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14 Tips That Make Traveling With Just A Carry-On Doable, According To A Pro Travel Writer Who Never Checks A Suitcase
August 25, 2022
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I’m Evie, and I’ve jet-setted all over the world as a travel writer. I like being light and mobile when I travel, which is why I always avoid checking a bag. In addition to saving money, it saves time. There’s no feeling more glorious than gliding past the baggage claim at the end of a long flight.
Packing everything you need in a carry-on isn’t always the easiest task, but I can confidently say I’ve mastered the art. Here’s how I decide what to take, what to leave behind, and how I keep it all organized:
1.Shoes are the enemy of carry-on luggage — so I wear the bulkiest pair on the plane.
2.Same goes for sweaters and sweatshirts.
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Sweaters and sweatshirts are big and bulky — they take up a ton of space. And while I enjoy a cozy sweater as much as anyone else, I won’t bring more than one or maybe two, and I always wear one on the plane (you can tie it around your waist if you get hot).
If you’re going to a warm-weather destination, the sweater question is a moot point, but if you’re headed to Berlin in the winter, you’re gonna want a sweater or two.
3.Jeans take up more room than other bottoms, so I only pack a couple pairs and wear one on the plane.
4.Stick to solid color clothing that can work for multiple outfits.
5.Pack a few fun accessories that take up very little space like scarves, jewelry, and sunglasses.
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To spice up your travel-friendly, but basic, wardrobe, this is my best tip. A colorful scarf or chic sunnies (I’m currently rocking the Pursers from Dragon) go a long way toward making your otherwise basic wardrobe pop. And they’re so small that they can be packed away in any open nook in your suitcase.
6.When traveling to a cold destination, bring a jacket that folds down into nothing.
7.Limit yourself to just one dressy outfit.
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Sure, you want to look nice while traveling — but the idea behind the travel capsule wardrobe is that each item is good quality and basic. And you can easily dress up basic items — especially black ones — for a night out. Pair a nice necklace or blazer with a plain black tee and slacks, and you’re all set.
8.Pack like you’re going away for a week and accept the fact that you might have to do laundry.
9.Dress smartly to make airport security a breeze.
10.Traveling in something with pockets is clutch.
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Pockets are essential when you’re traveling. I once wore a dress with no pockets on a travel day and quickly realized I was constantly holding my passport, wallet, and phone in my hands the whole day. It was not smart and not savvy. Now I only travel in clothing with pockets so I can stash things like my boarding pass for easy access when I need it.
11.If you have a long day of travel ahead of you, pack some clean clothes in a backpack.
12.Make sure everything in your carry-on suitcase is security proof.
13.Keep those items you might need to remove at security in a separate backpack.
14.Make sure to bring a refillable water bottle, but empty it before the security checkpoint.
Have any smart packing tips to share? Drop them in the comments below.