I fancy myself a cut above average when it comes to packing a suitcase.  I have my standard items that I always pack, and never unpack, and I generally pack the same kind of things in the same kind of way.  I make lists, revise as necessary, and manage to take everything that I need with a little room to spare.  My system keeps it all very easy.
I’ve never felt the need to follow a guide, take a packing class, or do much more than stay organized.
However, after watching this concierge organize this bag, I learned a thing or two …read more

With all the emphasis on packing light, whether it’s so you can avoid checking your luggage (if you’re traveling by air) or to just have a little more room (if you’re traveling by car). here’s a handy way to pack a beach towel in very little room — the Lightload Towel.
The “towels” are compressed so that they fit into a pocket, and at about 3 1/2 inches in diameter, you can toss several inside a tote, backpack or purse.  They weigh about 6 ounces, so packing several won’t take much effort or space at all.
The container is waterproof, so …read more