After 25 years of travel, and many packing mistakes, I’ve refined my carry-on packing down to what actually works—and what doesn’t.

In this video, I share 12 practical packing tips that have helped me travel lighter, stay organized, and avoid the common mistakes that most travelers still make. These lessons have been learned the hard way, from decades of real-world travel, and from short trips to long-term journeys.

Whether you're planning a short trip or traveling full-time, these tips will help you pack smarter and travel easier.

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Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:25 The Big One
00:01:37 Soft Sided Bags
00:02:47 Packing Cubes
00:03:59 Dyneema Bag
00:05:41 Dry Bag
00:06:46 Merino Wool
00:08:59 The Underwear Trick
00:10:22 Right Tool for The Job
00:12:12 Spork
00:13:23 Minimize Liquids
00:14:48 Limit What Ifs
00:17:06 Good Night's Sleep

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