100 Travel Hacks to try in 2024 (packing, hotel, flight & airport hacks)

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  • Опубликовано: 30 янв 2025

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  • @nadanedd1131
    @nadanedd1131 3 года назад +82

    Take photos not only of your suitcase in case it gets lost, but also of your handbag, other personal luggage - and your kids! Take photos of your kids in their outfits of that day, for easy identification in case they wander off.

    • @jerrykinnin7941
      @jerrykinnin7941 2 года назад +2

      And papers on your kids. Birth certificate
      Ss card State picture Id (a non drivers license) permission slip from the other parent. Passport. Once I almost became Canadian the Americans didn't believe I was my dad's. I was 7.

    • @samnickelson5318
      @samnickelson5318 Год назад +2

      I buy small dog tags from Petco and put my phone number on it, so if they wander off, they are instructed to find a uniformed person and show them the tag. I attached the dog tag to one of their belt loops so that they wouldn’t be self conscious about the tag.

  • @chris...9497
    @chris...9497 Год назад +1

    When you look up the airport map in the airline magazine, take a photo for reference for when you deboard and navigate the airport.

  • @Bibleinformationandhelp
    @Bibleinformationandhelp 2 года назад +6

    I remember when I was at Brussels airport. The sitting area/gate where I was supposed to wait was fully packed. I believe there was a three or more hours wait.
    Of course, I was sleepy. I went to another seating area/gate away from the gate where I was supposed to be at. I went to sleep. My alarm on my cell phone didn't ring or whatever haha. Maybe it did ring, but I didn't hear it, I guess. I went to the gate where I was supposed to be and I saw it was empty. I think my heart dropped. I spoke to an employee there that was working at the gate. I didn't even have the proper document filled out. I think she helped me and I was able to board the airplane on time. It was a close call. Not comfortable at all.
    Always stay close to your gate and try not to fall asleep if you think you will oversleep.

  • @ridakhan2166
    @ridakhan2166 4 года назад +42

    Omg, i cant over how much i love your voice. its so relaxing!

    • @PortableProfessional
      @PortableProfessional  4 года назад +11

      Oh thank you! It's something I am so insecure about as it is definitely... different haha so this was such a nice comment to read.

    • @emcdowell2884
      @emcdowell2884 3 года назад

      😂😂😂 is one of the things I’m not sure about and those teenager gestures, but amazing tips which is who I’m here for🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @the-red-ghost
      @the-red-ghost 3 года назад

      Me too

    • @amandalynnart
      @amandalynnart 2 года назад +1

      She has the cutest lisp. 😍

    • @nexusSix_237
      @nexusSix_237 2 года назад

      I know right! It sounds like a boston + Canadian mix or something. I love it!

  • @peace4401
    @peace4401 3 года назад +15

    i love how you put 100 tips in 1 vid ☺️

  • @claudiamiller7730
    @claudiamiller7730 3 года назад +59

    If you plan on wiping down your plane seat before your flight:
    1. Bring MANY wipes
    2. Wear disposable gloves while wiping.
    3. USE many wipes...don’t just push germs and dirt around!
    4. When done, use the barf bag to dispose of wipes and gloves, or bring a bag from home for the debris.
    Easy-peazy!!

    • @johnny07652
      @johnny07652 2 года назад

      So then what are you supposed to barf in?

    • @SCSilk
      @SCSilk 2 года назад

      Use a doggy poop bag. Unused.

    • @nici5451
      @nici5451 Год назад +4

      You could also hold the used wipes in your hand with the glove, then take the glove off, turning it inside out including the wipes. Make a knot in the glove like in a balloon - no bag needed🙂

  • @wenc.4424
    @wenc.4424 3 года назад +12

    Wow, you are amazingly practical. Such a wealth of knowledge. I will be using these tips! You should have a million followers...

  • @russellrlf
    @russellrlf 4 года назад +26

    Wow! That is some good tips. I loved the tooth brush stand

  • @LucieInChicoCA
    @LucieInChicoCA 3 года назад +21

    Great tips. I prefer my overhead bag across the aisle from me where I can keep an eye on it but it’s still handy.

    • @konradxtofik
      @konradxtofik 2 года назад +3

      Hi there, I do exactly the same thing! If it’s right above my head, I cannot see it being pushed around. Placing the overhead bag on the opposite side of the aisle let’s you keep an eye on it every time the compartment gets open :-)

    • @highflyerp3
      @highflyerp3 Год назад

      Kinda rude to whoever is sitting in the seat below your bag. They are usually expecting to have that space for their own carry on.

    • @karenbruce247
      @karenbruce247 Год назад

      AGREE!!!@@highflyerp3

  • @melissameyer4717
    @melissameyer4717 Год назад +1

    Amazing, thanks for the info .

  • @annelouise99
    @annelouise99 Год назад

    There were actually a few of your tips I'd never heard of or considered. Thanks!

  • @johnny07652
    @johnny07652 2 года назад +7

    Great List! Thank you! While there are a few that are a little off, in my opinion, most of them are great and very useful! Here's one from me you can consider adding to your various lists of tips: Air Travel Hack: Book the earliest flight in the morning or latest flight at night for the best chance of not being delayed or canceled; the airlines try REALLY REALLY hard to get these flights out because they affect the entire day after them; often I have gone on flights while most or all other flights were canceled because mine was first or last and the flight attendants have multiple times told me that the plane is needed somewhere else for later in the day (morning flights) or the next day (late flights, plane needs to be there for next morning) so they push very hard to get these flights to go. My experience definitely bears this out (and for 10 years I traveled for work with top status from Contin ental/United Airlines).

  • @MB-qx9vn
    @MB-qx9vn 3 года назад +31

    Thank you for the precise, quick, and valuable tips. I’ve learned a few great ones even as a longtime flyer.
    The only one I would drop is the “fragile” sticker one. I know someone who works in baggage handling and he says it’s wholly ignored.

  • @Vnguyen0i0
    @Vnguyen0i0 3 года назад +1

    thank you. very nice of you.

  • @jonnies8478
    @jonnies8478 4 года назад +22

    GREAT content, very practical and helpful whether traveling domestically or internationally. 😊

    • @PortableProfessional
      @PortableProfessional  4 года назад +3

      Thank you so much for letting me know, Jonnie! Hope to see you around the channel again soon!

  • @pennyh2993
    @pennyh2993 4 года назад +20

    Hi, I don’t have time to watch this video rn but I had to stop cooking dinner and give it a thumbs up that shows how much Faith i have in your videos being AMAZING! Happy NEW YEAR and hope to see you way more in 2021! Love Penny

  • @reneeblack2783
    @reneeblack2783 Год назад

    Very helpful!

  • @annualtravellers
    @annualtravellers 3 года назад +4

    Having travelled to lots of countries I used or came across most of theses hacks but the one I never thought of was taken a picture of my luggage in case it gets lost, such a simple idea that could be of great use if my luggage went missing. Thank you!

  • @Teachmond
    @Teachmond 2 года назад

    Thank you for your tips and tricks.

  • @dontrump1010
    @dontrump1010 4 года назад +4

    Beautiful videos!

  • @chrismarcus3058
    @chrismarcus3058 2 года назад

    good stuff lispy

  • @TheDeLeon-Family
    @TheDeLeon-Family 2 года назад

    James Bond of travel. Very nice work. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ferocious5975
    @ferocious5975 Год назад +1

    love your accent :) im watching your videos like a podcast while i'm working and waiting to fly at the end of the month

  • @thebookwasbetter3650
    @thebookwasbetter3650 3 года назад +3

    I flew into Newark once and had to go through customs to catch my next flight. I went to the bathroom when I got off the plane and about 500 people got ahead of me in line. No big deal except that line moves super slow. I missed my connection. Now I make sure to go on the plane when it starts its decent.

  • @allig7574
    @allig7574 4 года назад +1

    Very good tips. Thank you 🇯🇲🇯🇲

  • @marisolwheeler7873
    @marisolwheeler7873 3 года назад +1

    Great tips, thanks!

  • @doloresfuertes6677
    @doloresfuertes6677 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for this video. A lot of useful tips I've never thought before and I will definitely use from now on.

  • @DmitriyMargolin
    @DmitriyMargolin 2 года назад

    Cool tips!! Thank you! Knew many of them.

  • @midnightcameo5532
    @midnightcameo5532 3 года назад +1

    I didn't really expect 100 hacks but you delivered alot. wow! i'll need to rewatch and take notes.

  • @rhemarashmi3073
    @rhemarashmi3073 2 года назад

    am glad i found this channel , thank you for the info! :)

  • @MillaExplores
    @MillaExplores 3 года назад +3

    This was great! A lot of these tips I already use but a lot where new to me and will definitely come in handy! 😍

  • @doodsanddudes
    @doodsanddudes 3 года назад

    Loads of great tips and hacks!

  • @catherinecook9260
    @catherinecook9260 3 года назад +18

    I always store luggage w a dryer sheet inside to keep it smelling fresh. Also pack few dryer sheets (perhaps inside a shoe) to use when doing travel laundry. Love all your hacks🌸

  • @ericeverson5956
    @ericeverson5956 4 года назад +1

    Great to see you back.

  • @skunkclutches4179
    @skunkclutches4179 3 года назад +4

    ok thats it im subbing THIS IS THE MOST UNDERRATED CHANNEL ON YT

  • @sn.783
    @sn.783 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for your ideas, tips and deals..... I am sure many of we hopeless and clumsy travelers would love to have your calmness and attention to detail during the last minute panic rush ..... Happy Travels when you get that passport out again....

  • @Impartial.Observer
    @Impartial.Observer 2 года назад

    ✈ this is really GREAT information!!! Thank you so much!!!

  • @nancymarcoux2297
    @nancymarcoux2297 4 года назад +3

    Thanks for very good tips and to make me dream about traveling again ❤️

  • @warriorofjesus3081
    @warriorofjesus3081 2 года назад

    thank you so much

  • @adalix3954
    @adalix3954 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Megan ! I wish you a very happy new year ! Kisses from Paris

  • @paulinel.3341
    @paulinel.3341 2 года назад

    Love this!

  • @ChipyRose
    @ChipyRose 2 года назад

    This list is AMAZING! Thank you!

  • @kryssygee4814
    @kryssygee4814 Год назад +1

    🎉❤AMAZING!!!!!!!!! ❤🎉

  • @coffee_dogz
    @coffee_dogz 2 года назад

    Love to watch your airport videos it makes me. Comfortable ☺️

  • @joycegreer9391
    @joycegreer9391 2 года назад

    Wow, a wealth of great tips. Many I haven't heard in other videos.

  • @lightning6718
    @lightning6718 4 года назад +4

    You can add this one to the list. One time, I paid for the same airplane seat twice because I missed the first connecting flight. I didn’t know that you cannot skip the first connecting flight.

  • @anital5020
    @anital5020 3 года назад

    Great tips!!

  • @janirak.255
    @janirak.255 3 года назад

    Great tips! Thanks for sharing!

  • @teatimeontablemountain9205
    @teatimeontablemountain9205 3 года назад

    Amazing tips ... thankyou so much.👍🥰✈

  • @johnkean6852
    @johnkean6852 4 года назад +5

    Best: book flights using _in cognito_ - fed up getting over charged for flights 😓

    • @kvom01
      @kvom01 4 года назад +2

      This idea has been around a while, but I've never seen proof this is a thing. Only anecdotes.

  • @nadanedd1131
    @nadanedd1131 3 года назад +3

    Money belts clasps can sometimes come undone, that's why I tuck the belt inside my jeans. For extra security I pin the belt to my jeans using a large safety pin.

  • @Melaniexb1
    @Melaniexb1 2 года назад

    Thank you for your travel hacks!
    It is greatly appreciated! Love your videos!

  • @chervelderman289
    @chervelderman289 3 года назад

    Awesome video

  • @skillsmany2235
    @skillsmany2235 3 года назад

    Nice travel Skills!

  • @ald1050
    @ald1050 3 года назад +2

    A very good video. The most important hack is boiling any water and putting it in the fridge. Most non western countries you are taking a risk drinking the local water.

  • @xfhnhhgjbvcfg
    @xfhnhhgjbvcfg 3 года назад

    Your videos are great!!

  • @torontoash45
    @torontoash45 2 года назад

    She is a true wealth of information excellent videos

  • @leohoward7282
    @leohoward7282 4 года назад +2

    Hey Megan nice to see a new video from you it's equally awesome it came out on New year's Eve happy new year Megan

    • @PortableProfessional
      @PortableProfessional  4 года назад

      Aw thanks, Leo! Thanks for sticking around! More good stuff to come soon :)

    • @leohoward7282
      @leohoward7282 4 года назад

      @@PortableProfessional looking forward to it and you're welcome. Hope you had a nice Christmas.

  • @babafemiesther108
    @babafemiesther108 3 года назад

    Wow. It lovely information

  • @ricardo68
    @ricardo68 3 года назад

    Thank you for all your hacks and advice. I will follow through!

  • @andy-kai-chan
    @andy-kai-chan 4 года назад +9

    If I may add one: some airlines will allow de-planing from the rear door also. So, do your own research beforehand, but if I know this is the case (eg. Vietjetair in Vietnam), I will book a seat close to the back. That way, I can get on from the back doors, and exit also. Not only that, people without pre-assigned seats will be assigned towards the front. A lot of times, I had the row to myself.

  • @Simonesrising
    @Simonesrising 4 года назад

    Thank you!!

  • @nancytucker6368
    @nancytucker6368 Год назад +1

    i prefer to put carryon in bin across the aisle so i can see if someone is going thru it

  • @crazy4beatles
    @crazy4beatles 2 года назад +2

    I use a google voice number for apps that like to send codes. That way I can check texts received so long as I have internet access. For Gmail there's also the option of getting a list of codes that you can use in place of two-factor authorization. I learned the hard way about it one time I was locked out of my email account because they wanted a code sent to my regular cell phone - that of course had no service while abroad.

  • @michael8590
    @michael8590 4 года назад +1

    Nice to see a video hope you're great!

  • @michaelsambrano2376
    @michaelsambrano2376 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for the tips! Awesome video.. when you say using a uber go away from airport like how faraway? lol
    Thank you again!

  • @jerrykinnin7941
    @jerrykinnin7941 2 года назад +2

    I love solid shampoo soap bars
    Shaving soap as well.
    Iif there is no razor in a clamshell safety razor
    Can that go in the carryon?
    The curtain trick I use those Alligator triangle looking clip to close the curtains.
    Tic tac 250 pc containers are great for solid soaps or phone chargers cigarette plugs. They're clear if you peel the label.
    I only travel with a carryon.
    Have a list of contacts on a piece of paper in your wallet in case you lose your phone. If you don't need your keys for your car don't take them leave keys and car at home. Do take your house key put it in your wallet. Let your bank know your going on vacation so they won't think your cards got stolen. If your not known for travel. Have your prescriptions with your prescription in the proper container
    Same with eyeglasses. Then any one hr eyeglass shop can prepare them if you loose or break your eyeware.

  • @smallshopproductions5334
    @smallshopproductions5334 2 года назад

    You Are A Genius! ( and the Encyclopedia of travel) 😁

  • @joedoe-sedoe7977
    @joedoe-sedoe7977 9 месяцев назад

    Going to your gate earlier was a big mistake in Seoul Korea as it was one way with no return to the main terminal where my family was sleeping in the waiting area thus i had to have airport staff wake them by describing what they wore among other travelers..what a hectic mistake

  • @StephenandAndie
    @StephenandAndie 4 года назад +7

    Frozen water bottles and the lost & found tips are great ones!

    • @coriding
      @coriding 3 года назад

      Frozen water bottles also work great as a replacement for ice in small coolers, just freeze a couple each night.

  • @davesaunders7080
    @davesaunders7080 4 года назад

    Great content and Happy New Year. May you be able to travel again in 2021

  • @TheEssenceofSonia
    @TheEssenceofSonia 3 года назад

    Love these tips, I’m a new sub.

  • @jensebolka2218
    @jensebolka2218 7 месяцев назад

    If you freeze a water bottle, empty a bit of water out of it before freezing. I had a water bottle split and was melting/leaking while I was on the plane. Also, I've been filling up my reusable water bottles up with ice before I leave for the airport or at a fast food place at the airport. Then I drink all the water while in the TSA line. I let them know I have ice in my water bottles. I've never had to pour it out.

  • @martha500
    @martha500 2 года назад

    How can I print this list?

  • @CallMeVie
    @CallMeVie 2 года назад +1

    If you put freshly laundered and folded clothes in a clean packing cube and a freshly aired luggage you don't need the bounce sheet. Instead invest in your fav scent in essential oils that you can dilute in a small metal water spray bottle. Once in your hotel refresh your luggage and clothing and this will also refresh your hotel room!
    With this tip, you keep your scent from carrying to other's luggages. Because you never know who may own the neighboring luggage and they may not want to smell like your lilac fresh bounce sheets!
    Thanks for the tips!
    Vie 💚💚💚
    🛩

  • @chipbrown9196
    @chipbrown9196 2 года назад +2

    Great stuff, thanks.
    I take a small garbage bag with me to put my dirty clothes in so the smell of the dirty clothes don't get exposed to my clean clothes when I put them back in my luggage between destinations.

    • @angeliquechatelier5040
      @angeliquechatelier5040 2 года назад

      Eagle creek has great compression cubes that allow you to separate clean from dirty to keep track of your items 😊

  • @johnny07652
    @johnny07652 2 года назад +1

    Oh here's another: if Rental car rates are super high at the airport, consider finding a nearby rental location - it could save you hundreds which will easily justify an extra Uber or taxi ride from the airport to the rental location. I did this last year in Vegas and it saved me OVER $400 over getting the car at the airport! I use Hertz and used their location at Circa hotel/casino; I was staying at Palace Station so on arrival got an Uber to there (it was late night and Hertz at Circa was closed) and the next morning took the public bus to Circa - the whole thing cost me about $30 - about $26 for Uber with tax and (generous) tip, and 2 or 3 bucks fro the public bus (I took the "Deuce" which is a double-decker public bus that is also a great tourist attraction, you get a top-level view of Vegas as you cruise down the strip!!! - so there's another tip!!!) Got to Circa at about 9 AM and got my car, no problems - on the return I just returned it a few hours before I had to head to the airport and then Uber'ed back to my hotel, then took another Uber to the airport when I was done - together those Ubers cost another $40 roughly, so I saved about $430 on the rental rate but paid $70 for Ubers, still saved me almost $400 and was easy!

  • @the-red-ghost
    @the-red-ghost 3 года назад +1

    This vedio was so helpful can you make part 2?

  • @eugeniaperez6105
    @eugeniaperez6105 3 года назад

    Awesome

  • @KK-ci9tw
    @KK-ci9tw 4 года назад

    that was awesome great tips AND I GET TO GO TO THE LOUNGE YAAAAAA

  • @WindowIntoMyWorld
    @WindowIntoMyWorld 2 года назад

    A Wake me for food sleep mask should definitely be an endorsed product for everyday life bc same

  • @TedinNY
    @TedinNY 2 года назад

    LOVED your hacks but ...
    When I tried to get the list I was unable to get oast the robot thingee.
    (Maybe you call a motorbike a bicycle? Maybe the traffic light posts don't count?)
    Then when I finally got through, it refused to redirect. Repeatedly.
    Any help?

  • @Francisnomundo
    @Francisnomundo 4 года назад +2

    Very useful tips! Thank you!
    Found your channel yesterday and I’ve been binge watching your Vietnam videos

  • @Teachmond
    @Teachmond 2 года назад

    I saw TSA says not to fly with coffee. Can you please explain how to use VPN if your in the States and flying in the States.

  • @eugeniarocha25
    @eugeniarocha25 2 года назад

    i ordered a vegan meal for my flight to Europe and I ate well over 30 minutes before everyone else XD I did not know about this before so it was a nice surprise

  • @kvom01
    @kvom01 4 года назад +1

    Some ideas I hadn't heard before. The one about leaving the airport before summoning Uber/Lyft doesn't seem realistic. Whether the center of the plane is less bumpy seems iffy; might be someone's idea gained from cruise ships. Overall well worth watching.

  • @brownell.landrum
    @brownell.landrum 16 дней назад

    I put face cream in old vitamin or prescription containers.

    • @PortableProfessional
      @PortableProfessional  15 дней назад

      Smart to reuse those containers! Great having you on the channel!

  • @francinejaninesarmiento1797
    @francinejaninesarmiento1797 3 года назад

    Wow thanks for this travel hacks! Can't wait to use my Nomad Lane Bento b=ag for my next travel!

  • @sarahaziz6963
    @sarahaziz6963 2 года назад

    OMG YES

  • @roberthussman8891
    @roberthussman8891 4 года назад +7

    This was an interesting list, and I will definitely put a few to good use once we are allowed to travel again. Do you have a list of hacks for best points currencies (airline, hotel), and the best way to extract value? I would be interested in your perspective on which are the best/most valuable (and maybe which are the best to have/use in Vietnam and Thailand, too).

  • @NoOtherRose
    @NoOtherRose 3 года назад +5

    I like using luggage covers. They help preserve my hard side luggage as well as making them very easily identifiable.

  • @PortableProfessional
    @PortableProfessional  4 года назад +1

    **FREE CHECKLIST WITH ALL 100+ HACKS**
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  • @ursulaursulaa6248
    @ursulaursulaa6248 2 года назад +1

    Great video, but just talk just a little bit slower. It would be better for all of us who are from non English speaking countries. But very useful video👍.

  • @rtsoccerplayer
    @rtsoccerplayer 4 года назад +3

    I can't wait to use these tips

  • @michellefang6342
    @michellefang6342 3 года назад

    Great video! I always wear the heaviest shoe on the plane.

  • @jasonrodgers880
    @jasonrodgers880 3 года назад +10

    Jeeze lady, stop being brilliant. You’re making me feel dumb for not having thought of this stuff before! 😉
    Subscribed

  • @debbieberry59
    @debbieberry59 3 года назад

    Thank you for the fragile hack. I am hoping that this Will also insure my luggage does not get lost as I have a connecting flight (same airline)

  • @LaurenHobbs
    @LaurenHobbs 3 года назад +7

    I just had to pause the video and immediately share the Starbucks gift card hack with my entire family. GENIUS!

    • @jbowerdel
      @jbowerdel 2 года назад

      thought this was brilliant as well!

  • @lelegante_sac
    @lelegante_sac Год назад

    the ‘any card to keep electricity going’ is not always the case

  • @minhaaj
    @minhaaj 2 года назад

    that link doesn't work with pdf. It takes me to your newsletter only