Family Packing Tips For Light Packing

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Thinking about going on a family vacation but worried about everything you have to pack to keep the whole family prepared? Packing light, especially when packing for kids can feel like an impossible task, but it doesn’t have to be. You’ve come to the right place! Today, we’re going to be taking a look at how to pack light for your family vacation.

Perhaps you’re going sightseeing in the American Midwest. Perhaps you’re planning on hopping on a cruise from Charleston. Whatever the case, we’ve got you covered. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning on packing light.

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Family Packing Tips for Light Packing

Get vacuum packs

Vacuum packs won’t help you to pack any lighter, but they will help you to conserve space so that you can fit more stuff inside your cases. They’re perfect for transporting your clothes, but they’re also great for when you arrive at your destination and you’re living out of your suitcase. They help prevent digging through your suitcase and throwing articles from side to side Pro tip- consider packing full outfits in one cube i.e. underwear, socks, tee, and pants. Packing individual outfits will help the kids stay organised as well!

Pack sandals

Flip-flops take up hardly any room, are super lightweight and they’re suitable for all sorts of different outings, whether you’re lounging around at the hotel or you’re relaxing on the beach. Sandals pack flat and some pairs can be worn dressed up or dressed down depending on where you’re headed.

Pack with multipurpose in mind

Travel writer Katie Coakley suggests finding items that serve multiple different purposes. Sure, you might not be allowed to take a Swiss army knife onboard a flight as part of your carry-on, but you can take blankets that double up as pillows and passport cases that also work as a wallet.

Start with a smaller bag

Most people find that they automatically expand the amount of stuff that they pack to match the size of the bag that they’re planning to use. If you start with a smaller bag and try to pack everything you need into that, you can then switch up to a larger size and still have room left over.

Go digital

One great way to keep luggage sizes down is to go digital. Pack Kindles instead of physical books and handheld games consoles instead of puzzles. There’s going to be plenty for you to do on the vacation of course, but it can never hurt to have a digital entertainment while travelling to your destination

Conclusion

Now that you know just a few of our top tips for packing and travelling light, you’re ready to hit the road! Remember that the lighter you’re able to pack, the smoother your journey will be. It can also be cheaper if you’re planning on flying because you won’t have to check-in as much luggage. Just make sure that you don’t forget any of your essentials. Happy travels!