Those linen pants may exude the beach vibe you have in mind, but by the time you arrive at your destination, they'll be creased, and it'll take a day (or some mid-vacation ironing) to get them wrinkle-free. You're better packing fabrics like rayon, lyocell, polyester, and spandex.
3.Channel some capsule wardrobe energy while you pack.
4.So you don't get too bored with your capsule wardrobe, pack a few fun accessories that don't take up much space (think: scarves, jewelry, and sunglasses).
A basic colored capsule wardrobe is probably not ideal if you're going on a beach vacation that calls for bright colors or traveling to fashion-driven cities like Paris. If that's the case, bring along a couple pieces of statement jewelry, a colorful scarf, or a pair of cute sunglasses.
5.If you're going somewhere cold, bring a jacket that folds down into nothing.
6.If you're traveling for longer than a week, pack with the expectation that you'll do a load of laundry on your trip.
7.Limit yourself to just one (maaaybe two) dressy outfits.
Remember, you're on vacation, so chances are you'll be donning a swimsuit coverup or sweatpants most days. With that in mind, limit yourself to just one or two dressy outfits (bonus if you can capsule-wardrobe your way into bringing a few staples to create two looks).
8.Pack your socks into your shoes and use smaller clothing items to cushion things like hats, heels, and collared shirts.
9.Put your shoes in shower caps or a plastic grocery bag before packing them in your suitcase.
10.If you're flying, wear an outfit that's security-friendly.
11.Put a spare outfit (and essential toiletries and medications) in your carry-on or personal item.
12.Max out your personal item when flying.
13.If you're flying and checking a bag, make sure to weigh it before you get to the airport.
Repacking your bag on the floor of the airport (or worse yet, paying extra for a "heavy" bag) is totally degrading. Avoid the drama by weighing your bag at home before you get to the airport. And if a scale isn't available to you, bring along a canvas shopping bag to stuff any overflow in.
14.Create a toiletry go bag.
15.Create an on-the-go sleep bag that has everything you need to fall asleep anywhere.
When you're traveling, you never know what the day will bring. An energy bar, a bag of pretzels, and a water bottle will help you get past things like flight delays, rescheduled buses, and traffic.
17.Bring a reusable shopping bag that can double as a day bag.
18.Make sure your passport, wallet, and phone are easily accessible throughout your travel day.
19.Use a packing app or make a list on your phone so you can jot down things as you think of them.
20.Take photos of your luggage — and potentially the stuff you packed — in case your baggage gets lost or damaged and you have to file a claim.
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