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How to Travel with Only a Personal Item
When packing for your trip, pack light to avoid unnecessary travel stress and fees that come from having too much luggage. Here is a cheapskate’s guide to ultralight travel by packing only a personal item for a long weekend trip away. {Hot tip: Copy/save this list and customize by adding new items and replacing others!}
Carry-on vs Personal Item: A carry-on bag is the luggage that fits into an overhead bin, while a personal item is a bag that must fit under the seat in front of you. Many airlines are now charging for a carry-on bag, but are allowing a free personal item.
Personal Item Bag - like a small backpack or oversized handbag
Clothing That Fits in a Personal Item
1 Swimsuit
3 Shirts
1 Pair of jeans https://herpackinglist.com/best-travel-pants-for-women/
1 Pair of shorts
2 Sweaters
Shoes
1 Pair of Converse sneakers
1 pair of Birkenstock Madrids https://herpackinglist.com/birkenstock-madrid-slide-sandals-review-fashionable-comfortable-travel-shoes/
Gadgets & Miscellaneous
Camera
Chargers
Kindle
Miscellaneous goodies - snacks, tea, coffee, etc.
Contacts and glasses
Small amount of makeup and lotions
Travel hairbrush
Water bottle https://herpackinglist.com/vapur-water-bottle-review/
Small day pack that fits into the personal item https://herpackinglist.com/stuffable-bags-sea-to-summit-ultra-sil-daypack/
This creates a private checklist in your account.