Carry-On Travel Made Easy

1. ✈️ Why Go Carry-On Only?

• Skip baggage fees – Ditch hefty checked luggage costs
• Move faster on arrival – No waiting at baggage claim means you’re out the terminal sooner .
• Never lose your bag – It stays with you from departure to arrival

2. 🎒 Choose the Right Carry-On & Personal Item

• Pick a bag that fits standard airline size limits (typically ~22 × 14 × 9 in)
• A hard-shell suit‑case like Away’s Bigger Carry-On or Samsonite often holds 4–5 days of outfits comfortably
• Don’t forget your personal item—like a backpack or tote—for electronics and essentials

3. 🧩 Packing Pro Tips

• Roll clothes vertically – Saves space and prevents wrinkles
• Use packing cubes for organization and compression
• Adopt the “5‑4‑3‑2‑1” method – 5 tops, 4 bottoms, 3 shoes, 2 dresses, 1 accessory bag

4. 🛍️ Pick Multipurpose, Lightweight Items

• Stick to a capsule wardrobe: versatile layers, merino wool, or nylon pieces that dry quickly
• Wear your heaviest items (e.g., sneakers or jacket) on the plane to free up luggage space

5. 🧼 Nail Your Toiletries

• Pack them in a compact, clear bag—ready for easy security screening.

6. 🧠 Smarter & Stress-Free Packing

• Make a checklist and pre-pack the night before to avoid last-minute over-packing
• Apply the mantra: “If I can buy it there, I don’t need it now.”
• Repack twice – you’ll always find more space on the second run.

💡 Wrap-Up: Your Carry-On Checklist

• ✅ Right-sized carry-on + smart personal item
• ✅ Capsule wardrobe & layering options
• ✅ Rolled clothes + packing cubes
• ✅ TSA-compliant toiletries packed smartly
• ✅ Essentials handy—phones, meds, chargers
• ✅ A light heart and ready for anything!

Do you have any tips for going carry-on only?