When it comes to packing, whether you are going on vacation or you’re going on a work trip, you want to make sure that you can fit all you need into as little space as you can. These days there are barely any airlines that will even let you get on with a free carry on, and the prices can get crazy from there.

Even if you aren’t flying you may want to learn how to pack better to avoid wrinkled clothes and to keep more room in the vehicle for the souvenirs you’ll pick up on your trip. Not matter where you are going or how you are getting there, here are four tips that will help you pack more conveniently.

Start With The Right Suitcase

You may prefer a hardside suitcase or a softside suitcase, and each one offers you different pros and cons, depending on what you’re looking for. While a softside, nylon or canvas, may give you more flex to fit more items in your bag, it offers less protection than a more sturdy piece of hardside luggage. [Read more…]