Heavier or bulky items should always go at the bottom of the suitcase—shoes, sweaters, sweats, etc. Light clothes or blouses ...

As a travel creator who’s spent the last 15 years living out of suitcases, I’ve inadvertently tried out more suitcases than I ...

This guide will walk you through step-by-step techniques to pack like a pro, ensuring a smoother, more organized journey. Before you even open your suitcase, take time to plan your outfits.

For example, footwear can be stuffed with socks. Then lay your shoes together heel to toe at the bottom of your suitcase. You also might roll your clothes or try the bundle technique. Julia ...

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I’ve packed it), I see the virtues of hard-shell suitcases over soft-sided options. A hard-side suitcase will shield what’s inside of it from sudden drops or bangs, where a soft-side offers ...

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If you're a road warrior like me, then every inch of your suitcase counts. But save some room, because here are three things to pack in your suitcase. Number 1-- an extension cord. Hotels don't ...