New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
North Island
South Island

5 packing tips every traveller should know

Ruby Syme
November 29, 2018

So, your flights are booked, hotel organised and you’ve got a super cute travel diary ready to go. But wait! You’ve still gotta pack! Ugh. There’s nothing fun about folding, refolding and trying on clothes, then sitting on your suitcase to zip it up to realise you’ve forgot your toiletries!

But stressful and tedious as it is, packing is one of the most important parts of your trip! If you pack too much you’ll end up dragging heavy bags behind you all holiday but if you pack too little and forget an essential item, you’ll end up wasting valuable exploring time trying to find items it overseas! It’s a fine line, isn’t it fellow travellers? But rest assured, we’ve got you covered. Here are 5 awesome packing tips to make it that much easier.

 

1. Go easy on the toiletries

toiletries
This is often what takes up the most space! How can toothpaste, shampoo and moisturiser turn out to be so bulky? To minimise on toiletries, think about what’s actually essential and what you’ll be able to get at your destination. If there’s a special skin cream or shampoo you need to use, take that, but think about buying toothpaste, sunscreen and deodorant when you arrive. Chemists are everywhere!

2. Make a list

list
Hopefully it's not that long.

I know what you’re thinking, why waste time thinking about what to pack when you can just do it as you go? But remember that time you forgot your toothbrush, or that pair of earrings you desperately wanted to wear? Jotting down a list of little things (and big) that you need to pack can be a good reminder for when it comes down to the actual job. There are often things that pop into your head a weird times, like at work or in the shower, and writing these down ensures they’ll make their way into your suitcase.

3. Roll roll roll

packing
You got it panda.

It’s incredible how much more you can fit in your suitcase when you roll your clothes. Not only that, it’s also a good way to avoid creases. It also makes items easier to find as they’re not all stacked on top of each other. You can easily see the item you want to grab before rifling through too many of your clothes.

 

4. Double up

scarf
More than just a scarf.

Clothes that serve two purposes are your friends. If you can use the same item instead of packing two different things, you’ll save on space. A scarf that can double as pillow or a blanket is handy, as is a wrap skirt you can also use as a beach towel in a pinch. Leggings are also a must as they’re flexible for plane trips, can be worn for walking/exercise or under dresses and fold up small.

5. Choose clothes carefully

So much style.

Try and pack things that are versatile – basic colours that go with everything and classic cuts are your friends. There’s no point taking up space with clothes your not certain you’ll wear either, so make sure everything you take is comfortable and can be washed easily. Clothes that need no ironing and that don't require any special care are a good idea too.

 

holiday packing tips
No more of this!

 

So, there're our packing tips! Do you have any you swear by? Let us know!

AUTHOR PROFILE
Ruby Syme

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Related Posts

3 Fun & Cheap Things To Do in Taupo

Exploring New Zealand on a backpacker budget? Can't afford a skydive? Check out these cheap things to do in Taupo that won't break the bank! 1. Huka Falls Huka Falls are HUGE! How huge? 220,000 litres of flowing water per second kind of huge (that's enough to fill one Olympic sized swimming pool every 11 […]

Skydive Taupo: The Ultimate High

I once jumped from a 12ft roof and severely injured my nose. I’ve cracked a rib jumping on a trampoline. I’ve even broken my leg falling from 6ft (my height). So when the opportunity to jump out of a plane arose, naturally I approached with extreme caution. Skydive Taupo was the destination and 15000ft was […]

7 strange Easter traditions from around the world

The time for chocolate and hot cross buns is upon us! For many of us, Easter brings the promise of a long weekend and LOTS of chocolate, but not everyone celebrates with an Easter egg hunt or fluffy bunnies… here are 7 weird Easter traditions from around the world. 1) Easter crime, Norway Don't worry, […]

Take Your Love Down Under: 10 Most Romantic Destinations in Australia

What is your first thought when someone says ‘romantic destination’? For many travellers, that is usually Paris, Venice, or some dreamy tropical beach in a distant part of the world, and certainly not a country like Australia. While it is famous for its iconic cityscapes, Australia is so much more than the wild nightlife of […]

5 redenen om Nieuw-Zeeland niet te bezoeken

Translated by Simone Benneker. 1. Je loopt het risico om in een Hobbit te veranderen Je hebt de kans om de Hobbiton film set te bezoeken van de beroemde Lord of the Rings trilogie en Hobbit films. En OMG, het is het schattigste wat je ooit zal zien! Het is zelfs zo schattig, dat je […]

12 ways to survive your next long-haul flight

So you’ve booked your flights, packed your bag, charged your camera… now all that’s standing between you and your dream destination is that draining 12-hour flight. *groan* Luckily, we’re here to help! Here are 12 tricks to help make your next long-haul flight less of a nightmare. 1. Be choosey Choose your seat wisely to […]

Social Media

Accepted Payments

Members of

chevron-down