Forget struggling with bulky packing cubes or fiddly vacuum bags. A savvy traveller has revealed a surprisingly simple and effective packing method that is revolutionising suitcase organisation.
The Dry Bag Revelation
In a popular Reddit post, a holidaymaker explained they have abandoned traditional packing cubes and even air compression plastic bags. Instead, they now swear by using soft dry bags, the kind typically used for kayaking and other water sports to keep gear dry.
The user explained the multiple benefits of this clever switch. The bags come in various sizes and colours, making it easy to organise different types of clothing or for different family members. Crucially, they allow you to compress as much or as little air out as you like, creating a custom, space-saving fit for your suitcase. An added bonus that standard packing cubes can't offer? They're completely waterproof.
More Than Just a Packing Aid
The ingenuity of this travel hack was quickly picked up by other users. One impressed commenter pointed out a secondary, highly practical use: 'We can also use them to do laundry in.' This means the bags can be repurposed during your trip to store dirty washing, keeping it separate from clean clothes and containing any odours or moisture.
This discovery comes amidst a wave of other clever packing tips designed to make travelling smoother. Experts at Pure Digital PR, for instance, advise focusing on a versatile wardrobe. 'A versatile black jumper can be dressed up for dinner or worn casually during the day,' one expert told The Express, adding that a single quality, waterproof, and warm jacket can eliminate the need for multiple coats.
Additional Expert Packing Tips
Another travel specialist, Chantel Mila, who shares lifestyle advice on her social media account @mama_mila, demonstrated her space-saving techniques in a TikTok video. Her key advice is to pack clothes vertically in your suitcase rather than laying them flat, a method she shows can significantly increase capacity.
She also addressed the common problem of clothes developing a musty smell during long journeys. Her simple solution is to place a few cotton balls with a drop of essential oil inside the luggage to keep everything smelling fresh. For belts, she recommends a specific space-saving arrangement, such as rolling them and tucking them inside the collar of a shirt or around the perimeter of the case.
Whether you're a frequent flyer or an occasional holidaymaker, these clever hacks, led by the innovative dry bag method, promise to transform the often tedious task of packing into a quick, efficient, and organised process.
