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Great information! And I like how you guys didn't talk over one another and interrupt eachother like other videos

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! LOL I (Nik) can't stand that either. Can't focus haha

@levigarcia276

9 ай бұрын

Like a normal american?!! 😅

Actually if you've ever been in a hotel emergency where there were no lights, you would be thankful for the headlamp. It provides piece of mind for very little real estate.

Can't believe you guys packed all of that stuff in carry on's.

@awaytogether

11 ай бұрын

At times we can’t either! Maybe someday we should make an “if we did it again” type of video. 🤔

I'm a fan of packing light and there are some great tips. Others have commented on weight limits, and I have to say that is the most difficult part. Here in Australia ALL airlines have a strict weight limit of 7 kilograms (15.4 lbs) of carry-on luggage per person. As you are boarding, you will likely have your bag weighed, and they will ask you to surrender it to be checked in below. Make sure you have a small carry bag/satchel to keep the things you need to take out and carry on board with you (ID documents, cards, books, devices etc.). Size matters, but so does weight. Some budget airlines let you prepurchase an additional 7 kilos. Don't wait to do it at the airport as it will cost dearly. Laundromats are fun to visit while travelling. You will meet real people. Plan a laundry day every 10 days or so, and you will manage fine with less clothing. Enjoy it all!

@awaytogether

11 ай бұрын

Great tips! Thanks for sharing

@bradavon

9 ай бұрын

Man 7Kg is low. I've struggled with 10Kg I think from a German airline and 15Kg seems to be the norm for UK airlines. My general amount is 10-12Kg. But they don't usually weigh it if it looks under. Australian airport staff are not hard core though. Israeli airport staff even more so. They scan your carry on and manually sift through it.

@bradavon

9 ай бұрын

Just had to Google Laundromat, assumed it was some type of clothes conveyor belt 😂. Laundrette in the UK.

@awaytogether

9 ай бұрын

@@bradavon😂 Love it

@timor64

8 ай бұрын

​@@bradavon If you are flying Jetstar, Melbourne has an LCC terminal which you enter via escalator to ground level. Somtimes they are waiting for you at the bottom of the escalator with a scale! On another occasion I had been sitting well away from the gate minding my own business and had a bubbly and smily Jetstar staff member whiz over with a luggage scale on wheels to weigh my bag,

Great video! Very helpful to hear from both perspectives!!

Awesome video and tips!

Awesome video! Super helpful!

Love this video. I would also suggest a clothes line with attached clothes clips to hang in shower, etc. Also, laundry strips so you can do some hand washing along the way. Happy traveling 😊

Great list

So very helpful!!! Great presentation. We leave in a few days and I started watching you several weeks ago. Thank you!!!

great video!! thank you, guys! I'm heading into a 6 months travel and my packing looks very similar!!

So many great tips! ❤️

Awesome , you folks videos very informative and get value for our time in watching Cheers 😀👍

Thank you for such an informative video. I love your energy and honesty. I felt as if i was talking to a friend. So many great tips. Thank you

Congrats on your new little traveller. 🎉

What a great and useful video. Many thanks.

Awesome idea on the HDMI cable! 🙌

your videos are a lot of fun.. and of course, very useful ❤

Learned a lot! And immediately subscribed. Thank you for the meticulous and helpful detail: team carry on only now!

Thanks for this! Feel like there's a million carry-on videos about warm weather packing. This was so helpful for packing for all climates!

@barbarahallowell2613

9 ай бұрын

I'm always packing in layers for changing Autumn and winter climates. I respect this. 😊

A lot of smaller airlines in Australia were weighing cabin bags which included any handbags and laptops and can only now weigh 7kg

@thepepemia

Жыл бұрын

Yes and when travelling different airlines have different weight and size restrictions. So these bags would be too big and heavy . In Thailand it’s 5kg for carry on luggage and several long distance airlines .

@siobhanduncan2156

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. Lots of different weights and sizes for cabin luggage to be stored in the overhead locker and under the seat in front of you depending on airlines with some budget airlines charging for cabin luggage in Europe. All the videos I've seen so far produced by American packing carry on, their bags are checked into hold luggage.

Loved all your videos! Hi from South India! You are a practical couple and I am going to do as you say,when I travel. Thanks so much

Very informative! Thank you ❤

Awesome video! Thank you! And actually the locking gadget isn’t so much for if your lock doesn’t work as it is for added security. Very popular amongst solo female travelers because you can put it on hotel doors or air bnb doors, both places where someone else has a key that allows access. 😊

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Great feedback! We'll be sure to highlight that perspective in a future video. Thanks for watching.

@CarpeDiemTravelerMel

Жыл бұрын

As a solo female traveler, I have one and will always take it even if I don’t end up using it. Peace of mind is priceless.

@morethanmeetstheeye1355

Жыл бұрын

@@awaytogether has anyone mentioned taking a rubber door stopper instead of the “bust” lock? I’m a first time long haul traveler and I’m a single female. One “con” was in the case of true emergency it may take too much time to get it off. One “pro” of the rubber stopper was that it can just be kicked away. I am an overly detailed “what if” thinker, yet traveling carryon only. Peace of mind as to my safety while sleeping is paramount, yet I don’t want to over complicate things. Help?

Thank you for the video definitely learned a lot. I’ll be in Europe next month as well.

Just half way through a 6 month travel I wish I’d seen this before we left home. Thank you guys. Very very useful.

These are great and creative ideas suggested for packing. 👍🏼

Brilliant! Love the way you both interchanged so well in your presentation. What you packed and how you packed so much - Amazing! 👏 ✨️ 😍 🙌 Loved sharing this time with both of you. Thanks for great channel 👍 👌 from Denmark 🇩🇰

Great video!!

Very well done-thanks for some good ideas

Great video. Thank You!

Thanks so much!! I watched this like an eager student with notepad in hand. You helped me decide to go strictly carry-on and you helped me make decisions regarding my packing list....bring or not!! Super!!

Good information. You guys look like you really like each other.

Great tips.. thanks!

a truly useful video! thank you for sharing your traveling experience with us

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.

Espectacular 💚 🍀 Muchísimas gracias María 💚 😅

Love those microfiber towels. I have a couple in different sizes. They are awesome. The beach sized one is my favorite. I still over pack just a little bit but I am getting better. Thanks for all the tips and tricks.

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Aren't they great? The temptation to overpack is still strong with us. I (Nik) probably could have gotten by with a few less things. Thanks for watching!

New subscriber and loved it! Great, practical information and thank you for your honesty in the must/best section.

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!!!!!! We are happy to help and hope we can share what we’ve learned through our experience!

Was very useful. 😊

Girl always have a lot of things 😁😘 Thank you for this very informative video. Enjoy and keep safe always. God bless.

Very, very helpful!!! thank you.

Awesome 💯 information

I am so glad I found y'all! I am headed to Machu Picchu and the Galapagos in May. I would really like to only take just a carry on and backpack. I think I am on the 5th video of yours. Yep, I am binge watching and enjoying all of the useful info. Carry on, you two! Thank you for all the helpful info!

You had some great ideas I look forward to implementing soon; thanks. Enjoyed your conversational, interactive presentation. Loved how Nik looks at you with such love and appreciation, too! So sweet! ❤

@awaytogether

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Julie! Really appreciate your feedback.

This video was awesome. I haven’t traveled much but my favorite thing is using only a carry on bag because it saves you so much time. When it went to DR, I took a carry on suitcase (researched JetBlue thoroughly for requirements), a backpack that carried other things, and a Fanny pack that carried my passport, phone, etc. to have on hand. My biggest mistake was having the backpack not double as a beach bag. It was too bulky so I ended up bringing a smaller canvas bag in my backpack. The ski mask you had can come in handy if you’ll be doing activities that involves dust/dirt as well!

Very helpful, thank you.

Awesome video! despite many years of traveling, I still manage to over pack. I’m seriously going to try to follow your advice and do carry-on only with a backpack.

@awaytogether

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! I know right? Even with years of experience the temptation to bring more is always there.

Interesting light packing tips.

Nice video, thanks for sharing!

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Being smaller helps too. The larger you are the larger your clothes and the more room they take up in your bag. Love the parka the packs into what looks like a neck pillow.

Good idea putting your puffer jacket into your neck pillow for the plane! 👍

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t that so cool?

Great video guys

@awaytogether

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kenneth! Thanks for watching

Where the 😮 was this list all my life, this makes so much sense😊 I always travel light (small / mini car, with 2 kids and a big dog, so packing light is a must) but this takes not much space but gives so much more options for clothing. Thank you for sharing this video😊 only thing ive got to add is mountain shoes, we walk to much for these kind of shoes in the video😅 So many tips to use or integrate💫

5:17 Holy cow that’s a lot of clothing! I can’t wait to see how you fit it all in.

Great information and 100% agree on the headphones. I'm using them to listen to your video 😁

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Aren’t they awesome?

First, really enjoying your videos! 🥰 I’m so impressed that you got all of that packed! Also, I have the Sony headphones too and LOVE them! I used them when I roomed with a bad snorer to “cancel” then out. 😂💗

I haven’t checked a bag in years. It really is freeing and saves so much time at the airport. I always enjoy seeing how other people pack so thanks for sharing!

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thanks for watching!

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I never knew that dry shampoo powder existed! I was dreading having to wash my hair every couple of days whilst away (I always have to blow dry) but now I don’t have to! 👍😊

Nik and Allie, you guys gave the BEST Presentation for traveling with only carryons! I tossed ALL of the previous stuff of which I had made notes. I loved the links to what you used and the Musts or Bust list was a good idea. I will be heading for Barcelona and Marbella with my 4 girlfriends in 2 Weeks. We have always schlepped luggage in the past-but no more! Many thanks. 35:04

@awaytogether

Жыл бұрын

Janet! Thanks for taking the time to write your comment. So glad we could be helpful to you! Thanks for watching and enjoy your trip!

@capercat9785

Жыл бұрын

Yours was THE BEST travel packing video. You’re both respectful to each other and both in charge. And excellent tips. Loved the must/bust section.

Fantástico 😂💃

wooow! just wooow🤩

Spikey ball is great for tight shoulders and to relieve your sore muscles if you climb hills or carry packs for a while.

Great thoughts! Many will glean worthwhile ideas from this vid. Personally I do the Rule of 3 for all items except shoes. Wear one on plane the other in my carry-on. One all-purpose jacket. We plan regular laundry stops. Has worked for me for the past 20 years. Isn’t it so freeing having one small travel bag! Cheers from 🇦🇺.

@anivee5863

11 ай бұрын

Yes! I finally found another "rule of 3" devotee! Finally! I only break the 3-rule for undies.

@barbarahallowell2613

9 ай бұрын

​@@anivee5863lol, I have merino undies and socks, wash in the sink dry over night. Those are my rule of 3. I digress with 5 short sleeve tops and 4 lightweight sweaters, 2 cardigan, one ls crew neck, 1 turtle neck. They pack small and with the 3 bottoms work. Lol, it's just a rule of 3 altered😂❤

@anivee5863

9 ай бұрын

@@barbarahallowell2613 sounds just about perfect for my Fall trip to Ireland and Scotland - plus trench coat, umbrella and one warm hat

I’m not going to lie I didn’t think that was all going to fit 😂 😅 you are inspiring me to try to use just a carryon and backpack for my upcoming trip.

I have lived and traveled around the world with a carry-on. I travel ultralight, half of what is presented for men is this video. A packing trick I learned while I was in the military.. One can easily and cheaply often buy things needed in foreign markets and street vendors. I usually keep spare room in my carry-on for newly needed purchased items.

@chrisrobinson3980

4 ай бұрын

Your approach is obviously great for many travelers, but I think (?) it's different if you're touring and not staying long in any one place. Recently in London we spent a few hours searching for a knee brace we thought would be fairly easy to find, and didn't find it because I need a small size. We wished we had brought one "just in case," so we could have spent more time exploring interesting sights. When I think back over my travels in the past year, I'm reluctant to spend my limited time trying to find something I could have brought from home. Obviously that involves tough judgment calls to avoid having to check a bag, because all the little things that "don't take much space" do add up!

Didn't see the link for the suitcase, but that's not a Carry-on pro, the pro got the front sleeve for electronics. That looks like a Carry-on Plus if im wrong, which might be too big for international carry-on. Great video keep up the good work

I’m glad you mentioned your “bust”. I was wondering why you were traveling with those things.

You are such a cute couple! Thanks for the great travel tips. 😀

Thank you, thank you, thank you! My husband, who has serious back problems, is planing a 6 week trip to europe with a buddy and he wants to only handle his camera bag and a carry on bag. Until I saw your video I thought it couldn't be done. Hey, if you guys can do 6 months with a carry on 6 weeks now seems like a piece of cake! Hopefully my husband doesn't see this post cuz I'm going to take the credit for all your practical, realistic advice. LOL Can't wait to hear what you are up to next!

@awaytogether

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Feel free to have him email me (it’s in our about section) if they need any other pointers or advice. We’ve spent a total of 6 months traveling Europe and have learned a lot!

A lot of airlines only allow 7kg carry on , and that includes your personal item ,....I have seen them weigh carry on bags at the gate , so check with your airline , its not always the size of the carry on

You need an additional light across the front of the table so we can see the dark objects when you hold them up guys. Thanks for the video. Loved that you packed all that stuff in small cases.

Thank you for mentioning how many undies and socks you packed. I’ve been watching lots of travel packing videos and no one seems to mention the number of undies. So appreciate it.

I have not looked through the comments, but your running/ski hood is called a balaklava. :) Great videos!

For hair, I can also recommend cleansing conditioner. This stuff works well if you are in places with less than stellar water pressure as it is easier to rinse out of the hair than shampoo. I have waist length hair, shampoo and I have a contentious relationship on the road... For jewelry, I've learned to take minimal. Earrings, one pair two-tone dangle, one pair each silver and gold stud. I don't take rings as your fingers tend to swell when travelling. I might pack a two-tone chain if I think I'll be going to a fancy place. This fit in a small changepurse I kept with my hair items.

I also have a cute tiny folding hair dryer with a small diffuser. I love it but depending on where I'm traveling, I'll probably leave it at home. I will say that the dryer came in handy more in India. Most of our hotels did not have a hairdryer. It rained the whole day we were at the Taj Mahal and I used it to dry my shoes...lol. It wasn't needed on our Cambodia, Vietnam trip because there were hair dryers at all of the places we stayed.

Really great video! Thank you. I have to pack to go to Alaska this summer, and it can span temp ranges from very warm to wet cold and miserable. So this whole video is applicable. Enjoyed the presentation too!

@awaytogether

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching, and enjoy Alaska!

@joannbanks9963

Жыл бұрын

I suggest a very good hooded rain coat and a compressible down vest for any needed warmth!

@lynneeie5226

Жыл бұрын

@@joannbanks9963 It was very warm when we were there, but I did take a rain coat and sweater which worked well for when we were up in the mountains, because it was still cold and snowy there!

@barbarahansen5353

Жыл бұрын

When I was in Alaska several years ago (during July), I took a thin fleece zip up jacket, a compressible down vest, and a hooded rain coat that would layer over any combination of those items. Worked out perfectly for all of the weather conditions. (Oh, and a large-brimmed hat!)

This was a great and informative idea! Thanks so much for walking us thru it. I’m still curious about how you decide to pack what where…. Know what I mean? Like…what do you put at the bottom and hard to reach and what do YOU like to keep handy

Thanks so much for your tips! I’ll just mention that Tylenol/acetaminophen is not always available for purchase . I searched Italy for it and some pharmacists didn’t even know that I was talking about. I later learned they don’t sell or use it there. There were alternatives, but with my allergies I learned me lesson and now always being some with me. 😊

@LauraRN

4 ай бұрын

In Europe they call it paracetamol- But good idea to bring it

@alisonarthurs4317

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! I wasn’t sure it was the same thing and I have a lot of allergies, so I was hesitant to take it.

Hi. I like Your videos, I did watch 10. I wish You continue do these videos,if You continue travel and / or home products too.

Where do you find the links you say are below? Can’t find it. Love your KZread helps with traveling. We are going to Italy in October. Thanks for all of your advice.

I packed for 2 weeks in Europe much less clothing. it worked pretty well, Of course, it depends on what you are planning to do, the season you are going and the place itself.

@awaytogether

Жыл бұрын

For sure! We had to cover multiple countries and seasons. Hope you had an awesome trip!

thanks for adding links to your purchable items. Would also be nice to see a summary of the number/types of clothing items packed so that I didnt have to go back and rewatch (pen in hand.) Great video tho. Very practical. Thanks

Loved this! Thank you for posting this. Only one question though. How did you get the bug spray on without putting in the liquids bag?

This is the first video I’ve seen of yours and you may have covered this before but I’m curious as to what your bust items are from when you first left for Europe/Asia? What “comforts” did you learn to live without?

Compressable down jacket sounds very wise! I am surprised at the amount of clothes that you take. We also only take carry on. Everything, even my backpack of items for the plane ride, must fit into my Rick Steves wheelie carry on. When i land at my destination airport i put everything in my wheelie so i only have my wheelie to watch over on the busy metro ride to our accomadations. We wash our undergaments (underwear and socks) out in the sink each night cutting down on the number of items that we need to bring. For our 4 week trip i brought 3 pair of wool socks, 1 bra and 4 underwear. I carried a Daiso shopping bag in my purse which i used every day.

What was your weight limit? Many airlines have a limit of 7kgs (15lbs) plus your personal item, so I'm amazed at how much you were able to take. I had a trip all planned for 2020 - 2 years in India using carry-on only (Osprey Fairview 40litre) at 7kgs plus small personal bag. Had it all weighed, organised and pared down. Then the pandemic busted those plans (not complaining, as we got off very lightly here in New Zealand). Just doing 3 months at the end of this year, and then longer travel when I'm able to.

@megansmith5592

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I was thinking about the weight of the bags too!

@kleek2217

11 ай бұрын

I'm also curious about this. What is packed in the travel rolling suitcase plus backpacks definitely look like more than 7 kilos. I'm gonna be in asia for four months (4 countries/24 cities) and a LOT of the little planes there are very strict, I'm told. I'm thinking I'm gonna check my larger rolling case for that very reason, and then carry a small backpack and lightweight travel purse/bag as carry on unless you can convince me everything you showed was under the 7kilo limit. PS. I'm not a skinny thing like Allie - so larger sized clothes also take more space and weigh more (just like me! haha). That also has an effect on the size / weight of the carry ons. Havent seen anyone address this.

@jondarling

6 ай бұрын

Yep, their bags would have been 19lbs/8.6kg. (I do the same pack for NZ) and take a risk. You do a dance with the personal item, but if you get an employee having a bad day you might be in trouble with certain airlines. Great video though.

Hi love your videos. I downloaded your packing list and on the Women's clothing side there seem to be a couple of items left off. 1. a pair of jeans/long pants 2.swimsuit/sun protection top. No need to pack a hairdryer either as the majority of hotels have them in the rooms. Leave the straightener at home! Treat yourself to a blow dry at the local salon

This was really helpful! I’m going to Europe go 2 1/2 weeks with carry on only and I’m terrified I won’t fit everything I want to bring 😂

@wplains

4 ай бұрын

Not that easy to find laundromats in many European cities.

Very useful I was planning to buy two Large suitcases, for the trip to Ireland. But then I saw a video from you and I like, oh duh. But I'm an author and I don't want to leave my books behind. So I'll have to ship them via DHL Express to the Hotel. Because this is a permanent trip to Ireland. Work related.

Thanks for a great video, appreciate the experiences you share. Can you provide more information on the Voltage Converter you use (referred to in the video)? Thanks!

Would also recommend Triple antibiotic ointment, pain pills if you have any, pepto bismol is invaluable, and a mini umbrella is awesome. A butane curling iron was incredible as well. And finally a small container of soap for hand washing.

Some good suggestions here; however, I'm Australian and airlines have a 7.5 kg carry-on allowance here. I travel to Bali often. My next trip, I will take a suitcase full of things I don't need in Australia, to add to the Bali suitcase that I leave over there. For the second and third trips to Bali this year, I plan on travelling carry-on only. Carry-on will include my laptop, travel essentials, charging cords etc. The things I need to take over and bring back home again to use.

OMG!!! I can't. believe it. When I saw Allie stuff's, I was wondering how she could fit all of that? I practically will fit those things into my checked bag. Wow, it's eye-opening that you can fit lots of stuff in carry-on luggage? Thank you for your video, I clicked your video because I was curious about how to better pack your carry-on with lots of stuff. I always think that carry-on can't fit anything that much. They are just too small. Wow, you guys have proven me wrong! I'm going to try it for my next trip.

Ok, one last, thanks for the I brought my makeup bag. ❤😊😊😊❤ So many single carry vids are minimalist on the make up. Like I brought and eyeliner and slightly tinted lip balm. That's cool and all, but I like my makeup, and always pack it. Smaller than what would be athlme,but, yeah, I want a full face so edays, and my brushes. Brill fav are double ended brushes. I pack a small microfiber face cleaning cloth for my brushes. I can't use them on my face, way so irritating. I do pack more skincare in moisturizer from home, sensitive. I love DHC washing powder for my face, super lush and delicate for my skin, dry powder so tsa no bother, a bottle lasts for ages. Great to pack, use and yeah. Recommend❤😊❤

Contacts! I too use daily, tho greatly reduce the use as I have a good pair of prescription aviator sunglasses in a cool rose tint. I find I can get by with just the sunglasses on most days because the tint is so light & I forget they r on indoors & later in the day. Sooo I find myself only end up wearing dailies if it’s raining or I’m going out for a long night.

@karriebeen6034

9 ай бұрын

Heathrow counted my contacts as part of my quart sized baggie limit! O'Hare didn't.

Thank you so much for the info . Just curious at the airport the carry one wasn’t over weight? I think they usually scan the carry one. We are going to travel to Istrael and we are going to take the carry one and backpack. Thanks again that was very helpful.

Love your videos thabks for all things you guys always teach us. But one thing, for us in south America thinking on having all that merino clothes it's as expensive as our ticket for Europe. Would be nice to have other accessible clothing.. thank you ❤

Great video! Does the adapter that you posted convert the voltage for your hair iron to work? Typically, when I have traveled in the past, the hair straightener ends up not working with the adapter that I bring! 🤦🏻‍♀️

Can you post the link to the packable rain jacket you have?