Best Method: Packing Cubes vs Rolling Method in a CarryOn - My Test and Review

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  • @rebeccalandrigan8958
    @rebeccalandrigan8958 5 лет назад +54

    Well before I had ever heard of packing cubes, I started using that method. But instead of purchasing cubes, I just use the clear plastic packaging that bed sheets are sold in. LOVE them. Love that they are clear and you can pull them out and see exactly where (nearly) each piece of clothing is. Pack my workout clothes in one and it saves so much mess of reorganizing the suitcase each time you need something. And, they're free!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      So true! Brilliant! Thank you for watching!

    • @maryhurst4663
      @maryhurst4663 2 года назад +2

      Similar for me. I first used zip lock bags.

  • @luisesusette5598
    @luisesusette5598 6 лет назад +179

    Hi Laurie, I notice many folks remark on the rolling technique. The real reason flight attendants roll clothes is to avoid having to iron them. If you fold your clothes before you roll- you’ll have wrinkles. Avoid any folding along the front (visible) panel of any item of clothes, Also, I would advise against packing your clothes next to your shoes (yuck). Shoe bags (even plastic bags) help. My best tip is to make sure as many of your clothes co-ordinate with EACH OTHER as possible - therefore expanding your options once you arrive - and also stress the importance of Layering clothes instead of packing heavy things - weather and temps change throughout the day and having options for hot then cold (in some countries/seasons) is paramount. One other thing that I ALWAYS try to do now is to pack two pairs of underwear and a nice shirt in a carryon - in case my suitcase gets lost/misses my connection. And DO NOT FORGET to put a TILE into a suitcase (GPS tracking) so when you are waiting at the baggage pick up - and your suitcase doesn’t come out - you can see if it made your connection. Also, do not forget to pack a laundry bag so you can separate your dirty from clean closthes if you go to multiple destinations (just helps also to keep things straight). Lastly - do not pack you luggage completely full - leave space for some purchases of clothes on your holiday - you will remember your trip everytime you wear them. Hope some of these are useful to pass on . . .

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +3

      Thanks for passing on your tips, Luise! Thanks for watching!

    • @rchoi27
      @rchoi27 5 лет назад +2

      Luise, this is the way I pack. I always have spares with me on carry-on personal bag. Carry-on luggage now gets checked at the gate way too often.

    • @clever7981
      @clever7981 5 лет назад

      Luise Susette Thanks for this!

    • @margotchurchill5593
      @margotchurchill5593 5 лет назад +4

      Tile in the case... genius idea!

    • @donnabradley6156
      @donnabradley6156 5 лет назад

      Luise Susette n

  • @serraclubofalbuquerque3209
    @serraclubofalbuquerque3209 5 лет назад +4

    We recently traveled for 2 weeks in England, Scotland and Iceland and used packing cubes for the first time. We each took only 1 carry-on, which was terrific, as our connection was too short (due to late first flight) for our luggage to have joined us at the destination! I didn't use the huge cube, but used the medium sized ones. I carefully rolled 8 dress shirts for my husband in one. I made them the width of the cube and rolled with collars at the top and carefully placed them in cube. I did the same for slacks. A smaller cube held all underwear. For me, I had one cube with several dresses, another with other outfits and a third with what I would need in the colder climate of Iceland. It was terrific. Nothing wrinkled and we were able to keep organized. We just unpacked what we needed each day. We brought the larger bag and used it for laundry as things became soiled. I had never thought of packing cubes, but am hooked now! Your videos are nice and you have a sweet personality! All the best!I P.S. I think your first packing of just rolled clothing would mean you would have to re-pack and re-organize all the time!

  • @cubarnett
    @cubarnett 5 лет назад +2

    Love the cubes. I also have compression cubes and a folder. I cut a plastic placemat into a rectangle the size of a large cube and rounded the edges. I use that to fold my clothes to uniform size, and it saves a great deal of space.

  • @2626firefly
    @2626firefly 5 лет назад +9

    You can fit even more if you put clothing items in a ziploc and squeeze all the air out, like vacuum packed. I do that with socks, shirts, and sweaters.

  • @TravellingTorunn
    @TravellingTorunn 5 лет назад +1

    I always roll my clothes very tightly. I separate them in different themes such as underwear, tops/cardigans, trousers/dresses, sportswear, rain clothes, shoes (which I don't roll ;-)) and then I roll each garment and squeeze them (also very tightly) into quite smaller packing cubes than the one you used. This makes the packing into the suitcase more flexible. And I have one empty pouch for laundry. This keeps my luggage organized, and I get the benefit from both the space-saving rolling and the cubes. I always know where everything is. I have many sorts and sizes of packing cubes - also the type you have. The zippers are still OK, and I have been using them for a long time.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      I'm now a cubes girl. Thanks for watching this older video.

    • @TravellingTorunn
      @TravellingTorunn 5 лет назад

      @@TravelTipsbyLaurie Welcome to the cubes club ;-)

  • @carolyorks6254
    @carolyorks6254 5 лет назад +1

    I love the idea of the 2 handles. Unfortunately I still would not be able to get it in the upper compartment. I'm only 4 feet 9 inches tall. Thank heaven for people who are willing to help the little old lady! There are still kind people out there. I love all of your tips. They are so helpful for even traveling in a car. We leave for Myrtle beach in 2 weeks. I really appreciate the tips on comfortable clothes. Have a great week!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      You are going to love it. Thanks for watching this old video. Now I only do cubes.

  • @JR-gh8lp
    @JR-gh8lp 6 лет назад +1

    We got a travelpro carry on for my mom for our Europe trip, the luggage was light weight and looked great.I recommend it!

  • @lakelassie934
    @lakelassie934 7 лет назад +12

    I use ebags packing cubes, the slim long size (6x14"). They are well made and worth the price. Three of these size packing cubes, packed FULL of rolled clothes will hold 40 pieces of clothing (tshirt, blouses, shirts, leggings, pants, jeans, jackets, raincoat, underwear, night clothes, etc). Twenty+ tops will go in one of them easily.. The cubes must be packed tight with rolled up clothes and the zipper inched up until cube is full. So the big cube you bought is useless for serious cube packing. May organize clothes, but will not allow you to pack all you will need.
    The weight of the suitcase will not be reduced, but the bulk of the suitcase will be cut in half. When I went to Canada last year, I had 3 slim long ebags cubes, and one medium square to hold extra jeans and sweaters. My 25" suitcase (checked) was only half full.
    I never take more than two pairs of shoes and never change on the plane. I carry a small wheeled ebags rollie bag onto the plane for my camera, computer, etc. It has an organizer in front pocket for my tickets and phone, keys etc.
    Closed shoes are better with all those wheels rolling thru the airport, and they can still slip on and off at TSA. So only one pr of shoes in suitcase, one on my feet. I put my toiletries in a small Eagle Creek mini toiletry bag, small sizes, no extra bottles etc. The bigger the makeup bag, the more stuff you cram into it.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад

      Lake Lassie, these are awesome tips! I do like ebags so I'll check them out. Didn't know they came in slim long. That's a different way of thinking for me so that may work. Thanks!!! Canada is on our list!

    • @TitoTimTravels
      @TitoTimTravels 5 лет назад

      When I bought my e-bags packing cubes they accidentally also sent waterproof, roll top, bags (set of 3?). I offered to send them back but they said to keep them. I use them as my shoe bags and love them. I like them more than I like the cubes that I actually bought ha ha 😎

  • @tjwash2
    @tjwash2 6 лет назад +7

    Here’s why I like the cubes. I can pack different categories in each cube. On a recent trip I had work for one week, followed by a wedding and then 5 days at a monastery. I put all of my items for the final trip in one medium sized cube and knew I never had to open it till then. Same with the wedding. So at the first hotel I took out 2 cubes for the business trip and the rest stayed in the bag. She used one very large cube. Two medium cubes would likely have worked better.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      TJ, thanks for watching my thought process. I'm now a cubes girl and cannot believe I'm saying that. Love them for the reasons you listed!

    • @tjwash2
      @tjwash2 6 лет назад

      LauriePOP you did a fine job packing it the first way, and for certain types of travel that might be the best way. The important thing is you wanted to share helpful ideas which led to a conversation. I love hearing helpful tips, I take a little of this and a little of that. 🙂

    • @PeaceLoveShawn
      @PeaceLoveShawn 6 лет назад

      This is so true. The entire point of the cubes is so you’re not digging through your bag looking for different stuff and pulling it all out.

  • @IMOO1896
    @IMOO1896 5 лет назад +3

    Never thought the direction of the roll makes a difference, I haven’t seen the long roll before. You always do interesting vids!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      Oh boy this was an old video. Now I fold in packing cubes and just made one called 6 Packing Methods that is really good. Thank you for watching!

  • @neiliajackovitz5422
    @neiliajackovitz5422 5 лет назад +1

    I like to use cubes in our large family suitcase. I pack my underwear and socks in one, my husband's in one, my teen's in another. When we get to the ship or hotel, I put each person's cube in their drawer. I also hang each person's dress clothes up in the closet right away. Emptied suitcases get put away in a closet or under the bed. Done! It makes it easier for me to unpack and get everyone organized for the length of our vacation.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Neilia, I'm now a cubes girl and love them! Thanks for watching!

  • @gladfan1989
    @gladfan1989 5 лет назад +2

    If you're going to use packing cubes, I HIGHLY recommend ShackePak packing cubes. They're very well made, with YKK zippers (IMHO the gold standard of zippers), not too expensive, come in 8 colors and can hold a crud ton of clothes. They are my go-to and a great investment.

  • @SherBear88
    @SherBear88 7 лет назад +158

    I'm a flight attendant, we use TravelPro let luggage and yes, their wheels fail, they are extremely easy to replace so if you're a wheel doesn't break on you you can get it fixed if you're not traveling every week like we are yeah then your wheels won't get that much damage. Packing cubes 100% all the way it's the only way to keep your stuff extremely organized and you never take out what you're not going to use!!!!! I don't use that rollup method for me because it's just not organized enough for me!! I need just my going out clothes in one, my play clothes in another and my pajamas & underwear in another cube....if I'm not going out and just only to slam click I just take out the cube with pajamas! Get the packing cubes from eBags (go with 3 medium) you can get them on Amazon yeah you get the cheap ones like you have from China yes their zippers are garbage! AND!!!! You should put you sneakers in the cheap plastic disposable shower caps upside down with the opening over the wheel wells because they take up less space... one on each side.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +18

      Slam click - love it! Melinda, thanks for commenting. Are you also organized in your home? I'm not. Maybe that's why I preferred the rolling. I also agree with Jennifer's comment that using smaller cubes may help me. I like your idea about types of outfits into different cubes. Y'all are truly the face of airlines so thank you for being nice to us tired, non-thinking passengers. When we get a forgiving flight attendant, it makes all the difference in the world.

    • @cringeisamindsetbabe
      @cringeisamindsetbabe 7 лет назад +1

      I almost agree with the shower cap idea but don't you care about waste?

    • @SherBear88
      @SherBear88 7 лет назад +16

      Kitty Taco I use them until they are falling apart. The last pair I was using lasted me two years!!!

    • @benjaminwise8614
      @benjaminwise8614 6 лет назад +2

      I like Melinda's style. play clothes all the way, girl.

    • @ASimplegoddess
      @ASimplegoddess 6 лет назад +4

      You should do a video with your packing tips, I'd watch that for sure.

  • @taliza55
    @taliza55 6 лет назад +2

    I’ll stick to rolling but I really like the way you do it! I usually stack, fold and then roll but I can see the benefit of rolling each piece to be able to fit it anywhere! Thanks Laurie!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      I do love me some rolls but recently switched to packing cubes. I can't believe I'm saying that, but I like folding and putting them in the cube now. Happy travels and rolling!

  • @cindybare1
    @cindybare1 7 лет назад +8

    I agree with Melinda. I love packing cubes. I also use ebags. I like the medium the best but use the large for long pants. The luggage would be a mess without packing cubes. It's easier find what I need and unpack at the hotel or on the cruise. It's also easier when TSA needs to go through it. I won't travel without them ever again.

    • @cindybare1
      @cindybare1 7 лет назад +1

      I am not organized at home. I have a lot of clutter but am starting to get rid of stuff and hope to get organized.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад

      Thank you for comment Cindy. I do love ebags. I will check out their videos about packing cubes; I'm really going to try them out more often because I don't think I've given them the full benefit of the doubt.

    • @helsinki1945
      @helsinki1945 6 лет назад

      Cindy Bare iTunes
      Kkk

  • @mollyquinn9120
    @mollyquinn9120 6 лет назад +53

    I put all shoes in zip lock bags cuz the shoe bottoms are filthy & I don't want my clean clothes touching shoe bottoms.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      Molly, great idea. I am not there yet, but if I think about it, they are super dirty. Thank you so very much for watching and for commenting!!

    • @christophers5510
      @christophers5510 6 лет назад +5

      LauriePOP i use plastic grocery handle bags for shoes. then at the hotel, i use the bag for taking items to the pool (sunscreen, sunglasses case, pocket radio, phone, etc)

    • @4Redhead39
      @4Redhead39 6 лет назад +11

      I understand the theory, Christopher, but I would never put anything else in the bag in which I packed my filthy (at least on the bottoms) shoes. I would just save the bags for the return trip. And if grocery bags float your boat - pun intended - just neatly fold a few extra into your suitcase - they take up no room, and they're good for separating your dirty laundry to go back into the cubes or suitcase for your return.

    • @outofthecraftermath8497
      @outofthecraftermath8497 4 года назад +1

      @@christophers5510 They're also good for dirty laundry.

    • @elizabethb66
      @elizabethb66 Год назад

      Exactly

  • @hurstma59
    @hurstma59 6 лет назад +3

    Long before packing cubes came out, I packed in big ziplock bags. It was a must when I traveled to extremely humid countries like Peru and Costa Rica.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      That is a great alternative. Thank you for watching!

    • @TitoTimTravels
      @TitoTimTravels 5 лет назад +3

      My dopp bag always a couple different sized ziploc bags - never know when you will need one! 😎

  • @hellapainyo
    @hellapainyo 5 лет назад +9

    I like compression travel cubes. I tend to travel with a duffel so it's easier for me to keep everything organized with cubes.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Oh, I bet! I just uploaded a 5 Pros and Cons for these two methods too: bit.ly/RollingOrPackingCubeMethod
      Thank you for watching!

  • @kevinonthank
    @kevinonthank 5 лет назад +2

    I use the bundle method. It’s an amazing method and you can fit a whole bunch. The key is to use a travel cube in the center of your bundle and wrap it around the cube. But I also utilize the roll method as well😀

  • @queenofhearts7726
    @queenofhearts7726 5 лет назад +2

    I love my packing cubes! I use smaller cubes so I can use them for separating things like underwire, socks, or swim clothes, taking small items that might get lost, etc. I also found cubes that compress like an expandable suitcase, which gives me more room in my tiny suitcase.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +2

      Regina, I'm a packing cubes girl now; haven't invested in the compression ones yet. Thanks for watching.

    • @queenofhearts7726
      @queenofhearts7726 5 лет назад

      TravelTipsbyLaurie www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071R3SW8B/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 these are the compression packing cubes I bought! 🥰

  • @CourtneysCockpit
    @CourtneysCockpit 5 лет назад +12

    You can save soooo much more space if you incorporate folding and rolling. Instead of rolling and bending ur clothes, fold and then use it for the edges that you talked about. If you do that and focus on keeping it tight you'll save space and wrinkles.

  • @goldynn1
    @goldynn1 5 лет назад

    This comment has nothing to do with the packing. I just wanted you to know you made my whole day with your gingham and cammo combo!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Bwahaha; love it! Thanks for watching! I'm now a cubes girl too fyi.

    • @goldynn1
      @goldynn1 5 лет назад

      TravelTipsbyLaurie I’m still deciding whether it will work for me. I’ve got an overseas trip coming up and I’m only taking a carryon. Not sure if I’ll cube it or just roll and stuff. Decisions, decisions …

  • @hume6900
    @hume6900 3 года назад

    Laurie, I have found in my travels that there is no right or wrong way in packing for everyone. For instance I do use my packing cubes differently to you, by rolling I can pack several days worth of casual outfits maybe 3 days worth plus an extra top including undies, socks & bras in a medium one. I also don’t take more than 2 prs of shoes plus the ones I am wearing and my travel slippers that fold up in my personal bag. I have another one with my bathing suits, cover up, nightie or lounge wear. My casual wear for vacations is on the nicer side and I also bring a couple of dresses for a little more formal nights. By no means have I travelled as much as you.

  • @dananola
    @dananola 7 лет назад +79

    Cats are always extremely interested when you're packing.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +1

      Hahaha, Dana, they sure are.

    • @donnagreiner453
      @donnagreiner453 6 лет назад +3

      I thought kitty was going to jump in the suitcase. Mine do! LOL! They also get all UPSET when mommy starts packing. They know.

    • @vit7890
      @vit7890 5 лет назад

      @@TravelTipsbyLaurie lol i have three dogs and one of them ALWAYS comes to sit in the open suitcase. i pick her up and put her beside me, but she prefers the suitcase.

  • @yazzy1979
    @yazzy1979 5 лет назад +1

    Packing cubes seem like they would be better for backpacks since they’re moldable and I would like to see you try the Marie kondo packing folding method for a carry on. Mind blowing

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I am a total cubes girl now. I need to make a Kondo video soon. Thanks for watching!!

  • @KP-mb9jx
    @KP-mb9jx 5 лет назад +51

    I find shower caps are excellent when packing shoes.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +2

      Yes!

    • @maggie3354
      @maggie3354 5 лет назад

      I use bread sacks for shoes. Usually shoes have socks in them.

    • @mrartclark2847
      @mrartclark2847 5 лет назад +2

      @@maggie3354 I hope your finances have improved by now.

  • @SandraHernandez-mz7um
    @SandraHernandez-mz7um 6 лет назад +1

    I love the packing cubes I have double sided ones one for clean close and when you return you can out the dirty ones in the other side if you want and it’s easier to find what you need instead of searching through the whole bag for something easy to pack and unpack.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Sandra, I've recently switched! I canNOT believe I'm saying that, but I do like cubes better now! Thanks for commenting and for watching!

  • @abuelita23xxx
    @abuelita23xxx 6 лет назад

    The last time we went out of the country, we used the cubes. We just started last year and had tops in one, size appropriate (SA), bottoms in another cube, again SA, undergarments in the smallest size, with shoes, as you do, around the edges. When we needed something, we found the appropriate cube, removed it, and Bob’s your uncle. No digging through 3 suitcases to find the one top you know is there somewhere. We bought Pro packing cubes as well as eBags and Amazon Basics. All from Amazon, obviously, and all worked equally well and were affordable.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Yes, now I only pack in cubes. I can't believe I am saying that. But they help. Thank you for watching.

  • @craftirn2
    @craftirn2 5 лет назад +1

    I rolled my clothes once and they got very wrinkled. Now I use packing cubes. A folder type for tops and I can fit 12 tops in a very small space. If you use packing cubes correctly, they actually compress the clothes and you can fit almost twice as much in. I use a small one for underwear and socks and it has the double zipper compression. One has all my nighttime stuff. very easy to find what I'm looking for and which cube to open. Pants I use a larger cube and that goes on the bottom with the other 2 over it so I just have 2 layers of packing

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Thank you for watching. I'm now a cubes girl and love this way of packing too.

  • @christenscalfano9494
    @christenscalfano9494 4 года назад +2

    Hi Laurie, if you use COMPRESSION PACKING CUBES, like the ones from Eagle Creek, Patagonia, or REI, then you save way more space than if you simply rolled them and placed open in the carry-on. I travel full-time out of a 40L backpack and it doubles my capacity. Hope this helps :)

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      Thanks for the info and thank you for watching my old video. I'm now a packing cubes gal and have pitched to several compression cube companies to see if we could work together.

  • @dianemilligan7370
    @dianemilligan7370 6 лет назад

    Thanks Laurie - good comparison! If you don’t use the cubes for your clothes, you could use them for your shoes. I always like to pack my shoes in bags so the dirty bottoms can’t touch my clothes.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      That is a great idea. I have recently switched to just cubes and love it...unless I'm just going for 2 days somewhere. Thank you for watching.

  • @BrynneC
    @BrynneC 7 лет назад +1

    I got my packing cubes at ikea, and I used them more for organization in my checked bag than compression or space saving (though I'm a TERRIBLE overpacker; I'm trying to improve). I did use one of the double sided ones in my carry on to hold a couple of outfits for my husband and I in case our luggage was somehow lost. So 2 tops, a pair of shorts, socks, underwear and a bathing suit each. Mine was one side of the cube and his was the other. We were flying on a budget airline and it was more expensive to have a carry on than to check a bag. So we each had a checked bag, and one carry on to hold emergency clothes on the way down, and overflow shopping on the way back.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад

      Ikea has everything! That's a great way to think about it now that I think about it. Organization more than space saving. I"m ready to travel again...especially with the hurricane heading towards us. Thanks so much for your detailed comment. That helps give a visual.

  • @TheLotusrising
    @TheLotusrising 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks for comparison, I have used the large cube when using a larger luggage to keep things from rolling around but for the carry on it may have been easier to just use the smaller cubes for the comparison. No rule states you can't roll into your cube :) hope you had a great cruise

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      I have since become a fan of folding in my cubes. Every trip I learn something I need to do on my next trip. #amiright Thank you for commenting TheLoftusrising.

  • @Sapph76
    @Sapph76 6 лет назад +57

    I feel like if you rolled your cloths differently you would of got a better result. Short rolls may have been best.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +7

      Sapph76, I actually now use cubes. It's folding that works and really stuffing the cubes as full as can be because they mold to the clothes. Thank you for watching. I really NEVER thought I'd go for cubes but love them now.

    • @connievanthof6295
      @connievanthof6295 5 лет назад +1

      @@TravelTipsbyLaurie Can you explain (or do a video) of how you fold and stuff into cubes without getting wrinkles? THANKS! LOVE your videos and tips! I'm a travel agent and have passed on manyor your tips as well as shared your videos to my Facebook page!

  • @barbararivera2380
    @barbararivera2380 4 года назад +1

    This last trip I tried packing cubes. I folded the clothes and placed them in the cubes in a stack, zipped them and and stood them upright in my suitcase, the way you’d display books on a shelf. Our rooms in Guatemala had nowhere to unpack so we had to live out of our suitcases. Dumb luck, I discovered that I could unzip each cube as I needed it, while still in the suitcase, only unzipping the side facing me and could then see all the clothes in the cube similar to a file cabinet, and could then remove, and replace items without disturbing the whole lot. This would only work with the ones with double zippers.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      Yes! I love packing cubes now and standing them up in my personal item bag. Thanks for watching this very old video from my former channel.

  • @muskadobbit
    @muskadobbit 6 лет назад +3

    Nice work on the rolling. If you practiced with the cubes you would be as good at using them as you are at rolling.
    I find that if I fold clothes to roughly the size of the cube that it saves space. Fold the edges in toward the centre so you don't wind up with a crease down the middle.
    Also choose cubes that fit efficiently in your carry-on. Then you won't be left with funky spaces in which you can't really fit anything. I use cubes for some things and not for others; depends, but usually dictated by function. Running clothes in a cube except for running shoes, but socks and other run things go in the shoes. Smaller things in stuff sacks that fit in odd spaces.
    In the end, the volume of your stuff is the same. Just don't pack air, so fold or roll efficiently, either way works.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Catherine, you have the gift of the written word! You said all this so nicely. I have recently switched to just cubes and LOVE them! Ditto to all the things you said! Thank you so much for watching.

  • @pattyaguirre3103
    @pattyaguirre3103 6 лет назад +55

    Girl who taught you how to roll clothes!!????

  • @kathleenoman726
    @kathleenoman726 3 года назад

    Need to add rolling items and then placing them inside packing cubes. I went to Florida last year for 5 weeks and saved lots of room rolling items then inserting them into packing cubes.

  • @65rainz
    @65rainz 6 лет назад

    I like the way you speak. Some vloggers try to be funny, but they aren't funny at all. I hope other vloggers can learn how to vlog from you.

  • @planelvr07
    @planelvr07 2 года назад

    Thank you for your video. I can see the advantage to both methods. I've used packing cubes lately due to it seems to keep me better organized. I have a hard time packing light, due in part to having been a mom to Boy Scouts.... always being prepared. It's a work in progress.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  2 года назад

      Haha I bet! It took me years to try compression cubes-they’re amazing.

  • @jenniferdemoor7562
    @jenniferdemoor7562 7 лет назад +28

    I actually invested in Eagle Creek packing cubes when my luggage was a rollable backpack. Carrying it around Asia on my back was a whole lot easier than wheeling it, and there's much less structure to that type of luggage. Sure, I could roll it in the airport, but on the streets, I was wearing it on my back. It's much easier to have 4 small or medium cubes than one large one. Having a large one is like packing a suitcase to put in your suitcase... what's the point of that?

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +3

      Jennifer, so true. I've never thought about it that way. The less structure of the bag would be good for that. I agree with the 4 smaller cubes and what's the point of the large cube. I used a backpack purse all summer, and I really loved it. Thanks so much for commenting!

    • @marytracy3135
      @marytracy3135 5 лет назад

      Exactly! I only use small and medium cubes! Large ones are not helpful!

  • @susans5616
    @susans5616 6 лет назад

    Dear Laurie, may I give an advice? Stuff the cubes as much as you can. The whole purpose of packing cubes is compressing. That’s when it becomes a space saver. Not the way you’ve shown when it’s not even close to full. Maybe you can give it a try one day

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Susan, I'm a believer finally! I updated this video showing how to pack in cubes. They really do hold so much! Thank you for watching and happy travels.

  • @pixelperfect5892
    @pixelperfect5892 4 года назад +1

    I use compression cubes instead of packing cubes & it helps to squish it all in.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      I have not tried that yet. I'm now a packing cube gal. Thank you for watching this old video.

  • @molythomas4050
    @molythomas4050 4 года назад +1

    I love your information of packing I learned a lot from you. Thank you for taking time to do this for me. Kudos to you my friend! Gods speed!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      Thank you for watching this old video. Now I'm all the way packing cubes. Just bought my first set of compression ones too which are awesome for Winter and Fall clothing btw: bit.ly/PackCompressionCubes

  • @janetwest231
    @janetwest231 6 лет назад

    I prefer cubes but I roll my clothes much smaller and tighter. You do what suits you. There is no right or wrong way. I travel in my bulkiest shoes or sneakers and have only 2 other pairs a flat sandal or ballerina depending where I am, and flip flops.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      You got it, Janet! Happy travels to you, and I really appreciate you commenting. Stay tuned for travel hacks next week.

  • @jillgodfrey8445
    @jillgodfrey8445 5 лет назад +1

    I actually used both for my trip to Florida, last year, and brought a back pack, I watched some of your videos from the r travel because, it had been a long time, since, I was on a plane, so, thanks to your tips, everything went very well 👍 and I had a great time

  • @thebossofmykitchen
    @thebossofmykitchen 6 лет назад

    I use cubes from ebags and love it. I used to roll but not loving it. The ebags cubes are washable too! For shoes I take the disposable shower caps from hotels and put my shoes in those. I would never put them with my clothes without them!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Smart! I have now switched to cubes and love it! Thank you for watching.

  • @SamYoungnz
    @SamYoungnz 5 лет назад

    My approach to packing cubes is to store like with like... I think of them as 'drawers' in my luggage. My cubes are all different colours and sizes which I have mentally colour-coded to streamline my travel organisation. And I also put my shoes in shoe bags. My husband likes to pack his shoes full of socks, but I prefer to pack my shoes with tissue, which - while it adds slightly to the weight - it increases the freshness of my tights and socks when I wear them!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I am now a cubes girl. You described them perfectly. I'll use drawers in future videos. Thank you for watching!

  • @MarinaElisabeth
    @MarinaElisabeth 5 лет назад

    I think packing cubes work well for check-in bags, not carry-ons. I like the idea of having everything in sections. Dresses in one cube, tshirts in another etc. And I also like the colour options and how you can colour code your suitcase so you know where everything is if you need to find something rather just stuffing everything in and creating a blob of stuff.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад +1

      Sorry for the delay. Thanks for watching! I am a packing cubes gal now.

  • @PawleyGirl
    @PawleyGirl 5 лет назад +1

    I used cubes for my first international trip to Egypt for two weeks in June. I have one fairly small suitcase and was able to organize and pack everything I needed with them. It took careful planning since tank tops and shorts were not options. I rolled my stuff, and utilized all my space, while making sure I never went over any weight limits. The cubes seemed to be very helpful and I could find what I needed easily.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      I'm a total cubes girl now. Thanks for watching this older video.

  • @stevescp9984
    @stevescp9984 7 лет назад +46

    Here's the thing - you didn't use the cubes correctly. By shortcutting to use the already rolled clothes (and avoid the heat), you probably wasted space within the cubes and thereby eliminated the whole advantage of multiple cubes that allow easy removal from the suitcase. By not using multiple cubes, you lost the advantage of compressing each one.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +2

      You just made me want to try it again. I kept the cubes so I'll try it. It does make sense. I was packing for 7 days in a carry on so maybe that was my problem too. Thank you for commenting Steve!

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    • @true-crIM
      @true-crIM 7 лет назад +1

      LauriePOP you should be able to easily pack for the length of your trip (and longer) in a carry on. Next time, try rolling each garment smaller and lining them up neatly, use multiple cubes so they compress each other and consider putting your shoes/curling iron, chargers, etc in bags well. You'll be surprised how much you could fit in there 😉

    • @akapam57
      @akapam57 7 лет назад +1

      I was going to say the same thing. The rolling in the packing cube was not efficient

    • @cindybare1
      @cindybare1 7 лет назад +1

      Yes, I agree. More could have been put in the cubes and then you may have been able to add another cube in the suitcase instead of pilling the rest on top. It was so much higher with the rest of the clothes just thrown in there.

  • @sandraalvarez592
    @sandraalvarez592 6 лет назад +16

    The cubes didn't work for you because you didn't do a good job at packing them. I've seen other videos where they packed a ton of stuff with the cubes in a carry on bag.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      I know...I've recently changed to just cubes; never thought I'd say that. I was doing it all wrong.

    • @sandraalvarez592
      @sandraalvarez592 6 лет назад +1

      You should do a new video on your new method since this video was a flop.

    • @sandraalvarez592
      @sandraalvarez592 6 лет назад +1

      Nevermind, I just saw your updated video on using the packing cubes. Much better huh haha, a little trial and error.

  • @USSJ2Otaku3084
    @USSJ2Otaku3084 4 года назад

    I can see a lot of potential for more space. I highly recommend checking out how to do the military roll.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      I now am a cubes gal and I fold. So far I have not needed the military roll, but my main packing cube finally ripped last month. Thanks for watching this old video.

  • @MsCherryleopard
    @MsCherryleopard 6 лет назад +3

    Great video. I’ve been on the fence with packing cubes. Don’t listen to the rude comments! I think you do a great job! 💖💕

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks so much, Toni. I'm now a cubes girl and love them. CanNOT believe I'm saying that.

  • @barbraven7274
    @barbraven7274 6 лет назад +14

    I use freezer bags instead of cubes. Can take air out. Great for items the don't wrinkle very much.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      Such a great idea! I now use cubes and love them. Thank you for watching.

  • @michaelcowan6254
    @michaelcowan6254 5 лет назад

    Did a 14 day cruise back in January. I mainly use a garment bag. All my main clothes and shoes are packed in it. Get on the ship and most of my clothes are already on the hanger, so I just open bag and hang up my clothes. Done
    You did give me a couple of ideas, but I will stay with my garment bag.
    By the way, I don't fly. So I can see your way for airport travel.

  • @LifeofMajik
    @LifeofMajik 6 лет назад +1

    Have you ever tried wrapping your delicate items like silk or linen in tissue papers 1st then roll? It keeps them from being wrinkled 😊

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Sha, that is brilliant! You should make a video tutorial. Thank you so much for watching! I did make the switch to cubes-I never thought I'd say that.

  • @brittanypurvis4479
    @brittanypurvis4479 6 лет назад

    Everyone packs differently, I'm impressed you got all that in a carry on, bravo!!! Curious about how you pack toiletries, that's always my downfall.....

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      I have a couple of liquids videos, but the main way for getting liquids in a carryon is to lay them horizontally in the 3 oz bag...I stored them vertically for over 10 years. Finally figured it out ha. Happy travels!

  • @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei
    @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei 7 лет назад +1

    Very interesting comparison. I agree mabye a larger suitcase would suit the packng cubes better. Carry on is still a worry for me, but its how we are going to roll lol, thanks for sharng.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +2

      Deb InPEI (how did you create this name), I'm so glad you got my joke about This is how we roll. Packing is one part what works and one part the packer's personality maybe? I also think I should've used the smaller cubes instead of the big one since I had a carryon. Thank you so much for watching and for commenting!

    • @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei
      @DeborahSutherlandDebinPei 7 лет назад +1

      My name is Deborah (Deb) and I live in Prince Edward Island (PEI) hence the name suited ; )

  • @texadonkey34
    @texadonkey34 5 лет назад

    Your adorable and your ideas are great. I place a pashmina on the bottom of my suitcase, I roll all clothing , place on top of pashmina, then I tie the corners of the pashmina together into a knot. Everything is tied down and covered. My shoes fit along the side, along with my toiletry bag. A neat bundle & nothing touching my shoes. I luv your videos and I will not wear the tank top ever. Don't like having to remove little cardigan at checkin and showing all that skin. Lol

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I love this idea, and I bet it works great. Thanks for watching!

  • @shippermd
    @shippermd 5 лет назад +1

    I've noticed that packing cubes as well as those vacuum bags both make your suitcase VERY heavy!
    Rolling seems to make my luggage feel less heavy.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      Thanks for watching! Sorry I missed this comment so long ago. I'm now a packing cube gal.

  • @rukmasen2862
    @rukmasen2862 2 года назад

    Hi Lauri, whats the difference between a normal packing cube and a compression cube? Which would you suggest if theres a choice?

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  2 года назад

      Hi, the cc has 2 zippers. Here is a video: bit.ly/CompressionCubesReview

  • @kanehi3275
    @kanehi3275 5 лет назад +1

    When you get to your destination you're going to unpack anyways so the cube is a bit useless. The confined space of the cube makes you stack your clothes higher thus ending up bulging the suitcase. A combination of rolling and folding of clothes is the best way. Fold clothings in the middle for dress shirts so it won't wrinkle and rolled clothing for tees, undies and socks. Around the middle.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I'm totally a cubes girl now! Thanks for watching!

    • @sandralindley6016
      @sandralindley6016 4 года назад +1

      I disagree ... when using cubes (short rolls, not long like this video), I don’t unpack the cubes at all ... just pull out the cube and place the whole thing either in a drawer or on top of a dresser or leave in the suitcase (depending upon how long I’m staying in that room) and just take out the outfit items I’m going to wear that day. Kinda like the ConMari method if folding or rolling short rolls, can see everything without stacking items.

  • @EmilyWatterson
    @EmilyWatterson 6 лет назад +22

    By leaving the clothes rolled when putting them in the cubes, you really didn't do the cubes service. You can roll them in the cubes, but the rolls need to be shorter.

    • @Starbabynn
      @Starbabynn 5 лет назад

      This was my same thought.

  • @AldarionErendis
    @AldarionErendis 5 лет назад +1

    OMG!!! I liked your video as soon as I saw your gorgeous black kitty come on screen. I'm subscribing as well for this great content, your informative & relevant to the subject matter without waffling on, please keep doing more videos like this. Love it! 😁👍🐾

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      This is an old video. I'm now a cubes girl and still a cat lady. Thank you for watching.

  • @dm3588
    @dm3588 6 лет назад

    Are you familiar with ranger rolling? It's a way of rolling clothing so that it takes up very little space and doesn't come unrolled.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Thank you-I've now watched two of those style and a Chinese way. Thanks for the add and thank you for watching!

  • @Chrissy85308
    @Chrissy85308 7 лет назад

    I have always rolled. You can get a lot in rolling it. Great video!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад +1

      I bet you can pack like no other...and make a bed! Did the military train you in packing, or was that just your preference? Thank you for POPping by Chrissy.

    • @Chrissy85308
      @Chrissy85308 7 лет назад

      LauriePOP My ex husband and I were married for 24 years and 22 of it he was military. I did good packing when I met him but I did great after learning his tricks. Rolling keeps them less wrinkled too in my opinion. I think you are amazing at packing!

  • @jeanlaubenthal698
    @jeanlaubenthal698 5 лет назад +1

    It typically is recommended to wear full shoes for travel due to preforming better during an emergency.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you for watching and for the tip.

    • @TitoTimTravels
      @TitoTimTravels 5 лет назад

      I always wear my largest pair of shoes (that I am taking), to save backpack space. I have disposable slippers for longer flights. Luckily most decent overseas flights give you a pair (even in economy, where I fly ha ha). They are disposable but I get 4 or 5 flights of one pair.

  • @doyletronic
    @doyletronic 6 лет назад +1

    I use my smallest lacking cubes for items I want in flight and put everything else above in laugauge compartment. This leaves me leg room and I can keep an eye on my pack back but I don't need the whole thing during the flight. So earphones, small journal, pen, gum, eye ask and phone. Then after flight put my phone in my pocket and packing cube in backpack. I do use the packing cubes, IKEA cheapest I've found. I do find them now at yard sales since they are getting more common.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      That's an interesting way to store things on the airplane. It makes sense. My cubes are still going strong. I am now a cubes girl and love them. Thanks for watching.

  • @vdavis930
    @vdavis930 6 лет назад +3

    The cruisers I've been on, always has at least 1 formal dinner, not to mention dinner with the Captain, requires formal wear. I never roll this type of clothing unless I want to have its wrinkles steamed out by the laundry service on board.

  • @stinkygraykitty6808
    @stinkygraykitty6808 6 лет назад +1

    I've done CUBES & ROLLING. I think that rolling your clothes, you can actually get more in your suitcase.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Hi and thanks for watching again. I'm not a folding cubes fan and love it. If I'm just going on a 2-3 day trip, I won't use cubes, but I'll roll.

  • @ExtraordinaryLiving
    @ExtraordinaryLiving 7 лет назад +5

    There are these *COMPRESSION* packing cubes, not just ordinary packing cubes, that can further compress the packed up cubes to create more space in the luggage. I can't say whether or how wrinkled the unpacked clothes would be though ... I will find out when I use these for my next cruise.
    One thing all these packing videos is that people (wisely) bring clothes made of knit fabrics (not get wrinkled so easily, and if wrinkled, then some steam in the shower fixes it.) What about woven fabrics? They get wrinkle if compressed too tightly and needs ironing after unpacking. I am going to bring a lot of dresses to my next cruise made of woven material ... haven't seen one video that addresses this dilemma.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад

      Yes, we could not find an iron in our cruise ship room (What cruise are you going on? I've made cruise videos too). I'm scared to try the compression cubes. Yes, let me know how they work for you. I've heard that folding your clothes in cubes is better than rolling your clothes in cubes. But I'm not convinced yet. Thank you so much for commenting!! And have a great trip.

    • @ExtraordinaryLiving
      @ExtraordinaryLiving 7 лет назад +1

      Irons are considered fire hazards (as are many electrical devices that produce heat), therefore they are not furnished in cruise ship staterooms; also is reason that we are not allowed to bring our own on board. I heard that some cruise lines would lend passengers an iron for a few hours, others offer pressing service (for a fee of course.)
      Thanks for your suggestion. Yea, upon further research, it seems others agree that folding the easy-to-wrinkle items is better than rolling them, and there is a third method too, called "bundle wrapping".
      I will be going on NCL Escape next June (yes, 2018 ... long time from now, haha! :( )

    • @eelised7805
      @eelised7805 7 лет назад

      You have to use a hair dryer to get the wrinkles out

    • @napamoonlight9997
      @napamoonlight9997 6 лет назад

      ExtraordinaryLiving The little compression packing cubes are great for socks and underwear , who cares if they get too squished, right?

  • @robynnedavidson6364
    @robynnedavidson6364 5 лет назад

    Loved ur energy, and and that you have experienced and developed your skill. I think that comfy knits need different consideration than woven. All of the suggestions and ur innovative demonstration would assist in facilitating the best folding packing choice. Again, like so much in our lives, choices are about context. Thanks

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I'm now a cubes gal. Thanks for watching this older video.

  • @grammawillastanley2851
    @grammawillastanley2851 5 лет назад

    I read thru the comments and did question the size of your carry on. What are the measurement of this particular carryon? I am getting ready to fly for the first time in 10 years. Have several carryons from before, but they are all an inch too wide.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Mine is 22 inches long; Are you traveling internationally or domestically? Thank you for watching!

  • @aliciaandbelle6496
    @aliciaandbelle6496 6 лет назад +19

    u can just use the rolling method in the packing cubes I always use this method and it works perfectly

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Thanks Alicia and Belle! I did a few times, and now I've switched to folding. I'm shocked! I made an updated one on how to pack in cubes. But I do love rolling in or out of cubes. Merry traveling!

    • @emilymills8540
      @emilymills8540 6 лет назад

      Alicia and Belle

    • @mayaschweiger5862
      @mayaschweiger5862 6 лет назад

      Exactly. I was going to comment this but you took the words right out of my mouth. Lol.

  • @nebulachristie
    @nebulachristie 6 лет назад

    Thank you for showing how to roll properly. I like that better than the cubes. I have watched many of your videos and really like them.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      I now pack in cubes and cannot believe I'm saying that. I do roll all my workout clothes in my dresser though still. Thank you for watching!

  • @batheshebabeautiful9267
    @batheshebabeautiful9267 6 лет назад

    Ok my opinion, consider if you're going through security check, packing cubes can be good so they pull your stuff out at one time. So use the smaller cubes in the carry-on. You don't mention cameras? Still love your videos they have really helped me.🙏💋🤔💖

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      I have a small video camera I can put in my back pack if that makes sense. If you take a laptop that has to be taken out.

  • @deeferry6520
    @deeferry6520 5 лет назад +1

    I use the folding layering method with my hold luggage so I can lift it all out in the one go without crushing anything. Rolling is great for T shirts, shorts etc but dressy stuff I like to lay out and layer, great tips though

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much! I'm now a cubes gal!

    • @hume6900
      @hume6900 3 года назад

      You can use the cubes as the middle of your dressy layer!

  • @daisymacy1351
    @daisymacy1351 5 лет назад

    so far it seems like no one has a good answer to what is best method. but to me it looks like even if my sister talks about packing cubes, I would rather roll and/or use space saving vacuum bags. I pack alot so. So I hope that vacuum bags will be great way during travels

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      You could even use gallon bags. I'm now a cubes girl. Thanks for watching!

  • @aidal.arnaldy4726
    @aidal.arnaldy4726 4 года назад

    Hi, Laurie. Ice meeting you,from Puerto Rico. I prefer rolling the clothes.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching! Now I want red beans and rice!! Would you believe that now I'm a folding packing cube girl? I cannot believe it but love it.

  • @carmenirizarry7632
    @carmenirizarry7632 5 лет назад

    Hi! Could you fold your clothes for the cube? I think it will fit better and probably fit more. I’m traveling soon and I’ll try mines and let you know. Enjoy your trip. Be safe! Blessings!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      I cannot believe it, but now I'm a cubes girl. Thank you for watching, Carmen.

  • @stevehorvath5121
    @stevehorvath5121 5 лет назад +1

    Compression packing cubes will definitely save space

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Thank you for watching this old video. I just can't spend the money yet, but I am a cubes girl now.

  • @blakehendrix641
    @blakehendrix641 5 лет назад +1

    Nice comparison, thanks for sharing! Have you tried compression / vacuum packing cubes?

    • @jessicakennedy9885
      @jessicakennedy9885 5 лет назад

      I do this actually, but instead of vacuuming - since I won't have one where I land, I compress the air out manually in a not-so-elegant method. I roll my clothes inside the space bag and get 'em in there tight. I get the space bag about half closed then I roll the space bag. As I roll it, I stick it underneath me so I can let my weight help press out any air, when I'm at the end of rolling the space bag, I've gotten a majority of the air out, and I close the bag the rest of the way. When flattened, it takes up VERY little room. I also pack clothes that don't need ironing and will show minimal wrinkles and none if laid out the night before wearing. Hope that helps!

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I have not tried those, but I do like the Ziploc no vacuum compression bags. I'm now a total packing cubes gal. Thank you for watching!

  • @robeenero
    @robeenero 5 лет назад

    If you could place the other clothes in the other cube, would they not a fit either? And what of rolling them to place in the cubes?

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад +1

      I'm now a folding packing cubes gal. Thanks for watching!

    • @robeenero
      @robeenero 5 лет назад

      @@TravelTipsbyLaurie ah!

  • @caroleholla8613
    @caroleholla8613 5 лет назад

    if you are packing many shoes or sandals. I save all the shower hair caps that the hotel leaves with the shampoo and use them to store my shoes so if your shoes are sandy or bit dirty it doesn't fall all over your clothes.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Great ideas; you can also use those free newspaper bags. Thank you for watching!

  • @sandrafisher9194
    @sandrafisher9194 6 лет назад

    Do you still prefer to roll than the cubes?

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад +1

      Nope; love love love cubes! And I can't believe I am saying that. Thank you for watching, Sandra. How do you pack?

  • @deannas1515
    @deannas1515 Год назад

    I use packing cubes, because if they ever want to open my bag at the security checkpoint, it will be easier to put it all back.

  • @99Georgette
    @99Georgette 5 лет назад +3

    Your rolling “technique” was just odd, especially in the packing cube. I only use packing cubes, and a variety of sizes. I don’t recommend packing everything in one giant packing cube. I would also suggest cutting down on the amount of shoes. For those viewers interested in packing cubes, there are other brands that are well made, and you can find many excellent tutorials on how to pack your clothes in them.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      Love packing cubes now. Thank you for watching this old video.

  • @kellyreise5628
    @kellyreise5628 5 лет назад

    Do you only use the carryon when you go on vacation or a larger suitcase as well?

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I only use a carryon because my husband is a pilot. We only get on a seat if it's empty, and we find out in the last few minutes. So if they ever have to search through an airplane to take out our suitcase because we did not have room to sit on a plane, they'd be very mad at us. It's hard to explain. Thank you for watching!

  • @shippermd
    @shippermd 5 лет назад

    I roll my clothes and put them in the packing cubes! So I do both methods! :)

  • @roseannfisher9942
    @roseannfisher9942 5 лет назад

    Have you ever used a Travel vest? It is almost like a wearable carryon

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  4 года назад

      I have not but I saw them. Wow the compartments! Thanks for watching!

  • @oakstrong1
    @oakstrong1 5 лет назад +1

    Packing cube that's the size of your suitcase is pretty pointless. Use smaller ones to separate and organise your things. I roll some of my clothes, fold some and stuff some smaller items in the inevitable gaps. My laptop is too big for handbag so I put it on top of my case for easy access at customs. I take it out from the case before sitting down. Same with socks for flight and toiletries: zip log bags are great and cheap but also for customs. I like shoe or laundry bags for stuffing small items that can rattle around and for putting dirty clothes in, a plastic bag for wet clothes during transport. Flip flops or sandals are also best at airport: often they don't insist taking them off but if you do, they are quick and hassle free to put back on.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I agree; now I'm a cubes girl and love them! Happy New Year!

  • @La1nawsmn
    @La1nawsmn 7 лет назад +10

    Nice video.... however I just watched another YT? Video and the lady used the cubes and packed way more than what you packed. It's your method. She was packed neater. You just started throwing things in the suitcase. ?????

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  7 лет назад

      I'll have to look it up. Who did you watch?

    • @La1nawsmn
      @La1nawsmn 7 лет назад

      I watched Eagle Creek-Packing for 10 days in a carry-on. She packed jewelry, books. curling iron etc.......

    • @sandraalvarez592
      @sandraalvarez592 6 лет назад +1

      hahaha omg I just commented almost the same thing. This is by far the worst packing video I have watched.

    • @livaningo
      @livaningo 5 лет назад

      I find its better to pack less so it can be packed less neat because each time you move places you're going to have to repack and if you spend any less time or attention packing your case is going to be bulging. Better to have some leeway-- packing super neat leaving you extra room and packing less neat but still have enough room.

  • @wttw4942
    @wttw4942 6 лет назад +2

    I always use the pack my shit and run like a maniac method!

  • @mscolli3
    @mscolli3 6 лет назад

    Normal packing cubes are like putting on 2 pairs of socks. They make compression style though with multiple level zippers to compress it. Those are the only ones I would use if I was going that route.

  • @francesm4314
    @francesm4314 7 лет назад

    Rolling is much better. I have tried the cubes in so many different ways and go back to rolling. Cubes makes things bulkier but you are right it might work better in a larger suitcase.

  • @bcs3948
    @bcs3948 6 лет назад +1

    I’m the queen of packing cubes ( since I have several), but recently discovered that rolling your clothes takes less space. 😮

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  6 лет назад

      Ha! I'm now a cubes girl and I cannot believe I'm saying that. Love them. Thanks for watching!

    • @newgabe09
      @newgabe09 5 лет назад

      It's' not either /or, as you've probably discovered already. Roll to the size of your cubes, keep squeezing rolls in. Then they are compression bags as well as organisers.

  • @Buckleigh
    @Buckleigh 5 лет назад

    How do you feel about cubes in a backpack vs carryon? Right now planing on using more of a backpack instead of a carryon.

    • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
      @TravelTipsbyLaurie  5 лет назад

      I think cubes would be easier for switching out clothes every night and they can smush alot! It really depends on the person. This was an old video so thanks for watching.

  • @russwelday
    @russwelday 6 лет назад +4

    You need to learn to Ranger roll. There are several good videos on YT. Ranger rolling compresses each shirt. The perfect Ranger roll starts with the shirt face down and collar closest to you.