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After traveling to 100 countries without a checked bag, I know a thing or two about efficiently packing my carry-on bag. The things that are always with me when I travel are my prescription medication ...

Are compression or standard packing cubes best? Packing cubes are a must-have for many travelers. They make it easy to keep your suitcase organized so it’s always easy to find what you need. If you ...

There are all kinds of strategies people use when packing their luggage — so much so that there’s really no one-size-fits-all approach. That said, I personally combine two popular packing methods.

Lately, I have been traveling a ton. From weddings to family reunions and trips with my friends, it seems like the minute I get home to unpack, I’m already packing for the next trip. Needless to say, ...

The Ekster TravelPack Vacuum Kit is a handy product that efficiently compresses clothes—helping save on luggage space. Here's ...

These days, it seems like every luggage brand under the sun has launched its own version of packing cubes. Some are better than others—after testing the best packing cubes, we have our favorites—but I ...

Are compression or standard packing cubes best? Packing cubes are a must-have for many travelers. They make it easy to keep your suitcase organized so it’s always easy to find what you need. If you ...