There is little more exciting than going on a city break for a long weekend.
It’s an opportunity to visit new places, soak up the culture, and explore the hidden gems the city has to offer. Although only a short break from your normal life, if you plan it well, a weekend away can be just as much as a tonic as a two-week vacation.
Your energy may be focused on the itinerary, but you need to think about what you are going to pack. The temptation is to take far too much, but with care and attention, you can just take carry-on luggage and avoid putting your bag in the hold.Who wants to waste time at the carousel?
How can you do that? Read on:
Travel outfit
Be clever about what you wear to travel in. Wear the garments that take up the most space in the luggage. An extra hoodie or sweater can be worn or tied around your waist. This gives you maximum space for your other items.
Layer up
The weather is a significant influence on what you need to pack. You don’t want to find that you have packed inappropriate clothing. If you are going to a city with a more relaxed or changeable climate, layering is the way to go. Layers are a space–saving alternative to packing bulky sweaters. Choose layers that have a complementing tone and color, so when you go indoors, you can remove them but still look dandy.
When it comes to packing your carry-on luggage, always roll your clothes. Rolled clothes take up less space than folded and has the additional benefit of stretching the fabric so when you get to your city destination, and they will be less creased. Perfect – who wants to waste time pressing clothes?
Comfortable shoes
If you are going to be doing lots of walking, you will need comfortable shoes. Painful feet are one way to take the shine from your weekend away. You may have a pair of much-loved sneakers to wear, but this means you will need to pack extra shoes to wear. Invest in some sneakers that are comfortable and fashionable to wear around the clock. Check out this Nike promo code for good discounts.
Toiletries
Toiletries always take up so much space in luggage, but with liquid restrictions on flights in carry-on luggage, you need to be extra smart. You can currently take 3.4 ounces or 100 ml on flights.
Rather than buying travel-sized versions of your usual brands, check out options that have multiple purposes— for example, all-in-one shampoo and conditioners, or a moisturizer with SPF. If you are traveling with a partner or friends, there is no need for everyone to take the same products, so agree planwho is bringing what.
So, there you have it, a guide to packing for carry-on luggage. All you need to now is go and have a blast. Do you have any other top tips for streamlining your packing?