“To travel happy is to travel light”~ Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Great tips! 😊 I pack a travel size bottle of Downey Wrinkle Release...when I get to my destination I spritz my clothes and smooth them out and put on hangers. When I have travelled on mission trips to Haiti, I leave all my clothes and shoes. I purchase from locals a few small baskets and handmade cards to gift to my sponsors. My bag is light, and my heart is full. ❤

@JenFlutterby

9 ай бұрын

This comment was just lovely! My heart swelled when I read that you leave your clothes and shoes behind for those who need them more. ❤ Share what God has blessed us with. Lovely

Very timely as I'm leaving on a 3 week overseas trip next week and, yes, I'm travelling carry-on only. I tried it last year and found it so much easier than lugging a big suitcase around. As a woman in my sixties, my rule of thumb is that I can manage the bags on my own and lift my bag into the overhead locker in a plane or onto a train - very freeing

Being a flight attendant I am a master of packing minimally. I am going overseas soon and will only pack a carry on. Now if I could just bring some of those habits into my everyday life I’d be good.

I agree with every one of your tips. I also had someone recommend when I traveled abroad to pack old underwear that I could throw out and make space for anything I bought on my trip like a new sweater. I love rolling clothes and limiting shoes! I believe the airline charges for checking bags have encouraged all of us to consider traveling lighter. I've been traveling quarterly to see my sister who was ill and recently passed away. The only time I checked a bag was when I brought food to make her and her husband a special Italian meal to make up for the trip they didn't get to take because of covid lockdown. They live in a rural area of KY and I didn't want to take any chances not getting the ingredients I needed. It was so worth it and a great memory to have now that she's gone. I did it for their 30th and last anniversary so I hope it will be a great memory for my BIL also.

Ever since I walked my first Camino de Santiago (800 km/500 mi) across northern Spain over six weeks) with just a backpack, I have learned to pack lightly. It's not just on long distance hikes -- I also travelled to eight countries over six weeks with just one carry-on not too long ago. That first Camino started my minimalism journey in my home life too.

This is spot on! I traveled from Seattle to New Zealand via Sydney, Australia for 10 days earlier this year and only packed a carry-on + backpack (for the allowed personal item). When a flight delay from Sydney caused a re-route through Auckland rather than going straight to my final destination, it was a relief having all my things with me and not worrying about where a checked bag might be. I did laundry by hand and air dried it in the hotel room, a small time commitment and worth the trade off of hassle with excess baggage. Traveling with just a carry-on + backpack also helps me to be more mobile. Long walks through airports are a breeze and easy to navigate on all sorts of terrain. I was able to stay within the stricter weight limits required in international airlines as well.

I agree. We pack a small carry-on when we travel. It's a total gamechanger.

I learned a tip from a friend that I used and found it helpful. I brought my oldest underwear and a couple tee shirts that were good enough to wear one more time and then disposed of them each day. I had a much lighter carry-on and even room for smaller items if I went shopping!

@calisselindsey8899

9 ай бұрын

I just came back from an Alaskan Cruise with only carry on luggage. I too brought old underwear/socks that I discarded after each use. I did laundry in the launderette once and washed some other clothes in my cabin bathroom sink and hung them to dry in the shower. My friends originally thought I was crazy, but soon realized that I was RIGHT!

I fully agree. Every time I've boarded a plane by myself, I've always done carry on and I've never looked back. It's so clean, simple, and stress free! :)

My husband and I travelled for 4 months through Europe with carry-on luggage. Tru Earth laundry strips were the best thing we brought with us and packing cubes helped keep things organized. Shoes take lots of space - we wore one and packed one. No issues - it was the best way to travel on trains and planes with ease. Less is more!

“Easy Jet” has helped me master that skill: Cheapest tickets, a small backpack and appealing destinations.

Take all your most important, irreplaceable belongings and put them in a separate bag. Leave that bag at home.

I have traveled to Mexico for a week with just a backpack under the seat and I love it 😊

I travelled to Germany from Canada with a school bag sized backpack. It was amazing! Because our winter weathers are similar, i'm used to layering and wearing wool. I also worked hard to fit my toileteries and makeup in a very small bag. I would recommend folks look into merino wool clothing as it stays fresh and dries very fast when washed.

Great idea and I can usually pack in a carry on size, but what I can't do is lift the suitcase into the overhead bin. Hate relying on strangers to help me. Also, since I travel alone a lot, it means I have to take it with me wherever I go in the airport. But I have learned to pack lighter. Souvenirs aren't a problem, except for yarn. That's sometimes an issue when I travel. I once shipped dirty clothes home from Amsterdam so I could have enough room for all the yarn I bought.😂

@jennifergaver1239

Ай бұрын

I have the same problem.

My family lives in another state & early on when my Hubby & I would go home, I would take a ton of stuff. 23 yrs later, I barely take anything. It's awesome! Great tips. 😊

I will have been married 51 years this November. We have always flown with just carry on except on our honeymoon (🤷‍♀️). I roll only some of my clothes & I am still able to get in all that I need. YES! We LOVE not waiting for our luggage & dragging heavy luggage around! When we were in Ireland we watched 3 young men, obviously tourists, try to fit all of their big luggage pieces into the small rental car while in the parking garage. What a way to start their trip! 😖

@jayneturnbull5041

9 ай бұрын

What is your carry on luggage weight allowance?

@SnowySpiritRuby

9 ай бұрын

@@jayneturnbull5041Depends on the airline: if I remember correctly, no U.S. airlines have weight limits for carryon luggage, only for checked luggage. I know many European and at least some Asian airlines (especially the budget airlines) have carryon weight restrictions, though. The respective carryon weight restrictions, if any, can be found on the airline's website, generally in the same general area as the dimensions.

I visited my mom in Florida for over a month, and had just a carry-on and my little backpack as my 'handbag'. I live in Ireland and had to change flights 3 times and did not want to risk a suitcase being lost plus it's just easier and so freeing to travel this way! I found my carry-on plenty big to accommodate my laptop, writing projects as well as whatever clothes I'd need. In fact, I had more than enough with me.

Since meeting my now husband we have always travelled with just a carry on. Prior to this when my parents and I would travel abroad for three weeks we would take large cases and check them in. (My mum and I would put half of my clothes in one with hers and the same in another just to be safe should a case go missing - never did) I remember having to wait for the cases...No longer the case (no punn intended). Thank you for the video Joshua ☺

Hi, we've been on a 2 week cruise with just an overnight bag each. We each take a small tote for medicine and toiletries. We're in our 70's. Just wear a jacket, take gloves and a hat. We went from warm weather to 20 degrees in Chicago. Tina, Al's wife

EXCELLENT VIDEO! I would only add 2 things: I hated the leaky little shampoo & shower gel bottles as well as laundry soap. I now buy Good Time small round bars of shower soap, shampoo and conditioner. And I buy Tru Earth laundry strips that work well in washer or in motel sink. So much lighter, less messy and plastic-free !

@saba9514

9 ай бұрын

Hi, l did like you , but I would like to ask you , which kind of soap kindly and natural materials..thanks

@icingcake

9 ай бұрын

Ethique is good

@saba9514

9 ай бұрын

@@icingcake thanks alot

@icingcake

9 ай бұрын

@@saba9514 no problem - I initially tried them because I wanted a cleaner version of the Lush shampoo / conditioner bars and they are even more moisturizing :) I think artificial ingredients increase with liquid products due to the bacterial etc concerns around water so that’s why dry products appeal to me more

@saba9514

9 ай бұрын

@@icingcake thank you😀

Hi Joshua, I’m a flight attendant for 8 years now and I agree with everything you shared. It’s funny that I see this video just now being stuck in Hong Kong due to a super typhoon and I could do with an extra outfit 😅 In all fairness I did have the space in my carry on suitcase but couldn’t be bothered. This is probably the 3rd or 4th time in 8 years of flying that I could do with an extra outfit or 2. I love traveling light makes life so much easier ☺️

Great video. Did 3 weeks in the USA from UK with small suitcase and a small backpack. Bought dark teeshirts with some nylon mix, not thick cotton. Wash them in the sink, wrap them in a towel for a short while hang them up, the in the morning a quick burst of the hotel hairdryer works a treat. Uniqlo lightweight underwear dries overnight. A fine merino wool jumper (M&S sales) keeps you warm and doesnt hold body odour at all, hang it out and it refreshes itself. Sometimes I save an old outfit, wear it to travel and leave it behind, no ones looking at me for fashion tips. I didnt realise how hot Washington was in August and so the thick jeans I took I never wore!!

I NEVER check luggage. Btw my carry on and personal item, it has to work. I have learned that if you are concerned about the environment, limited the weight of the plane by everyone carrying less helps with fuel consumption and pollution. Also, you have to get comfortable with doing laundry or having it done. Lastly, it defintely harder in colder climates. He is right about neutrals being your friend. I try to carry a hoodie or sweater along with my jacket on the plane. You have to be creative sometimes to make it work"-)

The really weird thing, if you think about it...the most places we all travel to, also have stores where we can buy almost about anything we need. So the risk of running out of shoes or clean clothes, doesn't really excist...😂 To travel light - is to live light. Thank you, Joshua for sharing this video 🙏

Love this! And I agree! I find rolling my clothes actually saves me from ironing as I roll my socks, undies and sometimes a pajama top inside an outfit, which helps prevent wrinkles. Rolling definitely saves room! Packing cubes help too! I’ve even re-used the plastic zippered packaging that sometimes bedsheets come in to use as “packing cubes.” They help reduce the size of a rolled jacket and help keep things organized in your carry on. 😊

Great idea, no worries about lost luggage.😂. My Dad was on a submarine during WWII and they had to roll their clothes. We learned early to do this when we packed.

@thirdcoast-nx7jx

9 ай бұрын

My husband was ex-Navy and an absolute expert at rolling clothes.

Hi there! I just went to Ireland and I totally agree!!! One thing I did buy was the compression packing cubes and they were a live saver!!! I am not encouraging people to spend on unnecessary items but in my experience I would have never been able to fit so much in my carry on and personal item without them!! If you travel maybe once a year not needed so much but if you travel more they were awesome! When I got home I just stored them in my luggage also so no additional clutter in my house. I got the tip from another influencer and although I was skeptical because I don’t like to buy unnecessary things I would never travel without them again. Thanks for the tips Joshua

My wife and I did 2 weeks in Italy with just carry-on sized Rick Steve’s brand backpacks. It was great! Our bags never got lost, or filthy from the baggage compartments. We felt more independent, too. Did laundry in Florence one evening as we sat on the hotel roof drinking wine and admiring the view. We saw several people with their huge wheeled luggage break wheels on the cobblestones, too.

I like to pack light however some travelers pack a carry on plus bring a huge backpack etc so they take up 2 spots in the overhead bins. I've been on a few flights where the airline doesn't charge if you want to check your bag because the number of carry-ons is excessive. A free checked bag is not a bad perk. Agree with all of your tips. Switching to a dry laundry strip detergent and shampoo bars cuts down on the liquids too.

@SnowySpiritRuby

9 ай бұрын

Sure, but if you do check your bag, make sure you have whatever you might need in your personal item in case there are delays, or you even get stuck overnight somewhere and your personal item is all you've got (more likely to happen if you have any layovers than with only non-stop, but you still never know); and also make sure there's nothing in your checked suitcase that could spontaneously combust, such as Li-ion batteries. Just throwing it out there for everyone's benefit since they're things that not necessarily everyone remembers/realizes.

I use compression packing cubes. They not only keep your clothes less wrinkled but you have more room too. Keeps me organized. No more embarrassing moments when one has to open their suitcase in public! Carry on is the only way I go!

Just did a month long trip to London with just a carry on been doing this since 2013 ill never go back to lugging checked bags everywhere it's so much better

I used to travel to Europe a lot, each trip lasting 10-15 days. After the third trip, and taking 2 suitcases + a carryon, I figure out that I can pack everything I needed in a carryon. I did have to spend time pre-planning, but it was worth it.

This is what I do all the time. Here in the U K luggage costs are expensive. I don't roll my clothes but use a packing cube. I iron the clothes and fold them then put them in the cube. Off on a short trip on Monday but when we go on our main holiday it will be just the same small bag. Great advice.

Yep it can be done! I'm 72, just flew to Maine from AZ with connections so having my bag with me was great.

Great video Joshua. I began my minimalist journey in 2020. In 2022, my husband and I got brave enough to try carry on only after seeing all the news about lost luggage. Wow, so much better! Not only the airline experience, but also in our hotel rooms. Easy to stay organized, especially with my travel cubes. And, less laundry upon return home!

I love this!! My hubby is a pro at it and NEVER checks anything! I’m not as good as it does seem easier for men as there are not as many different categories of clothing need for different occasions. But I’m coming up to speed quickly and times have changed and life is more casual all around... thank goodness! And I’ve learned the value and versatility of a single pair of white sneaks! Also I have to add, as a portrait photographer, solid neutrals will give you the best images from your excursions!!📸😊 You will never compete with the background and you’ll always look so put together and not so touristy in photos! Y’all have fun out there and be safe! Thank you for the video Joshua… thank you for every single one!❤

I am minimalist too …..and i love nature too…. so out of this reason i care so much about nature and my grandchildren i stoppt flying for many years ( never had a car out of this reason) . So i will motivate everybody to pack small and travel by Bus or Train or make Bicycle Tours, most fun with kids …..thank for taking care about my grandchildren and there future !! ❤

Definitely agree! As a minimalist, I always travel with carry on,only 😊✈️✈️

Packing cubes are revolutionary. They are like magic.

Jack Reacher comes to mind😊 good advice!!!

Funny how I started traveling light with only 1 carry on back pack many yrs ago...but it took me longer to connect having less burden in my home was kind of similar in nature. Once you " travel light" there is no going back!! Have been encouraged by your videos as I have "lightened my load" in my home. Thx.

I took the carry on plunge and won't go back to checking one in. Extra little planning but so worth it...

I accept your challenge. I am traveling to Taiwan to visit family in November for over a month. My biggest challenge will be limiting the yummy pineapple cakes that I want to bring back for my kids. Maybe I will give away my clothes in exchange for space for them 😂. Thank you for the push, Joshua.

@bridgeta7813

9 ай бұрын

Mail your clothes back and bring the pineapple cake home ❤

@johnvienna3422

9 ай бұрын

We've actually found that specifically the Taiwan family and friends trip is the only one where we can't travel light. Suitcase full of expected gifts going out, same case full of received gifts coming home. And honey cake - don't forget the honey cake!

@EmeryEricaChen

9 ай бұрын

@@johnvienna3422 Honey cakes are yummy too!😋

@xilang

9 ай бұрын

You can buy the pineapple cakes at the airport, that way you won’t need to pack them. Just wait until you get past the luggage scan and passport check. They will let you bring items purchased in duty-free onto the plane.

@EmeryEricaChen

9 ай бұрын

@@xilang Not the one we like. But thank you for the idea!

Heeding your advice to standardize my wardrobe/create my own personal “uniform” of apparel has enabled me to get 7 outfits in a carryon with room to spare! (Hurrah for soft knits!!) No wrinkles either, and a simple scarf or necklace changes the entire mix-n-match setup!

Great reminder ! Happy travels , Joshua !

Thank you! I'll be flying over Christmas with a toddler. This will be my first flight which will be 24hours. This was so so helpful 🙏🏼

@SnowySpiritRuby

9 ай бұрын

The channel Travel Tips by Laurie has some good videos on long flights and flying with young kids. Just thought I'd mention it in case that was something you might find useful.

I purchased packing cubes and this has revolutionized my packing. Keeps everything organized and I am able to compress my clothing items to fit the carry on. We found that when we used to travel "heavy" we never used everything we packed. After a trip where we set aside everything we did not wear/use, packing light became much easier...it was a clear indicator we were over packing!

This is perfect! We’re going on an overseas trip for our family of 4, for 2 weeks, and were thinking of only taking 3 small carry ons, but now may try and only take 2.

Packing light is such a great way to travel! No baggage claim, no lost suitcases. We've been traveling with only carry-ons for years now. On our last European trip, we took one small suitcase (rolling kind) and two small backpacks between the two of us. By hand-washing outfits and taking only two pair of shoes each, we made it easily through our 10-day trip. It's a very freeing feeling.

Oh Joshua, this message couldn't have been more timely! I am traveling to Italy a week from tomorrow and for the last several months I have been researching on how to travel with just a carry on. I will be in Italy on a tour for 16 days and I am determined to make it with just one small suitcase on board . Because I'm newly retired and new to the traveling lifestyle I did invest in some travel clothing which really was not that expensive. I have a couple long pants, skirts, capris, All in either grey or black so that I am free to jazz it up with some snazy tops. All clothes are quick drying and minimal wrinkle materials. I purchased some of the laundry soap sheets to take along and I tore them in smaller pieces so that I could handwash my items as needed in the hotel sink. Some items I may choose to purchase in Italy such as any personal items that have happened to run out of. And to make it even easier I signed up for global pass which will allow me to Make it a quick trip through customs as I return to the US and also for pre-check TSA which will help me out of the US! So excited for my new venture of travel and not to mention my new way of packing. Thanks for the encouragement!

@SnowySpiritRuby

9 ай бұрын

Oooh, fun! I went on a 2-week school trip in May to Norcia and Rome 7 years ago, and it was a blast! It definitely helped to remember that many churches and museums in Europe have a dresscode of knees and shoulders must be covered in order to enter when planning my travel wardrobe for that trip.

My husband and I just spent a week in California. For the first time, we packed everything in carry-on bags. I was surprised how much we were able to bring. When I unpacked upon arriving home, I saw that there was a small pile of clothing that we hadn’t worn. This means that next time, we can pack even less! I’ll never check luggage again!!

I've done 3 1/2 weeks (with laundry access) in a smaller-than-standard carryon and school size backpack I don't even know how many times. These days, I keep a small amount of clothing (a few shirts, couple shorts, couple leggings, a sweatshirt, pair of sweatpants, pair of slippers, and some socks and underwear), as well as a full set of full size toiletries (allergies, so have to use specific ones, which annoyingly aren't readily available in stores) and a pillow (my neck is super picky), at my parents' house (when I travel, their house is always home base), so that cuts down significantly the amount of stuff I have to travel with (I also keep some empty travel bottles there, in case I need to take only small amounts of things somewhere during the time I'm there, like I did for camp in July) - did 2 trips earlier this year (one was 5 days, the other 2 weeks, both with laundry access) and literally the only bag I took was my school size backpack, nothing else. I do still take whatever toiletries and such I would need if I get stuck overnight on a layover again (has happened before, can always happen again), but it's the absolute bare bones. For the times that I do take my suitcase (and I used one in my backpack on the trips where that was the only bag I took), packing cubes have been my lifesaver for the last 4 years - I'm never going back to traveling without them, they're just too useful. Speaking of waiting at the baggage claim, my single-gate home airport sends gate-checked bags (regional jet, so overheads are about half the size of the ones on bigger planes) to the baggage claim if they're short-staffed or it's cold or precipitating (you have to walk across the tarmac to get from the plane to the terminal), and I had to wait 20 minutes at the baggage claim for my suitcase in February, but in June, I only had my backpack, and I was literally the first person to leave the airport property - I was out of the parking lot before anyone had even gotten their bags from the baggage claim (and that includes all the time it took to deal with my wheelchair, too, so that's really saying something); I would have been the first person gone in April as well, except I had to brush the snow off the car because it was snowing (the only people who left before me that time were being picked up, so no snow removal required for them).

Love this! My friend and I did this going to Rome and it saved so much time indeed! A mini capsule wardrobe in a carry on ❤

Love all the tips! I'm familiar with a lot but I appreciate the reinforcement

Thank you for the advise.🤗

Reading your book! Thank you!

Watching from Johannesburg South Africa 🇿🇦

Yes! I don’t travel often but last time I traveled by plane, I took a carry on and a personal bag for a 5 day trip…& it was so nice not worrying about all that goes along with bag checks.

Great ideas. Love your site.

When traveling light, I always remind myself that if I am missing something I can always buy it in my destination. Unless I am in a jungle or a middle of the desert there is a chance that there are stores around 😂

I think my minimalism journey (though I had no name for it then) started when I took a 7 week vacation with my husband. One of our stops was in Africa where bush planes only allow one duffel bag of a specific dimension/weight and a backpack per person. Thus, our entire trip was all in a duffle and backpack. And this included nice stays…not just packpacking in yours 20s-style. Once I returned I felt nauseated looking at my giant closet of crap and thinking of the amazing time I had with only a duffel bag of things. I’ve been spending the last several years with a better understanding of my needs to slowly declutter my life and add sparingly to my things. What a lesson!

This is super helpful; thank you!

Good tips. I keep a few pieces of basic clothing plus underwear, pajamas, and a spare pair of shoes at my sister's house half-way across the country. For other trips, we always stay someplace where laundry machines are available.

Yes! I did a 14-day trip to Turkey& Egypt with a carry on and backpack last year. This year was 8-days in Belize. Making the personal decision to not have a checked bag has simplified travel and made it so much easier!

I come from a family of overpackers: checked luggage, bulging carry-ons and personal items, hats, sunglasses, jackets, bags of food, etc. Getting on and off the planes during our trip to Hawaii was such a headache. I had my purse and a simple carry-on. By the last leg of it, I just grabbed my stuff and walked off, wishing them luck in my head 😅

Thank you

Joshua boa noite. Como sempre a simplicidade e a consciência minimalista devem se fazer presente até na organização de nossas malas d viagens. Com certeza quanto menos coisas levamos em nossas bagagens, mais podemos aproveitar nossas experiências em viagens. Grande abraço Joshua aqui do Brasil! 😊

Thanks for the inspiration

Many thanks

We’ve been packing lightly for some time now--love it ❤And, rolling your clothing, definitely makes it much easier to pack!!😊

My wife and I moved to Alaska 2 years ago with only one checked bag each. On visits back to the 'Lower 48' we have only taken carry-ons, except for one time we took some fresh salmon as gifts.

I’ve only checked a bag once. On my very first flight to Mexico on a missions trip when I was 15. Never since. No need. Thanks for this sensible encouragement.

Our family of 5 took a 8 day trip to Mexico this past March. I was determined to take carry on luggage only. It took a bit more planning (liquids were the biggest pain, especially sunscreen). But we did it and it was so great! There was no waiting forever for luggage, and no worries about losing anything. I’ll never go back to checking luggage.

I love all the tips❤️

I'm going to Europe is month... Thanks for the advice! 😊

Really good tips! When my husband and I travel internationally we only take a backpack each and we check just 1 bag. This save us money as the the carry on is more expensive and we will have to check one for each. This also allow us to bring consumables goods that we love to later eat. This has allow us to travel light and within budget but it’s our personal experience.

Thank you Joshua, your videos are so inspiring! Watching your videos are helping me with learning what I need to do to become a minimalist, big project i have ahead of me! Please know your videos help us see the light ahead!! Best!

Yessss!!! 14 days in Europe, I downsized even more to a backpack on wheels….very important when you gotta jump on trains in Germany. I only pack mix/match colors. Going end of month, 3 leggings, 4 shirts, 1 pair light shoes in bag. Underwear, def one each day. Hahahahah…no souvenirs unless very very small.

@JenFlutterby

9 ай бұрын

That sounds so nice! Easy and relaxing travel!!

Love it!!

This is 100% me, especially the number of shoes. 😄 I need to make it my goal to pack light in 2024. Thanks for the advice!

I travelled with carry ins last year for the first time for a beach holiday and was actually surprised how much I fit in. As long as you keep shoes and toiletries to a minimum and don’t buy stuff when you get there it’s very easy. Plus saves so much time.

I love traveling with a carry on, no checked luggage is a game changer!!

My family of five traveling with just backpacks on a ten days tour in Europe four years ago was or hight way to our minimalist life style. We thought we did it for the time and space - but i turned out the benefits were so many more. Peace in mind, flexibility, spontanious activitys, econonomy... We really "got it" during that trrip.

We went to Paris for a month several years ago. It was my wife and 2 kids. We just did one carry on bag each and it worked great. Same thing with Italy last year and we just did laundry part way through.

I travel consistently using a ‘personal item’ size only. 8x14x18. It goes under the seat. For a one week stay. People are baffled that it is possible. I wear the heaviest clothing during travel days (I’m always cold on the plane anyways). I take only the essentials with me. It can be done. The simplicity is wonderful! If they would allow those with only a ‘personal item’ disembark the plane first that would be lovely. Alas, we must wait for all the bulky luggage handlers to unload their massive suitcases from the overhead and take eons to disembark😂

@rubyhaskell1325

9 ай бұрын

Yes! I travel with a backpack that fits under the seat, that’s it. It makes navigating the airports so much easier too.

Since my kids are out of the baby phase, we all only take hand luggage when traveling. We take old underware and tshirts that can be thrown away to make space for a few things we may buy while on holiday. Since I was a young adult back packing around the world, i always buy/invest in paintings by local artists when on holiday as souvenirs.. they can be packed flat or rolled and are then my art/decor at home. We take hard soap and conditioner bars, solid deo, paper washing powder. Then the liquid allowance can be used for individual things eg face creams, skin care. We take one small toothpaste and buy a normal tube on arrival. We also wear our heaviest, bulkiest clothes and shoes on the flight eg walking boots. We have micro light travel towels and if going somewhere warm, we only take light tiny plastic rain coats as an emergency. You roll your clothes together eg outfits, or all together with socks and pants in the middle, the less creasable clothes around those and the most creasable clothes on the outside around all the rest. Then they don't crease..no iron needed. If there is an odd small crease.. put clothes on 30-60mins before leaving room on holiday and body heat removes those little creases.

I agree with all of your suggestions however now that I’m handicapped I don’t have a choice but to check a small suitcase and “walker.” As a former flight attendant rolling clothes is the only way to pack or using packing cubes. Great advice!

We do this already...yayyy❤

Hey Joshua, this is absolutely true! I did this for the last 3 or 4 years except one trip in wintertime. It is a bit difficult with all the bulky stuff if you travel in wintertime or when you travel to a land with a cold climate. But travelling with only a carry on is so freeing. 😃 greetings from Germany 😊

@SnowySpiritRuby

9 ай бұрын

Unless going somewhere with extreme cold (like the arctic) where really heavy layers are required, wear thin lightweight packable layers (e.g. cashmere, merino, silk, fleece, cotton blend, etc. - whatever works for you). In place of a bulky winter coat: puffy and rain coat. In place of bulky snow pants: pair or two of warm leggings, a heavier insulating layer, and rain/ski pants. In place of bulky winter boots: wool socks, toe warmers (if needed), waterproof hiking boots (wear on the plane/in the car), and knee high waterproof gaiters. I work outside year round on a ranch in the central American Rockies, and my winters are spent in the central American Rockies and Minnesota (my understanding is Minnesota has basically the same kind of weather as Germany, though I've never been to Germany in the winter, so it might get colder in Minnesota, I don't know for sure), but I don't even own real winter boots, snowpants, or a real winter coat, even though in both places it gets down to -20s/-30s in the winter and snows a ton, because layers are where it's at - 6 weeks (with laundry access, of course) for winter in Minnesota all packed in a smaller-than-standard (19") carryon and school sized backpack, 2 years in a row, and this Christmas will make 3 years.

@susannegiesen2114

9 ай бұрын

​@@SnowySpiritRubyThanks for your good ideas👍Maybe it was a misunderstanding. I live in Germany and when I travel to a colder climate (like the North of Norway) I already do some of your suggestions (wearing the heavy coat and bulkiest shoes while travelling etc.) But I need warm pyjamas and also a snow trouser and that, combined with warm socks and pullovers, takes some space in the carry on. But I'm going to try to manage it😃.

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Great informational video. I try to not check any bags flying.

I have been traveling with a carry on only for 14 years. My family of 4 even went to Australia for a month with 1 carryon per person. It was so nice!😊

I used to love travelling light with carry on only. Unfortunately so many people do it now that overhead storage is hard to find without paying extra to board early. So I’ve had to reduce my bag to a 15 litre size so it fits under my seat, it works, just!

My husband and I travel with just backpacks, and do most of what you covered in your video. My husband wears a "uniform" black long sleeve tee and jeans so no one ever knows if he's wearing the same thing twice 😂 also we ship gifts or purchases or check out buying them online vs. toting them around.

Peaceful Travels to You Friend.

Again thank you for inspiring talks love always Anne North Devon uk 🇬🇧 xXx

Good advice as usual. No fear of lost luggage.

My wife and I have been travelling carry-on only for 10 years now. Last year, we spent six months travelling RTW, carry-on only. We will never go back to checked luggage. Scrutinise every item in your packlist. Merino wool socks, undies, and T-shirts are my secret weapon.