01/09/2020
7 Easy Steps for Travelling Internationally with Only a Carry On
When you're trying to make the most out of your holiday time, the last thing you want to do is wait at the airport for your bag to be unloaded from the plane and placed on the baggage carousel. I don't know about you, but I hate giving over that much control to the airline. What happens if they lose my bag? Many assume that one cannot go on a multi-week holiday with only a carry-on. This is not true! It is totally possible. Take control of your holiday by keeping your luggage with you throughout your travels. Here are our top tips for travelling with only a carry-on with a free packing checklist. Whatever you think you need, cut it in half. If you're newer to international travel, it is no surprise that you will be guilty of overpacking. Thinking you may need a new outfit for every day so that your trip is Instaworthy isn't worth the potential extra cost from the weight. Try and find clothing items that can be mixed and matched. Eliminate the "Just in Case" We've all done it. We pack something just in case we go somewhere that we might need heels or a fancier dress or something spectacular. Instead of packing the 'just in case' items, opt for hiring outfits when you get to your location. This way, you save on luggage weight, you keep more room for souvenirs, and you can still get the most Instagramable photos. Travel with Layers Items like jackets and boots can take up a lot of extra space in your suitcase. So don't pack them. Airplanes are typically pretty dang cold so wearing multiple layers will help make the flight more comfortable while also leaving more room for other items. Just don't be that person that puts every layer on themselves so that their carry-on makes weight. Pack Multipurpose Items To save some space in your carry-on, pack items that can be worn in multiple ways. Maxi dress can double as a dress and a skirt, scarves can be made into head wraps, coverups, or skirts. Packing these items will help ensure you're packing less but getting more variety in your wardrobe. Marie Kondo That Suitcase Don't just throw all your clothes into your suitcase and call it a day. Shoes should go at the bottom of the bag so that you don't dirty your clothes. Folding your clothes Marie Kondo style will help create extra space in your bag. You'll have no trouble fitting all your outfits into your bag! Buy When You Arrive If you happen to mistake your flight date like I have in the past, packing a proper bag might not be in the cards. The beautiful thing about travel, there will be clothes to purchases where ever you arrive. If you buy on arrival, you'll be able to get some unique, memorable pieces to add to your wardrobe. It may not be the most cost-effective packing method, but it definitely is a fun way to start your trip. Utilise Laundry Rooms Most hotels and hostels allow access to laundry service. There may be a small fee involved but doing your own laundry whilst travelling helps you save heaps of space in your luggage! Plus then you don't have to carry around dirty clothes for your entire trip. Don't make the same mistakes of travellers past. If you follow these tips, you'll have no problem packing for an international trip using only a carry-on bag.
