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[@NoraDunn]

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[@susieguille1901]

3rd disadvantage to rolling - Carry-on bags - It will take longer to re-pack your bag if it gets stopped by airport security for something inside to be examined and possibly tested. If you are in a hurry, that bag won't be packed as neatly as when you left your house/hotel to catch the flight because you will be rushed getting everything back in. Also, I roll my clothes that are in packing cubes. That makes it easier to find the shirt or whatever I want without dismantling a stack.

[@NoraDunn]

True. I tend to be particular about packing everything up, but if security goes through it, so I dread it when security wants to go through it!

[@gayehunter-gornall9628]

I roll and put in packing cubes. Mine are compression packing cubes. Love them. Been using them for years.

[@Copolia]

Since discovering packing cubes, I am never without them. They are useful in so many ways; I use them to not just organise items in my suitcases, but also in hand luggage and in drawers at my destination. I use compression cubes to organise spare outfits that I keep in my hand luggage in case of an emergency.

[@NoraDunn]

Nice! Thanks for sharing!

[@TammyPerry]

I've been saved by packing cubes when my luggage doesn't quite fit in the overhead bin. I just remove one of the packing cubes and put it in the bin separately, Also very helpful when looking for something mid-flight, or in the airport, as you can remove one cube at a time to look. :)

[@NoraDunn]

Totally! Great tip, Tammy! (And great to hear from you too 😊)

[@DNB50CoLIVEwork]

Let's Roll WITH Packing Cubes, haha! I love my compression cubes; however I still roll to fill small spaces. Great info as always Nora, thanks!

[@NoraDunn]

Yes!!! Best of both worlds!

[@kathypeiffer3103]

The world is not black and white. I also roll and place in cubes for organization.

[@Silverstar925]

Packing cubes and I lay everything flat. I find I'm able to get 10-12 outfits by laying everything as flat as possible to fit the size of the cube (as big as one side of my carry-on luggage). I pack a second cube for dirty clothes and I lay those flat as well, so everything fits when it's time to go home. This method reduces wrinkles. The other half of my bag contains my shoes, steamer, purse, underwear and bathing suits. My personal bag contains toiletries, meds, masks, clorox wipes for plane and hotel, snacks, gum/mints, hand sanitizer and makeup (lip gloss, mascara, brow pencil, cream blush, cream shadow and brush).

[@NoraDunn]

I waver between packing things flat in cubes and rolling things that go into cubes. Not sure which is better. Perhaps fodder for another packing experiment video?? 😁

[@aoefeable]

I agree if you’re going to use cubes they need to be compression! On a recent trip I used packing cubes and Marie Kondo’s folding technique and was successfully able to pack and easily see what was in the cubes. I’ve been packing and unpacking to see what I can fit for a month long trip to Europe with carry-on only, so I greatly appreciate your packing videos. Thank you! PS - you’re much younger than my 60 years, so I don’t hear parent when you reference your travel history. 😂😊

[@NoraDunn]

Interesting that you use Marie Kondo folding plus compression packing cubes! Does this mean when items come out of your luggage they're not wrinkled?

[@aoefeable]

@@NoraDunn I tend to pack a lot into a compression cube, where the folds are made there are small creases, probably because it’s so tightly packed.

[@NoraDunn]

@@aoefeable - Ok that's what I thought would happen. I think it's impossible to avoid! This is why wrinkle-free materials are extra important. :-)

[@aoefeable]

@@NoraDunn 100%

[@pamalojo]

I'm a novice traveller and am planning a three-week trip to the UK next summer and was wondering if carry-on plus a personal Pacsafe LS200 crossbody bag would be enough. I'm going to try your packing/unpacking experiment - thanks for the tip!

[@marcellef8302]

I bought packing cubes to use on my trip to Europe this summer. I think they are more for organizing than they are for space-saving. Also, you could always roll your garments in the packing cubes 🙂

[@NoraDunn]

Yes! In fact, you may notice I rolled my clothes to go in the packing cubes in this video!

[@JacyJ1]

Instead of packing cubes, I use plastic bags to separately organize rolled up things for sleep, gym,swim etc. undies,socks. I take a drawstring bag for the pool. I also bring a fork plastic takeout container for leftovers to eat later.

[@NoraDunn]

Great way to reuse plastic bags!

[@christinedigioia957]

Packing cubes! And Compression cubes!!

[@dawn4224]

I like packing cubes. Even visiting family, there often is zero closet space so we easily use packing cubes for organization. He has his and I have mine. Plus a couple of time our checked luggage arrived busted open. Packing cubes mean that I am less likely to lose items. I do fill spaces between cubes with a few rolled items. I often place fragile items in the packing cube with my clothes. So many options!

[@NoraDunn]

Nice one! Thanks Dawn

[@chami5609]

By far one of the best videos on packing comparisons I’ve watched. Thank you.

[@NoraDunn]

Wow! Thank you - you made my week.

[@ElizabethLopez-ve6lq]

I like to use packing cubes because everything is more organized and you know where things are. Also, when you get to your destination, those clothes you don’t hang can stay in the packing cubes in a drawer.

[@NoraDunn]

Totally!

[@fixerofthings]

I usually travel with some sort of backpack that doesn't lay completely open like the suitcase in the video. Switching to packing cubes was a game changer in staying organized and being able to pull something out of the pack without almost a complete repack.

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks for sharing!

[@beachmom19]

Love my compression packing cubes.

[@jbowerdel]

loved the last idea of packing cubes to go and if decide not to use during or going home just lay flat in bottom of case and put stuff over them. i personally only use packing cubes if going to be in one location for several days-if moving around frequently don't unpack and live out of open suitcase so just roll. put shoes in shower caps or grocery bags to cover. love your videos!!

[@NoraDunn]

Interesting that you only use packing cubes when you’re staying somewhere for a few days!

[@Keith_Aerotrunk]

Hi Nora! As someone who loves to travel, I've always wondered which one is better - packing cubes or rolling clothes? I'm excited to watch this video and find out once and for all! Great tips and tricks shared in this video. Very helpful for my next trip. Always love your content.

[@terrilowe3530]

Packing cubes! I love that I can pull a top out to wear and put it neatly back in at the end of the day. Then select something else for the next day. Just stays so neat. My big trips are usually 1 or 2 weeks in England and Scotland, or visiting family in the Northwest US. I don’t use compression cubes, keeping my suitcase light!

[@jeanettesutherland863]

Compression packing cubes are great. I have travelled to Europe twice last year (1 month each time) and just returned from 5 weeks in Mexico, all using a carry-on . This has worked beautifully for me, less to lug around and great organization, easy to find what I am looking for. Thanks for doing the comparison.

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks for sharing!

[@fizzypop1249]

Amazing that you travelled for so long with just a. Seri on. That’s impressive. From someone who takes everything except the kitchen sink 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@mauricemosley8380]

I like the packing cubes. This is the first time I’ve heard of compression packing cubes.

[@NoraDunn]

Ooh they're game-changers!

[@BestYouEverFitness]

Packing Cubes!!! I just love the organization (provided I remember what when into which cube 🙄). I have actually tried rolling what I put into each cube and that has actually worked out well sometimes. I can't say that combo is the best solution, though. I think you're absolutely right about which method works best....it depends. Lol thanks for the tips!

[@NoraDunn]

Hey Dawna! I also tend to roll what I put into packing cubes. It’s a bit faster than folding I think.

[@boda.t]

Always helpful!

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks Boda!

[@perlaledesma5142]

Packing cubes for me!

[@nonnasstitchingloungewithr7281]

I use the big Space Saver - Ziploc type of bags that you can suck the air out of with a portable pump. I pack different type of items in each bag. You can't believe how much you can stuff in a carry on!

[@NoraDunn]

I've had mixed results with the space saver bags. One of the problems I have is if I fill my luggage with super-compressed stuff like this, it ends up being a lot heavier! Have you had this issue?

[@nonnasstitchingloungewithr7281]

@@NoraDunn yes. You have to keep a watch on the weight for sure. They are great on carry on luggage and we use a hand held scale.

[@a.rivera4080]

Hello Nora, thank you for the tips. I usually roll my clothes and also use cubes 😀 Happy travels 😄

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks for sharing! Glad my video was helpful.

[@patkawakami3658]

I just got some compressible cubes and I am practicing! Agreed, not sure if I really save space but I feel sooooo organized! Love the tip about the jackets, as one took up almost half a smaller cube… 🤔 That just didn’t make sense. Thanks for the tips!

[@NoraDunn]

I’m glad the jacket tip helped! And yay for feeling organized!

[@bevtrue6937]

Great video.

[@anthonymaster6160]

I use Eagle Creek brand, ripstop parachute fabric, compression cubes in different sizes. Just like you have demonstrated in this video, I use rolling technique and packing cubes. I find it to be very organized and you can pack more too.

[@NoraDunn]

Eagle Creek makes great packing cubes! love that material.

[@ameliaerin1544]

@@NoraDunn I believe they are no longer in business.

[@NoraDunn]

@@ameliaerin1544 They're still around! But I believe they changed hands a few years ago.

[@larearome-hopkins6416]

Packing Cubes!!

[@llwil2003]

I say yes to packing cubes! One for underwear, one for socks and bras, one for pjs, one for outerwear. I mark each one with a taped on label.

[@NoraDunn]

NIce one! Good tip to label the packing cubes.

[@TheRecon1a]

I roll most of my stuff in packing cubes. Except when I have a suit but that goes in a xl packing cube and into my carry on

[@NoraDunn]

Do you wear your suit jacket on travel days, or do manage to fold it so it doesn’t get creased?

[@marvawiebe4364]

I love packing cubes for ease of finding what I want at my destination and keeping everything neat if security needs to search my bag. However, I do like to either roll or fold KonMari style the clothes before they go into the packing cubes, again for ease of finding what I want. I don't use compression packing cubes because they encourage me to take more than I need and are also heavier when compressed so I might be inclined to go over my weight limit. I like your idea of jettisoning the packing cubes on the way home and using the dirty clothes to cushion my souvenirs. :D

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks Marva!

[@dr.d723]

Both. Cubes, rolling, flat folding, whatever works. I also use Eagle Creek "envelopes" which I prefer if II need to keep clothes wrinkle free. Generally, I will use cubes or envelopes at the start, then roll coming home. But in both cases, I also flat fold a lot of my more bulky items. I rarely use stuff sacks for down jackets, but flat fold on top just before closing. I remember a time when TSA picked me for a random check and needed to look into my carry on. His response was he had never seen a more organized and carefully packed bag like mine before.

[@NoraDunn]

Ha! How are the Eagle Creek envelopes to use? Are they finicky? Does using them take up more space? And do they legitimately keep clothes wrinkle-free?

[@dr.d723]

@@NoraDunn Thanks for asking. I have several in different sizes and I like them alot. The key is to use the folding mat to carefully fold your clothes and put them in the envelope. And yes, my ironed shirts stay crisp and wrinkle-free if I fold carefully. Like cubes and compression cubes, they have their place among the packing accessories. Because I travel so much, I do focus on careful packing outbound and not as much inbound.

[@NoraDunn]

@@dr.d723 Thanks for letting me know! I may give them a try at some point.

[@chrisguevara]

If your filling your luggage to the point where is no space...you are over packing!!! I use a combo of rolling and packing cubes. Since I have more time to pack before the trip, my packing looks amazing. However, on the way home...I just start shoving stuff in my luggage...and since it was not packed to the brim...I have room :D

[@NoraDunn]

Yes!!

[@loricanner7981]

I am going on my first solo trip and I have packing cubes. I’ve been playing around with packing and I can definitely see how rolling could work OT better. I’m going to give if a try with the cubes. We’ll see how it goes.

[@NoraDunn]

No harm no foul! It's easy enough to do a bit of both, which is ultimately what I recommend the most.

[@Whatever_works]

Let’s roll!

[@Freds_mom]

I'm going to Portugal next month, my first time to Europe! I'm just soaking up all these travel idea videos, so thank you Nora. Can you share where you got that top you're wearing? It's so cute!

[@NoraDunn]

Thank YOU! I got the tank top from Amazon (amzn.to/4029PQm), and the jacket (super comfy) is from Anatomie. It's the Bailey Mesh Jacket: bit.ly/3YEL5g7 (Use NORA20 for $20 off orders of $120 or more)

[@andrewtremblay262]

Nora i used a hybrid method. Yes i roll my clothes into the cubes but i like taken a cube like one with underwear and socks out and putting it into the drawer.

[@NoraDunn]

Nice one, Andrew!

[@JohnS-zq8ks]

got some cubes. first try. flying to ecuador tuesday for a month from Florida

[@NoraDunn]

Happy travels John! Exciting times :-)

[@julslea]

I found that if I am doing carry on only packing cubes don’t work for me but if I am checking a suite case I will use packing cubes

[@NoraDunn]

Packing cubes definitely help to organize stuff in a larger (checked size) case.

[@kovie9162]

I only recently got a set of packing cubes and, not being an expert in their proper use, I decided to roll my clothes, which I've been doing for years, and put them in rolled form into the cubes. Being rolled I could spot the item I wanted in its cube, but being in a cube everything stayed organized and where it should be. Best of both worlds. Sometimes you don't have to choose, and there's usually no "right" way to do anything, but rather what works for you and feels right. I also stuff random items into little gaps and corners to take full advantage of the space, and into shoes of course (which I put in plastic bags because, well, they have soles, which can't be vouched for). And, while my cubes aren't compression ones, my soft sided luggage has compression zippers that sort of accomplish the same thing, without risking going overweight. My biggest dilemma is what to put in those external pockets. Usually a jacket or laundry, in a bag of course.

[@NoraDunn]

If you haven't already seen it, I have a more recent video about packing cubes! In it, I compare rolling vs folding your clothes within the cube (and you're right, it's easy to access rolled clothes in a cube), and also compression vs non-compression cubes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/amGUmZ19erpklacsi=75CZpymlKu8M1Fpo

[@kovie9162]

@@NoraDunn Yes, I've seen it, and, again, great minds thinking alike! 😉

[@jeanjeannie4590]

I've been using the clear plastic compression bags for a while. I wonder if there is a difference and how you feel about those vs. regular compression packing cubes?

[@NoraDunn]

Ooh! Great idea! I used clear compression bags for a while - the heavy duty kind. They're amazing for saving space, but I think I was a bit overzealous when compressing the air out of those bags - because it left everything irrevocably wrinkled! Also, the particular bags I had were the kind with one-way air vents that would allow you to roll the bag to get the air out, but they didn't actually work very well, and air would slowly seep back into the bags over time. Do yours hold up better?

[@vickiglow2009]

Roll, packing cubes and packing flat. Jeans and pants roll great, my husband’s shirts do better packed flat and cubes for underwear, pajamas, bathing suits, t-shirts, workout clothes, knits. Sandals fit flat under the bottom zip liner between the telescoping trolley handle and the other shoes go in the bottom by the wheels. That way, cubes go in the dresser and everything else gets hung in the closet.

[@NoraDunn]

What a stroke of brilliance to put shoes UNDER the zip liner! I never thought of that 🤩

[@CristianGeorgescu]

I roll clothes and pur them in packing cubes :)

[@NoraDunn]

Love that!

[@meganashlea]

I like packing cubes because I can put my son’s clothes in it’s own and my mine in it’s own. Then pull them out at the hotel, plop them in a drawer and use the empty suitcase for dirty laundry. Shove souvenirs in between the cubes for the way home 😂 (unless I worry about breaking then we abandon the cubes and roll for cushion)

[@NoraDunn]

I like how your luggage strategy evolves with your trip!!

[@wenken24]

Packing cube

[@NoraDunn]

+1! :-)

[@leapintothewild]

Yay, I can hear you this time! 🎶 😄 Had to skip a few vids due to loud music, but this is perfect (for me, selfish I know LOL)

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks for your valuable feedback! As you can see, I took it to heart.

[@leapintothewild]

@@NoraDunn ❤️

[@dorothymckinney4127]

packing cubes

[@sharonellis9751]

I actually use a combo of compression cubes, folding, and rolling. Whatever gets the job done.

[@NoraDunn]

Agreed!

[@CW-pp7zc]

Please do one with vacuum travel bags.

[@NoraDunn]

I'm not personally a fan of vacuum bags, and I think that would make a good topic in the future! Thanks!

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

How do you decide how many pieces to get? I’m taking a 29” suitcase.

[@NoraDunn]

Well, you won't be able to fit everything into packing cubes, but since you're traveling with checked luggage you'll have lots of space to work with. I tend to have 2-3 packing cubes for carry-on only travel, and 3-4 for checked luggage. But I also use some other packing tools like the Hoboroll (which is a bit like a packing cube but different) - I show that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYSYd3muoZ2YaKs

[@juliannas1059]

My mother discovered as a motorcycle rider to roll an entire outfit together (shirt, underwear, socks) in one roll. My dad just recently decided he could save even more space by shrink wrapping his rolled clothes 😅

[@NoraDunn]

Great idea to roll an entire outfit into one roll! I've seen videos where people roll all their clothes together in one roll, but it's impractical if you live out of your bag for any amount of time.

[@terryjones5244]

Packing Cubes. I used to use the bags blankets would come in before packing cubes were a thing. Lol, I just dated myself.

[@NoraDunn]

Ha ha! I know the bags you're referring to! Also handy for travel ;-)

[@lynettewilson254]

Packing cubes

[@abigailgerlach5443]

Let's Roll! I tried packing cubes. Waste of time. I got far more clothes in my suitcase using a book fold method. Compression cubes will wrinkle clothing when compressed.

[@carolinefiddymont8409]

I’d love to ask a question, please… we are only allowed 7 kilos all up in a carryon. So aside from all these wonderful packing ideas.. can you keep your weight down rather easily?

[@NoraDunn]

Great question! i have a video coming up soon about not paying fees for overweight carryon, and I also have this video about packing carry on - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6jSZ5KfbZmkeas But I’ll create another video specifically about keeping weight down. In short, one tip is to put the heavy stuff in your personal item bag, which usually doesn’t get weighed! Which airline by the way allows 7kg?

[@curlieeloks3032]

Forgive me if I’m wrong but I kinda felt the frustration in this question lol . And respectfully not for this specific KZbinr but most KZbin videos don’t cater to or target “how to get carry on 7kg or lower” for international travelers. This was a great video tho ! Emirates and Saudi airlines to name a few usually ask for 7kg carry ons

[@NoraDunn]

@Caroline - Jetstar is super stringent with their 7kg restrictions, because that's for BOTH the luggage and personal item. Basically you have to pay for the upgrade to 14kg - just think of it as part of the cost of the airfare. They just separate it out for those few people who are checking a bag and don't need to carry on anything other than a purse.

[@lauriesortevik3395]

I use cubes...but roll the clothes within them. If suitcase is opened, everything won't tumble out. :)

[@NoraDunn]

Good one! I sometimes roll within cubes, and sometimes fold. (depends on my moos - ha ha)

[@delfin7461]

I am finding that packing cubes seem to keep stuff more orderly -- As I am a plus-size some of my clothes are smaller folded Marie Kondo-style than rolled. Obviously stuff like undies and leggings and some t-shirts can be mad REALLY small when rolled. Some thicker things fold better. it's like doing a giant jigsaw puzzle!!!!

[@NoraDunn]

Yes! I liken it to Tetris, but the jigsaw analogy holds strong too!

[@coffofcuppe]

Let's roll.

[@factchecker1980]

Roll clothes AND put into packing cubes.

[@NoraDunn]

Yes! Although packing cubes tend to compress better when you fold into them, if it's not a compressible packing cube, you can get more in by rolling.

[@josephinemahar5168]

Let’s roll.

[@formeremployee326]

Roll AND compress in a cube.

[@formeremployee326]

Rolling gives me a quick view of everything I have.

[@formeremployee326]

Also- lay out those jackets flat. They take up almost no room that way, but a bulky thing when stuffed.

[@NoraDunn]

Great tips!!

[@lilytownsend5403]

Packing cubes are bulky in my opinion I've tried 3 different suitcases with a large medium underwear one and toiletrie bag

[@NoraDunn]

Some packing cubes are indeed bulky. The trick is to find one that's ultralight so the cube itself doesn't take up much space. Also, it needs to be compressible.

[@lilytownsend5403]

@@NoraDunn I had lightweight ones but found they took up more space in a cabin sized suitcase

[@NoraDunn]

@@lilytownsend5403 What's your packing strategy now? Roll? Fold? Something else?

[@steelfloor10]

Let’s roll! Packing cubes weighs more, that 50lb limit of a my enemy😢

[@ameliaerin1544]

I find packing cubes annoying. Most of them are not clear. You are packing twice, once into the cube, then into the case!😏LET's Roll!!

[@NoraDunn]

Ha ha! Rollers unite! :-)

[@mombelle]

I’m in a packing cube while travelling….

[@M7ofATC]

I rolled my clothes and put them in reusable grocery bags

[@ota924]

I find neither works

[@NoraDunn]

Really? What do you do instead?

[@ota924]

@@NoraDunn I’m very sorry I meant they both works

[@NoraDunn]

@@ota924 Aha! Got it. :-)

[@Anonymous99997]

I roll my clothes and put them into packing cubes.

[@NoraDunn]

That's what I usually do too!

[@tamaraforet1698]

Clothes were not rolled right. They were very lose and bulky

[@NoraDunn]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@jaynekranc8607]

I hate packing cubes. I roll things and fit them into the corners of the suitcase.

[@NoraDunn]

Nice! Rolling makes best use of corners and other spaces that packing cubes can't quite fill.

[@adriennegrant1411]

I actually hate packing cubes and compression cubes. They are a total pain, add weight and don't save space. I mean...my suitcase IS one big compression bag. I only carry on (small suitcase and an under seat duffel). Electronics and things I might need during the flight go in the mini-duffel. If stopped by TSA and they opened my suitcase, I would say, "Feast your eyes on my bits and pieces." I don't care what they see and I don't care how they put it back....of course I keep electronics in the duffel and that is the only bag they have ever looked in. I don't sit in my plane seat wondering how my lovely belongings look currently organized in a bag....I don't care. I unpack everywhere and have never stayed somewhere, where I thought it was too dirty to use the drawers. If I did, my stuff would just chill in my bag. OH, and I don' roll....I know, the horror! I put everything as flat as possible and then tuck undies, socks and thin t-shirts or pj items in remaining crannies. This is works for me, I always get more in that when I have tried cubes or even compression bags. To each their own :0) (Note- this is for normal travel, whether a week or a month....stuffing your life in a backpack for a year to cross Europe on foot is a totally different animal).

[@NoraDunn]

Great tips - thanks for sharing! ("Feast your eyes on my bits and pieces" - ha ha!)

[@haybalezz5208]

….I don’t know how I got here 🐇🕳️

[@NoraDunn]

😂