Packing can be the most stressful part of planning any trip therefore this collaborative post has you sorted! Regardless of whether you are flying or driving, these packing hacks will help you out in any situation. Here are ten clever packing hacks that you may not know about so whether you are packing for flights to Montreal or heading to Disney we’ve got you covered with our clever packing hacks.
Wear Your Heaviest Article of Clothing
Whether it’s a jacket or a pair of boots, wear your heaviest article of clothing on the plane or in the car. This will save precious suitcase space. My daughter’s friend had to do this at the airport last year when her case was too heavy! She had to layer up in the airport much to my daughter’s amusement but it is all part of teenage life and growing independence.
Leave Hair Tools at Home (If You Can)
If you are travelling to visit a friend, or with a friend, see if they have the hair tools you need. You may be able to borrow them and save some space! Many hotels have hair dryers and other hair tools you can use! If travelling with friends or a daughter certainly share where you can.
Use Tissue Paper To Avoid Wrinkled Clothing
Wrap your clothing in tissue paper! This will prevent your clothes from touching and help fight wrinkles while they are in your bag.
Pack a Pop Up Hamper or Bag for Dirty Clothes
You will likely need to separate your clothes at some point! This clever packing hack goes beyond the suitcase, but it can help you store wet or dirty clothes on your way back if you don’t end up wearing all of your clothing. It also makes it so much easier when you return and start the post holiday washing.
Go Digital When You Can
Printed boarding passes and documents are now a thing of the past! If you can, go digital to save on bag space! Bring a single tablet instead of a bag full of books or listen to a podcast to cut down on entertainment space.
Plan Your Outfits Ahead of Time
Instead of throwing shirts and pants in a bag and calling it good, plan out each day’s outfit. This will help limit the amount of clothing you need to bring!
Put Breakables Inside Your Shoes
Worried about your valuable items breaking? Put them in your shoes! Your shoes will keep them from sliding around in your suitcase, so they can stay safe while you travel.
Share with Your Travel Partner to Conserve Space
If you are travelling with someone, see if you can share items to help conserve space! Have one of you bring the toothpaste and the other a curling iron. This way, you can maximize your space without packing the same thing twice.
Keep Your Liquids Together in Your Purse If You’re Flying
The more you have to open up and rummage through your suitcase, the harder it will be to shut it again. If you are flying, keep any liquids you may have to remove from your bag in your purse or personal item for easy unpacking!
Make a List of Everything in Your Luggage
If you do have to check your bag at some point, or you will be unpacking somewhere else, it’s good to make a list of everything you bring with you. This will ensure you can replace the items that you may lose if your bag is lost, and you can make sure you have everything when you pack up to go home.
Packing can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Use these tips to pack for your next trip, and you’ll be prepared for any worst-case scenario.
