
Suitcase / Carry On
Airlines differ in luggage size restrictions, so I measure for the stingiest ones (e.g. Delta, United). Many airlines allow you to bring on 1 carry-on AND 1 personal item.
Carry on – I take my suitcase with my carryon for international flights, because I can. But make sure your small suitcase is smaller than: 22x14x9 carry-on limit
The small suitcase goes on top while your carryon stays at your feet. Some airlines are stingy, so here is one guideline:
Airlines differ in luggage size restrictions, so I measure for the stingiest ones (e.g. Delta, United). Many airlines allow you to bring on 1 carry-on AND 1 personal item.
Carry on – I take my suitcase with my carryon for international flights, because I can. But make sure your small suitcase is smaller than: 22x14x9 carry-on limit
The small suitcase goes on top while your carryon stays at your feet. Some airlines are stingy, so here is one guideline:
- Your carry-on bag can be up to 45 inches (22 x 14 x 9 in) including handles and wheels.
Personal item - personal item limit
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Suitcase size (for shipping domestic) – bring a medium size, and half fill it, so you have space to bring back gifts and souvenirs.
Things that MUST be shipped in your suitcase (cannot carry on):
Don’t forget:
How to pack: Use your socks as cushions for fragile items like glass. Sometimes you can pack them IN your socks/sweaters. Business suits can be packed in a very large zip lock bag. Blow some air in before you zip it. You can buy some vacuum seal bags to compress your clothes. Instead of folding your shirts/pants, roll them up one at a time and line them in. You can pack your hat or shoes by packing them with socks, so it doesn't get flattened. Pack light! You don't need a different shirt for everyday. A 5-day trip doesn't mean you pack 5 different outfits. You can always buy a souvenir T-shirt, so now you can pack 1 less shirt. souvenir hat? souvenir tie? If you need something, you can buy it there. Just pack enough toothpaste, etc for the first couple of days. You can buy soap, floss, socks, etc over there. There are many laundry services for cheap, and it's worth it. And it's not too hard to handwash in the sink. Don't bring a book. Time to live what books write about! But go ahead and bring a journal to write on. |
Roll up your clothes
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