6 Habits To Instantly Stop Overpacking Your Luggage

Aly Smalls April 17, 2025
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Aly Smalls

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Real-world tested advice on packing light, flying carry-on only, and creating unique travel guides and itineraries. Specializing in little-known travel hacks, top carry-on bag reviews, and hidden gems in popular destinations, I aim to be a trusted resource for efficient, stress-free travel and memorable adventures. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Learn how to pack light and stop overpacking—without sacrificing what you need. In this video I cover practical packing tips and habits for learning how to travel with just a carry-on (and how to fit 36 outfits in one personal item bag). ► Nomad Lane Bento Bag: https://nomad-lane.myshopify.com/products/the-bento-bag?rfsn=8318354.ddb71b (you can also get some colors on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lBG7NC) ► 10 Capsule Prompts: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGkb1EAQKQ/BWRDh01dvTnct0aQuDyc3A/view?utm_content=DAGkb1EAQKQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h847eb6b2d6 ► Inside My Bento Bag: » Passport holder (CA): https://amzn.to/4jal5nH » Passport holder (US): https://amzn.to/4jamoTF » Pill organizer: https://amzn.to/3RWOtli » Battery bank:https://amzn.to/4cHl20u » Phone holder: https://amzn.to/4iq2sep » Clipa hook: https://amzn.to/4iq2sep » Electrolytes: https://amzn.to/3EqPyyL ► Capsule Wardrobe Items: » Black Purse: https://go.shopmy.us/p-13403444 » (Similar black purse from Quince and cheaper: https://go.shopmy.us/p-18095010) » Tan backpack:https://amzn.to/42dJDX6 » Sandals: https://amzn.to/4jdqBWM » White Shoes: https://amzn.to/4cD4PcG » Jeans: https://go.shopmy.us/p-16111548 » White Button Up Blouse: https://amzn.to/3G5ujmy » Grey Cardigan: https://amzn.to/4jvBC5o » Black Cardigan: https://amzn.to/42Mhuq5 » Gold Watch: https://amzn.to/42c35Dy » My Pink T-Shirt: https://unboundmerino.pxf.io/APqvAo » My Necklace: https://go.shopmy.us/p-7737258 » Packing cubes: https://trippedtravelgear.com/products/carry-on-set?variant=47463035502829&sca_ref=8483565.9L9K94gJNvTm&sca_source=ytapr1725 » My Newsletter: https://aly-smalls.kit.com/profile ► Buy Me a Coffee? If you found this helpful and would like to support me, you can 'buy me a coffee' (thank you!!!!) https://buymeacoffee.com/alysmalls Chapters 0:00 Stop Overpacking for Good 0:32 The Outfit Test 5:49 The Re-Wear Mindset 7:15 One Bag Rule 7:43 3-Second Rule 8:31 Subtract by One 9:16 The “what-if” Filter 10:41 Don’t Forget… // Booking a trip soon? My Free Travel Resources & Toolkit: https://likewhereyouregoing.com/ultimate-travel-resources-guide/ Where I find flight deals: https://www.dailydrop.com/pro?via=aly-smalls Carry-on Luggage Amazon store (US): https://amzn.to/4dFXCsj Carry-on Luggage Amazon store (CA): https://amzn.to/3wupGOJ I book all my tours on Viator: https://viator.tp.st/UkezLrSc Where I find hotel deals: https://plannin.com/?refId=alysmalls #packingtips #packwithme #traveltips Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/likewhereyouregoing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alysmalls_yt/ // Some of my videos contain affiliate links meaning I may make a small commission if you make a qualifying purchase. I only share products, services and experiences I use, love and trust. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Business inquiries: [email protected]

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