7 Golden Rules For Packing

Published: OCT 9, 2025

START BEFORE YOU THINK

Start at least a week before departure to avoid last-minute stress. Plan what you need, identify if anything needs to be purchased, and set things aside. This way, packing will feel smooth and not rushed.

ONE MASTER LIST, ONE MORNING TO-DO LIST

Two lists saves time and sanity. A master list for clothes, shoes, electronics, and essentials. A morning list for must-haves like passport, phone, wallet, and charger, items you can’t forget.

MAXIMISE LIFE WITH COMPRESSION CUBES

Compression cubes are a traveller’s secret weapon. They save space and keep your clothes organised by category. Only pack what fits. Pro tip: if you don’t wear it at home, you won’t wear it on vacation.

KEEP YOUR GROOMING KIT NEAT AND ACCESSIBLE

A good toiletry kit is a must- not to avoid spills, but to make the routine easier when you arrive. Keep it pre-packed with travel-sized essentials, so everything you need for a shower or grooming session is neatly ready to go.

TRACK YOUR BAGS

An AirTag or similar tracking device is worth the investment. Slip one in each suitcase, you’ll always know where your bags are. If anything goes missing, it makes tracking them back much easier.

WEIGH BEFORE YOU WANDER

Avoid the embarrassment and extra fees; weigh your luggage before you leave. No scale? Hold your bag, weigh yourself, then subtract your weight, Or grab a portable luggage scale, which saves a lot of stress and is cheap.

LEAVE ROOM FOR THE SOUVENIRS

Souvenirs will always sneak into your bag. Avoid packing your bag to the brim; leave some space. You’ll avoid struggling to fit things or buying an extra bag on the way back.

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