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@megan1998

6 күн бұрын

Love Tripped cube set. I use a different color set for each member of the family- makes it easy to find everyone’s clothes in the hotel room.

Just used packing cubes for the first time over a three month period. My wife thought it was a waste of money. So I divided my warm and cold weather clothes, the cold went into the compression cubes. It was easy to locate clothes for daily usage, often it was not necessary to open my checked bag. Great trip and will always be using cubes in the future. PS...My wife wants a set now.

@yaowsers77

5 ай бұрын

I'm too cheap to pay for compression packing cubes so I get 2-gallon zip lock bags. Roll my clothes and then press out all the air. Works just as well and great for dirty or wet clothes

@libbylandscape3560

2 ай бұрын

@@yaowsers77 I have done this too. The one problem I ran into was the slipperiness of the bags, which was annoying as they wouldn’t stay put when on the bed/table & would slide onto the floor. 😅

If you're not willing to pay for compression cubes, 2-gallon zip lock bags are also a great option. Good for dirty or wet clothes. Use gallon size ones for undies and socks etc

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

I don’t find them quite as user friendly but definitely an option!

@yaowsers77

5 ай бұрын

@@PortableProfessional haha I find the real compression cubes don't hold quite as much clothes for those of us plus-sized travelers 😁

@lisalehman3151

29 күн бұрын

I do use compression baggies! I check my baggage, but take my pillow everywhere so I compress it!

Lol had to watch twice cause I got distracted by the cute doggo 😂 he looked like he just watched a magic trick!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

He's a curious little guy, always loves making an appearance!

Bought different colored packing cubes for each person in my daughter's family last Christmas, planning for an Alaskan cruise. She started using them for weekend road trips...each person packs a cube and they all go together in one suitcase. Easy to find each individual person 's stuff. Bought compression cubes for myself earlier this year to go along with my regular cubes. What a neat suitcase! Just have to be careful of the weigh because I can fit in so much.

Packing Cubes rule!!! I love using them on every trip I take. They are a game changer

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! Total game-changers.

@michaelisenberg3558

5 ай бұрын

For sure! It definitely is. I can’t believe that a year ago I never was doing this!

I’ve been using packing cubes for about 10 years now and it’s been a total game changer. I wouldn’t dream of going anywhere without them.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

I totally agree! Happy travels!

I’ve been using packing cubes for several years now. I can’t imagine packing without them! Loved the Tripped brand too. Their cosmetic bag is a real game changer!

I think my next trip I will certainly change the way I pack thanks to you Megan. I also saved to my wish list on Amazon the cubes you suggested and I really feel packing is now an art and I understand it, again thanks to you !!! Love your ideas and you make a fine teacher with the skills you have for travel. Much appreciated !!!!

Never packing without compression cubes again! Thanks for packing with Tripped, Megan!

I have been using packing cubes since they came out! Just love them! One big benefit I recently found was when my suitcase broke (came apart while being handled by the airline) was because everything was in packing cubes, nothing was lost. They bagged up everything including the suitcase and nothing was missing. The only damaged was a pair of shoes that was NOT in a packing cube.

I do most of the things in this video depending on the circumstances. The biggest problem I have with packing cubes and vacuum bags is keeping the weight in limits if I'm checking a bag. With carry on bags the restriction is size more than weight. In either case i like a vacuum bag for dirty clothes, you don't have to worry so much about folding/rolling them and there's no odor/soil contamination. One other trick for souvenirs is to pack and ship them home. I'll actually use some of our dirty clothes as packing to protect the fragile stuff. We have found that shipping is a third to half as expensive as overweight fees or extra checked bag fees. Not sure how well that would work traveling abroad but in the states it is a great hack.

@littlesongbird1

4 ай бұрын

My boyfriend travels a lot for work and he has shipped things instead of paying an extra baggage fee (he will usually check with the hotel that they will let him have a package sent there. He does it with his golf clubs. He just takes them to Fed ex the day before he flys and asks for two day shipping to the hotel and then ships them back the day before or morning of (if he has an evening flight) to his home.

This video was so informative, I wish it was out when I was researching compression cubes a couple of years ago. I love compression cubes! I’m going to watch your video on the army roll now, I’m excited!

I have never seen compression packaging cubes before. Very cool! And a nicely done video. My problem, for longer overseas trips, has always been being under the 50-pound weight limit, at least on the return flights. Souvenirs, you know!

I love your dog was watching so closely as you were folding - cute!

I use both types of cubes, along with the waterproof bag you showed to house my neck pillow. I love that I don't have to put my clothes directly in the dresser drawers. I just pull out my cubes and place them in. So much easier!

I love compression cubes and packing cubes. I fly a lot with Spirit so I only take a person sized item and these are a game changer.

I love your Common sense approach you are a beauty ! Thanks for sharing! You rock!

Love that impression on your dog after you folded your shirt. Thanks for the advice. Great video

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

He was inspecting my technique😂. Thanks for watching!

love your videos- so clear and informative!

Thanks, I have been using packing cubes since I started to travel.

You are the Best on Travel Tips. I've been doing the Army Roll since my Drill Sargent taught Me in 1967 ....😃

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Thanks, Gregory! Happy travels!

I love my tripped compression cubes❤

I use compression packing cubes. One thing i do find is that depending on the items i pack, the compression cube is thicker in the middle and thinner on the edges. I adjust it by rolling smaller items and placing them closer to the zippered edge. So when I compress the cube, it will be a lot more uniformly flat and not bulge in the middle...if that makes sense. I have brought just a carry on and a personal item with me for a 14 day trip using compression cubes. (FYI, I had to pack a suit jacket, trousers, skirt, 3 blouses, and dress shoes for my work. And then the casual stuff for my off time.) My colleague was impressed at how much I could get in my carry on! (Thanks, Megan for suggesting the Kon Mari method and army method of 'folding'. I will try that next trip!) Love your content!

I have learned over my travels to only travel with compression planking cube! Live them!!!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Right?! They are the best!

I enjoy having bags upon bags in my luggage 🙂 plus, they can protect against moisture and getting roughed up.

I love my packing cubes and have been using them for some time now. I will incorporate some of the tips you showed in this video, thank you.

@PortableProfessional

2 ай бұрын

That’s great! Glad it was helpful!

Since I travel for cruises quite often, I tend to mostly sort cubes by type of clothing, but I also have a few others. If I'm only staying overnight before boarding, I keep a cube for embarkation day. That way I only have to unpack two cubes when I arrive (nightwear and embarkation day). Oh, and I'll keep swimwear items in that embarkation day cube so I can carry it on the ship with me (as three things are generally open for the first several hours; the bars, the buffet, and the pools). For my upcoming trip to Sydney for a cruise, I'll have a second one, as I like to tour places I've never been before and arrive a few days early.

I’m so glad to see that Tripped came out with neutral colors and patterns! I avoided them because I didn’t like their busy designs and colors. Thank you for mentioning the different reasons why you might want to use solid or mesh bags. Do you think you can create an Amazon store with all your favorite items? I’m new to your channel and love all your advice!

LOVE packing cubes & I’ve been using the compression type for several years. I do make certain to keep weighing my suitcase because I could easily overpack w/the extra space I’ve gained from the cubes. 😄

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

I see the problem there.😅 Happy travels!

Great video. I have a set of Tripped compression cubes and love them. I am going to Europe for 2 months and will try the burrito method.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! Have a great time in Europe!

Definitely started using packing cubes on my trip to Alaska! Cool in the evening and water c!others for Salmon fishing. Bravo! Thanks!😎🚲🚝🎣🛫

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Super to hear! I haven't been to Alaska yet, but wow, that sounds like quite the trip!

I pack my stuff in the "vacuum compression bags". I squeeze out all of the air & the bag maintains an air-tight seal. For the small (travel sized) ones, you don't need to hook it up to a vacuum cleaner, you can just roll them to force out the air.

The Ranger Roll is my go-to for packing. I one-up it by placing my knickers and socks on top of the t-shirt I'm rolling and then I roll it all together. Boom! Instant outfit for the day - socks, knickers, and a t-shirt. No need to rummage around for your undergarments.

Excellent advice! Thank you so much! 👍👏🏻❤️🙏

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, and as always, you are SO welcome!!

LOVE my Tripped compression cubes!!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Aren’t they great!

You're dog is so cute! Watching you fold the shirt!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

He's a sweetheart! Always loves his moments on camera!

Such helpful information, thank you!

@PortableProfessional

3 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Packing cubes are wonderful. Easier to find what I need!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

I totally agree!

I pack my bulkiest clothes in a small rectangular basin, it compresses the item and at the same time also serves as a basin for doing the laundry for 2 weeks vacation 😄

Thanks for the hacks Megan. 😊

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome, Ricardo!

Wonderful tips and techniques!

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Loved this video. I use packing cubes all the time in travel. Your dog is cute too.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Ollie sends you a tail wag!

I am Team Cube! Work great.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

I love and use compression packing cubes.

I love packing cubes. I use Tripped and Thule packing cubes.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Both great products!

Love them❤

I probably should start usin them. I sort of do something similar, but with ziplock bags (which serve dual purpose. I can put dirty clothes in them and seal them up and compress them but you can buy a box of them -- like 100 gallon sized) for $10 here in the US). The nice thing is they are disposable if they get damaged or otherwise smell, etc. Although iwill try to reuse them if possible. But obviously a gallon sized ziplock is only so big and only good for a few pairs of socks and/or underwear. I will probably pick up a set for my next long trip (for shorter trips I probably won't bother or I'll just use one or two as my shorter trips generally are only 3-4 days tops). i guess I do use small packing cubes (as I do have a small cheap set I bought, but these are mainly mesh) and use them primarily for things like electronics or wires as mentioned and it's nice to have them because I used to just put all the cables into a pocket and the ywould get tangled up so now Ikeep them banded together in a small cube. I also have one that's an emergency toiletries kit (which includes a small tube of toothpaste, a small bar of soap, some shampoo I got from a hotel, and a small toothbrush, all of which I just keep in my carry-on bag and a second in my larger checked bag just in case so i don't forget, as I found that I tend to forget some of the essentials when packing -- especially for trips that might be short notice).

Love the cubes!

@PortableProfessional

4 ай бұрын

So do I! Thanks for watching, Kathleen!

We’ve been using packing cubes for years. They make nice gifts too.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Yes they do! Thanks for watching!

Better than the army roll is the variation on the Kon Mari method where one creates a pocket for the rest of the fabric to go into. Easy to stack vertically and also the item stays folded even if you toss it from one place to another - best of both worlds (Kon Mari and Army/Ranger roll)

Use the clam-shell type always. While packing, close one zip partly so that it becomes a half-zip style cube.

P.S. Sri Lanka - I was there in 2017 - and, just for information for anyone contemplating a visit - those mountains you see have very curvy roads and i suffered severely from motion sickness. (Bus trip) I had to skip the day trip from the beach up to a tea plantation.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Love Sri Lanks, but yikes, you are so right! Those roads are awful for motion sickness. We drove them in a tuktuk in 2018 which was a HORRIBLE idea for both comfort and safety. Hope you enjoyed the trip otherwise!

I love packing cubes

@PortableProfessional

3 ай бұрын

So do I! They really help me keep things organized!

I’ve been using packing cubes for years and just recently started to try compression cubes.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Nice, hope they have been working well for you!

My way of dealing with laundry is to roll each item before putting it in the plastic laundry bag (that you get in the hotel or bring yourself). I put the bag in an empty compression cube, compress and that solves space and smell.

2 questions: Do you wash your packing cubes? How do you army roll without over stretching elastic or stretchy fabrics? Everything but my jeans seem to get stretched out.

I love doing carry on only whenever possible, having had our checked luggage lost or delayed a number of times in the past. I love compression cubes too… my biggest challenge is to keep the weight down, especially when using a backpack. So when I pack I will always choose lightweight clothing, accessories and shoes…

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

I agree! Weight can be bigger problem than space when flying carry on only!

Hello, in the army roll method, doesn't the hemline of the t-shirt get looser? or does that depend on how long you keep them packed?

Love packing cubes. I will combine things, like one cube will have swimming suits, coverups, sun tan lotion, chair clips, second pair of sunglasses, etc. That way everything for the pool (on a cruise) is in one place. With limited space on cruise ships, packing cubes brilliant as like you mentioned, just put in the drawer or shelf, unzip, and there is everything at a glance. It used to take me over 1 hr to unpack on a cruise ship, now I can complete in less than 15 minutes.

I've been konmari style folding in packing cubes. Can see all the clothes at once and keep them corralled.

@SharonPerson-hm9ds

Ай бұрын

That's exactly how I pack, too, konmari &packing cubes. It's also easier to see if you missed packing something.

Also I love to Army Roll my clothes too! It’s way better then folding them

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Right?! It's so fun and so practical.

@michaelisenberg3558

5 ай бұрын

I know right! It’s so much fun and so practical.

Mesh packing cubes also give you a laundry bag for bras and small items.

Lol! I have never been able to close a compression cube easily like this video. Too much in bags i guess😅

10:00 Ok I travel every other month and have for almost 8 years now. I keep one local travel and one flight travel clear foldable box in closet. Everything I normally use, bathroom stuff goes in them. They are already in travel cases. I simply pull out appropriate box, toss the bag into suitcase. When I fly home and while I'm unpacking my suitcase, I simply refill anything I have used and put away. I do this with my flight backpack also. My clear in flight must haves like headphones stay in front pocket. I have a 3--2-1 rule. Day 3 before flight I pull my bags down . Charge rechargeable batteries I may need and charge my headset and pull my clothing. Day 2 I inspect my clothing and narrow down what I don't need. I keep dryer sheets in different compartments of my bag so it doesn't smell when I open it. Day 1 before flight I finalize anything in suitcase. Then I'm not stressed on day of flying!

Yes I love the the idea of not having to unpack. I can just put bag in the dresser.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Ditto! Saves so much time, especially when on a trip where you move locations. Safe travels and thanks for sharing!

Hi Megan, as always, great video! As an infrequent traveler, I never saw the ‘need’ for packing cubes BUT after watching this video, I’m sold, for all the reasons you pointed out, especially after seeing you just pop them into the suitcase and go! I haven’t looked yet, but I’m assuming you can buy a set based on the size of the suitcase. So, I will be shopping, soon! And I will be watching the video on the Army roll. Thanks 🤗

@ninadaon1077

5 ай бұрын

Small packing cubes are great in your backpack for everyday or short trips. It's easy to store: extra sweater/ shirt etc.., eye glass cases (so they don't rattle around, or any small items.

Packing Cubes are also washable and dry wrinkle free on delicate cycle in case I put worn clothes in them at end of trip .

Do the packing cubes wrinkle your clothes?

Yes, Eagle Creek.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Those are great too! Awesome brand.

Packe ebenfals Würfel. Platzsparend und vorallem findet man vor Ort meist zu wenig Stauraum. Noch dazu packe ich immer einen separaten Würfen da ich bei mir behalte meist für 3 Tage fals der Koffer nicht ankommt. Bei der Kontrolle muss ich somit nir den Würfel raus holen und nicht jedes einzelne Kleidungsstück.

Unfortunately the clam opening is only available in the Weekender style. I tried packing cubes one year and hated it my mind did open back up to them until you placed them in drawer.

😊

or buy Solgaard?

I bring a few gallon ziplock bags for my dirty laundry. They compress and keep any unwanted odors in them. 😉

@PortableProfessional

3 ай бұрын

Great idea!! Happy travels!

Packing compression cubes are the best solution if you don’t have to weight your carryon.And in many world’s airports the weigh allowed is maximum 8 kgs.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

True! Extra space means extra weight, but I do like the way they keep things organized also!

I always pack my clothes in cubes.

It might be nice for categorizing an organizing but the compression part is a freaking joke it didn't save me any space it was the same amount of space

I have trouble using packing cubes for my backpack. I think they’re only good for suitcase and luggage.

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Totally understand, they are tougher to get at in a backpack. I still find them super helpful to compress if I am just traveling with a personal item and need the extra packing space. Not great for organization in a backpack though 😅

Okay I can’t find the video on army rolls, what is it called?

@PortableProfessional

4 ай бұрын

Here is the link. Hope you find it helpful. kzread.info/dash/bejne/loeh2MGRj7zLfLw.htmlsi=Zm3PwqsouTbdrSat

@aranyaramawickrama2010

4 ай бұрын

​@@PortableProfessional WAIT, the links are working, i thought the links were taken of yt 😅❤

I just use Ziploc bags.

I really don’t get the packing cubes. I roll all my clothes and bring wrinkle release.

Completely unrelated but we have doodle twinsies 😀

I love packing cubes but HATE the compression ones as I have to tug and pull to compress them and it’s tough on the fingers and hands. Just not a fan of them AT ALL

@cherrob48

3 ай бұрын

Perhaps you are putting a bit too much in. I never find it that difficult to.

Do people really put their clothing in hotel drawers?

you never said if these bags were washable...especially after using it for dirty laundry

@SharonPerson-hm9ds

Ай бұрын

My packing cubes are washable.

People can pack how they want to

These videos just make traveling look complicated.

I hate packing cubes-waste space in suitcases

Are u secretly 😳 the joker companion

The only people who advocate packing cubes are the idiots who don’t know about clear compression bags, 🙄 and the companies that sell compression cubes 💥 once you put your clothes in a clear compression bag, put them between the mattress and the boxspring and remove all the air You now have a very flat package and you can clearly see the clothes that are inside , but all the air has been removed. It is the only way to honestly get a compression package no such thing as a compression cube, although plenty of shysters on KZread are trying to sell them to the unwary 🙄 they don’t work the zippers break

Delightful but, and don't take this the wrong way, would have been even better is you slowed your speech down a bit. I wear hearing aids and your rapid delivery made the narration difficult to follow - had to turn you down to 0.75 normal speed!

@PortableProfessional

Ай бұрын

Thanks for letting me know! Some times I am a little nervous or over excited about what I have to share!

Obviously……..😂

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I realized as soon as I said it how 'obvious' it was! Haha 😂

Extra weight

I travel often to see family in Europe and these seem to be a waste of time as well as money.

@MCNY7

5 ай бұрын

What you see as "a waste of time as well as money" is practical for many. I also travel frequently and prefer using cubes.

I mean really…. 10 min talking about the same packing vibes I was hoping to see options, this is bad tellsell commercial jeezzz

Letting greed or lust for style or fashion guide one into such a undesirable paradox of additional expenses of purchasing tinier adaptations of what one already owns: a bag capable of carrying everything inside the cubes -- then watching one's baggage swell up as cube--after--space--occupying--weigjt augmenting cube is packed ---with all the thrill of grass grow ---and not knowing exactly what to make of a suddenly overtly cumbersome collapsible travel bag to which cubes have added unnecessary volume -- after much space prioritization ---when one could simply have saved themselves considerable efforts with simpler one compartment baggage or packing -- by a simpler layout--- permissible of just glossing through contents in one sweep -- potentially shattering their expectations of blissful security cross overs---in their approaching destinations -- where inquisitive security'll thank you to be done by morning unpacking for searches, before sounds of ecstatic welcomes---from family are ruined by impatience from folks, for the many impatience disappointments following difficult unstowing gift appurtenances -- in which of those cubes?

Thank you for a useful and interesting video 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@PortableProfessional

5 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

Hello, in the ranger roll method, doesn't the hemline of the t-shirt get looser? or does that depend on how long you keep them packed?