As a regular traveler, Les Schlais has to ensure that he packs appropriately for every destination that he heads to. In some cases, this means packing lighter than he might have wanted to. This is a common problem that is often faced by people who are traveling on budgets, so try to keep these pointers in mind to ensure you pack light, while still having everything you need.
Make A Checklist
If you have restrictions on your packing the first thing you should do is create a checklist of all of the things you think you will need at your destination. With that in place you can start pruning the items that may not be essential. For example, toiletries can often be purchased at the destination and most hotels will offer the basics, like soap and shampoo.
Fold and Roll
How you pack your clothing can make a big difference in terms of how much you can fit in your suitcase. If you just throw clothes into the bag you use up space that could have been used for other things. Fold all of our clothes neatly and then roll them, as this allows them to fit together better, resulting in my space in your suitcase.
Wear Heavy Clothing
Heavier items of clothes, such as boots, coats and sweaters, should be worn during the journey so they don’t take up valuable space, or add more weight, to your suitcase. This may be a little uncomfortable, but remember that you can always take a coat or sweater off during the journey.
Les Schlais is an entrepreneur and experienced traveler.