Comments on: What carry on bag do you use?

By: Lenora

Lenora — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:55:23 +0000

I’m a compulsive overpacker and the restrictions on liquids don’t help! I share your comment about packing for a toddler. That is always a challenge. I actually just found a children’s verison of the Clear Bag System (which I’ve carried myself quite a few times with no hassle in airports)that my son just loves – I love it too because I don’t have to keep using ziplock baggies which always seem to break and never hold enough. No matter how secure I try to make it.

By: nvie

nvie — Tue, 06 May 2008 14:29:27 +0000

I always pack half full and come back with a full luggage! There’s always things to buy. I use Samsonite, various sizes, love their durability. I tend to overpack a little, those just-in-case items! Always remember luggages with wheels, even carry ons…it helps alot!

By: Msjean

Msjean — Mon, 05 May 2008 17:29:13 +0000

The only time I’ve ever packed that much luggage was for a 2 month trip abroad. Anything 2 wks or less fits into one small wheeled carry on and a tote bag.

By: Elle

Elle — Mon, 05 May 2008 06:22:05 +0000

I used to pack a lotttt……Trying to preview every situation (cold, rain, etc). It proved totally right travelling to Canary Islands, were spring time weather was to be expected and we got lightwinter, so everyone was dressing with summer like clothing and winter sweaters¡¡¡Since having my baby, I have learned my lesson but travel much less

By: Elle

Elle — Mon, 05 May 2008 06:21:41 +0000

I just to pack a lotttt……Trying to preview every situation (cold, rain, etc). It proved totally right travelling to Canary Islands, were spring time weather was to be expected and we got lightwinter, so everyone was dressing with summer like clothing and winter sweaters¡¡¡Since having my baby, I have learned my lesson but travel much less

By: karry kasim

karry kasim — Fri, 02 May 2008 23:44:22 +0000

oh my that is alot of luggage for 6 days!! i dont carry anything glamourous when i travel, i bought a few years ago a set of kipling luggage, not cheap, but sooooo lite weight and holds alot! i love it…as far as carry on, i have a prada nylon tote that i adore, again light weight, no leather for me when i travel…i also have some other kipling bags that are great for travel, cant beat them, i have 5 year old twins, so i need to be organized and nothing should be too heavy….most of my bags i can wear cross body so i have my hands free..

By: katkooty

katkooty — Fri, 02 May 2008 19:58:21 +0000

I am Queen Bee of overpacking and exceeding every weight limit possible. On a recent trip to Singapore (and it isnt even a shopping city, well not like Paris), i left with 40kgs. My husband left before me back to the UAE so i gave him a 20kilo suitcase to “ease the weight”. BUT, on my flight home, my total luggage weight was 70kgs and i am only one person! no kids nothing. Even though i was traveling on first class, they only permit 60kgs so i had to pay extra as if the ticket wasnt expensive enough!

For luggage, i love Brics to be honest(although they dont really last). Samsonites are too heavy even when empty so they jack up the weight of your luggage at the weigh-ins.

By: Tami

Tami — Fri, 02 May 2008 18:54:28 +0000

I use my gorgeous French Leather Handbag/Backpack from
Bink Handbags..

http://www.BinkHandbags.com

By: F

Fri, 02 May 2008 15:24:02 +0000

I use Swiss Army Victorinox Werks 2.0, the computer bag and the 22″ carry on. I put my handbag inside the computer bag (which is completely open on the inside) and put all of my electronics and toiletries in as well. The 22″ has a garment bag fold-out section, and plenty of room for 9 days of clothes. The reason I am so particular about using the Werks 2.0 is that the pieces have an ergonomic gel handle that turns at 90 degrees, so that you don’t strain your arm/shoulder/neck by pulling the luggage (guaranteed to make for miserable travel).

Any annoyance of having to re-wear clothes is more than cancelled out by not having to waste time (often up to an hour each way!) waiting for luggage to come off the carousel, and also not having more than I can carry when getting on trains, or having to run the endless stairs (that seem to be unavoidable in Europe) with three bulky bags.

If I buy things, it’s always easy to find a cheap duffle bag for $5 – 10 to redistribute my items in, and then I check that on the way back.

By: Balthus

Balthus — Fri, 02 May 2008 14:25:24 +0000

I use an Eagle Creek black 22″ roller bag that is usully stuffed to the gills. They are sold at REI, etc. Not expensive but sturdy & long-lasting & good compartments. I usually put a Chanel flap inside with jewelry. Plus I whatever purse I am taking in a “larger” tote that constitutes as my 2nd bag & goes under the seat. That has my ipod, bose headphones,cashmere shawl, book, mags, etc. I refuse whenever possible to check luggage.

When we do travel longer I also use larger pieces of Eagle Creek and if going on vacation where shipping is hard or difficult leave room for shopping!

By: Hermesmonkey

Hermesmonkey — Fri, 02 May 2008 13:18:17 +0000

I am always a light packer. Unless I am moving for good, I only pack a carry on roller, which I can fit 1 weeks clothing. I manage that by only having 1 pair of sandals, one pair of heels. It’s the shoes that kill me. If I am going for a longer period, I will ususally ship my luggage. Yes, I am on the deep end here, but I HATE waiting for luggage…and with golf clubs in tow, it’s even WORSE! Makes my life easier.

As for carryon, I never take a handheld only bag, unless I am going for a short weekend. If a longer trip, I will take a bag with a shoulder strap. I also always have my trusty old Herve Chapelier bag folded in my roller….just in case..it’s just big enough to carry a good haul from a nice local boutique in my visiting city!!

By: Jahpson

Jahpson — Fri, 02 May 2008 12:29:32 +0000

if there is anything that i hate, is overpacking! god!! lol

I like to have two+ checked in suitcases and ONE carryon!!

I hate traveling with my friends and family sometimes because they know that I dont travel with alot so they want me to walk with their stuff as well. not fun

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Fri, 02 May 2008 12:11:00 +0000

Here’s how to be glam and light! Culled from years of travel, here’s my system! Enjoy!

http://theportablemother.blogspot.com/2008/04/pack-light-travel-happy.html

By: Christy

Christy — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:55:09 +0000

I travel with my swiss army luggage and as a carry on I use My Balenciaga! It carrys everything!

By: StyleScrybe

StyleScrybe — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:48:45 +0000

Now that we’re no longer allowed to lock our luggage, I find a way to fit EVERYTHING into a small rollerboard and totebag, no matter how long my trip will be. I’ve taken week-long trips and have managed to bring at least 5 pairs of high-heeled pumps, 4 pairs of jeans and probably 10 tops, not to mention what I bought while there. Plus, I never leave home without my laptop.

By: my new bag

my new bag — Fri, 02 May 2008 00:24:21 +0000

I always carry on what I cannot afford to lose. Which also means those
things I can’t live without at my destination..meds, make-up, jewelry,undies
cashmere wrap, one clean top, and good purse/shoe.

The rest, expensive or not could always be bought until luggage is found, or if not,
temporarily replaced.

So a wheeled dcarry on, Tote for a purse, one check in bag.
I would like to think I could pack less and wear the same thing day after day, but I always like
to wear certain clothing in foreign places doing the not usual. How fun is that.
part of travel is being somewhere and a little someone else.
thanks as always for your blog.

By: angelina

angelina — Thu, 01 May 2008 23:32:42 +0000

I am in the same over-packing class as Megs… recently took a 4 day trip to LA and packed 2 huge suitcases that weighed in at just under 50lbs each (the limit). Barely used any of it, of course. What I’m worried about now is the new airline rule of charging for a second checked bag. I’ll have to end up shipping stuff to my destination I guess.

By: Barb

Barb — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:28:41 +0000

I am SO guilty of overpacking!! Maybe not as much as Megs but I always have a few pieces unworn on the return trip. Because I used to grossly overpack ( see I CAN relate Megs) I got nailed with an overage charge a few years back. That is truly painful, losing any money you may have saved by booking early. Now I worry and mail back Most of what we buy while traveling. This last trip I mailed back a bag of dirty clothes since I had bought 3 pairs of shoes which I wanted in my bag and my DH was overweight but not me!!

By: ahertz

ahertz — Thu, 01 May 2008 21:52:28 +0000

It’s all about layers, Megs! (And a scarf is totally necessary on every plane ride). Good luck and have a great trip!

By: Be Careful

Be Careful — Thu, 01 May 2008 20:12:50 +0000

i went to Madrid and had my luggage stolen on the way back. Don’t pack anything too precious.