Comment below with your favourite tip from this video for a chance to win a postcard!!! :) I hope you enjoy this helpful video filled with packing hacks. Check out my Europe tips playlist here for more: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qqV2zLlth7GzZMo.html

@susanmitchell6061

Жыл бұрын

Loved the oven mitt tip. So smart.

Here's a tip: weigh yourself. Then pick up your suitcase and hop on the scale. Subtract your own weight. Congrats you've weighed your suitcase at home probably without buying a contraption.

@cynthiacain9477

Жыл бұрын

Did this until i had to pay for an overweight bag coming home! A Travelon scale has saved me many times.

@NicoleneOReilly

Жыл бұрын

That only works if you bring nothing back. We not only buy stuff at destinations, we also reshuffle our belongings before coming back. I can't not have a hand scale.

@jeffforbess6802

Жыл бұрын

Cheap insurance

@ToriE1073

Жыл бұрын

This is how I always did it. The only reason I bought the contraption was for the trip home because inevitably I’m going to buy something lol.

@mischiefmanaged6615

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't you just put the suitcase on the scale?😂

Bring tea bags, granola bars, and small snacks in case you get the munchies at odd hours when overseas.

@walkietalkietraveller2932

Жыл бұрын

good tips :)

@randomuploadsism

Жыл бұрын

They have those things overseas… don’t bring food imo

@FreshGrey-pm4vw

Жыл бұрын

@@randomuploadsism No they dont have american snacks in France or Italy and the restaurants close during the late afternoon.

I carry one canvas shopping tote bag and a normal plastic bag in my handbag and once i settle down on plane I take out tote bag and plastic bag and put all the stuff in tote bag like socks , thongs, toiletries, beanie, snack,earplugs or whatever you need on plane and it becomes very handy especially at the end of journey 🙂

If you're traveling to Europe, take washcloths or face wipes for removing makeup. European hotels do not have washcloths; only towels. I like to do my skincare routine and I don't like splashing my face from the sink.

@christineoneill2112

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I do bring washcloth for my face but I will bring 3 next year to our trip to Europe.

@mimistans7715

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Had a trip planned, it got canceled. I hope we get there eventually.

@plannedwanderings

Жыл бұрын

My aunt tried to get a washcloth from the front desk at their hotel in Germany. She kept trying to act out washing her face with a washcloth, and they just kept giving her more towels! 😆

@michelledixon3977

Жыл бұрын

​@@plannedwanderings😂😂

@suzN-NC

10 ай бұрын

I have found the VIVA paper towels to take less room and you don't mind tossing after each use.

similar to the dryer sheets my mother used to just throw a little bar of scented soap in with the clothes to keep them smelling good, and then you have extra soap if you need it

I thought I was the only one! Lol I have a permanent packing list on my phone in the reminder app. Super hard core. I have tabs for each type of thing I need to pack. Toiletries, consumables, bottoms, etc. I even have URLs for things I might need to replace as well as packing hacks under the note for each one. Lol.

@randomuploadsism

Жыл бұрын

This girl serious

@ToriE1073

Жыл бұрын

@@randomuploadsism hahaha it’s intense and I acknowledge that it is also very extra! But I’m on vacation right now and it makes packing so much easier.

@SvayaG

10 ай бұрын

My first thought was "I could never" then my next thought was "super jealous and I wish I was organized enough to have that" 😂 it honestly sounds like a great idea

@ToriE1073

10 ай бұрын

@@SvayaG thank you ☺️ I will be the first to admit that it’s so extra! But honestly, even though it’s a lot of work initially, it’s always on my phone now and all I have to do is uncheck everything and I can reuse it and tweak it over and over, so in the long run it has saved me so much time! You should do it!

@BusArch42

8 ай бұрын

Excel spreadsheet for me. Multiple sheets too

For health & beauty items that you only need a tiny bit of (foundation, liquid lip color, stuff like that), a contact lens case works nicely as a DIY travel size. It’s usually also a good idea to simplify your routine, just so you only have to pack and keep track of five items instead of ten. Multitaskers like foundation/sunscreen can help too.

Add a dryer sheet to your laundry bag for better smelling laundry going home. Also add 1/2 a sheet in the toes of athletic shoes too. There is no such thing as a sweet smelling athletic shoe. Make sure your adapter for the UK is also a voltage adapter. The UK uses a 220 volt plug; the U.S. uses 110.

I LOVE the fact that I could see where to skip to the next tip when the current one was something I already knew. Nice down to earth delivery-no false excitement or inane chit chat👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 just a nice personable delivery

@monicap9662

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Excellent presentation.

Cutting leftover plastic bags to go over your liquids is so smart! I’ve never thought about doing that!

"Take extra bags" Yes! These are so helpful for shopping, dirty clothes, and shoes. 👍🏼

Thank you very much for your wonderful video. You might want to add the new rules about lithium batteries not going in your luggage. This kind of safety tip would be very helpful.

I have put a sticky label on the OUTSIDE of my passport, large enough to write down my passport number and expiry date. Then I don’t have to open my passport every time I need to fill out a transit card. All the information is on the outside! I’ve been doing this for years, and it’s a game changer!

@randomuploadsism

Жыл бұрын

Be careful that no-one else can easily see it, identity fraud etc

@sallyaubrey8543

10 ай бұрын

great idea as it's annoying to get them all out and open for the customs cards (travelling as a family) - I will take photos of the main page and keep on my phone

Plumber's Teflon tape works well to seal the travel bottles.

my favourite tip was the necklaces on a straw! all my jewelry are delicate and they get messy a lot.

i love the 'asian parents' double suitcase tip. Just like russian dolls and chinese boxes, so cute.

@neresq

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that was a great one. May do that for a 4 week winter trip through the Arctic we have planned.

Packing cubes and rolling my clothes saved me when I when on a trip to Italy, France, and England for 3 weeks last year with my family! I'm planning on solo traveling soon and I'm DEFINITELY bringing my packing cubs when i go!

some extra tips on top of hers: buy refillable bottles in different colours or with different coloured lids, very helpful; pack some wash stuff at the top, because you will often want to wash and dry your hands or have a freshen up when backpacking or other heavy travelling, and some toilet roll; tampons etc vary wildly from country to country, so pack your own brand you normally use!; some banal medications and vitamin-mineral supplements are illegal in some countries, eg pure iron supplement is banned in Holland because it's dangerous for children (but essential for anaemic vegan women!); pack something heavy that you'll use up, such as muesli, so you have spare weight as well as spare space for the junk you acquire; research your plugs and chargers before you go, don't take worldwide when one light one will do, especially split into usbc-usb lead plus relevant usb plugs, and maybe take an OTG powerpack; i can't go anywhere without my kindle, but even if you normally never read, download a couple of bearable books onto your phone, nothing is so useful if you're stuck somewhere for hours (airports! airplanes!) as a book and now you don't have to carry an extra half kilo / 1lb per book, you can indulge; take totes and bags without english writing on, so you don't scream 'tourist'! (and attract crime); do not just worry about having valuables pickpocketed or bagsnatched, worry equally about all things you need, eg hearing aid, glasses, medicines, keys, passport, and act accordingly; take a headscarf, portable antimacasser and way to block you or someone else's cough. A showercap is useful, because lots of european showers don't have a detachable hand bit but just holes overhead.

I usually spray my perfume in my suitcase so my suitcase smells delicious when I open it.

If you have lots of power items bring a small power board. Plug in computer chargers, hairstyling things etc. Then you just need 1 electrical adapter for connecting to wall

I always bring grocery bags for shoes and dirty laundry. Reuse and then throw away.

I like to pack a big gauzy scarf for summer trips to Europe - often the beds had only a comforter, which is too much for hot summer nights. The scarf worked as a makeshift top sheet - just enough to feel comfy but not hot. And then of course it worked as a scarf too, for cooler days :)

@erinlikesacornishpasty4703

10 ай бұрын

You're supposed to crawl inside the eiderdown bedding, so the thin comforter "cover" acts as a top sheet in warm weather, but in cool weather you flip it and the eiderdown is on top.

@heidij7374

10 ай бұрын

@@erinlikesacornishpasty4703 Wow, I didn't realize that. Good to know!

Now many hotels have laundry service and there are laundry bags in the closet. I usually take the laundry bag from the hotel.

Really appreciate your commitment to offering environmentally-friendly tips! Thank you so much :-)

Absolutely amazing! Excellent stuff!

Love these tips! Sharing!

I love the protective wraps 😀

Love the cubes, lots of great ideas.

Great video. Packing cubes seem like a great idea .Thanks 👍👍👍

Looking forward to Europe! Thanks for sharing.

So many great tips! Thank you, love all the tips!

Wow! I wasn’t expecting to learn stuff I didn’t already know! Thank you.

Loved the tip of the protective wrap. Had never heard of them!

I really really really love the way you say bags

Love love love! Thank you!!!

Thank you! Loved the tips! Baby wipes are super convenient too!

Best travel tips ever! Thank you!

Great tips. Loved the of nesting the bags. Brilliant idea from your parents.Thank you.

My favorite tip was the travel wraps to protect my breakable.

@HappytoWander

4 жыл бұрын

Yess! I only discovered those a few months ago and fell in love immediately. Thanks for watching, Tawnya!

Great packing video! Thank you.

1. Even if the climate is cold, if you are sitting by a window on a train or bus, it can still be HOT. 2. I wear roll-on deodorant. I push the tip of a metal nail file next to the ball, twist it and pour deodorant into a tiny bottle (may want to use tiny funnel). I can carry weeks worth in a tiny place. It’s easy to put on with a tissue or a finger. 3. MOUSSE-Mine is too big for a carry on. I spray as much into a bowl or measuring cup as I would use for each day I wash hair, then add a little extra. In a day or two, the mousse will be liquid or gel. Put it in a tiny bottle.

really loved the tip about packing the heavier items at the bottom.

I've never heard that binder-clip-as-a-toothbrush-stand trick. Binder clips FTW! Thanks for sharing!

Using tictac boxes to store bobby pins seems like a great idea. I use brand new toothbrush covers to carry meds like pepto bismol or Advil. 😃

I love how you describe the "glorious crap" that we all bring! So fun!

Thanks for sharing this video and helpful tips!😊😊

Great packing video, new to me was the protective wrap for items that could break.

I really felt like you were talking directly to me in this video, enjoyed watching so much!

Such helpful tips!!! Thank you!

Great tips!! I’m a new fan!

WOW Best unique travel advice I’ve heard/watched so far!! Thanks!!

Great tips. I have used many but the necklace and straw was a good one. I myself pack my cloths in baggies for that extra protection. Thanks for sharing.

A frozen sponge - I like that! Simple and smaller than the standard water bottle. Plus, I might be able to wrap a necklace around it later to keep it safe.

@HappytoWander

4 жыл бұрын

Yessss great thinking!

Awesome tips! Thank you!

Love the opening shot, that is my husband's idea of packing. Dirty and clean mixed together.

This was best and most informative video in packing for Europe on KZread.Thank you "Happy to Wander" for your tips and efforts in making this video.

I have been watching travel videos for weeks. Hands down this is the best one I have seen!

Traveling solo to Europe. Definitely your tips and guides serve me well

Girl you deserve ALLLLLLLL THE SUBS. This was amazing and I freaking love your editing style!! And the humour also made me sub hahahaha. Will definitely be binging your channel before my trip (hopefully happening) in 2021 !!!

loved these tips.

I’ve watched many, many travel tip videos and you have just given me more great ideas than I’ve ever heard!

Very useful tips, thank you!

Love all the tips and hacks 👍

Really enjoyed it x

I have a cold weather packing list and a cold weather packing list. Sometimes it has to be combined depending on where I am going, but it’s still s very helpful.

Great travel tips!!!

It's my first time traveling in many years. Kinda forgot how to pack my bag lol. This is such an awesome tip list. The things you learn! Great and fun presentation! Thanks alot.

Great tips! Thanks! We’re planning a trip to Europe later this year and this video has been very helpful!

You are da bomb! Great info, video moves fast love who you are. Thanks!!!!

Travel wraps, clip for my toothbrush, & an extra set of clothing in my hubbies bag (& I guess a set of his in mine) :-) Great tips. THanks!

EXCELLENT. EXCELLENT! And needed. Heading to 5 countries next week and your videos are such a big help. Thank you! New subscriber.

I LOVE THIS VIDEO!!!

Love the pace of your videos. There is no blah blah blah like most travel videos.

Such great tips!!!!

I love all your tips ..They are amazing. Would never of thought of some of those. My Favorite would be the shower cap for shoes, hair tie holder and tick tack container..🙂

All great tips!!!🎉

Loved the idea of a universal adapter.

Great tips, I like the frozen bottle!! For the last one make sure the pen has a top on so you can avoid any exposure ink to your purse.

I’m Your newest subscriber, you are awesome thank you for all your traveling tips.

Thanks for all the tips! Appreciate it!

@HappytoWander

10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad you found it helpful 🥰

I used A LOT of these. But TY Bc some i never thought of. Will be sharing..

Didn’t know about the frozen water bottle hack! Ty! 💕

all general ideas were great!

Awesome video ❤ subscribed

Definitely the most useful travel tips that I've seen on here.

@tijay8507

4 жыл бұрын

These tips have been around for many years ...google packing hacks and you will see every single one of them x

I'm so happy you made a KZread channel! I love following you on Instagram and your most recent trips on finding the cutest/unique Christmas Markets in Europe so jealous. Great tips! Packing cubes are a genius invention.

@HappytoWander

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much, Deanna!! I’ve been meaning to make one for ages so I’m glad I finally made it happen 😂 and yes - packing cubes are LIFE!

♥ Great tips, thanks!!!

Oh the binder clip toothbrush holder is a great idea. I don't it sitting wet in it's case. Large binder clips are also great for clipping over top of a razor so you don't reach in and cut yourself.

thanks girl!!

Thanks for all the tips I really appreciate it

❤ very helpful!! Thank you.

Omg thank you! I’m stealing a few of these.

really helpful thanks!

Love your channel! Thanks for all of the helpful tips, definitely one of my favourite Travel Channels 💕

@HappytoWander

7 ай бұрын

That’s so kind of you to say! Thanks so much for your support 🫶

Great tips

Wow Awesome advice

Such an informative video! Thank you for uploading this! I would love to use these packing tips using my Nomad Lane Bento bag! :)

Personnally, if I know that I will do laundry during a trip, I think it's a good idea to bring a small quantity of laundry powder and a few sheets of bounce because I find that's it's hard to find it in small quantity in stores. Anyway it doesn't take much place and it doesn't weight much.

I'll be sure to store some of my items in my travel companion's bags next time I travel :)

@HappytoWander

4 жыл бұрын

Hahah makes sure they carry all your bags for you too for optimal effect ;)

@pamelagoodson9034

2 жыл бұрын

My husband and I did this and wouldn’t you know-both bags delayed 10 days. Got them just in time to go back home 😫