6 Pack your Luggage Tips for a Joyful Travel
The best way to find out what we really need is to get rid of what we don’t!
Traveling can be stressful and packing is possibly one of the most important and most stressful components of any trip. Most people end up packing too much stuff. Yet they end up having little to no matching outfits. Although they do like to look their best during their well-deserved vacation time. My tricks aim to show you how to pack a) less b) more organized and as a benefit you’re saving time, effort, and money.
I’m going to reveal my packing secrets to make your next trip more relaxed. As an international model for over two decades, I’ve learned my lesson when it comes to packing my suitcase and being prepared for almost every situation. People have called me an extraordinary skilled person when it comes to packing numerous times by now. But one time I had to deal with an extreme challenge that even pushed me to my limits. I was traveling to three countries with solely one piece of hand language. My very first thought: “There’s no way to fit everything in there! “. Eventually, I did manage to fit everything in there, of course. Living out of a suitcase repeatedly for many years has taught me how to use the tiny space of simple hand luggage the most efficiently.
- Find matching outfits instead of opportunities!
It’s way easier for you to pick matching outfits before you go abroad. 1–2 casual outfits for daytime, 1 for dinner, 1 for parties. Moreover, 1–2 comfortable outfits to hang around. This way you are prepared for every situation possible. Especially regarding shoes, you may often be faced with a lack of space, so, therefore, I advise you to pack your favorite heels that you can wear for a nice dinner, as well as for a party. If you manage to bring a pair of sneakers and flips flops along, too, you are good to go. If you really want to have sturdy shoes or boots with you, simply wear them during the flight. Usually, I decide to wear whatever is the heaviest during the flight — not only will this save valuable space in your luggage, but also prevent you from freezing too much inside the plane, in case you are as sensitive as I am.
2. Packing Cubes!
Firstly, they help contain your clothes into a more compact space. Since all your clothes are zipped up into the cube, you can easily move them around while packing and have them fit neatly into your suitcase. Packing cubes are a variety of small bags. I use packing cubes to organize my luggage more efficiently. This way I no longer must look for a pair of socks next to my charging cables or bikinis. You will have a great overview and find anything at first sight. Additionally, packing cubes also help you to pack more stuff with less space. So, you end up saving time and space.
3. Sort by categories!
For instance, I use one bag to store my make-up products, another one is purely dedicated to electronic articles (such as charging cables, headphones, etc.) and yet another one is meant for accessories such as jewelry or ribbons. This way I can ensure to find anything instantly without having to roam my bags.
4. Use the space!
If you plan to go to the beach, make sure you lay the empty beach bag as flat as possible onto the bottom of your luggage. This way you can use it later while going to the beach.
5. Mix and Match!
When it comes to choosing accessories for your trip, make sure they go with each outfit you have decided to take with you. You can try to stick to one color scheme and ensure that your purse matches every outfit, as well as your shoes.
6. Take your time and don’t do it last minute!
For a long trip, I usually give myself 4-5 days. I leave the suitcase open and gradually pack everything that is important and that comes to mind. Only shortly before departure I use the packing cubes and close the suitcase! It’s like buying Christmas gifts on Christmas Day, it’s not fun and it’s just stressful.
And as Marie Kondo used to say: “The best way to find out what we really need is to get rid of what we don’t “. There’s no better way to put it, especially when you’re standing in front of this little suitcase. From now on you will have fun packing and every time you open your suitcase, it will bring you a feeling of joy.
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