I have traveled quite a bit in my life. I've taken trips for long weekends even more. In all of that time I have learned some packing tips along the way. I realized I should share this knowledge when recently I stumbled upon another packing revelation. My tips can likely make packing easier for someone, even if it is because my advise spurred an idea of another alternate method.
Tip #1: Do not pack anything you can borrow or purchase cheaply upon arrival. This includes hair dryers and curling irons. These appliances only take up space and add weight to your bag. It may be slightly inconvenient to track down beauty accessories, but doing so will create more room for other things you need.
Tip #2: Pack socks inside of shoes. Ball them up and stuff them inside the shoes. The space inside your shoes will be there whether you fill it. So, you might as well take advantage.
Tip #3: Roll pants so they are easily stackable. This will keep them neat and relatively wrinkle free.
Tip #4: Pack clothes in order of when you'll wear them. Put the stuff you'll need sooner near the top of the suitcase. That way you won't have to fully unpack every time you want to get something from your suitcase.
Tip #5: If you are flying, make sure you're wearing the bulkiest items (within weather reason). At the same time, you'll want to make sure your items are easy to take off so you can easily and quickly get through the security line. Slip on shoes are great as are cardigans and jackets.
On a recent vacation I adhered to all of these rules, plus I armed myself with a plan. I was flying with a computer and a kindle in addition to all of the other usual travel items. I made all items that would need to be taken out for the TSA screeners easily accessible, i.e. baggie of liquids, computer, kindle, etc. Then after I got out of the line I put the items away, inside the suitcase and secure.
Having everything where I needed it and then putting the items away as soon as I was done with them made my travel more simple. Out with the old to make room for the new. My plan also ensures that I don't misplace things. I always know where I placed things.
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