How to Pack a Carry On for a 2-Week Vacation

how to pack a carry on

2 weeks.

One carry on.

Is it possible to pack your two-week vacation into one compact over-the-shoulder bag?

There’s no question that it can be done. But, can it be done with style?

If you’re among the naysayers shaking your head right now, we’re here to prove you wrong.

Every jet setter knows the value of packing light. But, every fashionable traveler knows the challenges that come with packing light.

Many of us have spent years of globetrotting, lugging suitcase after suitcase, waiting on a countless number of conveyor belts to unfurl our luggage, at airport terminals far and wide.

Not to mention, the risks we’ve taken of becoming one of the 23 million whose belongings are lost or mishandled annually, according to a 2015 news.com report.

We’re here to say “No more.”

Read on to find out how to pack a carry on with everything you need for your next vacation!

How to Pack a Carry On for a 2 Week Vacation (and still have everything you need!)

Although you may be skeptical, by the time you finish reading this post, you’ll wonder why you haven’t been doing this for years.

There’s no telling how many vacation hours are spent on luggage-related tasks alone. That’s valuable time that you could be spending relaxing, sipping martinis, shopping for fabulous finds, enjoying your honeymoon, or indulging in local cuisine. But, you’re in luck.

Once we share the super-efficient way to pack a carry on, you’ll never have to skimp on your vacation to make time for luggage again.

1. First, Check the Weather and Make a Quick Checklist

The first thing that you need to do is check the weather of the destination where you will be visiting. Then, taking your cues from their local weather report, make a quick list of items you will need to pack and how many outfits you will need while away.

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This will give you a point of reference for packing. But, it will also help you to feel confident that you have everything you need, despite your smaller-than-average means of transporting your things.

2. The Right Carry On Bag is Crucial

Today’s carry on luggage options with enhanced smart technology make packing light a breeze.

First adapted for business travelers, these sleek, spinner-wheel compact bags and suitcases come with features such as portable USB ports, GPS trackers, code-protected locks, and compartments with microbial lining. Some models have expandable tabletops to hold your laptop.

The Modobag is the amazing futuristic carry on that took the world by storm when it came out as the first motorized ride-on carrying case. It can reach distances of up to 8 miles, making it easy to zip through the airport faster than ever before.

If you aren’t ready to fork out $1295 dollars for a Modobag, there are other options with equally as many travel-friendly features minus ride-on capabilities, such as Arlo Skye, or the Tylt-Pro Travel Bag that doubles as a backpack.

3. Try These Space-Saving Tricks of the Trade

When it comes time to pack your wardrobe, there are a few space-saving tips that will help you fit all of your belongings neatly into one carrying case.

  • Choose clothing in two or three complementary colors
  • Use space-saving bags, such as spacepaks, to keep items, such as shoes, accessories, and outfits, separated.
  • Choose fabrics that are wrinkle-resistant and items that you can mix and match, to get the most out of every inch of available packing space
  • Wear a versatile jacket or cardigan over your outfit when you board, as these tend to be the bulkiest wardrobe essential that you’ll need
  • Stick to one or two wear-with-everything accessories
  • Bring along one extra pair of shoes, and wear your most comfortable pair for the trip to your destination
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4. Packing Tips for Traveling Light

Place your laptop in the padded compartment.

Now, just fold or roll each item of clothing into one your largest travel compartment.

Fit the extra pair of shoes in a compartment squarely beside your clothes. Flats are definitely the most space-efficient pick.

Use extra compartments for items like socks, underwear, and camis. Squeeze these in extra holes or pockets where ever you have room.

Any books or magazine should be placed on top of your other belongings.

Then stash any other necessities, such as travel-sized beauty items, a notebook, a hairbrush, and the like, into the front pocket. Visit mall beauty counters before you go for sample beauty products to take along instead of full-size bottles.

Use an envelope to hold your identification and boarding passes. If you have a smaller zipper pouch compartment on the front of your bag, slide the envelope in it for easy access.

5. Don’t Forget Destination-Specific Items

In addition to outfits to wear, keep in mind your destination and don’t forget any out-of-the-norm items that you may need for your specific trip. These might include a swimsuit, flip-flops, or other essentials you might need where you’re going.

6. Toss and Replenish While You’re Away

Toss travel containers and use the extra space for souvenirs. Also, if there is any additional carrying room, snag complimentary shampoo, soaps, or anything you can cram in your carry on bag for your next travel-light excursion.

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