20 Minimalist Packing Hacks for Carry On Only | How to Pack Less and Better for Travel

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

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[@okaykk]

The surge protector tip is a game changer! Probably watched 100 packing videos at this point & this is top tier information!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

This is so great to hear! Lots of years of travel and packing wisdom to share with you all. Hopefully it makes packing for your next trip more enjoyable:)

[@z.allora4266]

Great tips! (I've traveled 1.5 million miles so I always love these videos! Thank you for taking the time.) Charger strips are AWESOME! However, I'd recommend care when overseas because hair dryers or curling iron can blow these out. (Most hotels have hair dryers so leave yours if you can). Travel safe. Many hugs, Z. Allora

[@spark_6710]

Very good video !! I always bring my eco bag & ziplock bags & extra bags to pack ,I used to use compression bags that did not require a vacuum ( rolling style ) ! In UK ,I never see ziplocks !! I have asked several grocery store workers for it & they had never seen or heard of " ziplock " !! Reg.hard case suitcases ,in European countries & U.K.,those mega busses don't allow hard suitcases !! Only soft bags !! Also regarding bringing own power cord ,if it is a surge protection type & you travel on cruising ships,they'll toss it away !! Not sure if all of 'em do ,but just saw it in a video of what not to pack for cruising ! 💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞

[@helenepoulin6668]

😂you cracked me up with your doing your laundry in the jacuzzi tub tip 😂 keep them coming! Great job!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Hahaha it seriously works so well!

[@kimb1452]

Definitely an original 😂

[@lovebefree8460]

My husband and me traveling with one carry on. And packing extrem light minimalist. And wash on hotel. No stress. We thinking only have day backpack one for me one for him but not any more

[@moontreesh]

The best packing video I have seen. You guys are awesome! Thanks! :)

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Wow, thank you! I hope some of these tips come in handy on your next trip :)

[@TheShashanav]

Your videos are so informative. Thank you!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Thank YOU for watching and your kind comment :)

[@KenshoQuest]

Thanks for the tips. I just started test packing my capsule wardrobe for our next winter trip, and it didn’t turn out as minimal as I hoped. At least I have plenty of time to revise! 🌺 Heidi

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Winter packing is definitely trickier. It's good to start planning ahead of time like you're doing! We made a winter packing hacks video too so hopefully that helps you out :) where are you traveling?

[@KenshoQuest]

@@hopscotchtheglobe I watched your winter video a couple times too! I need to get water proofing spray. We are headed back to Hokkaido Japan this winter.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I LOVE Japan! Haven't been to Hokkaido though. Would love to go

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Who here is a carry-on only traveler?

[@annwilkens2066]

I'm going to try!!

[@ilovethebroadway]

Almost always! I went on a month trip with everything I needed in a duffle

[@sopjoplop23]

Always! I was raised flying standby, so carryon is the only way!

[@havenothadmycoffee]

🖐🏼

[@nino9172]

Very helpful, thank you very much Kristen ✨🙏

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

You're very welcome! Got any travels coming up?

[@nino9172]

@@hopscotchtheglobe Yeah, hopefully visiting Jordan in November. ✨😊

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

@@nino9172 That sounds awesome! We've never been but it's definitely high on the list.

[@nino9172]

@@hopscotchtheglobe Yeah definitely, same here. I have high hope so let's see 🤩🥰

[@ohtobesmittened]

Thanks so much! We are hoping to plan our honeymoon to Argentina to visit Ushuaia and we are trying to do minimal packing! We typically travel with just a carry on, but we plan to go during their winter time, so I will definitely check out your other videos for more tips!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

That sounds like a great trip. We are looking to explore more of South American in the next year too. Have an awesome time!

[@ohtobesmittened]

@@hopscotchtheglobe thanks so much! Happy Travels 💖

[@yorukkizigeziyor]

Very nice video 😍👍

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@GOJ739]

I find clamshell annoying and a dealbreaker when buying a HardLuggage. So far I stick to soft sided luggage.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Interesting. I'd love to know why? I feel the opposite because I've found with soft sided luggage, it can be thrown around more and I don't worry about what's inside. I also find the wheels on soft sided luggage are never good, which is very annoying for me. What luggage brand do you use? Would love to know more!

[@migrose6547]

I hate the space hardsided luggage in a hotel rm. If you and your hubby have bags it's a lot of space.

[@rosemaryvilgan1445]

Travelled carry on only for years. Hate clamshell as hard to find space to open. Can open soft sided on a chair eg. I use a Delsey MONTMARTRE AIR 2.0 expandable. Beautiful quality and lightweight for the volume. When I shop, I can expand and check on the way home and have a folding duffel with me to also have as replacement carry on. I only take breakable items into cabin not check.

[@rosemaryvilgan1445]

Travelled carry on only for years. Hate clamshell as hard to find space to open. Can open soft sided on a chair eg. I use a Delsey MONTMARTRE air 2. Expandable, great quality and lightweight for the volume. When I shop, I can expand and check on the way home and have a folding duffel with me to also have as replacement carry on. I only take breakable items into cabin not check.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I just checked out that carry on. It looks nice. I appreciate you sharing it and your experience. The only issues I've had with soft cases is I find they rip easier and haven't lasted me as long. How long have you been using the Delsey one?

[@rosemaryvilgan1445]

@@hopscotchtheglobe more than 5 years. Pre pandemic. Expands from 41 to 45 litres.. No marks on fabric even.

[@tinas_craft_creations]

I would be careful using the jets in tubs because oftentimes they're not used regularly and they can get mold inside of them. And if you're washing your clothes with the jets, you could get mold mixed in with your clothing. Maybe run them before you throw your clothes in just to loosen up anything that could be contaminating your clothes and have that flushed out.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Great advice and absolutely! I always do that and see what comes out first before using the jets

[@cherimohay5152]

Vacuum seal bags

[@EnergiA854]

what do you vacuum seal? doesn't it ruin the clothes?

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Not at all. It compresses them a lot to save space. I personally like to do it on the way home after my trip when I tend to have more in my suitcase from souvenirs

[@EnergiA854]

@@hopscotchtheglobe i tried it but seemed complicated and makes them creased

[@Lhouse810]

I hear stuffing socks into your shoes is also a good idea :) Did you hear about the guy who tried to sue the airline for losing his luggage? He lost his case!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I definitely stuff things in my shoes haha

[@alicia217]

I used to nearly always travel with carry on only but they are making the bag sizes smaller and smaller. It's common for one of the dimensions to be only 20cm, you're lucky if a standard rucksack will fit 😔

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I just flew United yesterday on a plane with a very small overhead and this fit no problem

[@lbunnygordon1133]

Hpw do you use the vaccum pack bag dont u need a pump to get all air out?

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Several different options for this: a hand pump which is pretty small and easy to pack in a carry on, if you're in an Airbnb, they usually have a vacuum you can use, you can also use a hair dryer (I'll have to do a little video tutorial to show how to do this), or you can you use space bags which don't require any of these options and you roll the air out.

[@susangilliam6400]

Do you carry that vacuum sucker upper with you on your trip? I would think not and it takes up space.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Several different options for this: a hand pump which is pretty small and easy to pack in a carry on, if you're in an Airbnb, they usually have a vacuum you can use, you can also use a hair dryer (I'll have to do a little video tutorial to show how to do this), or you can you use space bags which don't require any of these options and you roll the air out.

[@person880]

Be careful of using surge protectors in countries that have different mains voltage than yours. The surge protector rated for 120V should generally not be used in countries that use 220V. A regular power strip that has no circuity in it can be used anywhere so long as you simply convert the plug to match the country you're in.

[@cherimohay5152]

How do you a vac uum bag w/o vaccum???

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Several different options for this: a hand pump which is pretty small and easy to pack in a carry on, if you're in an Airbnb, they usually have a vacuum you can use, you can also use a hair dryer (I'll have to do a little video tutorial to show how to do this), or you can you use space bags which don't require any of these options and you roll the air out.

[@vhoov2218]

Don’t forget the CONVERTER unless all your device are dual voltage. An Adapter is NOT a Converter.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Of course!

[@susangilliam6400]

I am just now learning that as I'm considering a European trip so that's correct and adapter and a converter are not the same.

[@rhondillon5056]

Not a fan of hard side, 4 wheel. Only good at airports. 😂😂

[@KerryE.Aguilar]

Always put dirty laundry in a plastic bag so it doesn’t contaminate your clean clothes!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I put them in a packing cube

[@Rye_Toast]

Bamboo the plant is sustainable, but the manufacturing process of turning a piece of wood into a soft piece of fabric is not.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

What do you suggest as a better alternative?

[@itascav2986]

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