That way, you’ll avoid the frustration of packing the whole trunk only to realize you forgot a duffle bag and have to start the process all over again. First, disassemble or collapse large items like strollers, for example, so they pack down as small as possible. Then, to make sure ...
I relocated to Fairbanks, Alaska, in 2014. Before my move, I researched travel essentials for a trip to Alaska. Everything I read said to layer up, but other than that, I felt rather lost. Now that I’ve made Alaska home for a few years, this post covers everything you need for a...
It's best to pack at least a day before the start of your trip If you pack just a few hours before leaving, you'll probably quickly fill your luggage with things you don't need.Write down your packing list.This can be the most important thing Think about what you really need to ta...
Packing for any trip takes some planning, but cruise vacations present a unique challenge. To help you decide what to bring, U. S. News has compiled this list of items to pack for your next cruise. Packable hats If you’re headed to the Caribbean or another warm-weather destination, ...
Not all winter trips translate to sun-drenched beach scenes on remote islands. For some of us, traveling during the months of December to March looks a little more local and snow-filled — making our suitcase contents less crochet bikini and more wool beanie. So, when winter getaways aren'...
You can fold down the pack itself into a carrying case that you can squeeze into the pocket of other bags. It’s perfect for serving as a secondary bag for souvenirs and other things that you might accumulate during a trip. What We Like and Don’t Like Ultralight Stuff Pack by Osprey ...
If you use a bunch of identical packing cubes, you’ll have no way of identifying what’s inside; finding what you need will be more difficult than necessary. Wrinkles Depending on how you pack your packing cubes, your clothescouldend up more wrinkled than if you justrolled or folded them...
For travelers who want their apps to inspire a sense of unbridled wanderlust, Packing Pro may prove disappointing. If you value functionality and features over good looks, however, it could be the way to go. iOS, $2.99 PackKing The free version ofPackKingis pretty limited. You can manually...
It also allows you to travel with just one carry-on bag (which is all some strict airlines allow) but still have a small bag for exploring. A collapsible daypack is also useful when you don’t need a bag for the whole day. You could pack a folding backpack inside your handbag or poc...
I put a dozen of the best packable down jackets to the test to see which would come out on top for warmth, weight, and packability across a variety of conditions. Best Overall: Big Agnes Women’s Luna Jacket/Men’s Shovelhead Best for Backpacking: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer 2 ...