Travel tips · 4–5 min

Traveling Light: The Art of Carry-On

How to fit a week of life into a backpack and stop paying for luggage.

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Capsule Wardrobe Rule

Take things that combine with each other. 3 t-shirts, 1 pair of jeans, 1 pair of shorts, and a fleece — this is enough for a week. Washing clothes is easier and cheaper than dragging a suitcase.

Wear the bulkiest clothes and shoes on the plane.

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Liquids and Cosmetics

Remember the limit: containers up to 100 ml, total not more than 1 liter. Buy reusable bottles or use solid shampoos and soaps (they are not considered liquids).

Toothpaste and shower gel are easier to buy on the spot than to carry with you.

Backpack Instead of Suitcase

A soft backpack is easier to 'cram' into a low-cost airline sizer than a hard suitcase. Plus, with a backpack, you are more mobile in the city.

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