Travel with a carry-on only as a luxury minimalist | What I packed for a 3-week holiday

[@Fearless-wi4ng]

I travel alone. I am over 65 so I am careful. I only use a carry on and I pack like you. Loved this

[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@BagznBirdz]

One of the items I never travel without is a small towel. I got the idea from the book "Hitch-hiker's Guide to the Galaxy" and boy, has the towel saved me nearly as many times as people in the book! When you get soaked in the rain, you have something to dry off on. When a car splashes you with puddle water, you can clean up your clothes. When you manage to get some ice cream on your shirt, you can soak the corner of the towel with water from your water bottle and clean yourself up. When a public toilet has no paper to dry your hands with, out comes the towel. Etc etc.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Fantastic tips, thank you! I’ll definitely look into that book too xx

[@sarahr6089]

Even a flannel can be useful, which is really just a very very small towel!! Remember to put it in a plastic bag for when it gets wet 😊

[@BagznBirdz]

@@sarahr6089 True! Before I got my designated travel towel I carried a face towel with me.

[@user-ih6fd7py8n]

Lol I also travel with a small towel because of that book. You never know what might happen next 😅

[@CarolinaZ501]

Dear Eileen and fellow viewers: please be aware that a suitcase of this size is no longer considered a carry on on many European flights. Many airlines, especially budget ones, measure your suitcase, and you may well be forced to check it in, even if you do not want to. Please check with your airline before departure, because they keep changing the rules. We learned this the hard way;). Thanks for the video Eileen, and happy travels everyone!

[@flonotflow]

I was thinking the same as I watched this video, this would be too large on most US carriers as well.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you for the kind reminder! I flew etihad this time and they were ok with this particular suitcase as a carry-on. I’d definitely make sure to check if I travel to the US xx

[@BlackBeauty-yl8uq]

Not most but all US flights

[@cvelezp]

whaaaat? This is a 20" how can this be large! @@flonotflow

[@cvelezp]

I am travelling next week with a US airline and max height is 22". The Level 8 Textured Carry on is 20" so it is fine.

[@flonotflow]

Hope you had a wonderful trip! We've done several vacations with only carry on bags and it is such a game changer. No more waiting for luggage to come down to the carousel, dealing with everyone else waiting, all of it. And no worries about if your bag made it on the right flight! It is such a great feeling to get off the plane and walk right out.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Totally agree! Xx

[@sarahr6089]

As it forces you to pack light, you avoid having to carry/move/lift a heavy suitcase 👍😁

[@nikkisue1715]

This video was so timely for me as I am traveling to NYC next week to visit my daughter and grandkids. I too, am traveling with a carry-on. The one item I am adding is the Shout-Out Wipe n' Go stain removers. They work so well. Last November, I purchased the packing cubes and they are so useful. Looking forward to seeing your upcoming Vlog on your trip to Malaysia. Enjoy your trip.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy your time in NYC xx

[@jessier.cardona6062]

Enjoy your holiday trip, dear Eileen! Spending time with your family is very precious. Safe travels and thanks for sharing. ❤

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! It was such a wonderful trip xx

[@umm_khaled]

You can use cards to pay almost everywhere in Malaysia, especially KL. I don’t carry cash at all either. But it’s always good practice to keep RM10 notes on hand if you’re travelling and you’re not sure where you’ll end up at.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I must say I was really surprised to see how common is digital payment in Malaysia! There are like so many ways to pay for absolutely everything xx

[@jayjaytailor]

I hope you had a lovely holiday in Malaysia Eileen; I think I have mentioned before that I have been there twice and loved it. I found the people to be exceptionally friendly and welcoming. I hope to visit again sometime!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Glad you liked it there too! Xx

[@gkr7019]

Hi Eileen Welcome back to Malaysia. If I am not wrong, you grew up in Kuching. By the way we go cashless here at almost every where except for eateries that are traditional hawkers. Enjoy your vacation Eileen. You can still have some durians during your trip.

[@luxury-Diver]

She's from taiping

[@gkr7019]

@@luxury-Diver Oh I see

[@ColourfulNoir]

I was really surprised to see how almost everything is cashless in Malaysia! I’m from Taiping but would love to visit Kuching one day xx

[@luxury-Diver]

@@ColourfulNoir the open air hawkers are cashless too?

[@tamiewert808]

Great video! I'm trying to only pack in carry on these days, which is a true challenge for me as I'm a long time "over packer"!! I love your sun hat! It's cute and packable!!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you xx

[@KenshoQuest]

I’m new to the term “luxury minimalist”. I like it. When you pulled the first item out of your backpack I thought “that looks like my hat”! I like your style. Hope you enjoyed your time in Malaysia. 🌺 Heidi

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you very much xx

[@lindanolasco3918]

Love your hat Eileen. I have similar one as well and I get a lot of use. Practical ideas for traveling minimally. Thank you for sharing your traveling tips. Enjoy your trip and be safe.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Glad it was helpful!xx

[@ridermobilenotary5377]

Easy, nice, and clean...I would have loved the link to the Gucci sunglasses.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I bought them at the airport, not too quite sure about the model xx

[@lisafeldmann9863]

I like bringing aets of neutrals. My favorites for a cooler than normal week in Pennsylvania in late June- corrin- linen blend elastic waisted pants and cotron t-shirts rgat matched from the Gap. I had a black set and an olive set. Also brought a long dark olive cotton cardigan and some other t-shirts.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@meiyeelong5790]

Welcome back to Malaysia!😊🇲🇾

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! We have such a wonderful time xx

[@monicarose2135]

A washable Sun hat is essential! Could use the Uniqlo bag for socks, etc like a packing cube.

[@chloenghk]

it makes sense. some ppl bring 10 pairs of Branded shoes and bags in their holiday. I would worry their safety. it should be carefree in holiday and I will bring something simple and comfortable

[@ColourfulNoir]

Glad you share the same thoughts xx

[@ajohonly3721]

I’m going on a solo trip in six weeks for my birthday to Greece 🇬🇷 this great.

[@hanibee22]

You can surely use card and app to pay, as a Malaysian I hardly ever use any cash here 😁 even the hawker stall use QRPay or bank transfer, even if they don’t provide that option I always ask first if they can provide their account number. Usually on the suburb or village they don’t display but you can ask them, and sometimes its great introduction for them to start using that option. Ps: not sure how QRPay or bank transfer works for from foreign to local account, maybe there’ll be a buffer time around 3 days, am not sure.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I was so pleasantly surprised! Certain Apps apparently had to be connected to a Malaysian bank account to work, but we used very little cash seeing there are so many other options to pay with xx

[@littleluxuries_01]

Love the bucket hat! Xx

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! It was so functional too xx

[@Daily_gifts]

Looking forward to your holiday vlog 😊

[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@gonefishing3644]

Travel essentials: sleep mask, comfortable ear plugs and some trail bars.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thanks for sharing xx

[@jenniferkenner1290]

My question is about your liquids. In America we are limited to a quart sized bag and 3 ounces per product (unless that has changed?). I assumed this was global.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Hi Jennifer, as we travelled as a family, all 3 of us shared a big luggage but I did bring this suitcase as a carry-on to carry my on board essentials. This video is really to showcase how everything I brought could fit into a small carry-on xx

[@karinefrommontreal]

Thank you Eileen your the inspiration, will definitely keep everything in mind for my next trip😁🏖️

[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@dzmchq]

Great video! Do you use your Palm Springs Mini more as a crossbody or backpack when traveling?

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! I always use the LV as either a top handle or a cross body bag xx

[@babycakes1402]

And for those in the US, I'm still partial to the JCPenny's 'St. John's Bay' 100% cotton t-shirts in a variety of colors. I usually get one each crew & v-neck in white so they go with everything & like everything else, as long as you take care of them, they'll last a really long time. I also like & have some black items but we have two kitties so black for us is black with kitty hair ;)

[@ojyochan]

I travel with just that backpack size. I have the clothes I'm wearing, plus 2 lightweight outfits in my luggage. I wash my clothes and re-wear.

[@ColourfulNoir]

That's awesome! Less is more x

[@madeleineyates3621]

Great video! I’d love to see what you wore on the plane and how you got through security with your gels and liquids? Did you decant them before flying? Hope you had the most wonderful holiday with your family 😊

[@gen_o]

Yes, I was about to ask the same thing. The toiletries shown seem to be a tad over what would fit in the pouch that is usually used unless this has changed recently. I decant mine but find that I can only fit perhaps a week’s worth of skincare (my skin is sensitive so this is my priority) and I buy the rest at the airport or destination. It’s also a bit of a hassle to pull out all the liquids from various pouches for security scanning so what I do is to keep them together in the transparent pouch first and reorganise them into their respective bags/pouches once through security. Some scanners and security personnel are also very particular in a few airports and they require everything to be readily visible when placed on trays. While some airports are more efficient and everything is just placed inside the carryon - laptops, gadgets, liquids and gels - and it’s all good for scanning. These are very few though.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! A few people asked this question. I've replied to several comments but I'll explain more in my next video xx

[@jaquelinealvarez173]

I absolutely love your videos! Thanks for sharing all this useful information! You are so genuine, beautiful and inspiring 💜

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you so much xx

[@karenlepp5192]

Love this!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you! xx

[@MHM-i2o]

I definitely don't pack carry-on unless there is a space limitation (car boot, small plane). This is not what I would pack for SE Asia having lived many years of my life there. I would never wear shorts except for the beach or exercise. I tend to dress more conservatively and also get a bit more dressed up in cities. So this is interesting to me. Did you go out to dinner or walk around big cities in shorts?

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thanks for sharing! I actually did a follow up video after this one saying I wished I brought more dresses for the trip. But I did wear shorts a fair but seeing we did a lot of family activities xx

[@jenocean824]

We have 2 of the same Level 8 carry-on luggage bags and we love them!

[@sharonkhalsa]

I needed this!! Thank you!!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Glad it was helpful!xx

[@jaime1650]

Hello Eileen! Do you have a link for the white oversized button up top you’re wearing while packing? Thanks ☺️

[@ColourfulNoir]

The top is from COS. I bought it years ago-- it looks like it's sold out now xx

[@RealtalkLindy]

Loved the video. Can you send the link to the wireless bras.

[@ColourfulNoir]

Hi here it is bit.ly/3PQeL7q xx

[@mystiqal888]

Hello Eileen Greetings from Australia 🎉🎉 I commented on the wrong video earlier. Wondering what size is your Grana Pj as I too would like an oversized fit I am larger than you so wanted an idea. Thank you kindly xx

[@ColourfulNoir]

They’re in size S xx

[@mystiqal888]

@@ColourfulNoir thank you kindly

[@agrsolvej123]

My kind of travel packer 👏 but was wondering that you bring full sized skincare? Don’t you need them in a plastic bag to go through a security?

[@SueM-c5l]

I love the striped top you're wearing at the end of the video.

[@mariafindlux1512]

Malaysia is such an awesome place. I miss it 😢

[@ColourfulNoir]

Agree 💯!xx

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Have a great trip ❤😊!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you xx

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@ColourfulNoir your welcome

[@33Jenesis]

I bring a 16oz standard mouth HydroFlask with me on every trip. I put a coffee packet inside and get hot water from Starbucks.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I like coffee but can often go without but that's an amazing idea! Thank you xx

[@33Jenesis]

I@@ColourfulNoir i use it more for tea. I put my fave loose leaves into draw string baggies to travel with me. Green tea with ginseng slices is really good pick me up in the morning:)

[@MY-kh9hx]

Nice videos! Eileen ❤ I could never fit my stuffs in a carry-on luggages. Can’t even do it for a trip for 3 days. I really need to learn to downsize my travelling luggages. I think your suggestions for neutral coloured clothes would help. How do you take care of your hair styling on trip? I need to bring my hair dryer when staying at hotel. Those at hotels are terrible. They can ruin my hair in one blow dry.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I didn’t bring a hair dryer this time, but otherwise my routine was similar to the usual- shampoo, conditioner, leave-in serum, blow dry, and maybe straightening xx

[@rishikavaidya6824]

Hi Eileen, which packing cubes did you get?

[@ColourfulNoir]

My husband got them from Amazon a while ago xx

[@tanechkaamericanochka4839]

Cashmere or any small blanket and sanitizing wipes for flight are my essential items.♥️👩‍🦰♥️

[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@sarahr6089]

Yes, and sanitizing wipes are better than a bottle of sanitising gel as you can also use them to clean the table and belt buckle 👍 I use them sparingly though as it is not the best choice environmentally.

[@marilubambi66]

Please, do a video about winter holiday?

[@DenBank1]

I packed my stuff in a backpack for a 9 day trip to Norway last summer. And i noticed I brought 2 more tops than needed. Lol

[@beeg3388]

Always love your style ❤️

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thank you so much!!xx

[@suzannehall5200]

Golly, I could never pack that light, especially for Malaysia. I am genetically incapable of packing light and I like to have my large suitcase at least 1/3 empty because the shopping in Malaysia is absolutely awesome.

[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@travollic7762]

I'm living in Malaysia and most Malaysians have moved to cashless payment for almost a decade ago. There are plenty of options of cashless payment in Malaysia.

[@cindyselfimprovmnt]

I love your style aesthetics

[@chrislyxlam5480]

Hi Eileen Will love to see videos sharing packing light for Autumn/Winter as we Re planning for a colder places out of Msia end of the year. Btw, my experience of LV mini palm spring peeling at the opening area maybe due to the excessive opening/closing of the bag. Do u have this issues! But I must agree this bag fits a lot of my essential during traveling .

[@ColourfulNoir]

So far my LV backpack has been OK- no peeling issues xx

[@chrislyxlam5480]

@@ColourfulNoir a few years back due to this defect I actually exchange for another design. But now I am thinking whether I should get it again in the 2nd hand market due to the price increases over the years.

[@sharron-6540]

I admire how you have packed so light, but I’m assuming you can do that because you can borrow clothing from your sister when you are there?, I personally would’ve added maybe some linen trousers and a linen shirt . I personally would not be able to pack that light but I do try and pack with just hand luggage for trips. ❤

[@ColourfulNoir]

Hey Sharron, I did pack with the intention to borrow clothes from my sister but surprisingly I actually didn't have to borrow anything from her xx

[@bryndatan972]

Didn’t know you’re from Malaysia. I am from Malaysia too and living in Australia

[@ColourfulNoir]

❤️❤️do you go home often?

[@karenng9728]

How do you wash the silk pj?

[@ColourfulNoir]

I usually hand wash but I do use a silk detergent xx

[@karenng9728]

thanks! @@ColourfulNoir

[@ruthlimon1892]

May I ask what brand your carry on is. Enjoying your videos Ty!

[@ColourfulNoir]

Level8 xx

[@Ingrid0410]

Wonderful packing video!! Id like to see you pack for Europe👍👍

[@ColourfulNoir]

Maybe one day! xx

[@YenNguyen-pm7pq]

Thank you for this wonderful video Eileen. I clicked on the links for the sun hat and crossbody bag but both said “this item cannot be found”. I googled Uniqlo and found Round Mini Shoulder Bag $19.99. Is this the same bag you mentioned in the video? I’ll be traveling to Thailand soon and in need of these items desperately. Thank you.

[@premeyumlife443]

Thanks for sharing with us my lady what to bring. 🙏🏼❤️😘😘😘Sandy

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thanks for watching! xx

[@cvelezp]

Hello! New Sub! I loved your video. I do too have the Level 8 textured carry on and I love it!

[@wilmalmontemayor]

What’s the brand of your suitcase ?

[@kristivice5537]

How do you handle the 8x8 liquids bag in airport? You had liquids in multiple places in your carry on.

[@aroe9402]

What size is this suitcase? 2:36

[@christinekayetenerife5581]

Hi Eileen, please let me know where you got your pajamas? ❤

[@katrinapineda6873]

My things usually fit in 1 carry on but it's always over 7kg??! Or maybe the airlines you take allow more than that?

[@ColourfulNoir]

I packed my things into a big luggage together with my family’s things. But I did bring this luggage as a carry on to carry our my onboard essentials. This video is really to show that everything i packed could fit into a small carry ok suitcase xx

[@ctiebakerys]

Wah. Welcome to malaysia. Im fan from malaysia

[@ColourfulNoir]

It always feels amazing to go home to Malaysia xx

[@beatrizdeelguezabalaristiz6119]

Love your video and your clothes .But I’d like to see the weight of the carry on when you finish packing.7 kgs is the maximum in most of airlines.

[@mindbodysoul8214]

Great video. I'm getting so much better with packing... you're so right....neutral colors and wonderful fibers go a long way. Beautiful colors. Wishing you traveling mercy and a wonderful time with family and friends. 💛✨️

[@ColourfulNoir]

It was a lovely trip! Thank you xx

[@rachelgarza3907]

The discount code doesn’t work

[@ColourfulNoir]

Thanks for letting me know, I’ve spoken to the brand and they’ve confirmed the code should be working now xx

[@kathygann7632]

What is your favorite designs of tshirts?

[@sophielast7181]

Great video! Did you have to separate the liquids out?

[@seilanemsei]

I prefer when influencers disclaim the content sponsorship verbally and openly during the video. To write it in the description box as an afterthought is not what I call transparent.

[@desideriaalex]

U read my mind ? I try to travel for 3 weeks with a carry-on 🙈🙈🙈

[@ColourfulNoir]

Hope you had a good trip!xx

[@angellawalker4948]

Lovely suitcase. I don't remember seeing any deodorant, lotion or perfume❤

[@ColourfulNoir]

I only bring a small perfume atomiser (what I carried in the LV mini backpack) xx

[@Randilynn66]

Did you end up using your hair straighter?Isn't Malaysia very humid? Personally, I would not travel with fine jewelry.

[@ColourfulNoir]

I did! It really helped because otherwise my hair would be quite frizzy xx

[@jucaja]

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[@ColourfulNoir]

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[@EllinJimmerson]

Travel essentials: medications in their original containers.

[@EVL-xj5vc]

Very rich lady 😊

[@singha6]

Where do you take out all the liquids/toothpaste from different pouches for the security check? Do you remember what is where? Must be a nightmare doing this before joining the queue! This video is not useful for those travelling with hand luggage travel only.

[@h.f3544]

everything is perfect, except for the fact I was not expecting you wearing shorts....imo shorts are truly not elegant at all !

[@simply.k3573]

You're not packing light when you have your hairbrush in a small pouch inside another bigger pouch...LOL

[@ColourfulNoir]

😆 Maybe, but the extra bag really helps to protect the comb teeth xx

[@isabelc2131]

Silk is animal abuse. YOU being comfortable is not the thing that matters if it hurts/ kills another living being. It's NOT a 'personal choice' as people like to claim to discuss away their irresponsible choices. It's also NEVER 'responsibly sourced'. There is no such thing. Stop buing abuse!

[@khensley7057]

That is A LOT of stuff for a "minimalist " !!! Like wayyyy too much stuff. Also, how can one be minimalist when all they have is name brand stuff everything??? Seems backwards, but good try.