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Your trip will be as good as your packing skills are
When you travel a lot it’s better to pack light and take only essential items with you in a small carry-on bag.
This way you don’t have to worry about paying extra for anything else, plus having your luggage on you is a guarantee you won’t lose it.
You may ask yourself how can you manage to squeeze all your personal items in a carry-on luggage, especially if you are preparing for a long trip.
We’ve put together a short guide on how you can pack light and smart.
Minimalist packing has many advantages, both in terms of the mobility and financially.
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Essential Items
Most travelers always pack more things than they actually need.
They take extra socks, extra shoes, hair dryer, jackets, coats and prefer to bulk the suitcase with items would probably be easily left at home.
When you pack light and have only one luggage you should be willing to take less items with you.
If this makes you uncomfortable, keep in mind that it’s temporary and you are going on a vacation to have fun and be relaxed.
Make a personal checklist with all your essential items that can fit in a carry-on bag.
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Choose a Light but Spacious Travel Bag
If you want to buy a new travel suitcase, opt for one that weights around seven to ten pounds, has removable wheels and at least two straps.
Buy a flexible luggage that has many compartments and also has a stiff frame.
If you feel the need for more compartments, just be creative and use plastic bags to sort your items.
Always leave some extra space for the souvenirs and other stuff you are going to buy on your trip.
Wear Bulky Clothing in Transit
This goes for clothing but shoes as well.
Don’t travel in a skirt or shorts, which can easily fit into the luggage.
Jeans and sneakers are heavy items that take up a lot of space in your suitcase.
If it’s too hot to wear a coat while you are traveling, just sling it over your arm.
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Go simple, casual and pack very light. Whether your are going to travel for two weeks or five months, take the exact same items, because anything extra could be bought there.
