Packing Tips
We’ve been travelling full-time with just carry-on luggage for 12 years and believe that packing light is the secret to stress-free travel.
By travelling carry-on only, you’ll save time at airports, save money on checked luggage fees, and reduce the stress of hauling bulky bags.
To get started read our latest carry-on only packing list and how to use packing cubes to save space.
See below for more packing tips, gear reviews, and packing lists.
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