Minimalist Travel Packing Tips

by Lee Yan Xuan

Why do some travellers require multiple checked baggage for the same trip while others can fit everything they need inside a single bag? Continue reading to learn more about the advantages of minimalist travel packing as well as some good tips.

Less luggage means less money for you to spend

Generally, you must check your luggage when you travel abroad, and the cost is determined by weight. You will pay more in luggage fees per flight if you bring too many or excessive bags. If the luggage is lost or damaged, it will also cost more to repair.

Less luggage means less for you to worry about

You'll spend less time and effort looking for your items if you bring less. Additionally, your body will sustain less damage from the load the lighter it is. Packing light can improve your whole experience, as well as your money, health, and the environment. Less is more when travelling.

There are a few minimalist travel packing tips.

• Select the right bag

People tend to overpack their luggage, regardless of whether or not they would use those items while travelling. The best bags maintain your packing list organised so that everything may be taken out in an orderly way. Travel backpacks, daypacks and crossbody duffel bags are perfect for carry-on only travel.

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• Only the necessities

Whether you're going on a long or short trip, you must decide what's necessary and what's not. Here are some things to ask yourself to help you limit down your packing list.

- Are there any travel-sized items I can carry instead?

- Is this item excessively heavy?

- What behaviours in my daily routine may I temporarily abandon?

- How frequently do I use this item when travelling?

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• Reduce your toiletries

This is entirely dependent on your particular preferences. Those who adhere to absolute minimalism may determine that the only piece of hardware they require is a toothbrush.

• Plan Out Outfits

Bring clothes that you can mix and match to make a variety of looks. It's simple to mix and match as long as the colours you choose match each other and you’ll keep to a small packing list.

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