And all this has to fit in a carry-on size suitcase
Some time ago I heard Luis Piedrahita say in a monologue something like: "A suitcase takes time to pack... as long as you have to pack a suitcase." Who hasn't squeezed hard and quickly, in just ten minutes, his belongings in order to be on time to catch a plane? And likewise, Who has not made a very detailed list in which, for more than a week, he has subtracted and added garments like Sudoku (including in this period very important last minute washing jobs)?
Well, whatever your experience with the organization of this puzzle that is, not only get the clothes you need for the trip right, but also get them to fit in a space that is often ridiculous (see measurements of hand luggage in the _low cost) _, I'm sure you must have forgotten something (pray that this time it wasn't the underwear again) . In the meantime, take notes and stay tuned for these tips.
An investigation carried out by Opinion Matters a month ago in the United Kingdom revealed that the **biggest headache for a traveler is finding the clothes wrinkled when arriving at their destination (42%) ** and that The most forgotten objects when packing a suitcase are the toothbrush and toothpaste —quite obvious if we take into account that even in the smallest hotel they 'give them away' —, in addition to the mobile phone charger and adapter (in countries where it is necessary). Not to mention those things lost once you have checked out of the hotel or when you have changed rooms in the middle of your stay.
For this reason we wanted to ask **Dave Hax, the first 'Efficiency Engineer' of the Holiday Inn Express chain,** the essential tips for pack your suitcase optimally, quickly and efficiently. Known for his YouTube video on How to Fold a T-Shirt in Two Seconds, I recommend you look up how he does the same with organizing a suitcase in just over a minute.
Dave Hax is able to perfectly organize a suitcase in just over a minute
-Where should the shoes be placed?
Shoes can be bulky, but to make the most of your space, roll up your underpants and socks and tuck them into your shoes. Arrange them so that the soles are against the sides of the suitcase, which also ensures that you use the space as efficiently as possible.
-Tricks to organize clothes.
A great way to pack quickly and in order, which will also make unpacking easier when you arrive at your destination, is to have everything ready on a folding shelf-hanger (those that fold like an arch). So, all you need to do is take it down from your closet and put it directly in the suitcase (and vice versa).
Avoid being overweight and having to dress in 4 layers at the airport
-What to do with beauty products so there are no leaks?
A great way to prevent beauty products like face wash or nail polish remover from leaking out and ruining your clothes is to remove the caps, cover the top with a small piece of clear paper, and then put the cap back on. That way, even if it were to come loose, the risk of spillage would be greatly reduced. If you want to be extra careful, you should also put the products in two bags, that way you will be safer. I always use transparent bags with zip closure.
-What is the way to pack a suitcase as quickly as possible? And what type is the most suitable to achieve it?
To be ready as soon as possible you can always keep a suitcase that you already have half packed. You may have socks, underwear and a toiletry bag, some pants and t-shirts already packed in a suitcase waiting for a last minute trip. If you have a suitcase with many pockets, you can store your underwear in one of them, the toiletry bag in another and leave the main compartment for the things that have to be stored at the end: clothes, chargers, shoes, etc.
-Chargers, plugs... what to do with so much cable?
Cables can be one of the main problems for travelers, because they get lost and get tangled up in clothes. My advice is to roll them all up neatly and store them in an empty eyeglass case. This way you can always find them and there is no risk of them getting tangled. Also try to get a multi-charger that works for many devices, so you will save carrying several individual chargers.
-You have a business trip, what is your secret to keep your suit, shirt and tie so they don't get wrinkled?
Turning the jacket inside out and folding it neatly reduces wrinkles. To prevent the shirt and pants from wrinkling, I would recommend folding them very well and placing them on top of the suitcase, to avoid excessive weight on them. Also, some shirt fabrics wrinkle less than others, so you can get a 'wrinkle-free' shirt and have it ready for when you need to pack.
But in the end, everyone has their priorities