Packing for a two-week holiday can seem daunting, but with the right plan of action, you can ensure you have everything you need without overloading your suitcase, and it won’t be a complete chore! Here are some of our favourite essential hacks to help you up your packing game for your next two-week holiday.
1. Make a Detailed Packing List
We recommend you start by making a packing list that outlines everything you think you could possibly need! It’s better to have too much written down and take things off your list, than get on holiday and find out you’ve forgotten something. The best way to make sure you’ve covered all bases is to break your list down into categories like clothing, toiletries, electronics and extras. This will help you stay organised and ensure you don’t forget any essentials.
2. Choose the Right Luggage
It might seem like an obvious one, but your case adds to the total weight of your luggage allowance, so it’s crucial you pick the right luggage. Sometimes, the most stylish option might not be the lightest, and if you just go for a large one that you don’t need, there’ll be a lot of unused space and extra luggage adding to the weight! A medium-sized, lightweight, and durable suitcase with good compartments can make a big difference, and of course thanks to our packing hacks, we’ll help you fit everything you need inside.
3. Use Packing Cubes
Packing cubes are a game-changer. They help keep all your bits and bobs nice and organised, and make it easy to find what you need without having to unpack everything. We would recommend having a different cube for different types of items like tops in one, bottoms in another, swimwear separate too, and so on! For those of us who cannot live without our makeup, lay flat makeup bags are a life saver…thank us later.
4. Roll, Don’t Fold
Rolling your clothes instead of folding them can also help to save space, as well as reducing wrinkles. We definitely think this technique works especially well for t-shirts, jeans, and other casual wear. For delicate fabrics and dressier items, these may be best off being folded to avoid creases, or hang them in a steamy bathroom when you arrive to help the wrinkles drop out.
5. Plan Your Outfits
Planning your outfits before you head away on your travels is probably the best way to avoid overpacking. Choosing versatile pieces that can be mixed and matched to create different looks will help reduce the amount of clothes you’re packing and if you are planning to re-wear items, sticking to a colour scheme will make coordination easier.
6. Minimise Toiletries
Toiletries can take up a lot of space so opting for travel-sized versions of your favourite products or investing in reusable travel bottles can save vital space in your case. Remember that most hotels provide basic toiletries too like shower gel, so you may not need to bring everything. There’s also likely to be plenty of shops in and around your hotel, so if you could do with the extra space, just grab some things while you’re there!
7. Pack Multi-Purpose Items
Look for items that serve multiple purposes. A sarong can double as a beach towel, scarf, or even a picnic blanket. A small backpack can be used for day trips and also as extra storage for souvenirs on the return journey. If you’re not planning to leave the hotel, you may not even need a beach towel as many hotels offer pool towels to hire for when you’re around the pool. Make sure you check this out on your hotel’s page on our website.
8. Wear Bulky Items
Save space in your suitcase by wearing your bulkiest items on the plane. This includes things like jackets, boots, and jumpers. You can always remove them once you’re onboard and store them in the overhead compartment. This obviously depends on the type of holiday you’re going on, as you may not need many bulky items, but it’s always worth taking layers even for warmer countries as temperatures can drop on an evening.
9. Use All Available Space
Make use of every inch of your suitcase. Stuff socks, underwear, and other small items into shoes and gaps between larger items. Utilise the pockets in your suitcase for things like chargers, cables, and other small accessories.
10. Keep Important Items Accessible
Pack your essentials—such as passports, travel documents, medications, and a change of clothes—in your carry-on bag. This way, if your checked luggage gets delayed or lost, you’ll still have what you need to get by.
Happy Holidays!
By following these hacks, you can pack more efficiently and enjoy a stress-free start to your holiday. Remember, the goal is to travel light, stay organised, and have everything you need for a fantastic two-week adventure. Happy travels!
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