75 Packing List Travel Essentials

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Tap here for my essentials I pack and the list. Download packing list from my blog: bit.ly/FreeUltimatePackingList My essentials: My sweater tee: liketk.it/4bdfU Compression cubes: bit.ly/3EdPzBv Toiletry kit set: bit.ly/3WBMdkQ Striped backpack 15.6: bit.ly/3rnqUmR Neck pillow: bit.ly/2Z3LUFk Airplane blanket: bit.ly/3wj2gY7 Sunglasses case: bit.ly/3I2rT5t Peeps: bit.ly/3w7wqwj Disposable peeps: bit.ly/3JEOcjr iCloth: bit.ly/3py9dp8 Cord case: bit.ly/3NGbOop Roll up electronics case: bit.ly/37KR1zP Cell phone charger (power bank): bit.ly/3hqoYKu Extension cord: bit.ly/3NDAzCk Pocket sized extension cord: bit.ly/3rbyJRA 3-in-1 charger: bit.ly/3NX5tXy Crossbody bag: bit.ly/3wTKHy5 Straps: bit.ly/3dK7abo Phone prop: bit.ly/2ZRvmSe Light gray version 15.6 backpack: bit.ly/3gddd9o Eyeshadow brush holder: bit.ly/3iSu6b2 Raincoat: bit.ly/3kqVdro All-weather pants: bit.ly/3TmR9s8 (sized up b/c slim fit) Tray for side table: bit.ly/3ECE5q4 Soap sheets: bit.ly/3kAVcjD Umbrella: bit.ly/46p7Klw Zipper light: bit.ly/3kgHiXU Spider light: bit.ly/3qxBjRz Wallet: bit.ly/3SQzRCz Jewelry case: bit.ly/3vzLfdv 16 pairs of earrings: bit.ly/3k1nIPt Hair tools bag: bit.ly/3NX9f3e Shampoo bar bag: bit.ly/3PC3Rnh Shampoo bar: Lush Pill case: bit.ly/3pzwvuP Black pill case: bit.ly/3JIsfzQ Clear small bags: bit.ly/3iTowFp Small containers: bit.ly/3PFJ6qL Gotoob containers: bit.ly/3vOjLPg Floss stick set: bit.ly/3H2xQ1T Fingernail file case: bit.ly/38DY1yA Travel videos to help you: bit.ly/PilotHelpsWithTurbulence Specifically for the airplane: bit.ly/WhatNotWearAirplane

[@berenicem8750]

Hi Laurie, I don't seem to be able to access your list? (blank space @ bottom right) Thanks

[@rhondillon5056]

​@@berenicem8750same here 😢

[@ExousiaMinistries]

I was unable to find a link to download your ultimate packing list

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

@@ExousiaMinistries Hi, when you click on this blue link it takes you to my blog. You will see it on the right hand side. Just type in your first name and email, and it'll be sent to ya.

[@familylively]

** Update - found it in the area that is blue!! Thank you. Also unable to find link to request for list. There are 4 other links (meds, before airport, etc), but not for packing list

[@cdc3415]

Haven't flown in 8 years so I'm very rusty & I've been binge watching your videos. TY so much for all of your invaluable info/tips. ❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh you will have a great trip and make mistakes, but you will learn and have fun.

[@evalamb8117]

Please dont get discouraged by PEOPLE who are being negative. Your videos have helped so many people travel without a worry . ❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi, I am not at all. I usually hide them from my channel. But we can disagree on this channel with a dialogue.

[@emiliebreault3425]

I didn't know you were a teacher ! I understand now why you explain so well and so clearly ❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you! 😃

[@sarai72]

Place a make up cotton pad inside your eye shadow and face compact powders. This will help prevent the powder from cracking if dropped.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes that is a great travel hack!

[@DChristina]

💕Thank you! I was worried about this for an upcoming trip.

[@sarai72]

@@DChristina I did this hack many times. If it doesn’t fit or close you can cut the pads to fit. I also used tape and elastics to secure the case shut.

[@DChristina]

@@sarai72- this is great as I can now bring my favorite, usual shadow.

[@sarai72]

@@DChristina absolutely! Enjoy your trip!

[@ruthhurley800]

I no longer carry a travel blanket and pillow. I wear or pack in my personal item bag a sweater or jacket and a Turkish towel, which is very lightweight. If I get cold on the plane I roll up one item for a neck pillow and wear or cover up with the other item.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Smart and less weight/bulk.

[@erinj1360]

I am in love with Turkish towels. So many uses, easy to wash out, and dry fast!

[@limonade2684]

I have a kind of pareo, colorful and cotton. I use it as a blanket, against air condition, as a skirt, at the beach, a table cloth, a bag.

[@Star-Boarder]

I wish that I could use a Turkish towel but I get too cold on planes.

[@lskazalski]

I have a couple of lightweight shawls that are big enough to double as light blankets. I can wear them as scarves, shawls, shrugs, a bunch of different ways and they pack down very small and ultralight. I also really like Teema Turkish towels. They are big enough for a light blanket, great on the beach, as a tablecloth, or a shawl.

[@bajanqueenprod4472]

I create a TRAVEL photo album on my phone and take pics of all my docs and boarding passes, passport and such. Should I not have wifi while travelling, I can easily access the items. I also email same items to myself, they are accessible anywhere in the world.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Love that tip!

[@briannab5296]

Helps to take pictures of the contents of your bags (and the outside of them, in case the bags get misplaced).

[@tanyawashburn8964]

Your videos have taught me so much - after not having taken a plane in over 20 years, I am now prepared for an upcoming trip to another continent! Thank you so much, Laurie!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Great to hear! Know that you will make mistakes, and you will never see those people again. Have fun

[@paulabf9065]

Love your tips and hacks. I have a tip for fellow travelers that may have food sensitivities. I have experienced flights where GF options were sold out. I use a steel, thermos type water bottle, chill it in the freezer and add snacks to it, like individual packs of cheese, some celery and carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, etc. I open it at security and briefly explain I have snack foods in it. I’ve never had a problem at security and the food has been a blessing when connections are delayed.

[@camm8832]

Great tip; I have an insulin dependent child so this is also really helpful for us/her. Thanks!!!

[@deniseginn5478]

I am on an injectable med that needs refrigeration. This is a GREAT tip for that along with my fave string cheese!!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Great idea!! Love it Paula!

[@sheilaturchyn434]

brilliant. thank you!

[@jeffgorham8819]

One thing I always take along is a roll of blue painter's tape, which (among other thing) serves the same purpose as your post it notes. I also use it to cover the inside of the peephole in the door.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Maybe you are who I got that travel hack from 5 years ago. I could not believe our hotel in Rapid City had a cover for the peep hole. I felt so fancy using it.

[@irishpixierose]

I was going to mentioned the doors peep hole. Never thought of painters tape. What an awesome idea!

[@irishpixierose]

Laurie, congratulations on 200k 🎉 I always try to share your channel. I now pack a security door stop. Our last trip I had a creeper at the hotel. We were only there a few days but I never felt safe.

[@deannas1515]

I use a small magnet for that.

[@staceygriego4108]

And the bright lights of a tv or alarm clock ⏰ ❤

[@AnnWalker-g8f]

Conditioner can be used instead of taking a separate can of shaving cream.

[@marilyncausey9348]

Yes and it leaves your legs feeling soft. Works great!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Great space saving hack!

[@eclairtreo]

So proud of you and your channel getting to 200K. Let's go 500K!! Congratulations from a long time subscriber.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yay team! Thank you.

[@kennisjarvis8105]

We pack a couple motion sensor lights so when the hotel room is dark, if I have to get up in the night, it helps guide the way. We also use them at home.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

We use some at home that are under our outlets but stay on-of course I think they're blinding lol.

[@ruthhurley800]

On two recent NCL trips the cruise line advised us to bring our own extension cords because they often run out. We went ahead and bought a device that has a short extension cord and has four electric outlets and three USB ports. Amazon sells them.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is great!

[@mamanothing9506]

I like to bring home the hotel bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and will remove the liquid products that are in those bottles. I then fill up the bottles with my preferred products when at home, and pack in my travel pouches for our next trip!!

[@stephanied6711]

Do you get charged for that

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh smart!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi, I do not think she gets charged. And since they're empty, she can pack them anywhere.

[@susangilliam6400]

great idea

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

@@stephanied6711 As far as I know, hotels and such are not allowed to use the complimentary toiletry items for more than one guest's stay, i.e. if the first person didn't use them at all during his/her stay, the hotel still has to put all new ones for the room's next guest and get rid of the old ones, so I can't imagine why they would charge anyone for taking them - for all they know, the guest(s) used them up and just threw the bottles/packaging away somewhere else. We take them from every place we stay that provides them, and either use them at home (if we either really like them or opened/used them during our stay) or (if totally unused/unopened), once a year or so, donate the ones we've collected to places that need that sort of thing (e.g. homeless shelters); friends of ours collect them and have them available for their overnight guests to use.

[@mwilliams8035]

Laurie, the 5 of us just returned from 10 days in Italy. After watching your videos, and reading the viewer comments, we were so prepared. We did carry on only, thank goodness because all our air b&bs had lots of stairs. Looking forward to more videos. Thank you again. 😘✈️🍷🍕☕️😊

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

YES! Stairs-another reason to pack in carry-on only. Yay!

[@natalies5818]

Ooh share a u good tips for Italy!

[@mwilliams8035]

Avoid the touristy areas for food. If you go 2 or 3 blocks away, down a side street, you can find better food and great table wine, less expensive and more of a local feel. The trains are inexpensive, and a great way to travel. Learn a little Italian. The Italians appreciate the effort. You pay morr to sit in a restaurant, so at breakfast, stand at counter. Hope you have a great trip.

[@jenharvey3397]

I just thought of another tip, Laurie. Here in Canada, our virtual monopoly airline industry is far more dysfunctional than yours, and I always pack my personal item on the assumption that they will make me gate check my carry on and lose it, and my personal item will be all I have with me for the trip. One way to maximize what I can fit in it is to have a minimalist bare essentials toiletry kit (the one I keep in my EDC bag) which I put in my personal item, then I put my main toiletries kit in my carry on case. That way, if they do lose my case, I at least have my toothbrush, meds, contacts, and some other small necessities, while I have made more space in the personal item bag for another outfit or two.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That’s a great tip to add.

[@booksnbeaches7075]

Yeah, ScAir Canada has bumped me, lost my check in luggage or damaged it, so many times. They suck.

[@LSTEdD1]

Your tips were so helpful for my trip to Spain last week! Thank you! One crazy hack I used there was that it was hot so I only had a light sweater. Not wanting to wear it while watching tv in bed at night when the air conditioning was so cool, I used one of the hotel’s big thick towels as a shawl!! 😊

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So smart! I love that one. New for me too. Ahhhh Espana!

[@LSTEdD1]

Thank you!

[@DChristina]

Thank you! Am going to Croatia & Italy a whole month. Stopping by the island of Hvar & staying in my dad’s old family big stone house on the water. Was there many years ago, so excited to be going back!

[@joliasco]

You are a lifesaver! I would have totally left my swimsuit before my cruise this weekend if I hadn’t heard you mention a swimsuit in this video! Thank you! Thank you! Love Love Love your channel!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I forgot a brand new one to Hawaii 😂 It happens to the best of us

[@bajanqueenprod4472]

I started packing shampoo, conditioner n lotion into balloons. They are squishable and fit into smaller liquid bags. They are also great to toss at the end of your trip, giving you more space in your carry-on.

[@manonbedard3463]

I now buy a shampoo and conditionner bar soap, less messy and not heavy too...

[@brenemoj1814]

How does this work? How do you have it sit up on the hotel sink? Also does TSA not give you grief?

[@kulkulbelle]

I just use the J R Leggett’s shampoo bar. Lasts forever and even for a month on the road I can take a quarter bar and use as soap if needed. 😮 Balloons seem a tad weird

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Enquire-ing minds want to know.

[@vtcs1963]

Wow what a brilliant idea!!

[@janetacook1375]

Laurie, I use the same foundation and found the sample containers from the Clinique counters hold's weeks worth of foundation. Saves me space and increases the amount of liquid I can bring.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That's great for packing makeup.

[@Bliggity]

I am glad to see I am not the only one having issues with precheck. I follow all the signs that say leave your belt, jacket and shoes on. And I still have to take off my belt, my shoes, and jacket. My travel partner that did not have precheck was waiting on me to get out of the line.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It can be so inconsistent

[@fishandfloral]

We have Precheck and Global Entry, yet I get pulled aside for “random screening” every single time. My husband laughs because it’s a long-standing joke at this point.

[@betzy7514]

I have Pre-check and because of the rings on the back of my athletic cut bras, they often have to check my upper back. And I always have to wait for a female TSA agent to become available. Ugh!

[@stephanielardner9150]

I have learned so much from you, thank you for all the good tips and products. Flying is stressful for me and you have made it so much easier. I watch all your videos, thank you again for sharing all the good stuff.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

You are so welcome!

[@fionafrazer8820]

Always learn something! Although I have been using most of these tips for years - it had never occurred to me to use my husband's liquid bag for some of my stuff! He packs toothpaste and deodorant in his - that's all! He always uses the hotel shampoo and soap.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Love that! Same here!

[@melodymills5432]

Congrats Laurie on hitting 200K subscribers. Love all your tips and tricks. It sure makes travelling easier. Have a glorious 4th of July.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you, Melody, for being a faithful viewer.

[@nancymitchell8976]

Laurie, love your channel!! I’ve watched you for several years, but never said ‘hey’. I take about 4 big trips a year, and your tips have really helped me out. Thanks for all you do- I never miss one of your videos!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I am so glad! I followed an exercise gal for 10 years before subscribing so I get it

[@jenharvey3397]

I used the extra large waist bag (that multi pocketed black one) at powwow this past weekend, and it was perfect. Held everything I needed and left my hands free, and I didn't have to worry about a purse going walkies while I was busy watching the dancing. I came home and ordered 3 more in different colours!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh wow! Glad it worked.

[@christinedigioia957]

Thank you Laurie!! I enjoy watching your videos. The top you are wearing, in this video, is a really good colour on you!! Hi from Chris, in Canada! 😊

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh thank you!

[@TrippedTravelGear]

Such a great list of travel essentials! Thanks for traveling with Tripped, Laurie!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@renferal5290]

I'm packed and ready to go with 7 more days until I leave, lol. I really like your idea of putting everything in pouches in your personal item bag, so I did that for this time. Furthermore, I also put in a change of clothes, even though just taking a carry on after what happened last year.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Ya never know. And I was super cold in one airplane and just fine in another one.

[@brendakrause5639]

I use 3 ring binder type of flat pencil cases with zipper. Separate categories and because they are thin, I can put like files in my bag. Different colors. Some type of items I fit in them: small TNS machine and pads, Kindle with cord and portable charger, group my eye cover, earplugs, tissues, etc.

[@sallygarnaat4857]

A TSA agent told me the newer scanners look at how dense an area on your body is. Because of this type of scanner I've had to remove my belt with a plastic buckle and also my money belt that was under my clothes. That's why you can't have a packet of tissues in your pocket.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes! Money belts cannot be worn through security.

[@joycehuff9769]

I love this! I have a packing list in my bullet journal but I also made one in computer and printed and laminated. I just use erasable marker on it while I pack everything.

[@GraceUnderPressure21]

This is the ultimate packing list!!! Thank you!!!

[@pattianderson5072]

This was really helpful! I loved the tip on whether something is a liquid or not. Very useful. I shared with a friend who is traveling next week.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh good! Thanks

[@KenshoQuest]

Good tip on putting your phone charger where you won’t forget it! My phone charger is the thing I almost leave behind most often. 🌺 Heidi

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So true! And my reading glasses lol

[@broningham4161]

Hey from Australia Laurie, that colour blue is really lovely on you. I love all your tips. They are very helpful. I watch you all the time. 🇦🇺🐨🦘💚💛

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh thank you!

[@pjalexandra]

Been getting back towards travel after the last few years and trying to up my game by moving from checked luggage to carry-on, so your tips--especially about TSA compliance--super helpful.

[@msdony308]

I have a vacuum sealer & used it to make little daily packs of my vitamins/pills instead of taking pill bottles. Also packed my Bulky bathing suit (has foam cups)in a vac bag which made it really thin to pack !

[@AnnaBanana-rq9vh]

I have been held up by customs outside the US for a LONG time because of pills out of their original containers. Never will I do that again. Good luck with your pill packs

[@juliekern6114]

Loved the post-it note hack to cover lights in the hotel. When in Alaska a few years ago, I wished I had a binder clip or clothespin to bind the gap of the hotel curtains because it is still very bright outside in the summer there until very late at night. Love your channel. I'm learning a lot of tips and hacks for our September Scotland/Ireland trip.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Travel hack: use the pants hanger to close the curtains.

[@juliekern6114]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie you are brilliant. That's why I watch you.

[@briannab5296]

​@@TravelTipsbyLaurie ... that's not always possible ... many hotels & motels have hangers that are attached to the clothes rod and can't be removed. . . A binder clip or two take up hardly any space in our bags and can be used for a multitude of other uses.

[@Linzi1947]

ALWAYS pack a few “clips” of some kind!! Hair clips, potato chip bag clips, xlarge paper clips … etc!!! You never know how handy something like that can be… takes up no room in bottom of your carry on!!!

[@donnar.1694]

Hi Laurie! I just want to thank you so much for all your wonderful videos. You have no idea how much you have helped me and my husband. We haven’t traveled in a very long time and we just got back from our vacation. Because of you, I learned so much and it helped me get through security with no problems and simple things like cleaning your seat back table. Thank you again. You are wonderful and so are your videos!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Wow, thank you!

[@donnar.1694]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie You’re welcome!!

[@gaiawolfwitch]

Thank you so much for this, it is so helpful. We are going away for the first time in two decades (added to which I am now disabled) and the thought of trying to remember what to pack - and then where to pack it and all the rules, my anxiety was running wild. But your videos are helping to demystify the who process. Many blessings x

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hope it is an ultimate list that you can refer to over and over again on many flights.

[@cyndimccurdy9365]

I love your Amazon finds, etc. Thanks so much for all your tips!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So glad!

[@wandrousvindella716]

Oh my....did you say throw away bacon grease 😶 I try to avoid the sun, but when I have wipes that have dried out I add sunscreen to the pack & saturate the wipes. That soap bag is the bomb ! LOVE IT for my shampoo bar. I have one of those and the double sun glass case on my list. Thank you Laurie for sharing your list. My goal is to get us somewhere on the planet this year ~ PLOT TWIST

[@jenharvey3397]

I thought the same thing - a TEXAS woman saying to throw away bacon grease?!?!?! Surely there's something you can cook with it on your vacation!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

And I threw away the foil lol!

[@wandrousvindella716]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie our Georgia peach "doing all the things"

[@donnadaniel5385]

I bought the sunglasses case and the crossbody bag. I love both!! I'm also going to purchase the compression cubes you recommend as well. Your channel is so fun and informative.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks so much for your support.

[@robinnapier3385]

Thanks to Laurie, I now use compression cubes. They are the best purchase I've ever made for travel. 😍

[@jenharvey3397]

I totally agree, I love watching your fun and uplifting videos! Those Tripped compression cubes are amazing, and I own a LOT put out by more famous companies. I have 2 solid colours and the travel themed set, and every time you feature them in one of your videos, I find myself fighting with myself - :You do NOT need to get the international sites set as well"!!!

[@Nantnell]

Love, love, love the compression cubes! Makes traveling with just a carryon so much easier. Thanks for the tip!!!

[@lynnleipold2617]

I used the compression cubes to pack in my carry on and I couldn’t lift the bag into the bin on the plane. Be careful of that if you’re older!

[@jenharvey3397]

WOW! That is one serious packing list!! "Weeks ahead of time" - I wonder how many people who don't travel often think of starting that early? One thing that is helpful is to always have a "just in case" motel bag in your vehicle, in the event that you should need to stay overnight somewhere unexpectedly. I have had to use mine on a number of occasions. That gives you at least a starting point when you are travelling somewhere on purpose. Another thing I like to do is have a complete hanging toiletries/first aid/ medical bag packed at all times, so that is one less thing to worry about when you start to pack for your trip. Although I have learned from you to break that up into smaller pouches for flying, if it is always there, I don't have to stress about it. I refill mine immediately after getting home from a trip, instead of waiting for the next time I plan to travel. You mentioned forgetting your reading glasses - if they are just over the counter readers instead of prescription, may I suggest two possible backups? (I have both, because I am entirely capable of leaving home with 3 pairs of reading glasses in my purse and vehicle and still standing in Trader Joes an hour later asking some stranger to tell me what the price on something is because I have managed to come into the store without any of them!) One is a small pair of folding reading glasses in a tiny pouch that clips on your key ring, the other is a very flat pair of folding glasses that slips into the inside pocket of my RFID wallet (the small travel one you link on several of your videos). Both available on Amazon (I'd include the link, but I don't think you like us doing that on your videos.) In addition to the bug spray and anti itch ointment, don't forget sting relief pads!

[@sallygarnaat4857]

I have to start my packing list weeks in advance so I can prune it down to a reasonable amount of clothes.😂

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I loved sharing the light for my coat zipper that you recommended.

[@cazgreene3055]

I agree re the just in case bag for the car (where I live we can get cut off from home by flooding rivers) and I also keep a toiletry bag packed with essentials ready to grab and go without stress, particularly as now I am a grandma there are times I need to drop everything to babysit.

[@donnamarasco8942]

Thanks for your videos. Am a huge fan of Tripped! Bought their zippered pouch for my cords, headphones, etc. , loved it so much I bought a second when they were running a sale. Also appreciate their compression packs. Great tips! Thanks Laurie!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is awesome!

[@JD-yn7hl]

Ok. I LOVE that I discovered this. I was traveling from our Yuma winter home to our WA home. I had purchased a shorter plastic bar s like roll up shower mat--- Amazon. I decided I wanted it for one of our WA showers. But!!!! Joy!!! I took it into each hotel room. It was such a comfort and peace of mind to not have my feet touch the hotel or motel bathtub or shower floor. Usually just an uncomfortable cringe. Plus more secure from slipping. Then you just stand it up, rinse it off, let it air dry or dry with the used towel, roll it up, put a hair elastic onto it and put into back seat with hotel room carry in essentials. Hardly any space needed to take. Also, ALWAYS. Night lights, extension cords and a small travel extension cord with usb capability. And a plug in with multiple plug in abilities. So many rooms have minimum, hard to get to plug ins.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I have never heard of this. Thank you!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Are you talking about this: amzn.to/3RQuF4u

[@debbieeurom8984]

Hi Laurie! Thanks for all the great tips! I have the black and white striped back pack and get compliments on it! The tripped compression bags are great. I also have the travelon cross body which has become my every day bag. Just ordered the level 8 textured in navy. Your channel is informative and fun!🎉🎉

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I love the textured green too. Glad you have been pleased with these travel items!

[@DorothyFayerweather]

Now that I'm retired I travel more and your comments are well cherished by me. I do some airplane travel and I also travel by car to visit family and friends. Your packing tips work well for car travel too!! Many thanks for helping me be less stressed!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I love that you are less stressed and able to travel after retirement! What a gift.

[@Plainandsimple25]

Thank you so much, such helpful tips! One thing I find helpful also is to always pack bin liners in case of travel sickness xx

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hope you have lots of trips and no sickness.

[@Plainandsimple25]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie thank you!

[@lorenadugan6355]

I ❤️❤️❤️ the Travelon in air technology bag in Neon. Hubby carries a larger Peak Design technology bag. He ❤️s it.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@arlenemunford5949]

Yikes! Came here to make sure I didn’t leave anything behind and wanting to pack the least amount of things possible. Last minute! Then I saw the figure 75 items! Ok! Now I’m just stressed even more.😳 But, seriously , your ideas are very helpful and appreciate all of your great ideas. Happy trails All! Travel safe 🧳

[@majilique]

The Gotoobs are great but pricey and I found these (Oursunshine Silicone Travel Bottles) instead on Amazon and used them for my January trip to Las Vegas. They didn't leak in the luggage and held up nicely the ten days I was there and the return flight home. They're air tight so they stay in the form of being squeezed until you remove the top from the bottle. I filled two each with my lotions, mouthwash, and body wash and used them up in the ten days I was in LV. Also I found them very easy to clean. ~db

[@deniseginn5478]

Are they on Amazon?

[@majilique]

@@deniseginn5478 Yes.

[@amikailua9504]

OMGosh ... I love the post it note tip for covering the many lights in a hotel room! GREAT TIP!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I love that hack!

[@deannas1515]

Laurie, if you buy unscented sunscreen such as Skinmedica , or Avene, you can use it for hand cream and face cream, it will protect you from the sun even when you aren't out in the sun. They come in small travel size containers, and you can use it every day.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks so much!

[@karinnemeth7349]

Your tips are great as usual ! If travelers are going on a River Cruise I would check to see if a curling iron or hot comb is allowed. We went on a viking cruise last fall and both items were not permitted as they were deemed fire hazards Thanks again for all of your great advice

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes, I wonder if they send rules for their ship before a river cruise too.

[@patcarter4607]

as always, great video, great tips, thanks so much for sharing your expertise! i had a surprise on my most recent trip that i thought i'd share. it was a first for me. i took my younger daughter to switzerland last month, and we flew swiss air's edelweiss business class. surprise...we were allowed TWO regular size carry-ons AND a personal item bag! has anyone else ever encountered that, and what airlines was it?

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

What?! I want to fly on them just for that!

[@lindseypaulson2941]

Your videos have been helpful for me for the last five years- THANK YOU!! You are my go-to when planning for trips now.

[@suryas6429]

Nice video. I am from India and a lot of travel gadgets may not be available here. I pack my bag as per a list which is based on what activity I do when i get up in the morning. Everything which are small in nature and one tends to forget can be noted down in an "Activity Based" list. For example, when I wake up, I wear my slippers , and go for bathroom chores. So I have to write down slippers, towel,shaving and brushing set. Then I dress up, and that means deo, after shave, and the like. It has helped me to include all small essentials. And as far as clothes are concerned, I tend to wear mix and match with available ones. Another problem in India is the laundry. Not all hotels have their own laundry services and even if they have, it is ridiculously expensive and takes 12 to 14 hours to deliver, since the service is outsourced.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is such a great tip to help you pack only the ones you need.

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Thanks for a very informative video. I, like you, like to organize and have everything in it's place while also looking very nice. 🌻🐕🥰

[@chrystaltuckness5298]

I am planning to test packing my puffer and rain jacket flat (in the bottom of my bag) vs in their associated bags - wondering if that might help with space …. ? Always baggies!! Always a length of duct tape and electrical tape around a golf pencil! I bought paint pots (craft store or Amazon) to use for everything from Vaseline to stain stick, solid perfume to tiger balm.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes, absolutely! The only thing with paint pots is something I just realized. I have mine almost full from 4 years ago. So only put a small amount of it in.

[@beckyev1965]

I love the idea of wrapping the tape around a golf pencil. I was wondering how I was going to take just a little bit of painter's tape from my big roll.

[@joeymichael3437]

thx you for all this tips im traveling & my flight leaves in 5 hous and im not going to sleep until im ready and have all my things pack new subscriber here keep up the great work

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

How did it go? Did you think of any tips to share?

[@jillpannill2578]

Oh my gosh Laurie! These tips are worth my weight in gold!!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I am so glad!!

[@orthodiva7487]

Laurie, love that color blue shirt on you. It’s one of my fav color to wear cuz I get a lot of comments on how it looks good on me.

[@zoedeterding9147]

Thanks Laurie!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hope it works!

[@cherryburk9029]

I have a couple of tips too. Q-tips and Plackers will fit in smallish empty pill bottles and can go right in the toes of your shoes and weigh nothing. For charging I use a “Charge Hub”. It’s an about the size of a hockey puck and is dual voltage so all you need is a plug adapter and it has a nice long cord. I have a couple and they range from 7 and 5 USB ports. If you use a USB-C plug you can get little adapters to use any of the ports on the Hub, most have only 1 USB-C port, I can charge my phone, watch, iPad, kindle, fan, and anything else, up to 7 devices, I need all at once without hauling every brick with me. I enjoy your channel and have used some of your tips.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks so much!

[@arletteboghoskhan8490]

I really enjoy your content, Laurie! Two ideas to add....An item I pack is an erasable pen so that I can correct any mistakes I make when filling out immigration sheets or anything. Also, when I travel to a country where I don't speak the language, I bring a sheet along with travel icons for different needs (e.g. bathroom, police, wifi password).

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh smart tips!!

[@MilouWeatherly]

I purchased the compression cubes and it is one of the best things for packing I have ever bought! Thank you so much. I am loving all your tips!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

We love that brand too. They are travelers so they know quality matters.

[@kris_tan]

Thanks for always putting out so much good content❤❤❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I really appreciate it. It takes about 11 hours to edit one video.

[@lamasbonita3679]

All-weather-pants, what a GREAT idea! Thank you 😊

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

They are versatile too.

[@michelleheslep8877]

I've packed an umbrella before, but never needed it, luckily. Recently discovered a rain hat that is my new favorite, hands free and wind won't turn it inside out. Easy to pack flat, but once again, luckily haven't needed it during my February vacations, but used it alot walking grandkids to the bus.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes! I love my LILYSILK one for travel.

[@whysosour935]

i legit have a flight in like 5 months and i’ve been watching videos and lists on how to pack light and organized + i will be traveling with just a carry on 😅😅 loved this video 🙌

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I'm so glad!

[@carolynknierim6848]

I think the restriction on cruise ships is for surge protected items. You need non-surge protected chargers and cords.

[@mla701]

I keep packing lists on my computer for every trip, I go to previous ones for help/control/ideas, as I update them after the trip. And I also type Word documents with ALL the data: flights, booking code and ticket number, hotels, adresses and booking ref, passports number and issue/exp date (including visas): whenever I need to fill any form, I copy from the paper. Plus I have control on the expiration date. All printed, all sent to the mail.

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

I keep all of my packing lists on my computer, too! For my 2 1/2-3 week trip this month, I started planning my packing list 3 or 4 months ago, pulling from previous years' trips to the same area during the same time of year. That trip is now only 2 weeks away, and I'm eternally grateful that I already had the lists - I love (almost) never having to start from scratch. And the updating after the trip of what I brought but didn't use (and why, if I can figure it out), and what I didn't bring but ended up needing - I've found that to be integral in paring down on future trips.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That's a great idea!

[@sarahjardin]

Absolutely blown away by all your tips and energy! 🤩 amazing woman!

[@janeS9773]

Congratulations on 200k subscribers!! Great video. XO

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yay yay! Hip hip hooray!

[@janeS9773]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie LOLOL xo

[@terryhutchings7701]

Taking my first trip to Europe next month. Never been on a long haul flight before. Omg, I would have forgotten so many things if it weren’t for your videos. Thank you!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So exciting! But the hard part is tapering what you really do not need based on the excursions and room in your bags. Have fun! Do not miss my jet lag video: bit.ly/LongFlightNOJetLag

[@Cheryl28100]

Another great video. I like the gotoobs as well, although mine are so old. I use them for shampoo and lotion. I've been using contact lens holders for night and day face creams. So far no leaks.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Ooh, I never thought about packing lotion in one of my gotoobs. Thanks!

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie That(or rather, the eagle creek equivalent)'s how I carry my lotion all the time (keep one on my nightstand, and one in my purse or backpack), so that I don't have to bring the big 16oz bottle that my lotion comes in everywhere. Extra perk: I don't have to repackage it when flying - the silicone stretches with the pressure changes, and I've never had them leak. Ever. 2oz of the lotion I use is more than enough for me for a 6-week trip to the Midwest for Christmas (6 weeks in the winter in the WY Rockies? not so much, at least for me - I go through it about 2-4 times faster at home as I do when visiting my parents, regardless of the time of year, because of the climate difference). If I do, for whatever reason, need to bring more than 2oz on a trip, I have a 3oz (the old style - the "double lock" ones are 3.4oz) GoToob that I can pack it in, as well as a 3oz version of my 2oz eagle creeks.

[@davidchambers44]

New subscriber, these are great tips! I'm glad I found this channel when I did. Its nice to have a comprehensive place for travel advice.

[@blogauthor3375]

I never had to remove my belt in precheck. Save space leave the jewelry and extra shoes. Guys have it so much easier. No makeup or hair stuff. I take a reusable grocery bag. Many places dont give out bags for any purchase

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Great tip!

[@ruthresetar5940]

I have watched many of your great videos, but I have not heard you mention inhalers. I always pack my inhaler in my liquids bag. In addition, Schick Women's Intuition Razors have a wide, disposable, detachable razor head with built in shaving product; just add water. The refills come with their own case, so no need to worry about blades. They are a little pricey, but totally worth it. I also recommend for young girl just learning to shave.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi Ruth. My son now takes an inhaler; they do not need to be taken out and can be packed anywhere. Safe, happy travels to you!

[@ruthresetar5940]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Great to know! Thanks!

[@babytiger42]

I “pack” my inhaler in the pocket of the long sleeve sweatshirt I wear to the airport. Then it goes in the bin with my iPad. Even though it doesn’t need to be taken out, if you fly enough, you’ll be pulled aside so they can check it. Sometimes on scans it can look like pepper spray. If it’s in the bin with my iPad, they can always tell exactly what it is.

[@thatlaserlady3899]

Currently packing for Lisbon and Madiera and it's my first time out of the country! I've been mentally preparing for 6 months and now that it's time to put the stuff in the bags...I'm shutting down. Lisbon for my bday, having engagement photos taken, going to a festival then 6 days hiking in madiera in several different temperatures including a freezing probably raining, sunrise hike... there's just too much of a variety of items needed for 10 days, so I'm stuck, oh, and 3 different airlines, so I have all the different weight and dimensions limitations dancing around my brian. 😭 Send help! 😅😅

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I bet so! But all worth it. Did you look at the pants I mentioned? I sized up one b/c they were the slim cut but love them especially over leggings for example. And they roll up if you want.

[@sherunswithscissors]

Pack light. Anything you forget you can buy when you get there. Have a wonderful time.

[@marilynkay831]

Pack items that can be layered...cami, t-shirt, long sleeved shirt, fleece, light rain coat, lined tights, unlined, knit pants, jeans, rain pants. Take on/off as needed. Merino wool clothing is great for travel, but pricey.

[@reallyrho1101]

Laurie I love your travel tips, always learn something new even as much as I fly!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I'm so glad!

[@pamelah2850]

I buy the sample sizes of my skin care routine, face wash, clarifying lotion and face lotion. They come in about 1oz packaging and last about 2 months.

[@summerlyric506]

I do the same! I pack spare plastic bags for wet swimsuits and a trash bag for dirty clothes in the hotel for laundry.

[@judywelday9387]

All great tips as usual. Have the bar soap bag on my list to purchase. Great idea to save space compared to the hard plastic holder.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It's top quality!

[@wendybp2867]

You will love it! @TravelTipsbyLaurie - so glad it’s working out for you.

[@laurab5889]

I ordered the lil Crossbody handbag u reco’d & I love it so much I’m getting several colors now! Thank you!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hope you like it! I feel the same way when I find a good bathing suit-order several lol.

[@rosemarieleroy5305]

Laurie, last trip I used the boom stick trio for my carry-on bag. The boom stick trio includes a blush lip, gloss, color, stick, a moisturizer, and a highlighter. These are all in solid form. I found it convenient and it didn’t take up much space. I love your videos keep it up girl.🎉

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks for sharing!! I need to look that up!

[@donnajohansson4105]

Thanks Laurie, I will print the list off for my daughter.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Wonderful!

[@RRavencraft]

A great packing hack I saw years ago that ultra lite people are moving towards in liu of all these bags which add up in weight and size is to buy sets of Silicone zip lock storage bags. I am shocked this has not caught on more. I have been using these exclusively for years and have one yet fail or puncture. I bought one set to try and WOW. I bought 5 sets under ten dollars each on Amazon on sale and not just for travel but their intended home use and for travel snacks. They come in set of 4 each snack, sandwhich, quart and gallon size. They are frosty clear so you can see through them. They are obviously water proof and hold water without leaking and can be frozen or hold boiling water, or put in boiling water. Dish washer safe. These bags were invented to replace Zip lock freezer bags to me so extremely more sturdy to last YEARS being thick silcone, more study then thick plastic and environmentally friendly. No zippers to break or other non waterproof or cheap materials to rip or degrade. These cover your liquids bag, personal care bag, brilliant for makeup, make up brushes, hair, nails, sanitary items, medications, medical kits, tech bags water proofing cords, memory cards, batteries, one as a waterproof phone bag, keeping all things compressed if you squeeze out the air and waterproof. I pack some clothes in mine. I can fit undeware in one, socks in another, a few bras in yet another a whole set of under garments for an emergency change of clothes, and they compress almost flat. I put my wet bathing shorts in top in one after a swim. The snack size is perfect for jewelry, keeping smaller silcone medication bags that you have all together, one for a bathroom bag to store soap sheets and wipes or add water dime towels for bathrooms with no supplies, one for storing spare cash and credit cards and copies of ID, the sandwhich is great for all your paperwork- passport, tickets, key cards and maps. Being Silicone they slip in and out of pack or suitcase pockets so easily. You can put a travel light in one and use it as a light defuse because it's frosty, like the NU25 headlamp I mentioned in my other post. I have one for my emergency radio. I keep my laundry sheets in one so the smell does not overpower my clothes... on and on. The amount of organization is insane and if TSA rips through your bag everything is on display.

[@Mysterygirl6139]

Love your videos! So fun and informative!! Thank you!! I am from Houston and heading to Italy next week and you’ve helped so much!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Have a magical trip!

[@doxtraxstudios1408]

Hi Laurie, your travel tips are always so helpful. One question regarding the pill organizer ... I thought when you travelled to another country that they wanted all prescribed medications to be in their original bottles. Travelling to Europe for instance. ??

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi! I would pack prescriptions in their container or if your pharmacist can put them in a foil plasty with a small label? I would think Europe is like here and can be packed anywhere.

[@birdee18]

When I went to Europe earlier this month, my pharmacist gave me small bottles with my prescription labels on them so I didn’t have to travel with bulky bottles. I did take a daily pill case and sorted my meds when I reached my destination.

[@doxtraxstudios1408]

@@birdee18 Thanks! Great idea!

[@doxtraxstudios1408]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Thanks for your quick reply, Laurie. I have another question and it seems like an odd one but I've never tried this before. I would like to bring a cross-body bag for our daily outings but can I put that filled bag inside a straw tote (which I'd also like to have with me) and it will still be considered one "personal bag"? It will fit under the seat even with my crossbody inside it. Thanks again from a Canadian follower!

[@marilyncausey9348]

​@@doxtraxstudios1408Hi! I've done the bag-in-a-bag thing several times and never had a problem in security. I usually take an evening bag and foldable backpack inside my personal item bag. I leave the backpack folded, but I use the evening bag as a wallet. I hope this helps. Happy travels!

[@nativetexan6628]

I do always have "Bug-x" wipes on hand. Living in the Galveston Bay area, I always have them in my purse, on the boat, in my beach bag! It is a necessity, especially for guests who are not usdd to the mosquito threat. 😂

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I just bought some after bite. Thanks for the rec! They’re out majorly up here in Spring!

[@lovelysky1551]

Would love to know where u got the blue top! ❤️🥰

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi, ooh I will add it: liketk.it/4bdfU

[@lovelysky1551]

Thank u Laurie🥰

[@Ruth-s3i5r]

I haven’t flown for quite a few years and through your videos have learned quite a bit that is new, especially for taking prescriptions. Thank you. I do wonder if there is anything in particular you recommend I do as I have had knee replacement in both knees and always set off security alarms. Thanks. (I’ve subscribed and now binge watching your videos.)

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hi and thanks! I would just tell the officers.

[@deborahconkle6822]

Printed your packing list! Thank you Laurie. I don’t know how I missed commenting on this video❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hope you like it!

[@dianacruz4579]

I go to the pharmacy and ask for my prescription labels and take only the amount needed for my vacation and a couple days more. I put them in small zip lock baggies.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I love that hack; sometimes pharmacies have said no to my viewers.

[@marthastrogen9001]

Love your videos! I like Ben’s insect repellent wipes the best. Walgreens usually has them in the seasonal items aisle.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Good to know!

[@carolynyoungatheart]

As always, Laurie, such great tips!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you for watching!