When you learn how to pack light and carry on, you don't have to worry about the airline losing your luggage and you save precious time by skipping the baggage claim. My rule of thumb is that any trip 2 weeks or less should require no more than a carry-on suitcase and a backpack.
If you have unlimited suitcase space and don't want to do any laundry, a two-week trip means packing 14/2 = 7 bras and at least 14 pairs of underwear. That consumes a lot of valuable suitcase space! To reduce the number of pieces that need to be packed, simply commit to doing laundry on the road.
Can you put clothes in your personal items? Certainly, you can pack clothes in your personal items or carry-on bag. But for a better experience, we recommend packing most of your clothes in your carry on and leaving extra space in your personal items.
Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat. The list should be adjusted to suit your needs.
Yes!You can pack 10 days of clothes in one carry-on bag. The key is to pack clothes that all work together, and of course, to use clothing organizers that maximize the space in your bag.
Large suitcases: 2 to 3-week tripLarge suitcases have a height of around 75cm. These suitcases are ideal for a 2 to 3-week trip, like to the French Riviera.
Including handles and wheels, the maximum dimensions for a carry-on are 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and 9 inches high. Personal items are limited to 17 inches long, 10 inches wide and 9 inches high.
Make a checklist beforehand. The most important way to prepare for packing for vacation is to make a list. By thinking ahead of what you actually need (outfits, beach gear, toiletries, etc.), you can write items down on a list, so you're less likely to add unnecessary items to your suitcase when you begin packing.
Roll your clothing to maximize space. Use packing cubes to organize your carry-on. Invest in a quality carry-on bag that will maximize space. Wear bulkier items such as jackets, sweaters and sneakers on the place to save space in your bag.
Bring only one week's worth of clothes and do laundry when you need to. You can find a laundromat just about anywhere, so there's no need to bring a separate outfit for every day of your trip. If you need to, lightweight items can even be hand washed in the sink at your hotel.
Clothing: Always have at least two bottoms for every week you plan to stay. So for two weeks, you should have four pairs of bottoms total. Bottoms can include jeans, skirts, and shorts, depending on where you're going. You should also include various types of tops depending on your planned activities.
Roll your clothes in your carry-onPut the bulkiest rolls on the bottom and squeeze the thinnest ones into any gaps. Think of it like a game of real-life Tetris. Rolling clothes is a go-to trick for seasoned flight attendants. If it's good enough for them, it's good enough for you.