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Starting to pack a week ahead is a must! Glad I'm not the only one. Of course most of my trips were to conventions, staying at a hotel for several days, so I had to decide what sci-fi shirts I wanted to wear, uniforms for Cosplay (Trek, Babylon 5, etc.), all that. Gotta stand out at a comic con or sci-fi convention!
I have built a packing checklist over the years with differences between flying and driving. Part of the list are to-do's around the house. Setting timers, stopping mail, etc. If we're checking bags, we put 1 to 2 days of clothes in our carry-ons. Also, if we're checking 2 bags, 1 each, we split our clothes in each bag in case 1 is lost.
Hey Chris! The comment made during the live stream about not liking sand is what Anakin says to Padme in Star Wars Attack of the Clones when they visit her home planet. 😄 I recognized it immediately because I'm weird!
Hi Chris. Thanks for the list. I'm guilty of some of those things. I now use packing cubes , mostly because of the items I bring back. I also use the Amazon Prime packages with the bubble wrap in it. I used that to pack fragile items and put them in the packing cubes. Also forgetting to pack a power bank can ruin a trip.Thanks for sharing and take care.
Thanks Chris. I have some compression packing cubes that work with zippers that help save space. Also they now make a solid stick sunscreen so you won't have to worry about liquids limit if going carryon only.
Just got home from a PCH road trip that ended in Napa. Thanks for all the advice along the way. We loved Tokyo Central. We were able to find all our favorite drinks from Japan for the road. In regards to point #2... I got a wine suitcase and all 12 bottles made it home! Worked great!
Hi Chirs, have you ever had the "just in case I need it" mentality? I'm not sure if it's a packing mistake. How do you deal with "just in case" items? And have you encountered an "I should have brought it" moment?
Hi George.. yes. But I generally try to say Can I buy it there? And is it under $20? If so. I probably don't need it just in case. My biggest regret has tended to be when I don't bring an umbrella 😀
Love watching you. You got a calming affect and I can very much relate to your logic and advices. What is your next destination? I'm flying to Vancouver in one week to visit my son. Never been there before and watching your clips about Vancouver and Victoria Island.
Besides packing cubes, I also like to at a hanging closet. Maybe it’s my cheaper hotels (when compared to the ones you seem to book), however I feel the closet isn’t always great (or existing), but a rack for hangers (or your hanging closet) is.
I actually have an IKEA carry on. Wheels are good enough, but I mainly liked the clip-on backpack that was included. I can have one thing if I want or I’ll put the clothes in the big part in the overhead compartment and have my electronics in the tiny backpack between my legs
I like packing at least the day before because I use a luggage scale to measure how heavy the suitcase is. Doing it in advance allows me time to get a replacement scale or batteries if it doesn't work.
I really want to get 26” Level 8 Voyageur checked for a two week bag and their protective cover that they said is TSA approved for check in so it doesn’t come out all banged up by baggage handlers. But I looked at the Better Business Bureau site and also some reviews and some people complained about those bags. Hard to know as do you only post reviews and complaints when you’re upset about something?? I’m liking Level 8 better than Quince. Thoughts anyone??
Can you address the following at some point: did you ever have problems with carry-on luggage size? Since, annoyingly, all airlines seem to have different size regulation (if you include international flights)
And yes. That's one reason why even before getting in to my luggage review thing I had a couple different sizes of carry on to deal with those varying requirements
1st id like to say i got 3 more valuable tips from this video and im a savvy traveler! 2nd follow up question- i rewatched your osmo pocket 3 vid. I understand you love it but my question is whether it is worth paying $600 for the upgraded equipment or staying with gimple and phone setup if money is a concern? THANKS Chris!!!
Great to hear and Thanks for your support Boomertuber! If money is concern then stay with what you've got if it works for you. Also I like the low light performance of the Osmo Pocket (much better than my Galaxy S24 Ultra). I also like the size and simplicity of the Osmo Pocket.... I have essentially retired my DJI Gimbal once I got the Osmo Pocket for shots where I needed a gimbal. I still use the S24 Ultra for quick shots to just pull out of my pocket... I also still use the S24 Ultra on a selfie stick or tripod when I don't need a gimbal (I'm not moving)
I’d like to pass this along: if you travel to Walt Disney World and, say, you like to collect those special limited edition sculpted tiki mugs they have periodically. Leave room in your luggage for those mugs because WDW _will not_ ship them to your home address! This is because they won’t ship food-related schwag and tiki mugs are considered food-related. I almost had to leave behind a $70 Nautilus drink container; a very wonderful, dedicated cast member found a way to pack it in my suitcase and saved the day.
Some countries are more transparent than others when it comes to what medications are banned, and which are not. Japan for example, has a feature on its customs website in which you just type in tge name of the active ingredient, and it simply tells you if you can bring it or not. On the other end of that spectrum, Indonesia doesn't publish any list whatsoever of what medications they do or don't allow. Instead, they allow their customs officers to make arbitrary, on the spot decisions on whether it's illegal or not. In any case, I find a good starting point to be the US Department of State's country specific information pages to be good for research, because they will tell you in the health info section if there are specific requirements, or they will give you links to the information. Most countries have their own equivalents of the State Department's website.
Security stopped Me for my 6 pack of sunscreen. I told them What it was and they let me take it. They were wrapped in white unmarked plastic and they didn’t bother to check it. Also stopped me for My Sand I took from The beach
I did that exact same thing with sunscreen too so stupid!!! And I bought a pop totally planning to take it with me and just had to throw both away luckily it was two separate trips but so pathetic pop or sunscreen will not be any negative to anyone!! I just need to be rich and fly private!!
Also very important- for ADHDers- Adderall is a grade A banned substance in most countries. Even with your prescription it risks jail time in many places. Same with Vicodin
That sounds ridiculous if it’s true. There shouldn’t be a problem if it’s in a prescription bottle. I’ll be bringing my pain med for my chronic back condition as well as blood pressure meds. So far, I’ve had no problems.
@@reneeburich9497 depends on the place. Per the US embassy website in Japan: "Japan takes stimulants like Adderall the most seriously, with the potential for 10-year imprisonment. Many common medications and over-the-counter drugs in the United States are illegal in Japan. It does not matter if you have a valid U.S. prescription for a medicine/drug that is illegal in Japan: if you bring it, you risk arrest and detention by the Japanese authorities.”
✔ The 20% sale is over, but you can still use code "YellowProductions15" for 15% off at Level8 Luggage here: bit.ly/Level8cases
✔ You might enjoy watching my guide to packing: th-cam.com/users/liveHvF8jI9b70E
✔ Or my guide to choosing the best suitcase: th-cam.com/users/livexNWerEd2ASM
Starting to pack a week ahead is a must! Glad I'm not the only one. Of course most of my trips were to conventions, staying at a hotel for several days, so I had to decide what sci-fi shirts I wanted to wear, uniforms for Cosplay (Trek, Babylon 5, etc.), all that. Gotta stand out at a comic con or sci-fi convention!
Yes you do! 😀
We always wear all of our clothes a few weeks ahead of trip and wash it before packing to make sure nothing is broken.
Great tip!
I have built a packing checklist over the years with differences between flying and driving. Part of the list are to-do's around the house. Setting timers, stopping mail, etc. If we're checking bags, we put 1 to 2 days of clothes in our carry-ons. Also, if we're checking 2 bags, 1 each, we split our clothes in each bag in case 1 is lost.
Hey Chris! The comment made during the live stream about not liking sand is what Anakin says to Padme in Star Wars Attack of the Clones when they visit her home planet. 😄 I recognized it immediately because I'm weird!
Ah. Very good!
Hi Chris. Thanks for the list. I'm guilty of some of those things. I now use packing cubes , mostly because of the items I bring back. I also use the Amazon Prime packages with the bubble wrap in it. I used that to pack fragile items and put them in the packing cubes. Also forgetting to pack a power bank can ruin a trip.Thanks for sharing and take care.
Great tip on reusing the Amazon bubble wrap packages
Thanks for the great tips!
More great tips from Chris and O.C.
Thanks Chris. I have some compression packing cubes that work with zippers that help save space. Also they now make a solid stick sunscreen so you won't have to worry about liquids limit if going carryon only.
Just got home from a PCH road trip that ended in Napa. Thanks for all the advice along the way. We loved Tokyo Central. We were able to find all our favorite drinks from Japan for the road. In regards to point #2... I got a wine suitcase and all 12 bottles made it home! Worked great!
Awesome Amy!
Hi Chirs, have you ever had the "just in case I need it" mentality? I'm not sure if it's a packing mistake. How do you deal with "just in case" items? And have you encountered an "I should have brought it" moment?
Hi George.. yes. But I generally try to say Can I buy it there? And is it under $20? If so. I probably don't need it just in case. My biggest regret has tended to be when I don't bring an umbrella 😀
@@YellowProductions Are there packing mistakes related to young children?
Love watching you. You got a calming affect and I can very much relate to your logic and advices. What is your next destination? I'm flying to Vancouver in one week to visit my son. Never been there before and watching your clips about Vancouver and Victoria Island.
Nice! Enjoy Vancouver! Western England is what we are planning next
We just bought some Vessi waterproof shoes for our next vacation. We'll see how good they are.
Cool.. lemme know!
Besides packing cubes, I also like to at a hanging closet. Maybe it’s my cheaper hotels (when compared to the ones you seem to book), however I feel the closet isn’t always great (or existing), but a rack for hangers (or your hanging closet) is.
Great tips Chris! We are coming from Australia to USA and have learnt heaps from your videos. Would love a video on Yosemite 😀
Awesome! Yosemite is on my list. Haven't been there yet 😀
I actually have an IKEA carry on. Wheels are good enough, but I mainly liked the clip-on backpack that was included. I can have one thing if I want or I’ll put the clothes in the big part in the overhead compartment and have my electronics in the tiny backpack between my legs
I start to pack like a month ahead and then I have this or something like that or I have to go to the store and schedule it 😅❤
Appreciate the dad jokes 😉
I like packing at least the day before because I use a luggage scale to measure how heavy the suitcase is. Doing it in advance allows me time to get a replacement scale or batteries if it doesn't work.
I always carry on a change of clothes, pj, tooth brush, etc.
I really want to get 26” Level 8 Voyageur checked for a two week bag and their protective cover that they said is TSA approved for check in so it doesn’t come out all banged up by baggage handlers. But I looked at the Better Business Bureau site and also some reviews and some people complained about those bags. Hard to know as do you only post reviews and complaints when you’re upset about something?? I’m liking Level 8 better than Quince. Thoughts anyone??
Lol. A comment about trunks and suitcases was.... "truncated." :)
Hah
Can you address the following at some point: did you ever have problems with carry-on luggage size? Since, annoyingly, all airlines seem to have different size regulation (if you include international flights)
Oh you did!
And yes. That's one reason why even before getting in to my luggage review thing I had a couple different sizes of carry on to deal with those varying requirements
American reviewers almost never do not discuss carry-on *weight*. Some airlines have a 7kg limit!
Panjo is a monster! Just 1 second! Waiting for the 20th winning
1st id like to say i got 3 more valuable tips from this video and im a savvy traveler! 2nd follow up question- i rewatched your osmo pocket 3 vid. I understand you love it but my question is whether it is worth paying $600 for the upgraded equipment or staying with gimple and phone setup if money is a concern? THANKS Chris!!!
Great to hear and Thanks for your support Boomertuber! If money is concern then stay with what you've got if it works for you. Also I like the low light performance of the Osmo Pocket (much better than my Galaxy S24 Ultra). I also like the size and simplicity of the Osmo Pocket.... I have essentially retired my DJI Gimbal once I got the Osmo Pocket for shots where I needed a gimbal. I still use the S24 Ultra for quick shots to just pull out of my pocket... I also still use the S24 Ultra on a selfie stick or tripod when I don't need a gimbal (I'm not moving)
Chris you are a GEM! Thanks Again!!!
Level 8 have a carry on bag???? With wheels????
Yup!
Use a checklist when packing.
Hey, packing cubes r great if you can see what is in them!
Hello Chris! Compared to other luxury hotel brands, what are your thoughts on the Four Seasons?
I haven't stayed in many Four Seasons. I always find them priced significantly higher than the other luxury brands
Im six months out from Thailand. My suitcase is already planned out. A lot of empty space going there.
Nice!
beware of glas snow globes (Christmas gifts ) also should not have more than 100ml when you have it in you hand bags
I’d like to pass this along: if you travel to Walt Disney World and, say, you like to collect those special limited edition sculpted tiki mugs they have periodically. Leave room in your luggage for those mugs because WDW _will not_ ship them to your home address! This is because they won’t ship food-related schwag and tiki mugs are considered food-related. I almost had to leave behind a $70 Nautilus drink container; a very wonderful, dedicated cast member found a way to pack it in my suitcase and saved the day.
Thanks for that tip!
Some countries are more transparent than others when it comes to what medications are banned, and which are not. Japan for example, has a feature on its customs website in which you just type in tge name of the active ingredient, and it simply tells you if you can bring it or not. On the other end of that spectrum, Indonesia doesn't publish any list whatsoever of what medications they do or don't allow. Instead, they allow their customs officers to make arbitrary, on the spot decisions on whether it's illegal or not. In any case, I find a good starting point to be the US Department of State's country specific information pages to be good for research, because they will tell you in the health info section if there are specific requirements, or they will give you links to the information. Most countries have their own equivalents of the State Department's website.
Japan does not allow some American meds....jail time!!!!
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Security stopped
Me for my 6 pack of sunscreen.
I told them
What it was and they let me take it. They were wrapped in white unmarked plastic and they didn’t bother to check it. Also stopped me for
My
Sand I took from
The beach
They stopped you for sand? Did they make you leave it?
I did that exact same thing with sunscreen too so stupid!!! And I bought a pop totally planning to take it with me and just had to throw both away luckily it was two separate trips but so pathetic pop or sunscreen will not be any negative to anyone!! I just need to be rich and fly private!!
Doh! And yes.. private all the way... take me with you once you're that rich :)
Beach: wear a swim suit with high neck and long sleeves.
I make a packing list
Taking drugs into Singapore will definitely ruin your vacation
Liste. If you r misery is cause you like it and wans be noserablem you choose it. Dot
Also very important- for ADHDers- Adderall is a grade A banned substance in most countries. Even with your prescription it risks jail time in many places. Same with Vicodin
That sounds ridiculous if it’s true. There shouldn’t be a problem if it’s in a prescription bottle. I’ll be bringing my pain med for my chronic back condition as well as blood pressure meds. So far, I’ve had no problems.
@@reneeburich9497 depends on the place. Per the US embassy website in Japan: "Japan takes stimulants like Adderall the most seriously, with the potential for 10-year imprisonment. Many common medications and over-the-counter drugs in the United States are illegal in Japan. It does not matter if you have a valid U.S. prescription for a medicine/drug that is illegal in Japan: if you bring it, you risk arrest and detention by the Japanese authorities.”
Breaking news: Famous youtuber almost go to jail trying contraband Claritin-D to Japan...
Hah
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Is the duffle bag carry on size? Might need to buy it for all my treats from Hawaii next time
We have carry on size and check in ones depending upon how much we think we might need to offload 😀
I made it sort of. I want to say to all that I am very upset with Hertz still for their treatment of my family.
What'd Hertz do to your fam?