It might be a touch dramatic to say the discovery of packing cubes changed my travel life forever – however it literally did…
Always an organized packer, writing lists, trying outfit combos ahead of departure. However, as previously stated (several times…), I used to be a chronic over packer. Too many just in case items found their way into my suitcase.
Then along came kids. If my husband had thought dragging an extra large bag on the cobblestones of Italy, and trying to squeeze it into the Eurostar luggage compartment was a problem (it was my first trip to Europe and I thought I needed everything I owned to look swish…) – it was nothing compared to all the paraphenaila that comes from moving a family from A to B.
I soon realized that juggling toddlers and suitcases was never going to work. My clever Mum bought me a set of Packing Cubes, and I became smart (read ruthless) when it came to organising and packing our things.Now packing is a breeze. Everyone with their own colour for tops, bottoms, underwear/PJs, and extras (hats, gloves, swimmers, goggles, toys) – now the boys are young adults and off on their own adventures they continue to use Packing Cubes. Not only do these ‘wonder bags’ keep you organised, they actually help you fit more inside your luggage (read it is possible to travel with a smaller bag – joy).
Also a fabulous addition to hand luggage organisation – keeping items condensed in the precious space – electronic gadgets and a change of clothes.
The absolute gem is there is no need to unpack when you arrive at your destination. Simply put the packing cubes into the drawers at your accommodation, then back into the suitcases upon departure. They take up less space in the suitcase, keep clothes neat and (mostly) wrinkle-free.
Bon Voyage.
MONIQUE’s PICK FOR 2023
Anya Hindmarch – most glam travel bags & pouches
IKEA range of packing accessories
Bagsmart 6 piece compression packs (excellent for backpacking teens)
Image Credit: Anya Hindmarch
