packing mistakes I've made
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✈️🧳 You don't have to learn to pack carry on only the hard way. Here are the mistakes I made - so you don't have to.
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I used to be a dedicated check in flyer due to all my lotions and potions. :) Then I’d carry a duffle in my overhead and a purse under the seat.
Silly me.
I figured it out, finally. Learned all the tricks for packing an actual carry-on and I found a very cool Nomad Lane Origami bag that has a trolley sleeve and the hardware to turn it into a backpack for my personal bag. No more big purses (they’re tucked in my carry with a compression bag inside). Next trip in 4 week!
Thanks for your videos!
Thanks so much for watching! I'm going to go check out that bag 😉
This is my goal! So excited to try carry on only next month.
I love how your hands speak more than your mouth ❤
They do 👏👏👏
Hi Lori! Great video! All domestic flights in Australia have a 7 kg limit with carry on including handbags, back packs, and the airlines weigh carry on before boarding for each passenger. Always a stress and I have posted items home before return flights to reduce weight. Always a nervous time before flights so I’m not the one hold up other travellers. Cheers and all the best bishka 🐨
HI Bishka - it's great to see you! I will most likely be checking a bag if the limit is 7kg. I am going to start weighing my bag now just out of curiosity.
Hey! I’ve just booked with Virgin for both Melbourne to Perth and Melbourne to Sydney because… VIRGIN HAVE THE ADDITIONAL PERSONAL ITEM RULE NOW! I phone to confirm that the handbag is seperate and not included in the 7kg carry on. I’m so excited… now I can bring my iPad and battery bank and other heavy things I was going to put in my pockets 😂😂😂
@@Holdmymawashi hi, that’s great news! I’m looking into flights from Gladstone to Melbourne so crossing fingers I can do the same. Enjoy WA! Cheers b 🐨
@@Holdmymawashi yay!! Thank you for sharing this 😁
I have been a carry-on-only traveler for a long time now even for 2-week trips to Europe. I think your best tip is the capsule wardrobe. I struggle with taking too many clothes even though they all fit in my wonderful AWAY suitcase without using the expander. I too use a full size underseat carry-on in addition to my suitcase, but struggle with it fitting all the way under in some planes. I will try your backpack this trip! Thank you!
HI Allison - I hope you love the backpack as much as I do! Thanks so much for being here - I appreciate you 😁😁😁
Hi Lori! This is my first video of yours to watch, and it was such a treat! I love that you say y'all! 😀 You sound like you could be a neighbor down the street here in Texas. LOL I was also surprised to see that we have the same exact backpack, down to the color! I love it! I'm fixing to use it for my very first carry on only flight. 😀
Hi Pauline - I am in Texas. Howdy Texas neighbor 🤠 I hope you love the backpack as much as I do! Thanks so much for being here!
I love your videos, I've learned alot! I have downloaded my itinerary so I can pack with it in mind!
smart! Thank you for being here 😊
I am by no means a minimal packer. I am going to travel carry on only for the first time ever next month. I’m going away for a four day trip, so this is a good opportunity. Like you, I like to take all the things I need, but i want to take them in the most minimal way possible. 😂 This was a helpful video! Wish me luck. Hugs from 🌺Mary in Florida
I was so nervous the first time I traveled carry on only - I felt like I was going to be missing everything! It took me a few tries to get it right. A 4 day trip is perfect to get started. You've got this!
i’m going to start using the phrase lotions and potions too since i also enjoy to use a lot of things. love the phrase and this video! 😊
Lotions and potions forever Christine 😉 I appreciate you being here with me 😊😊😊
Hi Lori thank you for the video great tips for people who don't want to carry to much. Have a good day.
Thanks Maureen 🤗
I love that backpack!
It is awesome 😉
Lori you can use a Bungie cord with the more expensive cabin bag to attach to the other to secure it
That’s a great idea, thank you 😁 I appreciate you being here with me 😊
I like the checked bag so that I can buy stuff and bring it home. I usually leave with it empty and bring it home full. 😁
That is fun 🙂
@@The.LifeWithLori I can’t find the link to subscribe. Help?
@@morethanmeetstheeye1355 oh no! here it is tinyurl.com/3wnh2sym 😉😉😉
Ima start walking around saying lotions and potions lol lovely video!!!
Yay! We all should - it can be our thing 😂😂😂
Great video! Thankyou!
Thank you for being here Suzanne 😁
Great video! ❤
Thank you!! ☀️
I got your backpack and love it but I have to carry the Bose headphones and they take up so much room. I’m going to do the carabiner trick next time! Thank you for that suggestion!
yay! please let me know if it works out for you 😃
Thanks Lori! I can do it now.
Yay! 🌞🌞🌞
If you travel overseas a lot, consider investing in a travel iron that is 220v. It'll outperform anything you buy from the U.S. Same applies with portable hair dryers.
I have the 220 hair dryer but hadn’t thought about the iron. Thank you 😉
Tip when shopping and researching carry on bags and personal item bags, in addition to looking for function, look at the weight of each item. Some TH-camrs in the travel domain have limits for their bags…eg. 1.5 lbs for a personal item. I don’t remember the exact weight, but you get the idea. Use light weight packing cubes, light weight purses or day bags. Put these exact items on your Christmas list if cash is tight. Over time you will have a “perfect” travel collection.
Thanks for the tip PJ, I appreciate you being here with me 😊😊😊
Most of my trips are beach vacations so I need to check my bags specially for my 4 or 5 bottles of sunscreen 😅
Sunscreen is important 🔆😉🔆
The only liquids I take on holiday are my 4-5 bottles of sunscreen like yourself it needs to be checked luggage due to size. I pack solid bars of my skincare, body care , shampoo and conditioner bars. Makeup is non liquids also limits many risk of spills and weight limitations them I can pack the in my carry on.
We tried the first time ever carry-on this past fall on a 15-day river cruise. We had planned for wearing items more than once...no problem...that worked. I hated that I didn't like my evening outfits being seen so much! We are going on a trip this spring but I am going back to checked luggage. Good for you! Carry-on was not for me.
I understand - needing more evening wear in carry on only is a real challenge! I hope you still had a great time! 😊
@@The.LifeWithLori thank you! I just sucked it up and I had a fantastic time!😀
@@pamelawooden6012 we will get along well 😉
As an aside you can go for more chiffon type garments and get a ton of options for evening wear. Plus, literally nobody is paying any attention to what you are wearing but you.
@@karenvonbargen4472 I get no one cares about what I wear other than myself….but I didn’t feel comfortable so I think that made me self conscious. I didn’t feel as put together as I would have liked. 🤷🏻♀️
I don't always check a bag, but when I do, it's usually because we're traveling to see my in-laws during the holiday season and I need space for gifts 😄
I've been there! Almost all of my family lives out of town. I've finally been able to get my shopping done early enough to get everything mailed to them on time. 😊😊😊
I had that iron goop thing happen to me when I was living in a dorm :P I used wrinkle release after that. I dress casually though so it might not be an option for everyone.
Hi Celeste - I've ordered some of the wrinkle release spray. I'm looking forward to see how it works on linen. Thanks so much for watching - I appreciate you being here! 😀😀😀
Deb here. I looked up the B&R online and was shocked at the price. I would be afraid someone would steal my suitcase.
Hi Deb - I understand it is pricey! It is worth it for me because I travel so very often and in my experience the quality simply can not be beat 🙂
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Thank you for being here Sahar 🤗
Hi Lori. Will you be helping Chuck to pack for your trip to Europe? 😁
I suspect that he is a bit nervous about it but he'll be fine.......if he is too stressed, he might be a "carry on" traveler....even if all his luggage is checked in! 😁
Btw I haven't seen anything about the Zoe Grace? Have I missed it? I always enjoy you and Brent on your boat.
Cheers
Chuck and Paige at @notime2bsad are EXPERT level packers 😂 I'm sure I could learn a thing or two from them. Maybe we will make a video about that! What do you think @notime2bsad ?
@@The.LifeWithLori that sounds like a great idea. Come on Chuck! Are you on board with it? 😁😁😁😁😁
First time commenting. I've done carry on only with no issues domestically and internationally. I haven't traveled since every happened these past few years but I'm going on a trip to Mexico this week and kinda nervous. I'm still doing carry on only. I'll try the carabineer trick with my toiletries bag even tho I have it in an easily accessible place. I'm sure I won't have any issues.
Hi Erica, I love love love Mexico. I am so excited for your trip! Let me know how it goes 😉 thank so much for being here 🤗🤗🤗
For the backpack, I saw there were 2 sizes. Did you for sure get the smaller one?I checked my airlines requirements for carry-on but I was just curious if yours was the 15" or 17"
Hi Nancy 🙂 mine is the smaller one. I love it!
Hi, what kind of iron is it? The link is bad. THANKS! Great videos.
Hi there - unfortunately the iron is no longer available. If I find something new I will come back here and let you know. Thank you so much for hanging out here with me 🙂🙂🙂
You look fabulous ❤
Awww, thank you 😊
Where is the best place to find your checklist?
I have an updated one coming soon...stay tuned 😉
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I really liked the Briggs & Riley bag but at over $600 aud better look for a more affordable version😮
Hi Shelley - you're right, it is quite the investment. I took me a VERY long time to decide to purchase mine several years ago. I am glad I finally did - but if I didn't travel so often I certainly would not have invested the money. Thanks so much for being here - I appreciate you 😁😁😁
What was the brand of both the suitcase and the backpack
Hi there 🙂 here is the backpack: amzn.to/3km5kkx The suitcase I have is no longer available but here is the current model: amzn.to/3kj6L3f Thanks so much for being here!
@@The.LifeWithLori Thank you for your response. The backpack is great looking at a reasonable price. The suitcase is great but too expensive.
@@cynthiaslebodnik6945 you're right - the luggage is pricey for sure. So far it has been a great investment for me as I've been using it for a few years now and it still shows no signs of wear. BUT - It did take me a very long time to save up and decide I was actually going to go this route. I think there are lots of other good options out there - this is just the one I have. I love the backpack just as much and am so happy it is a much more reasonable purchase!
Can you show link for the fan pls? Tks!!
of course - here it is: amzn.to/3YjklSh Thank you so much for being here 😁😁😁
@@The.LifeWithLori Thank you!! I need a fan too! ☺️
Is there a dupe for the luggage. Looking for something a little more affordable 💸💸
This one is much less pricey and still great quality amzn.to/3KBJgNn It is not exactly a dupe - but I would not hesitate to go with this one 😉
Just out of curiosity .... Have you flown with the one and only Ryanair? 🤕
Hi Fay 🙂 I have not flown with Ryanair
I would love to be a carry-only traveler but the limit is only 7kgs on most international airlines. How can I manage this with clothes, shoes liquids etc ? Please advise.
Honestly it's tough at 7kg. Ditching the roller suitcase for a backpack or duffle is the best way if you're able to, as the case itself takes up a LOT of that weight. But also look at your routing to see if there's an alternative airline you can fly without the low limit, even 10kg gives you a lot more wiggle room. As an example, flying SYD-LAX with Qantas is a strict 7kg limit and I've always had mine weighed. Flying the same route on AA or Delta means no weight restriction. Same with flying SYD-SIN, my beloved Singapore Airlines is 7kg (although my bag was not weighed on my most recent trip) but British Airways is the same as checked (23kg) so effectively no weight limit.
HI Sue - I don't think I could keep it under 7kg - and I certainly wouldn't be able to keep it under that weight combined! In this situation I would have to either fly with a carrier that allows a higher weight limit - or check a bag 😢
Lufthansa in Frankfurt will weigh your carry on too and it’s 7 or 8 kg , no matter if you’re coming from an international flight or not, any connecting is very limited , as well as most Australian airlines.
22 inch carry on if fine in the USA. But it is too big for Canadian and European flights. Have you never had a problem?
Not yet, thank goodness! 🙂
The last time I flew from Canada to Mexico, via Sunwing, the personal item size was 23 cm x 28 cm x 13 cm (9x11x5 inches). People who tried to sneak a cross body bag under their jacket were caught and asked to put it into their personal item bag. We could bring a bigger item to go in the overhead bins but that was $30 extra. It’s very hard to even find a bag that small.
@@BOOKKAT74 I've seen a few TH-camrs who shift the xbody bag around to their backs so it is not really visible from the front. Similarly with a fanny pack, just rotate it around back & cover the strap with your shirt.
Most hotels have fans on request; just fyi since carrying a fan is cumbersome.
In my experience it’s been 50/50 in the US but almost always over seas. That’s why I was so happy to find this USB fan that folds flat. Not cumbersome at all for me ☺️ thank you for being here 🙂
I’m struggling to pack for an upcoming trip as both carry on and personal item must be within 7kg total 😑 I’ve done it once before but I feel like I use many more “lotions and potions” now than 5 years ago! 😂
I’m not sure I could meet the 7kg limit ☹️
Update: I’ve been shopping airlines carefully and booked with Virgin Australia. For domestic flights, the personal item does not have to be within the 7 kg carry on limit! I’m so relieved. This doesn’t help my international flights with Malaysian Airlines and AirAsia as they DO have the 7kg total but that’s tomorrow’s problem…
@@The.LifeWithLori Pretty much life in Australia, don't have a choice. All airlines the same.
@@clareholgate8718 I'm fairly certain I will be checking my bag in Australia. 🤷🏼♀ Even so, I am really looking forward to visiting. 😊
@@Holdmymawashi Thats good Virgin is doing that, but buy the time you pay so much extra with virgin, probably similar cost to checking a bag. :-(
$700 for a suitcase! Any suggestions for something for affordable?
Hi Maria, I know it is so very expensive. If I didn’t use it 15+ times a year I would never spend this much. I also love the Level8 line. Thank you for being here, I appreciate you 😊😊😊
@@The.LifeWithLori I appreciate the suggestion-thank you!! ☺️
Wowzer spendy
HI Melissa - thank you for watching. I appreciate you bing here! 😀😀😀
Instead of an iron - I just pack a piece of parchment paper
interesting...how does that work?
@@The.LifeWithLori It is like what you would use for baking cookies… I also use it for when I iron in heat treat vinyl when making shirts.. The iron glides over parchment and the clothes so much easier, does not scald clothes if the iron is too hot and protects it from other stuff that might be melted to an abused hotel iron. Be sure to use Parchment Paper NOT Wax paper.. wax paper would be a MAJOR fail. ;)
@@amay7457 That is so smart, thank you! and wax paper would certainly be a major fail 😂😂😂
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