The Best Packing Hacks for Simplified Travel

The Best Travel Tips and Packing Hacks for Simplified Travel | AD

Travelling is one of the greatest pleasures of life. To be able to enjoy your trips to the fullest, it’s a good idea to keep things simple wherever possible. This will help eliminate unnecessary stress and help things run smoothly. In this guide we will look at the best packing hacks for simplified travel. Let’s get started!

Choosing the Best Luggage 

Before we dive into the packing hacks, let’s discuss luggage. Anyone who travels regularly should have a decent suitcase or suitcase set. For some, a cabin sized suitcase is enough. Most people need a larger suitcase too. This luggage set from VonHaus is the ideal solution for people who love to travel. 

The set includes three hard-shell luggage sizes for all your packing needs. There are three different sizes included in this set and they fit inside each other like Matryoshka dolls which is so convenient for storing them when not in use. The smallest is a 35l cabin case, the medium case is 55l, and the large case is 90l. 

The suitcases are made from hard ABS plastic which is durable and lightweight. They all have 360° silent spinner wheels which makes the suitcase so easy to move around smoothly and effortlessly. They also feature retractable aluminium handles and built-in combination locks. The design of the insides of the suitcase makes it easy to stay organised. There are elastic clothes straps, zipped compartments and netting pockets.

Here you can see the gorgeous yellow colour. Bright colours make it easier to spot your luggage on the baggage carousel when you arrive at your destination. This lovely VonHaus luggage set is also available in Teal, Black, Navy, and Pink.

Packing Hacks

Now that we’ve got the luggage sorted, let’s explore some packing hacks that will help you pack the right things for your trip, save space in your suitcase, and make things easy to find when you need them.

How to Pack Like a Pro

• Make a packing list. If you are a frequent traveller, it makes sense to have a packing list that you can reuse for your trips. Doing this digitally will make it easy to adapt the list for different travel destinations and different types of trips. Being able to tick things off your packing list will help ensure that you don’t leave anything behind. Additionally it will reduce stress too as you’ll know exactly what to pack.
• Plan your outfits. Don’t just chuck a bunch of clothes into your suitcase and hope for the best. Instead, lay out your clothes on your bed and put together outfits for your trip. If you want to travel light, look at how you can reuse items and combine garments to create several outfits using the same things several times during your trip. Minimalist packing is a great way to simplify travel.
• Use every bit of space in your suitcase. Space in a suitcase is limited so make sure you make use of every nook and cranny of the case. You can put pants and underwear inside shoes for example. 
• Invest in packing cubes. Packing cubes are an excellent way to keep your luggage organised. If you get a set with different colours it makes it even easier to find what you’re looking for in your suitcase.

Choose Toiletries Wisely

• Save toiletries samples. Whenever you receive any product samples or travel minis throughout the year, save them for when you’re travelling. These are a great way to save space in your luggage.
• Have an extra toothbrush ready. Buy a new toothbrush or keep a spare toothbrush for travelling so that you can have it packed and ready for your trip. 
• Buy some things at your destination. Some things are best purchased at your destination. If you’re travelling as a family, pick up shampoo, shower gel, and sun cream from a local supermarket when you have arrived to save weight and space in your suitcase.

Laundry, Weight Limits, and Keeping Track of your Luggage

• Pack a laundry bag. Pack a mesh laundry bag to use on your trip. This will keep any dirty clothes separate from your clean items. Because of its flexible nature, it will fit into your suitcase with ease too. Having all your dirty washing in one place will make unpacking your suitcase after your trip so much easier too. 
• Weigh your luggage at home. A luggage scale is an affordable purchase that gives so much piece of mind before a flight. Arriving at the airport knowing how much your luggage weighs and that it’s within the limits is much better than worrying about it being too heavy. You can use regular scales too if you have them but luggage scales are even easier to use. Additionally, you can take them with you which is great if you’re planning to shop at your destination and need to know that your case is within the weight limits on the way home too!
• Put a GPS tracker in your suitcase. Sometimes checked-in luggage gets lost. If you put a GPS tracker in your suitcase, you can keep track of where your luggage is. This will be especially useful if it gets temporarily lost or delayed for any reason. 

Hand luggage essentials

Your hand luggage is the perfect place for all your valuables such as your technology (iPad, laptop, cameras, etc.) and jewellery. It’s also the perfect place for anything that you would be sad to lose such as sentimental items or gifts. Plus anything that you’ll need during the trip, of course.

Always pack some spare clothes in your carry-on luggage in case your checked-in luggage gets lost or delayed. If you are going to a sunny destination, pop your swimming costume in your hand luggage for this reason too. This means that even if your bag is delayed, you can go straight to the beach or the pool.

Other things to consider for your hand luggage:

• Keep your passport and other important documents easily available and always put them back in the same place.
• Take your own reusable water bottle to refill after the security checks at the airport. You can also use this during your holiday/trip for days out. 
• Pack your phone charger in your hand luggage in case your phone battery gets low.
• Take your own snacks with you, especially if you’re travelling with kids. Airport food is very pricey and you always need more snacks than you imagine. Save some money and have snacks ready in your hand luggage.
• Don’t forget anti-bacterial hand wipes and hand sanitiser. 
• Use small pouches to keep snacks, toiletries, and cables organised in your carry-on bags.
• If you have checked-in luggage, you can put most toiletries in there. Only pack the essentials in your hand luggage such as lip balm and hand cream.

What Should I Wear When Travelling?

When choosing the best travel outfit there are a few things to consider:

• Wear your bulkiest shoes and clothes. This is especially important if you’re low on luggage space/weight.
• Consider the temperature, weather conditions, and time of the day where you are travelling from and at your destination when you are scheduled to arrive. Plan an outfit that will work for both or that is easy to adapt for varying conditions such as layers.
• Pick clothes that you know you’ll be comfortable in but also that you’ll feel stylish enough in. 
• Choose footwear that is quick and easy to take off and put back on. You might have to take your shoes off as you go through security, or perhaps you’d like to take them off during your flight.

Conclusion

Now you know everything you need to know about the best packing hacks for simplified travel. By being organised and prepared, you will reduce stress and be able to enjoy travelling to your destination.

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