This SIMPLE Hack Will Change the Way You Pack Your Carry-on Forever

How to pack light without actually feeling like you’re packing light! In this video I show you how to pack 2 weeks worth of clothes (27 outfits) into a personal item that fits under the seat. If you want to avoid paying carry-on luggage fees, or if you need a lightweight solution for flying carry- on, in this video I demonstrate exactly how to do it.
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[@alysmalls]

This video is a follow up to my previous packing video (which has over 1 Million views now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpjNc2l4ot2Aa8ksi=xpNGzE7821l9PH1v ) where everyone asked about a more lightweight solution! I hope it helps! Here is everything I used in the video: 👇 Stuffable neck pillow: amzn.to/3Vo0wex Backpack (amazon US): amzn.to/43rLzKn Backpack (amazon CA): amzn.to/3TwBIyC Packing cubes (multi size): amzn.to/4ciSBFo Packing cube (slim): amzn.to/3Tn8rWP Belt bag: amzn.to/48ZwL6U Toiletry bag: amzn.to/4ajvQiU Foot hammock: amzn.to/43mYEod Monos Roller bag: bit.ly/3Vkcy8M Weekender bag: amzn.to/43oMRWD See everything together in my Amazon storefront: amzn.to/3Vou1wJ Best travel credit cards for earning free travel: www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards?via=aly-smalls Here's all my outfit pieces: amzn.to/3THoOid Access my free travel toolkit: (where I list all my travel resources & hacks): likewhereyouregoing.com/ultimate-travel-resources-guide/

[@davidclaro152]

Thanks for this information.

[@vickyfisher-bz4jj]

This is gonna be really bad, but he’s like really tall you realise you’re probably gonna have really talking. How do you By the way, really love the bag, really love the ideas of the packing. I’m so sorry about the most inappropriate stuff forgive me

[@crazyfoodjunky9233]

I want to see your husband packing. I 6’5 find it hard to believe he can pack everything in that back. I have a 50 liter bag and show alone take up so much space.

[@TheMurrblake]

Yup

[@FrankSalas]

Literally just screamed when the Husband came in, LOL!!! Was NOT expecting that. LMAOOO!!!!! Loved the tip on the neck pillow thing.

[@alysmalls]

🤭

[@jjohnson6833]

@@alysmallsso his last name is Smalls? Lol 😂❤ you two are adorable

[@stevethea5250]

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[@lastchance6845]

​@@alysmalls❤🫂 such a cute couple. 😊

[@drewmcclintock7034]

Keep using the underseat space in front of you. Leaves more room for my bag in the overhead and more room for my legs. Perfect.

[@happycook6737]

I save my oldest underwear (has holes), socks, bras, and clothes. When I travel I wear them and throw them out. This leaves space for "treasues" on my return home trip. I also leave my toiletries before going home.

[@michelleadams8309]

Me too! I bring crappy beach sandals, & usually after 2 weeks of swimming, sand, sun & chlorine I chuck out my 2 tankini sets I bring as well. I leave or dispose of things to lighten my load on the way home. 😊

[@rhondillon5056]

I do the same!

[@amberf9727]

This is a genius idea! Thank you!!

[@AdrienneMint]

Love this idea

[@selenaphillips6971]

I do the same thing. In my check-in suitcase, I pack the amount left of regular size Lysol spray, regular size body lotion, face wash, face cream and sunscreen, toothpaste, and mouth wash. I toss them in the trash once they empty or leave them in the room if there is a little bit left.

[@milesbuckhurst504]

As a business traveler (2-3 weeks at a time, suits etc). I really appreciate you suggesting under the seat for this kind of traveler. I always check in my suitcase and a small rucksack for laptop etc. if everyone travelled like you or like I do. There would be no fight for the overhead storage.

[@dreamervanroom]

You say it well. Her system went with a checked bag.

[@sircharlesmormont9300]

Yes, everyone packing in this manner would reduce the fights about overhead bins, but why should everyone be forced to travel like this? They're cramming us in so tightly, now, that each passenger isn't even guaranteed a spot for a suitcase. It's ridiculous! We're paying a fortune. We deserve enough space for our shoulders, our legs, and a suitcase.

[@Rkbmomma]

Some people need the under the seat area for their long legs, duh!

[@AnneMB955]

Very impressed. You’re the first travel KZbinr who has packed a small underseat bag. Am very impressed. For Poland soon I’m just taking an underseat bag. Much easier to lug from airport to Airbnb to train etc. 👏👏

[@Mrjudsonjames]

Using the neck pillow as packing space is friggin genius. As it’s not counted as carry on by airlines….yet. lol I also use my bumbag (fanny pack) while in airport and on plane (never as a tourist in a country though, screams “tourist, mug me!”) for anything I may need while flying so I don’t have to constantly get my carry on out and open. Plus it’s easy to hide behind you as you board! Just incase they’re super strict.

[@gwendolinejosey4662]

Great idea ❤

[@milliezumba]

I understand that airlines now view the neck pillow and fanny pillows pack as an accessory.

[@SIC647]

Wear your bumbag diagonally across your chest, and you will look like the fashionable kids.

[@fredsands9220]

This is brilliant, and the most useful travel video I've ever seen. You solved the carry on crisis. The spot under the seat goes with the ticket so there's no competition for anything. And in fact I'm going on a two week trip next month, and had planned to do it with just a backpack or my small duffle.

[@DaveK0526]

Thank you- this looks amazing! In my senior years I have struggles to lift my rolling suitcase on to the storage bins- this looks like just the ticket!

[@dfox9914]

ok mind blowing. I'm practicing on a few shorter trips for a longer trip to italy in May. Absolutely amazing and thank you!

[@carlaseier9735]

I really appreciated this video. I've watched a lot of different ones gleaning any tips I can. We travel for 2-3 months at a time so laundry is a non-negotiable and no big deal. Also, having so many outfits is nice but unnecessary, imo. I guess it depends on what kind of trip. If you keep moving who are the multiple outfits for? Nobody but you and your husband (and probably not him, actually) will know how many times you've worn the same thing. ☺️ Finally, you didn't include cables, adapters or anything to do with your tech. These are just my opinions as an early retired female, travelling as much as possible in this stage of life with husband who has helped me realize, nobody knows what I've worn 3 days ago.😊

[@heatherframpton9693]

Thanks, Aly! You & your husband are adorable! ❤ I continue to challenge myself to pack carry-on only, now my second time completed. I used that neck pillow sleeve, on the way there, packing a L'Hamman Turkish towel & three pairs of 32° Cool Footie socks...on the way back, my Lunar Pooch windbreaker. A tip I used for the first time & maybe helpful to others: I packed both of mine, an ultra-absorbant hair towel (Aquis brand & other brand). They weigh next to nothing & take up so little space! Not only great to speed dry washed hair, also to absorb more water out of freshly handwashed items which means faster airdrying & rewearing. All equaling packing less without sacrificing style. I refuse to do that! 😁✈️🧳❤️💯 SAFE TRAVELS TO ALL!

[@iralell]

Thank you SO MUCH for letting us know about that foot rest!!! Instant purchase. Back pain, be gone! 😅

[@avrilbreheny9619]

It was great that you showed a try-on of your outfits as well. Very helpful video

[@leahcarh]

The neck pillow idea is amazing! I'm going to try it on my next trip. Thank you!

[@ellybea68]

Great video. I live in Australia where we have a 7kg total bag weight limit. When I pack carryon only I pack the same way. You haven’t talked about all the other “stuff” we take. All the other stuff, including toiletries, need to be kept to a minimum otherwise there’s no way to meet this weight limit. I also take a small backpack and cross-body bag (which fits in the backpack if it needs to). Anyone who travels two or three months at a time knows that you have to do laundry. I love finding laundromats wherever we go and talking with tourists and locals while doing my laundry. Theres usually a bar nearby so you can sit and have a drink while waiting for your laundry. Happy packing and thanks again for a great video!

[@alysmalls]

Thanks for watching! I have a whole video dedicated to consolidating toiletries and liquids here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZeahq2FjbCqb6csi=slO5DICx-P60m2F5 as well as other carry-on tips in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpjNc2l4ot2Aa8ksi=JAO6i1biq76Ma5XK

[@alexattard6085]

I live in Australia too. And that 7kg limit (combined across all bags you carry on) is tough when you have a laptop that weighs 1.6Kg. (And, of course, the bag weight itself) How do you find packing to that weight limit?

[@ellybea68]

Just a tip for Aussies. If you fly internationally with one of the major airlines - we usually fly Emirates - they only weigh your carryon. They all allow another bag (it isn’t written anywhere in the carryon allowance guidelines but they let you bring it) and they don’t weigh it. I usually bring a small crossbody bag (passport, money, tissues and hand sanitizer) and a small backpack. The backpack holds my mini iPad, toiletries, makeup, electric toothbrush, batteries and charging cables and my headset (I’m quite deaf so I need large noise-cancelling headphones to hear the movies. This bag usually weighs 3-5 kgs but I do try to keep it to a minimum. I’ve never had this “other” bag weighed. Once I get to Europe it all fits in my carryon so I’m still only travelling with an international sized carryon with wheels and a small crossbody bag. I still have to decant toiletries etc and minimise everything I take with me, but it works for me. And the airlines accept it.

[@nancynurse4552]

I do a lot of laundry as I travel also. I pack the laundry detergent sheets which are as easy as a piece of paper to travel with and save me a lot of money over buying the single load size items at the laundry.

[@olivemaycards]

I have no real issues with the clothes - it’s all the other stuff. Not just toiletries but chargers, accessories, sometimes gifts (both ways because we often travel to visit family), hobbies… Maybe I need to work on my fear of boredom! And yes, NZ/Aus airlines can be really strict about carry on weight limits.

[@davidclaro152]

Wow! I’m really impressed by your packing skills and the black backpack, toilet bag, the other small black bag, and that sleeve you use. Excellent and thanks for your video.

[@Kathy-kr1sv]

Really doesn't matter how long you go for. One weeks clothes are enough and... use the laundry. Like you do that home 😊. Thank You for showing us the neck pillow 👋👋

[@valeriet5581]

That's very impressive. You even have color! I have no idea how to create a versatile wardrobe like yours.

[@DyanEsoap]

Such a great idea with the neck pillow!

[@toxicwaste920]

Thanks for this straightforward video. I started carrying luggage that goes under the seat because the overbin space is just a war I do not want to participate. It is easy to slip in and out. I will def buy that foot hammock!

[@sallyaustin2760]

😂 I have a “packing dungeon”, too. LOVE the neck pillow idea! Packing carry on for a 25 day European trip. Ordering that neck pillow right now. Thanks for a great packing video.

[@alysmalls]

have an amazing trip!!

[@christinamiller5753]

Thanks for showing your outfits! That is very helpful

[@susana.2631]

I’m so excited to see your video. I’ve been telling folks this for years! I go to Europe and pack in my carry-on and a smaller personal bag. But I could pack in just one of these two bags if necessary however, I need a CPAP machine and my medicine. Folks just don’t need as much as they think. Thank you for making this video!

[@jenkomusic9918]

Medical devices don’t count towards the limits. You can have it in it’s carry case and it’s not a problem. Unfortunately the backpack itself is considered too big for a personal item as it’s about 5cm too tall even for the larger limits (40cm) but I did see someone mention that they allowed it to Mexico

[@susana.2631]

@@jenkomusic9918 oh yes, I’m well aware as I’ve been using a CPAP machine for many years and traveling overseas for many years. But thank you for that info. It also depends on the airline of course. Some do not allow a “free” medical device while others have no issue with it. thanks again!! 😀

[@christinasmith2392]

My favorite outfit combo was the flowery black sleeveless top paired with the flowy maroon pants. 🥰

[@alysmalls]

Thanks!

[@cherrypinkblue]

One of the best packing videos by far. love all the tips but my favorite is the toiletry bag, haven’t found something like that in my country, flat and detachable features are best.

[@MicheleMaBelle67]

I’m shook! That neck pillow! Amazon here I come.

[@SIC647]

This video was actually super useful, and had ideas and tricks I haven't seen elsewhere. I am kind of shocked. 😅 The foot hammock! Shortie twin, you get me. And that stuffable neck pillow is genius. Both for bringing extra, but can also be your purse on the trip, and even body pillow for better sleep in strange beds.

[@alysmalls]

Oooo great ideas!!

[@RidetoEnglishwithDM]

Loooooved this video. You have great content. So glad I found you. :)

[@user-uv8dh7mg3z]

This is amazing! Thanks for sharing those tips 👍👍

[@vickialschuler816]

Just ordered the backpack. My old was was REALLY old and this new one should work perfectly on my trip in May.

[@katyhartTV]

Okay I’ve seen a ton of these types of videos, but this one actually made me 😮😮😮! Great tips for substituting certain items you’d be taking anyways to make more slim profile or multi-purpose!

[@sf3413]

Fantastic video!!! Thanks for sharing! I have a transatlantic cruise to England, and then I'll spend a few days in London and Paris. I'm going to use this system!

[@evecv9569]

The best packing video that I have seen! These clothing combinations are great and the neck pillow idea is incredible. Thanks for sharing. I loved the black floral blouse with the brown palazzo pants are beautiful.

[@alysmalls]

Thank you! I think that's my favorite combo too 😊

[@suesmith3364]

Ally - great video! As seasoned cruiser, I gathered a great deal of information. 🙂 The links are VERY helpful!

[@magicunicorn6535]

These are great ideas. I love the stuffable neck pillow. I sure wished I'd had a neck pillow on my last flight. My trusty carry-on bag that I've used for years was a problem on my latest flights, because although it's a regulation size and I packed it far below capacity, I had to literally pound it into the overhead bin because someone had sneaked a laptop in there that took up much needed space. Of four flights I took, they were ALL booked full. Each time, there wasn't enough bin space, and valuable time had to be taken for excess baggage to be checked. One thing that worked well for me in the past was to bring two medium sized, soft backpacks. One was my carry-on and one my personal bag. However, both of them fit under the seat in front of me, so there was no stressing about the overhead bins.

[@mintywatkins7659]

Excellent advice, I love travelling light but have never thought of the stuffable neck cushion, thanks so much.. ❤

[@TarrelScot]

Outstanding! Really well put together, and loads of useful tips. Would like to see a version of the mix-n-match outfits at the end by your husband for us male viewers.

[@lennyquito]

Impressive! I love the fact that this is not sponsored and the items are inexpensive. I don’t mind checking in my carryon on the way back home, but never on my outbound trip, because I do not want to take the risk of losing my clothes. I cant wait to try it next time I travel. I

[@corissab]

That was pretty great Aly! Thanks!

[@allenwurl6245]

Thank you 🙏 I have been looking for a way to get our luggage down to one bag each 👍👍

[@BCosindas3]

I sooo love all your travel tips! I have already purchased a few things you recommended for our upcoming 3 week trip to the Nova Scotia and nearby provinces in the summer and then to Jasper and Banff in the fall! Love you videos!!!

[@alysmalls]

Sounds like you have an amazing summer lined up!

[@lenam3806]

Best video very clever thanks a bunch from France 👌🏼🤗

[@ReginaldoKono]

Nice, stylish, and very useful hints. Thank you!

[@Hummingbirds2023]

Hi Aly, you're always the best!! 🎉 Thank you!! Good info for packing even for the car!

[@alysmalls]

Thank you!

[@Godschild52909]

Really great tips and ideas. Thank you!

[@carolynspeedoftruth8093]

This was so helpful! This is my first time hearing about the neck pillow hack and I’m totally gonna try it. I came for the packing tips, but I feel like you could totally have a KZbin channel solely about life married with you and your husband’s height difference! That is so amazing! 🤩🤩

[@alysmalls]

hehe I like that idea!

[@carmenramirez-jv4zi]

My husband and I are older and retired but we spend half the year traveling. We do check in bags because no charge for 1 st class, but always took a bag with us with meds, jewelry and 1 set of clothing, and iPad and headset. It’s a problem to use overhead bins because of arthritis so I decided to use an underseat personal item. The point, of this long speech is if you are older, get one with 4 wheels. It’s way to heavy when my gate always seems to be the last one and two wheels is cumbersome 😊

[@lindasisk9002]

@carmen, what do you do with your mail when you travel for so long? I live on the West Coast, and I'll be working a seasonal job in KY for 4 months over the summer.

[@danutajelska3629]

@@lindasisk9002ask post office to hold mail until your return

[@susanevans7724]

Good tips. I look forward to the laundry tips video! I don't need it often, but would love to know tips for when I do!

[@fredsands9220]

buy some dish soap at the local market. Wash and rinse in the sink. Hang up to dry in bathroom.

[@Pomsbunny]

Really superb tips, thank you so much! 😁

[@bettyleung8061]

Good job on the clothing combinations, I’ll need to use that this summer…. I have used the neck pillow hack a few times. I used neck pillow from MUJI. This hack works best with light scarfs, packable light down jackets from Uniqlo or wind jacket. Try rolling wide and curving and stuffed like a long pillow filling into the neck pillow cover. It feels like a true neck pillow which I have used on the plane. Never fill the pillow with too many complicated pieces or anything visible under the security screen or else, they might need to ask u to open the pillow for inspection. When it’s too cold on the plane, take the thin down jacket out and keep my body warm. I also pack a slim empty thermos on the side of the backpack. Fill it up after security so that I have water anytime I want. Also, I did bring old undies, socks, toothbrush, worn out cosmetic brushes etc. and dispose of them at the end of the trip. About toiletries, I used couple of contact lenses storage cases to fill the numerous lotion, cleanser, cream, suntan lotion, mosquitoes repellent, toner and labeled them on the cover. These cases are supposed to hold contact lens solution and won’t spill! After the trip, easily washable and waste only a little residue. I do think that nowadays, we need an electronics packing cube to store adapters, cables, power banks, headphones, travel wall plug, etc. My objective is to pack light and efficient, not to aim at putting the bag to sacrifice any leg room though…. But if it ended up needed to be on the floor, I usually fold n pack a thin plastic bag which can wrap the whole backpack to be put on the filthy floor…. And can be dispose of after the flight.

[@brendamills546]

Thank you - this is awesome!

[@chrishdez-zo3cz]

I travel a lot. This was very helpful !

[@Monika-tx1ge]

Omg genius!!!🤩I'm buying all those mini bags!!! 😍

[@eardiehouston5368]

Love this! We travel quite a bit and I want to pack lighter so you’ve helped with your tips… my husband is not convinced that this works for men, though. 🤦🏾‍♀️ I need you to do a similar video of packing for your husband

[@BeDoHave-so8nr]

This will definitely work for men. The only time that I can't see it working for men, or women too, is if your are going to extremely cold climates where you need heavy, thick alpine type gear etc.

[@wudzen]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@jiemhachow9684]

I am 5'1 as well. Love this video

[@ajarnStef]

Fantastic! I should have watched it 30 years ago ! Blast!

[@FlatMax2]

I’ve been a minimalist traveller for years. I’m a tall guy, not a giant like your husband though. My last big trip was to Vietnam for three weeks. It was in February and I travelled from the south (hot and humid) to the north (cold and wet). I also used a domestic airline while there. I have a similar light weight carry on from Lowe Alpine which weighs in empty at around 1kg. It is minimalistic itself with just one large mesh pocket on the inside of the outside flap and a key pocket that is accessed from the top that is large enough and deep enough to hold a wallet, a passport and a phone. I was able to manage the three weeks by limiting my underwear and socks. I did a handwash every few days. Like you I chose things the I could combine or layer depending on the weather. I wore my hiking shoes and packed my regular ones. I had room for my tech gear too. I really enjoyed seeing your use of packing cubes - they are great. I saw your toiletry bag and just wondered how you get through airport security with that. In Europe, we are still limited to a one litre in a ziplock bag. The same applied in Vietnam. I use one for my liquids etc. and have another that can holder those items in their ziplock bag while by bus or rail. Thank you for your great video!

[@alysmalls]

I didn't demo my liquids in this video, but my liquids I pack in a ziploc to get through security, and then once I'm in destination I use the toiletry bag to stay organized. I made a separate video about how I pack my liquids here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZeahq2FjbCqb6csi=6v05L-PVti_jco-p

[@sweater0115]

I once did over 2 weeks through France and Germany in a backpack slightly smaller than the one you have here, but then another time I needed a carry on for a week in England. What made the difference was the plans I had during that time and the weather. I definitely think people could condense more than they realize, but it won't always work, so it's good to have backup plans. But that empty neck pillow is a GENIUS find! That is something I will add to my travel accessories!

[@VynZography]

I can confirm I packed like this for weekends in Europe and it was so convenient. The airlines treated this as my carry-on tho so it still went into the overhead locker.

[@summerwinter4]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@karleenmartin-vegue6314]

I just bought the fillable neck pillow for my long haul flight. I usually buy too much stuff when I come home to the states😆

[@cseverin821]

Great tips Aly! I'm short and hubby is tall as well. Can you do a quick overview on packing tips for tall men? We travel extensively and only do carry-on no matter where we travel. Always learning to pack efficiently :))

[@jennylowe4486]

Good Video. We both take backpacks and roll our clothes and put in them, holds a lot. This is when we go to the Bahamas. My husband has his swim trunks on the whole time and wears one shirt and takes one outfit. Pretty much the same with me except a couple more outfits.

[@selenanieto8152]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@gregperez919]

Absolutely brilliant information. My wife and I, retired, sold our home last year. We’ve been traveling Europe and the Middle East for one year so far. Airlines now charge for carry on, and just increased those charges as well as charging for small items like Fanny packs. Your recommendations and packing ideas will go a long in our quest to pack efficiently to avoid excess airline fees. Thanks so much. You and your husband make a cute couple.

[@dreamervanroom]

Yes, I got on an airplane with a carry-on and a fanny pack. I was stopped and told to put my fanny pack in my carry-on before they would take my boarding pass. USA.2023

[@rutht-jj1zp]

They wouldn’t even let me board until I put my water bottle and food I had just purchased inside security into my personal item bag!!

[@LarArauz]

Last year I traveled with a similar backpack as a carry-on on Eurowings (size and weight limits are less than in US). It was heavy and quite uncomfortable to sit with it on trains. I am planning to take a smaller backpack from now on or just a regular carry-on with wheels along with a personal item. I’ve learned from the experience. Unless you have a lot of muscles and stamina of course.😅

[@rosalindaretana2977]

Really good ideas for packing

[@monikaliebold4225]

Thanks for the video - very helpful. I will be on a 9 day Alaska cruise in October only with carry-on. Empty neck pillow would be great, but it cannot be delivered to French-Polynesia. So, I will use a zip pillow cover to pack my thick jumper (hand-knitted from my granny) in, as I did several times before. So I have an additional personal pillow on long flights and it easily fits between handles of my carry-on. Never had problem with my personal pillow at boarding. Greetings from Moorea (sister island of Tahiti) in French-Polynesia 🌴 🏖 😎 🇵🇫 🇫🇷 🇪🇺

[@Mommaslew]

Wow. Inspiring!❤😊

[@annettenewcomb9392]

Nice job!

[@silviafarfan2523]

Very useful. Thank you!

[@fredsands9220]

For the record, I believe I can pull off this plan with my 17 X 13 X 7 inch two wheel bag, though probably with a bit fewer clothes than Aly. It's likewise front loading. Also the retractable handle disappears behind a zipped pocket. Two normal attached handles remain to convert it to a tote when desired.

[@gratefullyglorifying9197]

21! Thank you!❤

[@omadarlin]

Very clever ideas!

[@kennyrichey3238]

Great video Aly! I have tried different small backpacks and haven't been that happy with any of them. I tend to over pack so I'm usually pulling a carry on on top of that! Since I usually fly stand by I rarely check a bag. I really like that Amazon backpack. Not sure why they list it as a Woman's pack though. Definitely going to order that slim packing cube also. What a great idea! OK it's too hard to choose just one combo. Here is my favorites from each section. #4, #7, #11, #13, #17, #22 & #25. Take Care!

[@alysmalls]

Thanks Kenny!

[@ericjs961]

Awesome video. I liked and subscribed!!!

[@user-fu5ok8oi2k]

OMG😳😳😳😳 your hubby is so friggin tall!!!! Such a cute couple❤️

[@rikitiki8565]

Thanks for this totally awesome video!! You mentioned you’re planning an upcoming video on doing laundry. I’m wondering If you’ve tried: (a) Soak (supposedly a no-rinse liquid soap) in a ziplock baggie and/or (b) Breezeo (or similar) dry laundry strips and if so your thought (I’ve seen each on other videos but haven’t tried either yet)

[@0rbium]

can't wait to see the dude packing video!

[@mileshigh1321]

Some great tips! I will eagerly await the Dude packing video lol. When I travelled to Mexico, I only took a carry on for a month! Well packed like you, my only one excess was I brought 5 pairs of socks when really, I only needed one pair for travel !

[@alysmalls]

hehe coming soon, I promise!

[@pamelah2850]

I always think of socks and underwear as 3 sets, one dirty, one on and one clean. These items are easily washed in a sink and air dried.

[@parisaha]

I travel personal item only with a backpack and a crossbody/fanny pack. As a medical student attending away rotations at hospitals, I manage to pack a few pairs of scrubs, 3 dress pants, a few business casual tops and sweaters, my white coat, a few casual outfits, a couple of pairs of shoes, and in the Winter, a packable down jacket and rain jacket. Oh! And my laptop and toiletries (although I do buy shower essentials at my destination). It's not light, but it gets me through the month. Only time my packing failed me was this past winter in Baltimore after the snow storm - I had to buy additional thermals after it hit.

[@sircharlesmormont9300]

Thank you! Great video! Instant sub. I love to travel and I am looking into doing more solo travel in the future, so cutting down on luggage is a definite topic of interest for me! I noticed you wore a lot of bags as accessories. Where did you pack the bags? I actually do have a question about underwear. I wear a 40DD, usually with underwires. How would those fit in a system like this? You can't exactly roll them up without breaking or bending the wire and ruining the bra.

[@jema2609]

Thank you for this timely video. I'm traveling to Spain soon for 15 days, and was wondering how much to take. I think sometimes we forget that there will be laundries available wherever we go! I d have a little more challenge as a large person, but I think I can make do.

[@mayaw1448]

If I get somewhere and need a piece of clothing, there is usually an M&H or local clothing shop where you can pick up a basic (black skirt, dress, shorts etc.) then leave it in the room when you check out if you don't want to bring it home with you.

[@withtheStuarts]

The Neck Pillow is a game changer!

[@MrBencher446]

Great video 👍🏻

[@petes8948]

Careful on the back pack Suze. Airlines like Spurit,Allegiant and Jet Blue are pretty strict about the size.

[@olivemaycards]

Love the very tall husband cameo! :D My husband claims he can’t pack light because his clothes and shoes are bigger.

[@ezmealstravels9221]

I always carry backpack as luggage nice and easy! And im a size large in clothing

[@singha6]

Great video- and I also love it that your surname matches your body! I can’t carry backpacks, so is there a similar bag with wheels?

[@tracystarling3280]

For me, if I’m flying a roller bag is a must (I don’t want to carry something heavy for long distances - especially if you have a plane change and have to go to the other dang side of the airport 😅). I loved your backpack though. I think I could do that. Thanks for sharing. Going to go check out other ideas on your channel. I’m going to Colorado in July to see Santana at Red Rock Amphitheater 🎉. I might try the backpack thing. I’m coming from Florida. I think if I packed very similar to you, it could work! BTW, I think the neck thing goes the other way around. LOL

[@madamx269]

😄You two are so cute!

[@LSinclair]

So many great tips, thank you! Question tho..where do you carry your ID and other “purse” items for flying?

[@user-nd5ii4ss4t]

Please note: If you're doing this, DO NOT BOOK A SEAT NEXT TO OR NEAR EMERGENCY EXITS. You will be required to put your bag in the over-head cabins as they do not want anything blocking exit paths.

[@Jo-qb1xe]

Impressive ❤

[@evaa-w5399]

I need this , cos I over pack for everything 😂😂😂. Thank you :😊

[@barbarawarren9443]

I love the white zip-up top!

[@alysmalls]

Thank you!

[@scottsworld]

even though this video is aimed at Americans travelling on atrocious US-based airlines (where carry-on is an issue), it was still useful and had some good tips for those who live in more developed flying countries. Thanks. :)