1. Most frequent flyers already know to roll their clothes instead of folding them because of how much space it saves, but if you don’t do this yet, now’s the time to start. And don’t let any space go unused; rolled-up underwear and socks can be stashed inside your shoes or in bra cups, for example.
2. Use packing cubes (available widely, including on Amazon). These small, lightweight fabric boxes help you organize and compartmentalize your clothes and other items in your suitcase and can save space, too.
3. Bring along a couple of plastic bags. They’ll come in handy on your trip if you need to pack a damp bathing suit or dirty shoes. You can also use them to separate clothes that needs laundering.
4. If you’re taking delicate jewelry items, like necklaces with fine strands, put each piece in an individual snack-sized zip-top bag to prevent tangling.
5. Place heavier items, like shoes and books, at the wheeled end of your luggage. Your bag is more likely to stay stable when upright, and your more delicate items will avoid getting squished.
6. Consider what some experts say not to pack— like a bulky neck pillow (inflatable is better), dry-clean-only clothing (if it gets dirty, you’ll be stuck hunting for a cleaner when you’d rather be sightseeing) and dressy, one-event shoes you can barely walk in (for obvious reasons!).
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