Answering your travel and luggage questions + more | my answers might SHOCK you!

[@cs-yq5ed]

You two are awesome. Looking forward to hearing about your trip to Ireland. Your high school pics are the best. You two are too cute! Brian is a smart man to strike while the fire is hot. Good job, Brian! I would love to grow on a group trip with you, Lauren.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thanks so much!

[@brendakerr9064]

Great interview! Fyi Totally agree about business class ( would rather spend $$$ on other things)and airbnb (unregulated.. could be good or terrible. No longer a good deal.Just stay in a hotel)

[@lisahalamka9717]

That was great! I think the same way you do in regards to traveling to other countries now and saving the US for when I'm older. I tell people that ask me - I can fly to another country for the same price as flying somewhere here! Lauren, I would watch any travel blogs you want to make! Seeing other places ahead of my own travels is so helpful!

[@robingoong6775]

please show more of your travels!

[@lisaellis7137]

Love the packing zoom idea. Cause lord knows I need help sometimes. Here’s a question. It’s kind of personal . But I have to ask- as a fellow regular person- how do you afford all of these extravagant trips on a hairdressers/ teachers salary? Can you give savings or trips on a budget tips? That would be really helpful. Thanx!

[@alliepettola3808]

I’m curious about this too

[@lisaellis7137]

@@alliepettola3808 looks like she responded below. Someone else asked a similar question .

[@aidyhc7899]

I am in for the group travel!

[@paddyanne2024]

I'd love to hear more about your travels, especially since they are mostly "solo" (sorry Brian!). As a new widower, I want to travel, but it will be just me, perhaps joining some tours and taking a few days on my own at the beginning or end of trip. Any help with tips for planning, safety etc., would be appreciated! Thank you.

[@ItsTheKellys]

I’m sorry for your loss. A “solo” group trip is a great way to travel solo for the first time. Navigating the airport and not having familiar faces is a good first step, but making new friends on a tour. I’m doing a tour like that this year! I do have a solo Q&A video too!

[@MLanding]

OMG. We are scuba divers and travel with 3 bags of gear. I can’t wait to see how you do that carry on! Haha

[@ItsTheKellys]

I’m not sure I see myself investing in gear to have to bring my own. I can picture myself moreso doing a 1 day thing or a liveaboard like I did before where everything is provided. As a brand new diver, may I ask why you prefer your own gear?

[@bronwynquinn4477]

Oh you two are gorgeous! What a wonderful video! Thank you!

[@lovestodive1879]

Loved this, I've said it before but ya'll are so cute. Enjoy learning to dive. My advise - relax and enjoy it. The first time there is a lot to take in and learn and it can be overwhelming and a lot of people decide they hate it. Give it a chance. I knew the first time I dropped down into the ocean that this was for me. It was less than great conditions - in West Palm Beach Florida with 5 to 6 foot seas, a ripping current and I was proving you can throw up in your regulator. Despite all that, I loved it from the very first.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Oh my goodness- day 1 I was struggling and almost wanted to quit. It was the mask flooding and clearing and removal. I had such a bad time and difficulty breathing with only my mouth. But I rocked it on day 2, and today is my first boat dive!

[@KenshoQuest]

Love the vintage luggage idea! I had a vintage turquoise suitcase as a kid that I wish I had kept. I would love to have it now. Even though it was probably super heavy. 🌺Heidi

[@ItsTheKellys]

It would be interesting for sure! :)

[@sarapdx]

Love all of this! Advice about dress & cover. I wonder if it would be easier for you to get a light abaya to put on over your clothes rather than adapting all of your clothing. Just a thought! It’s very common to do that here in Qatar. Regarding scarves - look at Vela scarves. They are very light and can easily then be neck scarf or shawl and they roll super small. Happy to help you - or any subscriber! - with modest clothing for travelers. 🙏🏻❤️

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you so much for this! I’m already on the trip as I type this and my packing video for it will be out soon. It was hard for me to find a “plus size” abaya online because most of them were “one size” which did not fit me and I had to return them. I did end up doing a lot of flowy pants and short sleeve tees with some flowy kimono/open abayas. Hoping it will work well! ❤️ I’ve been some beautiful scarves and abayas in the airports and I can’t wait to shop too

[@sarapdx]

If you ever come to Qatar or Saudi (moving there later this year!) - or anyone else - I would suggest using a tailor! Perfect size and not more expensive. Yes the sizing online is funky. Sounds amazing already! Can’t wait to watch. ❤️

[@greenvillegirl]

Thank you, Brian!!!!! I love the channel and watching Lauren's reviews and tips. :)

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you!

[@marichkalukavetska5673]

Please, do some travel vlogs! It will be so interesting!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Will do!

[@Moonie787]

Awww I love your love story, Lauren - gives me hope ❤

[@svennika]

So looking forward to more vlogs, LOVED your older videos! Packing videos rock obvs, and reviews are cool, but the packing and travel vlogs are my personal favorite!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Aw thank you! That makes me happy :)

[@102810281028nl]

This was the best video yet. I really enjoyed it. Loved all the questions and answers. The chemistry for you guys is so good. ❤

[@ItsTheKellys]

Aw thank you! We were afraid no one would watch it haha

[@102810281028nl]

@@ItsTheKellys I always try to watch vidoes

[@iahorvath]

Great vlog! Loved your question and answers. You guys are really cute together. Lángos (pronounced lángosh) is wonderful indeed. I’m Hungarian and I can attest to the fact that lángosh is the best snack ever!

[@ItsTheKellys]

We crave it all the time!

[@romeleon3286]

You guys are Awesome ❤ can’t wait to see more of Its The Kelly’s and would love group tours it would be amazing. Looking forward to see more of your trip content 🎉❤ many blessings for 2024

[@christinacook9320]

That was great. You guys are so cute together! I volunteer for the group trip.🙋‍♀️

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you! The group trip is scheduled and we have a few spots left! It’s Oman in February 2025! Desert, beach, mountains. And more! Please email me [e-mail] or DM me on Instagram and I’ll send the info!

[@daylasimeone336]

You guys are too cute. I don't travel anywhere near as much as Lauren. But my husband and I are the same as you and Brian...I like to travel and don't mind going by myself and my husband could live without travel. Great video!

[@humeston258]

Adorable!

[@mrsthicke]

Yasss! We want more travel vlogs, Queen. Love u both. ❤🎉

[@ItsTheKellys]

Aw thank you!

[@valerieramrattan]

Love this video! Especially the Q&A with Brian joining in and categories 😊

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you! Hoping to do one live next time :)

[@sheilajose6222]

If you can talk about the financial cost of traveling and how you can afford to travel multiple times internationally in one year. I went to my first European country last year and it still feels like I haven’t recovered financially from it. Some tips would be helpful! Love your videos btw. ❤

[@ItsTheKellys]

I’m never recovered financially lol. I always have some sort of travel bill coming up! My best tip is finding everything as far in advance as possible and stick to a budget. I try to book with miles and points when I can, but I still pay for about 80% of my flights. I’m not that good of a travel hacker. My international flights are usually 300-800, and I refuse to pay more than that. I try to look on going or Scott’s cheap flights, but they are usually too “last minute” for me and I do my flights on Skyscanner. My hotels are usually as budget as budget can be, without being dirty and dangerous. I book exclusively on Expedia, and rack up points on there for free stays, and upgrades. I also use Rakuten to book there, to get cash back that way too. Where I spend the most money is tours probably. I’m not a huge foodie, and try to have one big meal a day on the road, and other little stops with food along the way (bakeries, food stands, etc) But I also really limit myself at home as much as I can. For the longest time, when I was a single mom, I sacrificed a lot of things to be able to travel. No cable, I didn’t have Internet for a while, and I thrifted a lot of my belongings.

[@jaymyers5605]

Great looking forward to seeing your travel tips while your on travel.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you!

[@staceybreeze9927]

you 2 are great !! yes please share your travels and group trips YES !

[@kimmarkowitz7759]

You two are a riot! Have you thought about starting a side gig helping people pack for their trips via zoom?

[@missmayflower]

She literally said that in the video.

[@kimmarkowitz7759]

I saw that after my comment😳

[@ItsTheKellys]

You’re local to me, right Kim? We can do a packing intervention face to face!

[@lyricneeder]

Y'all are so cute, I love it! What travel tips have you learned along the way as far as what the rules are on different cruises, airlines and hotels?... how do the amenities differ... where did you find is the best bang for your buck?

[@annazanki7760]

Great video! Can’t wait to see the vacation vlogs.

[@Springermom2]

What a sweet couple you are! Love your reviews, Lauren, & loved this video!!! Happy travels!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you!!

[@pookyevildoer]

Love this!

[@sue6083]

Thanks guys, great video! Look forward to seeing more of your travels plus packing interventions!👍🏻

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you! I just need more local people willing to do interventions!

[@Peggy-Kay]

This was so fun!!! And I am really looking forward to your travel videos!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Yay! Thank you!

[@tsgt2007]

You guys are awesome. I have a question. What is your all time favorite pro carry on bag?

[@ItsTheKellys]

If you mean Pro based on an outside pocket, I’d probably have to say the Level 8 Roadrunner. It is the most spacious. However, a spacious outer pocket can also make the bag deeper, flagging it on some airlines.

[@tsgt2007]

Ok I understand. Thank you for your valuable feedback.

[@susandiekmann]

You two are so entertaining and fun! Loved this Q&A, and even though I'd love to see much more of your travels, I would miss seeing you as a normal person with a job and family. Those high school pictures are super cute!! Since you mentioned that you travel more abroad (and such a great answer to "why"), what HAVE you seen of the US and what has been a favorite?

[@ItsTheKellys]

I’ve done the entire east coast, Louisiana, Texas, Utah and California. Tennessee. Hawaii. My favorite is definitely New Orleans, and even considered moving there for a little while. I would love to do the national parks, every other state, and definitely Alaska

[@plramirez2449]

love this ❤love you guys😂 and yes- I have a travel challenge project intervention for you Lauren eventually if you run out of ideas!

[@thesnoopydance645]

Great video ! You are wise to travel internationally while you are still young !! It's good to see Brian again. Wishing you safe and happy travels for 2024 !!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thanks! 😃

[@nevithaSathianandan]

good job guys.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you! ♥️

[@thecleaningteacher638]

Brian is a great host!

[@journeytoabetteru]

Great video and Thank You to your hubby for making you start the channel! I just purchased an OG Beis carry on ( I usually fly Southwest unless my company is paying for my travel) I’m turning 50 this month and want to do some international trips so I know I will need a smaller carryon, would you recommend the smaller Beis or another line for a carryon? Oh and I also got the Nomad lane Bento for my work trips( I have a 16 inch laptop- a lot of other bags only have room for a 15) thanks to your review and used your code

[@ItsTheKellys]

Sounds like you have some great stuff already, awesome! Glad I could help! For international travel, you could go with the smaller Beis, but it is still smaller than most international requirements and heavier than I would prefer. Currently my favorite is the Quince carry on! It’s under 6 pounds, doesn’t have a scratch on it, and has worked well! It’s also very inexpensive! I have a few Quince videos if you want to see. (Expandable and regular!)

[@superpoodlehead]

How was India? Where did you go? How long did you stay? I live and travel in India on rotation according to my long term visa. Just want to hear your perspective❤❤❤

[@pinknbling9532]

Oh my goodness I enjoyed this video so much!! I love all your ideas and man oh man I’d love to do a group travel with you guys!! I’m a nurse and a hairstylist and I think you guys are amazing and so much fun!! Cheers and love to Canada 🇨🇦

[@ItsTheKellys]

Aw thank you!

[@dotted8-]

Since you travel frequently, how many times have you gotten the SSSS on your boarding pass?

[@ItsTheKellys]

Just once in my life! In Guyana

[@phyllisshocket7663]

Loved this video! Thanks to both of you!

[@jasminebounds]

Hi , question here. Not sure if you have already done a video on this. But have you packed a luggage or a purse for festivals/concerts ? Just curious to see how you would pack for that. Like what would you feel is needed for festivals/concerts and what you think is not necessary .

[@ItsTheKellys]

I have not… like packing a bag to travel to a festival? To be honest, I have never been to one. So I will definitely need everybody’s guidance. I try to really pack for experiences that I have done.

[@jasminebounds]

Yes. I was just curious if you have done that. Some people like myself go to concerts/festivals, bringing a lot of things . Some are necessary and some that's not really needed that take up space. So I was just wondering if you have experience with that yet. I know with concerts I tend to overpack my stadium purse and never use half of the things. Guess I pack the purse overthinking it. Not using much of anything. A panic , just in case packer . So I have trouble packing my luggage because it's just full of stuff. Including bringing clothes that's not needed.

[@ItsTheKellys]

@jasminebounds4472 well, let’s think about it. For a concert with a small purse, all you really need is your phone, a small wallet, and maybe a lipstick touch up, or car keys/hotel keys. That’s really it. If traveling for the concert, have the outfit you want, and maybe a backup one. Otherwise do the usual capsule wardrobe like my normal packing videos :) Hope that helps a bit. Just imagine yourself in the situation, realistically, and pack what you need.

[@jasminebounds]

​@ItsTheKellys thank you again for bringing it right back to being realistic.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Do you have more questions? Ask them below

[@juliehouser9361]

Love the video

[@WestiBrazell1950]

Fun video!

[@lorihunt2503]

Hi! Best rolling kids personal item for spirit? Rolling backpacks welcome. You have an in with manufacturers, you could ask for kids pattern with a trolley sleeve and bottle holder please! There needs to be better kids options. None with multi position handle for stacking luggage and adding 2nd bag. We should design something!!! Surprised it hasnt been done yet! Any ideas?

[@ItsTheKellys]

Personal item, like packing them ONLY in a personal item, and hacking it? Take off luggage for sure. I actually did a kids packing video featuring them, and a backpack would fit on top if needed, however then it’s not hacking it and it’s a carry on/personal item. I know that my son constantly changed what he liked and if there were character prints, or prints of something he liked, and then he “got over it”, as kids do, he wouldn’t want to use it again. I’d just let them pick a color they like, and then can grow with it. How to pack kids for vacation | Take Off Luggage kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5iqd5-ghdVqZq8

[@lorihunt2503]

@@ItsTheKellys thank you for the reply and yes. I had takeoff but no trolley sleeve, kids are over rolling even after abit. I agree about characters. Found 1 with a cupholder like takeoff. Ill report back if its any good. We should design something and get rich! Lol

[@janeevans9382]

Hi!! I have a Solgaard carry-on I bought on impulse and failed to return. Didn't see a way to contact you on your website. Lmk if you would like to coordinate and I'll send it to you. 😊

[@ItsTheKellys]

Jane, OMG really? That would be incredible. Please email me [e-mail] and we can chat a bit.

[@tmkrueger]

Loved it, so fun!!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nevithaSathianandan]

in the middle east are very strict u must cover everything.

[@ItsTheKellys]

I posted a packing and unpacking video for that trip! I actually didn't find it that strict at all, even in Saudi.

[@jennibabcock]

Just purchased a Nomad Lane Bento bag, I"m returning a Travel Pro Max lite 5. Tried my Max lite 5 this weekend and the trolly sleeve isn't functional for me.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Interesting! You will love the bento 🥰

[@carolbialy5920]

Have you ever extended your stay after you bought a round trip ticket? Was it expensive and/or complicated?

[@ItsTheKellys]

The only time I ever “extended my stay” was when I lost my passport and couldn’t fly home at my scheduled time. I had to pay for a different one way flight home once the situation was fixed. Changing your flight may just depend on the airline, but I would assume you would have to pay the difference.

[@erinmullen876]

Hello, have you used or reviewed any of the MZ Wallace travel bags?

[@ItsTheKellys]

I have not! I’ll have to check them out when I’m not on bad airport wifi

[@erinmullen876]

I just ordered my first travel bag from them called The Travel Jim, I'm excited to get it and try it out! Safe travels!

[@ItsTheKellys]

@erinmullen876 let me know how you like it!

[@erinmullen876]

@@ItsTheKellys sure thing!

[@james22939]

You’re the best

[@indyglemaud8502]

Hi Lauren! It’s a little harsh to say that Solagaard luggage is not worth it. My sister in law loves her original limited edition earth and moon. I travel with her with my Monos and I love my luggage as much as she loves her Sologard. Like you I don’t care for their closet system; I have a Tropicfeel which uses the same type of compression. I just don’t have the patience or I do it wrong. I still use my packing cubes either way;But I see my sister in law used her luggage over and over for years with no issues & still room in suitcase and usually packed more than me! they look fabulous and they’re zipless. Well, I prefer my Monos and BÉIS because of their compression…

[@ItsTheKellys]

It’s just my personal opinion. I have tried “shelves” in luggage before and I think it’s just a gimmick that excites people, and more often than not, they realize they can pack better the old fashioned way. (Coming from people I’ve talked to) It was just answering a question with my own opinion, and I get asked about it several times a day, which is why I put it in the video.

[@indyglemaud8502]

@@ItsTheKellys i appreciate your candor. My sister in law did not ! Hahaha… well, thank you anyway for your thorough reviews. I just wanted to let you know how she feels.

[@ItsTheKellys]

@indyglemaud8502 😂😂 you can’t tell her! Maybe I’ll end up liking it one day. You never know!

[@SpatchG]

You're coming to New Zealand! Cool! Hit me up if you have any questions.

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you! I’m diving with great whites down on the bottom of the South Island, and then road-tripping to explore a bit for the rest of the week :)

[@Moonie787]

Yay ❤❤❤

[@susandiekmann]

I have a second question - How do you get comfortable enough to sleep on long haul flights??

[@ItsTheKellys]

I take a NuStrips or zzz quil as I’m boarding, get a window seat, get the airline pillow, put on some sleep sounds or a boring podcast, and try very very hard. 😂

[@sabrinalavdisarnold825]

You mention being plus sized (although you look average to me.) Do you run into issues on excursions having weight limits?

[@ItsTheKellys]

Absolutely. There are lots of things I’ve wanted to do and haven’t been able to due to weight limit, unfortunately. Luckily recently I’ve been able to bungee jump and go in helicopters, but it was close. Paragliding is one I would love to do, but can’t

[@sabrinalavdisarnold825]

Yeah, I saw the bungee jump video and wondered if they were funny about it. I’ve been able to horseback ride in the States but was close to the weight limit.

[@shazk7279]

Lauren, where are you going to in Australia? Let me know if you need some ideas.

[@ItsTheKellys]

I’m going to do another liveaboard in Cairns now that I’m scuba certified:)

[@amyburri4280]

You guys are cute!

[@ItsTheKellys]

Thank you!

[@plramirez2449]

what is the least/ most expensive you've ever spent for a trip?

[@ItsTheKellys]

My PNG trip (country 100) is over 4000 just for the tour, plus flights. Antarctica was about 6000, plus flights. I’d have to think about the least. Maybe Fiji or a few spots in South America.

[@esseyjourlney-qx2uj]

You both should be beautiful

[@dotted8-]

Hopefully your trip to Papau NG is not over the next 2 weeks with that new state of emergency declaration now in effect…

[@ItsTheKellys]

Not til September

[@csteppe04]

hi i'm first

[@esseyjourlney-qx2uj]

She's happy he's not happy

[@ItsTheKellys]

He’s happy, he’s just not used to being on camera haha

[@jacquej8848]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this y’all had me cracking up with “RIP Drone” 🤣🫠🤣. Lauren you mentioned not liking all inclusive stays. May I ask why/what’s your experience been like? I would totally watch travel videos especially since I feel that you would be able to relate more with folks like myself with full time work 😅. I would love to travel more. By the way, I’m so excited because have plans with family this year to visit Vietnam 😊

[@ItsTheKellys]

Ooh I can’t wait to hear how you like Vietnam! I don’t love all inclusives (and when I talk about those I mean like Cancun/punta Cana typical American vacation) because they are very overpriced, generally are Americanized with no culture, and people never really leave the resort to actually see the country they are in. I once had someone say that their favorite food in Mexico was the “hibachi grill at their resort” …………

[@jacquej8848]

@@ItsTheKellys I see, that makes perfect sense! Definitely overpriced and have to agree it’s sad not to experience the culture of place visiting. I will keep you posted once I visit Thailand how it was 🤗❤️💞