30 Packing HACKS | How to pack carry on only in 2024

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5 жыл бұрын

Travel Carry On ONLY in 2024 with these genius tips and hacks!! Save money and fly cheap by going carryon only.
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Flying with only a carry on will save you money and time at the airport, but it isn’t always easy! In today’s video, I share my top tips and hacks to help you travel with just a carry on in 2024! Good Luck and enjoy!
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@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Raise your hand if you're going to give CARRY ON ONLY a try! ✋ You got this! Keep being resourceful and making the MOST of limited space. 😚 Download all the hacks here: mailchi.mp/9c55fa5242dd/x6o8dh23cj

@LeiGullyBrunette 5 жыл бұрын

I've been doing carryon only for years. Successfully spent 2 weeks in Europe with only a carryon.

@MusicJunky3 4 жыл бұрын

People get annoyed when they see my carry on and them struggling with suitcases.

@shippermd 4 жыл бұрын

Am going to Fla and CA for 3 weeks at end of Sept till Mid Oct. Having a heck of a time trying to put together a capsule wardrobe! And its the SHOES! I cannot decide on only 2 to 3 pairs! I have like 5 or 6 pair that I wanna bring! Lol! Arrgghhh! :/

@heleneg525 2 жыл бұрын

I've taken carry-ons for several years now. I just take fewer outfits!

@robertpullis 5 жыл бұрын

Add a medium size paper binder (clip) from any office supply store to use to keep hotel curtains closed. Clip curtains closed at the bottom with a bit of overlap. Sometimes you need to sleep in. As a former airline pilot, I learned to get more sleep with this hack. Who wants a blast of sunlight streaming in through a crack in your curtains? A wonderful flight attendant shared that one with me on my very first trip.

@NephthysDeRiourt 5 жыл бұрын

I just use one of the hotel's clothes hanger that has clips for pants😊

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Genius! Thank you for sharing Rob!

@saintinlower48 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea!

@sergiotmujica 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have been traveling with only one bag only for 20+ years. I realized very early that wheels add weight to your suitcase, a couple of pounds, and you have to carry it using your hands at least 50% of the time. SO I travel with either a backpack or a small bag. It is better to use soft bags rather than hard shell suitcases. And keep it even lighter than possible.

@JBass33 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing quite like having to spread out your stuff on the airport floor to decide what you can throw away to make the weight limit on your flight home. And sometimes the airline won’t let you take extra weight even if you are willing to pay for it. It convinced me that a luggage scale is crucial.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

YES, totally essential!!

@mikerilling2745 3 жыл бұрын

As an aviator for 40 years and a 1 bag only traveler for those 40 years and more than 3,000 trips I don't know any PROFESSIONAL who STILL uses packing cubes. Every experienced traveler that I know uses one gallon Ziploc bags which saves an amazing amount of space because you can easily squeeze out all the air and it takes up less space. What would a ziplock bag you can easily see what's inside everything no guessing. Finally if anything happens to leak your whole bag is not ruined which is something you cannot do with cubes

@joyceb5864 Жыл бұрын

Instead of a beach towel, I take a microfiber towel in its own zipper bag. It weighs almost nothing compared to the bulky beach towel and has dual purposes. When folded in its bag it serves as a pillow or back cushion and as a beach towel it dries quickly. It can also serve as a wrap or blanket on the flight. I never use the bulky beach towels anymore, even when I drive to the beach.

@rainmutt3240 3 жыл бұрын

If you forget or don't own your portable luggage scale, weigh your luggage on a scale at any empty airline ticketing kiosk....they're always working whether someone is there or not

@rebeldeity428 Жыл бұрын

Bless your heart, all your traveling tips & tricks are great! Thank you so very much!

@Squirrelnutter 3 жыл бұрын

Every time I go to the USA, I take old and tatty underwear/pairs of socks etc ..wear them during my holiday, discard them as I go, and then travel home with packs of new underwear and no dirty washing!

@MusicJunky3 5 жыл бұрын

Wow ! Where have you been ?! Clear spoken, practical info, attractive voice, no beating around the bush,smart and alright...easy to watch ! What more does one want ?

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Totally made my day, hope to catch you back here next week!

@MusicJunky3 4 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional I'm in the process of gorging on the rest ,! You really know what you are talking about don't you ? 😍

@markp448 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your guidance!

@claudiamiller7730 3 жыл бұрын

HA!...bikinis in a bag inside a shoe!....”some” people need bathing suits inside a pillowcase inside a duffle bag...LOL!!

@kimgrod Жыл бұрын

Good tips, thanks

@harmonyln7 4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with what you say about rolling clothes when packing them. For brushing teeth, I use some toothpaste tablets. The particular ones I use thankfully don't contain fluoride. I also have a shampoo bar, soap bar, deodorant stick and a conditioner bar. The shampoo and conditioner bars in particular last for so long! They take up very little space in my bag, so can put the pars in their tins and off we go. The jar of toothpaste tablets is tiny too, so you can reuse it for say chopped or ground herbs or spices etc. That's what I plan to do with mine anyway. Those last for ages too since you only use one at a time.

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

This is such great info!!! Thanks for sharing, and hope to catch you back on the channel again soon. Awesome stuff!

@theorangecircle1066 2 жыл бұрын

Never knew about toothpaste tablets. Will check them out. Thanks for sharing. :)

@fjdkfdfjdf33 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Carry on is the way to go. 7kg isn't much, but its possible. Seeing others travel with big heavy check in luggage looks awkward and unnecessary. You can always get your clothes cleaned at your destination when needed.

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, Philip!! :D

@adeenkhopatkar8233 5 жыл бұрын

Totally loved the towel around the neck one and it blew my mind! Sooo thoughtful and original too!!!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

It was something I started doing after family beach days on the long car rides home. Totally perfect for airplanes too! Glad you enjoyed and thanks for letting me know 😚

@crisyorke1328 5 жыл бұрын

Packing cube is a MUST. It saved my life while traveling around Europe.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Right!? I wouldn't even know how to pack without them at this point.

@peterlemke3468 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely the single best packing tip. Then when you arrive at your destination it's easy to find what you're looking for.

@tinahuttner7280 2 жыл бұрын

Ziplock bags can do just as good of a job, you can squeeze the air out.

@carolgreen5586 Жыл бұрын

Just started with packing cubes. Not only do they compress everything but you can organize them to avoid digging around looking for stuff.

@PREPFORIT 5 жыл бұрын

Good tips/ hacks. Thank You for clarifying the ONE Liter total thing for all Liquids. Now I have to Doublecheck all my below 100ml items to make sure they do not add up ! Good Point about carrying solid forms of some liquids. One item I always carry is a small solid "Laundry bar". In case I am in the middle of no where, no change of clothes etc.. . Excellent towel - Neck pillow idea btw . have a great week.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! I am so glad the tips were helpful. Love the laundry bar idea, hadn't thought of that one!🙌

@adalix3954 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Megan, I definitely love your hacks videos!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Any requests? I'd love to cover your questions in an upcoming hack video !

@chrismarcus3058 Жыл бұрын

great stuff as always lispy. the rolling packing example was toe curling exciting find.

@travelbygungahlia 11 ай бұрын

Love it your story telling style is very easy to listen and learn from too well done

@PortableProfessional 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for listening!

@teeka004 3 жыл бұрын

I just love your accent! It kind of sounds like you’re from Boston. Love the videos! Really helpful.

@dradrianjasper1006 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks megan!! Your channel is really helpful!! 100 trips!! Wow!!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

It's been almost 3 years around SEA and flights really are the best way to get around! The flights start adding up fast :) So glad it was help, exciting trip coming up for you?

@maryambarfei1862 5 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos 😊 quite useful and fun

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Maryam! Hope to catch you back on the channel for more soon

@StrangerStories 5 жыл бұрын

Love the cute intro animation! Great video 🤗

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I had some great advice to have it made 😉

@browatzkes 3 жыл бұрын

I always travel w a carry on and back pack. My backpack sits on the top of my carryon as it has a place on the back for the carryon handle to slip through. I never have to carry anything as I travel unless there are stairs. Saves my back and helps me move quickly.

@meemocass2145 4 жыл бұрын

again wow, so helpful

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Meemo, thank you as always for letting me know. SO great to have you here!! Wishing you all the best and sending hugs from Mexico!

@crisyorke1328 5 жыл бұрын

On one flight from Helsinki to Singapore, I have over 20 lbs overweight and I just checked in one of the carry on while leaving the rest outside, and it works! Phew! did not have to pay for any overweight item!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Lucky that you got away with it! Nice!

@EibaProductions 5 жыл бұрын

Here's also a little hack: Bring along (in your liquids bag) a container with washing detergent. So you can easily wash dirty clothes in the sink and in the end, you don't have to bring along a lot of clothes for every single day. Also: make sure to check out the carry-on policies of your airline. They can vary by a lot. From a carry-on without any weight restrictions to 10/8/6 kg. Also the sizes are not universal, and some airlines only allow you to only take a personal item with you.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Very true!!! Thanks, Mike! i hope this was helpful for a general overview, but totally agree you need to check. Everything is variable, the airline industry is wild!

@RetroDiver 2 жыл бұрын

Laundry bars or even strip detergent help save your liquid space.

@JessicaVoicedOut 5 жыл бұрын

I love your voice

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Hahah LOVE this!!! Hope to catch you back here for more soon! Have a good one and happy travels!

@thevagabondlawyershivangis6179 5 жыл бұрын

Lovely feed 😍

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know! Hope you learned a few tricks. Great to have you here!

@michellekaye723 4 жыл бұрын

If you buy liquids at the airport, just remember if you’re returning with hand luggage only the 100ml rule will apply when you bring it home.

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Michelle, great point! Thanks for sharing and I hope to catch you back on the channel again soon :)

@caroline_catbridges_kitty5384 5 жыл бұрын

Some air ports have luggage scales next to the kiosk where you get your boarding pass and check in.😏

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I never even thought to look! Thanks! The only problem would be that if the bag is overweight.... you are already packed and at the airport 😅 Thanks for sharing!!

@krystlemeyer7029 5 жыл бұрын

Sephora will give you three free samples from each of their categories of products (so three free skin care, three free fragrance, three free makeup). All you have to do is ask. Added bonus is that the (albeit small) containers that they use are washable and reusable so you can use the containers again on future trips (and these containers are also free....)

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Oh I didn't know I could get three of each!? Awesome. It's a little awkward to ask sometimes, but SO worth it. Thanks for sharing!

@theeaviatordreamer 5 жыл бұрын

Those are some impressive hacks Megan! I’ll try then out on my next trip coming up in July 😎😎

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Goodluck!! The big struggle for me is keeping the weight in check 😅

@theeaviatordreamer 5 жыл бұрын

Same here!! Specially when going back and forth to Hawaii with all my gear for the ocean!

@fernandomofreita79 5 жыл бұрын

I hope that you are well Megan! I would like to know from you if possible please the following: What is the best and safest money option when traveling... ATM cards, travelers cheques, or cash? Thank you!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Tough question to answer in a comment. It really depends where you are traveling. For example, i aviod ATMs in Vietnam due to the high fees, and aviod using cards in Bali as i know SO many travelers that have had their credit cards copied and hacked. I'm so glad you left this comment, it will make a great video topic. Coming soon!

@lesliefranklin1870 2 жыл бұрын

Note that in boarding a plane at Inchon airport I was forced to dump my bottled water out. I had bought it just after going through security. It was a long, thirsty flight.

@sunshinesmile94 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, that is weird. I fly through Incheon all the time and this never happened. At what point did you get stopped? At the gate as you were about to board?

@lesliefranklin1870 2 жыл бұрын

@@sunshinesmile94 Just before boarding the plane, on the jetway carpet.

@lawrencetan6615 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! Your videos are awesome. If I might add my own hack; I would implore people to look up wrinkle free, odor free fabrics for travel clothing. Instead of trying to pack 5 days of shirts you can settle for 1-2 with the right fabrics. Also packing some detergent to wash clothes in a sink/tub isn't a bad idea, so long as the water's fine to wash things in where you're going.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

SO smart!! I never even considered the fabrics. Thank you, Lawrence!

@McCulloughFarms1 2 жыл бұрын

Spot on with the fabrics. I've changed most of my clothes to performance wear and roll them up tight. I can pack a few days worth in my carry ons.

@tiffanysteen1845 2 жыл бұрын

Looking tips for 4-5 day trip to TX I can save on cheap flight if I’m willing only take my back pack

@the-red-ghost 4 жыл бұрын

For some reason in kuwait airport they take the water bottles from you even if you buy them from the duty free you can't take any liquid into the plane

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Oh that's so strange! I've never been through that airport, thanks for sharing!

@the-red-ghost 4 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional you're welcome

@raisin21 Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@josielancaster7095 Жыл бұрын

❤

@sugarbear1225 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏾

@spellbindingjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips. Beware some airports put the security at the gate so this can be a problem. These airports include Singapore, Buenos Aires, San Salvador and Belgrade as well as Kuala Lumpur’s low cost air terminal. Some stores will pagare liquids specially so u can take them trough security. Be sure to ask.

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jay, appreciate the advice!! Every airport has different rules, it's so important to do research on the specific one you fly out of. Thanks again, this is great advice for anyone reading!

@pmarmify 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in England & have to have prescription liquid nutrition can I get free baggage allowance?

@smilealways4103 5 жыл бұрын

Do we have to take out makeup when going through security? I am traveling first time with a carry on only and dont know anything. These tips are helpful.

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Glad they were helpful! Yes, if it is liquid! Any liquids (foundation, liquid eyeliner) need to come out and count towards your 1000mL limit.

@smilealways4103 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional oh, thank you so much

@nyx4317 2 жыл бұрын

Megan can you correct me if my understanding is wrong. So I am planning to bring 500 ml gel (it's a month vacation). Since it did not pass the 3-1-1 rule, It must be placed in the check-in luggage. Is my understanding correct?

@carolgreen5586 Жыл бұрын

Correct

@pedrojuliancereceda8301 5 жыл бұрын

Any tips regarding VIP, s lounges? Nice venue to relax, edible food, amiable staff? My thanks in advance!

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I sit outside the lounges and steal the WIFI, OR purchase discount lounge passes online through sites like KIjiji and eBay. Definitely worth looking into if you have a long layover!

@pedrojuliancereceda8301 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional My thanks! I, ll follow your suggestion!

@davidroland233 5 жыл бұрын

just wondering if you ever been to Jomtien beach Thailand

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

No, I haven't! Have you? If you are planning a trip I would love to know about your experience there. Sorry I can't be of any help on this one!

@crisyorke1328 5 жыл бұрын

I always wear a blazer to put the charger and heavy stuff onto my pocket. Though, now that I have a $21k Brioni overcoat and $5k suit, I don’t know if I want to put sharp and heavy object to my expensive outfit. Umm...Though I haven’t traveled out for 1 year! Hoping to move out end of this year or early next year. Singapore is getting exhausting to me.

@jimjohnson6944 5 жыл бұрын

Weird flex but ok

@itchyfeet6190 2 жыл бұрын

Ok belts for men. ( Better idea ) wear you favourite one on the flight. On holiday you should not need any others.

@pinatacreaturehudson1145 3 жыл бұрын

Don't forgot the weight limit for carry ons is 25 pounds at most. Try to split your amount of things in you carry on in half. Safe travels!

@ed6213 3 жыл бұрын

I think that carry-on weight limits depend on the airline. If I am not mistaken, Air Canada says there is no weight limit for carry-on, except that you mist be able to put it in the overhead bin without help.

@darlenecrone5585 Жыл бұрын

You are sneaky.

@jeffreycrawley1216 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoying this series of videos while waiting for the World to reopen, thanks for keeping us informed/amused. One thing I used to hate about travelling was that you can never seem to buy "travel" sized toothpaste anymore (or is it just the UK?). Everybody seems to think you need a jumbo-sized tube but for a solo traveller on a short trip (and having had a brand new 150ml tube confiscated going through security: "I'm sorry sir, it must be less than 100ml!") this video on "customising" a larger tube for travel might be useful. There are even ways to refill your mini toothpaste tube 'mouth-to-mouth'! Let "Roman" help you out kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y9Kiq7NhupzLfWg.html

@Aidan_Au 5 жыл бұрын

Megan is a master of rolling clothes into smaller pieces

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I learned everything from KZfaq!

@ed6213 3 жыл бұрын

Time and time and time, again, I always hear that the 100 ml (or 3 oz) liquid containers should be collected in a zip-lock bag of no more than 1 L (or 1 Qt). That is one of the most useless pieces of information that one can give. Have you EVER seen a box of zip-lock bags at the grocery store (or wherever you buy them) that declare each bag's volume (in mL, L or Qt)?? I haven't. So, PLEASE state the flat dimensions of the bag (like it shows on the zip-lock bag boxes, such as X cm by Y cm, or whatever) so people will know what size to buy when they are preparing to travel. Stating that the bag must be at most 1 L or 1 Qt is absolutely useless when looking for the right size at the store. If you want, you could state both the flat dimensions and the volumetric size of the bag, but stating the flat dimensions is absolutely essential. The TSA and CATSA/ATSCA are also notorious for failing to add this information. (Well, they are notorious for a lot of other reasons too, but this is one of them.) So, just what ARE the linear flat dimensions of the 1 L (or 1 Qt) liquids zip-lock bag?

@Aidan_Au 5 жыл бұрын

Someone right now wants you to pack them in the carry on and fly with you lol

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

That sounds like an awfully uncomfortable flight 😅

@leohoward7282 4 жыл бұрын

The problem with Carry on for me is I carry a lot of stuff.

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

More than you need ;) I found it so much less stressful when I started traveling with less. Less to look after, fewer decisions to make each day (i.e. what to wear)

@leohoward7282 4 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional as a guy I like to have lots of contingency plans for spilling stuff on me. And maybe a few shirts to go with my Tuxes. But I might try rationalise. Being a guy I'd love to know how you a women rationed herself since women like to wear lots of dresses which we men love about them.

@leohoward7282 4 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional being a guy I never stress about what to wear loving Women I in an Affectionate solidarity feel for their and your struggles

@morethanmeetstheeye1355 Жыл бұрын

@@leohoward7282 🎉

@morethanmeetstheeye1355 Жыл бұрын

@@leohoward7282 granted this reply is in March of 2023; hope it helps. We will skip the dresses bc I find them uncomfortable. Yet I reduce space needed by doing the three for rule. For every pair of pants/jeans I have three shirts/blouses to create outfits. The same for other items; I have a favorite embellished sport coat that is very feminine , it must go with at least three outfits or it doesn’t go. Same with shoes - one pair of simple and easy, one pair of sneakers, and I’ll be wearing my heavy/clunky walking boots on board. And yes, they go with nearly everything I’m packing bc I will walk them on every outing so my ankles are supported. I hope this has helped you.

@Mr.DJones Ай бұрын

And five years later... :)

@PortableProfessional Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@VV-jw3rm 5 жыл бұрын

What's your IG?

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

Woot woot, I'd love to connect! It's @megan.gougeon :)

@richwhippersnapper Жыл бұрын

I only fly carry-on, even for international flights

@Grayman58 3 жыл бұрын

Any good military man will roll up all his clothing it takes less space

@maineoutdoorsman677 6 ай бұрын

You sould do modeling ,ur beautiful women

@leohoward7282 5 жыл бұрын

Your voice sounds a bit different like you come from the Bronx not Canada

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I hear that a lot, I promise I'm Canadian 😅

@leohoward7282 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional oh I see good to know

@leohoward7282 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional personally it was this video it seemed so pronounced

@leohoward7282 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional here I was thinking that was an original comment Darn

@leohoward7282 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional sorry went a bit crazy with comments

@whatsup02 4 жыл бұрын

Why nobody commented on her face and physique. You could be a model!

@PortableProfessional 4 жыл бұрын

Haha Thanks! Hope to catch you back on the channel again!

@woulddrow540 8 ай бұрын

in which part of the world do ppl talk like this? never heard this kind of accent

@crisyorke1328 5 жыл бұрын

The skin tone between your face and your body is mismatched. LOL

@PortableProfessional 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a far cry from perfect, this is just one of the many mismatched things that make me unique. ☺

@crisyorke1328 5 жыл бұрын

@@PortableProfessional But your blond hair is perfect! Usually the body is a little more tan than the face when exposed to the sun, don't really know why though.