Packing For a Trip

My top 8 Tips while Packing for a Trip to save time and space while making travel easier.

Travel season is upon us so I thought now would be a good time to share a few of my favorite packing tips. These ideas are beneficial whether you’re going away for a short weekend or for a long 2 week trip. I try to pack light while packing for a trip. But there have been a few times when I am going from one place to another, which means I have to pack a bit more than usual.

As you can see, I roll my clothes in the bag. This saves on space and keeps my clothes looking pretty good and without creases. I also try to hang them up as soon as I arrive at my destination. 

Tip #1 – This has to do with outfits, bring one bottom for 2 tops. It saves on space and gives you more options. Normally I would fit everything into a carry-on and not have to pay for checked baggage. But this trip was for 12 days and 2 very different events so I needed more clothing.

Tip #2 – Save the bags your sheet sets come in and use them for shoe bags. It protects your clothing from dirty shoes and they’re easy to toss in the washer after your trip. You can even dress them up by adding a bit of fabric like I did. You can also use the shower caps many hotels provide for shoe covers. 

Tip #3 – Pick out the pieces of jewelry you will wear with each outfit and place them in snack size baggies. Label them so you know which outfit they go with. It saves a ton of time trying to decide how to accessorize your outfits while on vacation.

I place them in a make-up bag to keep them all together and safe. You can also see another way I prefer to pack necklaces and earrings in these posts. 

Tip #4 – Keep a toiletry bag stocked and ready to go. I re-evaluate my bag after each trip and add new items as needed. When packing for a trip all I have to do is roll the bag up and place it in my luggage. 

Tip #5 – Always carry medications with you. I carry medications in my carry-on or purse just in case my checked baggage is lost or delayed.

Tip #6 – Bring non-electronic reading material. It’s a great way to catch up on your favorite magazines or a book that you haven’t had time to read at home. For some reason it feels like quite a luxury to me. 

Tip #7 – I use a clear zipper case to keep small containers of lotion, hand sanitizer, lip gloss, chap stick, sun screen, etc. I keep it in my purse or travel bag and when I go through airport security I just have to quickly pull it out and stick it in the tub to go through the x-ray machine. It’s quick and easy. It also prevents accidental spills in my bag.

Tip #8 – Airplanes are not comfortable for me to sleep on but traveling through the night calls for a little more comfort. I bring a little pillow and a light sweater. Have a bag big enough to slip the pillow and sweater into and still have plenty of space for the other things you need.

I hope these tips are helpful to you in your travels. Would you like to share one of your favorite travel tips?

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