoes and maybe pants plus your umbrella and jacket. I have to say, I've stressed over this. I've laid out my clothing, packed, taken out items, put in items in the end and still end up pulling a very heavy bag. I've used all of what I brought but maybe a couple of things. The thing that gets me is how heavy your bag is, you have to lug that thing around all over the place. It's you only. And it only gets heavier. Maybe I will pack lighter on my next trip, maybe not. But your tips helped.
Hi Denisa! If it helps, my wife shares everything she packed for our 6 month trip in this video: ruclips.net/video/cGmYYLolD5A/видео.html I'll admit, it's more than we'd take for a typical 10 day trip, and our bags were a little heavy, but we were packing for multiple seasons/continents/climates. If you can pare it down to match the weather/climate of where you're headed, it can be done! Good luck and happy travels!
I'm an over packer. I always add things at the last minute.
It is the " Just Incase " items that usually get me.
Same here!
Advice for wrinkles. I bought linen pants and the manager said she sprays them with water while they’re hanging. So I’m bringing a very small spray bottle on my trip!
Hey Nik: What is the sling back bag that Allie uses?
Carry-on suitcase and huge backpack which should not be allowed in the cabin since it is essentially a second carry-on.
I've never had to pack liquids in in a single small bag. I had a lot of liquids all under 3.4 oz in a large bag. No trouble from TSA. The Canadian TSA on the other hand...
I don't know why it never dawned on me to just put the liquids in my backpack, that was a great tip and definitely something I'll do moving forward.
These days you can get shampoo soap bars, shaving soap bars that are not liquids and so can be in the bag
Awesome video with great tips!
awesome tips!
Really good advice, still unable to get the packing list though, have checked spam to in case 🤥
Easy jet and Ryan air now charge for a carry on case only. Small back pack is free
Something that always confused me with carry on packing videos from mainly American presenters. I wondered how you could pack so much stuff and still be within the 8 or 10 kg limit that is the norm here in Europe. I didn't realise that you generally didn't have weight limits on your carry on baggage, just size restrictions.
I'm an overpacker even for short trips. Fingers crossed I can effectively pack jeans, hoodies, walking shoes, rain gear, etc. for my 4 day trip to Maine in late October.
You got this!!!!! Thanks for watching
Go to Audrey Coynes channel. She actually did a video on what she packed for Maine (or somewhere back East). She does great capsule wardrobe videos.
@@pappyone6062 looks like she packed for a summer trip and for an 8 day trip. I think I can do ok with limited clothing. 🤞🏼 including packing 1 outfit that I don't mind getting a little dirty and smelly since I'll be doing a lobster excursion (thank goodness for larger size ziploc bags).
@@destiny40stl well if she got an 8 day trip in a carry on it should be a cakewalk for you. Good luck! And have fun!
@@pappyone6062 Thank you. 😊
I usually lay out everything I want/think I need and then cut it in half. I also roll clothes together to save space, example: I roll my socks and underwear inside of eachother.
For possible rain-should I take disposable rain boot covers or take and wear sandals in the rain which pack easier?- I am trying to be somewhat minimalistic.
This was very helpful. Thanks!
I always fall into the overpacking trap, based mainly on the “what if” part of my brain. I keep promising myself that I’ll get better…maybe one day I’ll succeed.
Dont be too hard on yourself. It's better to overpack, than underpack-like I've done in the past. Better to have more of what you need than less. Like I've done. Overpacking is not a mistake, underpacking is.
One time i was going to a meeting where i needed dresses… i forgot ALL of my shoes except the walking shoes from travel. Oops!!!!
Great video - love the tips. I'm taking a 3 week trip to Mexico City in early January. Do you have any tips on how to take vitamin supplements for 3 weeks. I use very specific brands for digestion and other issues and would hate to be without them for 3 weeks. I use a weekly pill box now and fill it up for each daily dose of what I take. I can see myself taking 3 of these pill boxes, but wondered if you had any other input?
There are compact monthly boxes.
I realise I’m too late for your initial question - I hope you resolved your query.
There are special rules for medications prescribed by Doctors.