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How do you pack a suitcase for a 7 day trip?

Pack 5 tops and 2-3 bottoms for a 7-day trip.
  1. 5 shirts.
  2. 2-3 pairs of pants, shorts, or skirts.
  3. 1-2 dressy pieces of clothing.
  4. 1 sweater or jacket (add more layers for colder weather)
  5. 1 pair of sneakers.
  6. 1 pair of dressier shoes.
  7. 1 pair of flip flops or sandals (for beach vacations and warmer weather)
  8. 1 bathing suit.




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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.

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25 - 27 Checked Luggage These sizes are the most popular size of luggage to check. They are ideal for trips of 5 to 7 days, or longer, depending on how you pack. They have a large capacity for multiple outfits, shoes, and toiletries.

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How to Avoid Overpacking for Vacation: 10 Useful Tips
  1. Make a checklist beforehand.
  2. Pack a mini capsule wardrobe.
  3. Choose outfits ahead of time.
  4. Replace full-size toiletries for travel size.
  5. Book a destination with a laundry service.
  6. Consider packing multipurpose footwear.
  7. Avoid packing items “just in case”


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Roll your clothes in your carry-on Put 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.

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Yes, it can all fit in the overhead bin. Traveling these days can feel like a chore. It takes mathematic skills to fit everything you need in a carry-on bag. Here are some tips from the professionals to help make that task a little easier.

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Avoid over- or under-packing. While you might be tempted to leave space for souvenirs, extra room means items can shift and crumple or break. Fill empty spaces with dry cleaner bags (and fill them later with mementos from your trip).

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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.

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Plan for your anxiety. Brush up on your coping skills and bring along items you know will help you stay calm. For example, you might check to be sure your favorite music is downloaded to your phone or you might tuck your favorite pillow into your suitcase so you'll be sure to get some restful sleep.

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To pack a suitcase and maximize space:
  1. Assess the available space in your suitcase.
  2. Prepare your packing list.
  3. Roll clothes instead of folding.
  4. Create a strategy when arranging clothes.
  5. Use packing cubes.
  6. Use a toiletry bag.
  7. Pack travel-sized containers.
  8. Pack your shoes with the rule of three.


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