{"id":21896,"date":"2023-08-31T00:00:56","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T04:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=21896"},"modified":"2024-06-28T14:12:18","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T18:12:18","slug":"how-to-pack-a-suitcase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/your-life\/how-to-pack-a-suitcase\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Pack a Suitcase"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Learning how to pack a suitcase efficiently and effectively is a rite of passage. The hasty and messy habits we’ve leaned on for years tend to stop serving us once we realize the benefits a well-packed bag can have on our travels \u2013 and our sanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just think of how good it could be. No more\nscrounging through wrinkled, balled up clothes, trying to keep soiled items\naway from fresh pieces, and hoping against hope that any toiletries stay in\ntheir respective containers instead of spilling all over \u2013 and even ruining \u2013\neverything else. Instead, envision yourself enjoying a clean and orderly\nsuitcase with a place for each piece and each piece in its place.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, we\u2019re here to teach you how to turn\nthat vision into a reality that you can return to throughout your life. And let\nus assure you: Figuring out how to pack a suitcase\nwell (and remember everything you wanted to bring) is not overly complicated,\nbut it is a skill and a bit of a science. Keep scrolling for expert advice on\npacking well in general, as well as insight into specialized situations like how to pack a suit in a suitcase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Packing Tips to Make Your Next Trip a Breeze<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Think about how you\u2019ll travel. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before you even pull your bags out of your basement or self-storage unit<\/a>, take a moment to think through all the ways you\u2019ll travel. Will you be flying or driving? Checking a bag or carrying on? Also, consider how far you\u2019ll have to walk with your luggage, and what those conditions will look like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Think about what you\u2019ll be doing on your trip.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Next give some thought as to what you\u2019ll be doing and the temperature in which you\u2019ll be doing it. No need to pack high heel sandals for a trek through the Andes, after all. If you\u2019re traveling for a wedding or another formal event, however, you\u2019ll need to not just figure out how to correctly lay a suit or pack a dress in a suitcase but also make sure the bag you\u2019re using is the right size and capacity for the items. As you might expect, shoving a three-piece in a duffel bag is not going to make for the best results.     <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Familiarize yourself with any travel restrictions. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are flying, visit your airline\u2019s website for specific information about luggage size and weight limitations and be sure to follow them<\/em>. No one likes being surprised at the airport with an unexpected fee, and airlines have become extremely strict about what does or doesn\u2019t \u201cfly.\u201d Additionally, check for any updates to TSA rules<\/a> as well. There is nothing sadder than having to throw out expensive toiletries at the security line because they\u2019re over the size limit. Ask us how we know. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Use the smallest size bag you can. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Scale down your bag and include what you really need.
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It\u2019s human nature to stuff a suitcase to its limit, so be aware that the bigger the bag you choose \u2013 the more pieces you are going to pack. Aim for as petite a pack as possible. Remember that you can buy another bag at your destination, if necessary, to get your souvenirs home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Follow the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The New York Times<\/em><\/a> suggests using the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 packing method for a weeklong trip: five pairs of socks and five pieces of underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes, and one hat. It\u2019s a great place to start and can easily be supplemented with items specific to your trip and planned activities like swimsuits, exercise gear, or formal wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Look at everything you want to pack together. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make your bed and then lay out everything you are planning to bring on it to get a true sense of both the volume and variety of your chosen items. Do you really need three black tank tops or four pairs of shorts? Cut out anything and everything extra, even if that means you might have to do a bit of laundry in your hotel room at some point. Pro tip:<\/em> pack soap leaves<\/a> that take up very little room and easily dissolve in a sink or tub. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Invest in packing cubes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For those of you forever struggling with how to pack a suitcase: the answer has been made clear. Packing cubes. These lightweight wonders not only maximize space by compressing items, but they also keep you tidy on the road. No more dumping out your bag on the floor to try to find your underwear. With packing cubes, everything is organized and at your fingertips. Don\u2019t forget to pack an empty cube for dirty clothes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Roll, roll, roll your clothes. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Untidy<\/a>
Roll your clothes for more space and your future self will thank you.
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Even if you\u2019re using packing cubes, you\u2019re still going to want to roll your clothes as tightly as possible. Though Travel & Leisure<\/em><\/a> might not completely agree, rolled clothes seem<\/em> to attract less wrinkles than folded clothes, and let you really maximize space in your cubes, suitcase, or both. They also make it easier to take advantage of unused space. Rolled up t-shirt inside of a shoe? Don\u2019t mind if we do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Leave space for specialty items. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Brown<\/a>
Pack the things you need during your trip at the top of your bag.
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Now that garment bags seem to be a thing of the past, it can be hard to know how to pack a suit in a suitcase or carry-on. Luckily for all of us, Brooks Brothers put together a handy guide (with video)<\/a> simplifying and summarizing the process. If you\u2019re wondering how to pack a dress in a suitcase or carry-on, the good news is: it\u2019s much simpler. Check out this blog from Who What Wear<\/a> <\/strong>for easy-to-follow tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Pack toiletries last \u2013 and on top.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While organizing your suitcase, try to leave a hollow in the items at the top of the bag where you can snugly fit your toiletries case. Experts recommend keeping a case packed and ready to go with travel-sized favorites to make sure you don\u2019t forget anything. Don\u2019t forget to double-bag any liquid items to help prevent leaks, and always keep prescription medicine with you in a carry-on.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know how to pack a suitcase, the next step is figuring out where to go and, if the trip is long enough, what to do with your household possessions while you\u2019re gone. We might not be able to help you with the first part, but CubeSmart has guides on everything from storing a refrigerator<\/a> to downsizing your home<\/a> \u2013 and much more. Explore theStorage Space blog<\/a> for all the advice you\u2019ll ever need to clean, organize, pack, and optimize your living \u2013 and traveling \u2013 quarters.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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