Packing Cubes are NOT What You Think They’re For

Packing cubes vs. no packing cubes for travel (especially for carry-on luggage) - in this video I share what I think about this hot topic! In this video I show you when they're useful and when they're not. I show you how to use packing cubes for carry on travel and some tips and tricks to consider.

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[magietagie]

On a recent trip, my suitcase broke open. Every thing came out while it was being handled, but because EVERYTHING was in both packing cubes and pouches. Not one thing went missing and only a pair of shoes was damaged by the conveyor belt! So, that is something to think about when deciding if you want to use packing cubes.

[WorldwideTopFives]

As a small researcher myself who loves to hunt for new creative gear, I would just like to remind everyone here (case it was not already mentioned in the video, I did not go true all of it) that one thing to remember with compression packing cubes is that while they reduce the amount of space your clothing is taking up, they don't reduce the weight. 20 kg of clothing is still 20 kg of clothing, just squeezed into a smaller space. Great video by the way, like your clear way of explaining! :)

[shesatitagain]

I like ziploc bags because I can pack an outfit in there (summer wear/skirt and shirt), sit on the bag to squish out all the air, and place the bags in my luggage. I can see what’s in each bag when I need to choose clothing for that day, too. The ziplock bag also prevents any spills of gels, lotions or liquids from getting on my clothing while packed too. 😊

[christineshields]

I became a packing cube convert several years ago. Not only do they keep your suitcase organized, but they also help me to limit what I pack. If it won't fit in a cube, I rethink what I am packing.

[katelawrence]

Packing cubes were a game changer for me. I used to leave a trail of possessions wherever I went and now I pretty much arrive home with everything I took with me.

[susanwestfall]

I have been traveling overseas for over 50 years and have tried every packing method ever conceived. But ever since packing cubes came onto the scene, that’s all I use regardless of the type or length of trip. Best invention ever!

[patticulver]

Compression packing cubes are ABSOLUTELY useful, and I always use them when I travel. I have those same Tripped cubes, and I love them!❤

[GlobalShutterNY]

I agree with your approach - use them as organizers. Personally I will use them for the smaller items- underwear/socks- and items I can stuff without worrying about wrinkles- workout clothes/bathing suits. The bigger shirts/pants/jackets work just as well folds loose. Remember that packing cubes do use up a bit of weight and space- so using the least number possible to keep things organized is optimal I think...

[TrippedTravelGear]

Why haven't we ever thought to use the laundry bag for packing puffer jackets?! SO smart!!

[StephanieMarie]

I use packing cubes the exact same way. I love them and won't be without them!

[ysykes]

Totally agree with you Aly! These are the most useful organizational tool we have ever used for travel. We like to cruise. When we get into our cabin, we just pull our packing cube bags and out them on shelves. Hubby takes the high shelves, I take the low (I’m 5’1”, he is 6’). It’s easy to find my items without having to search everywhere whether it’s when they are in the bags or out in a hotel room/cabin. They do save space and for us, a lot of time. We never travel without them. Great video! ☺

[jenniferwinn]

Useful; and I definitely agree it’s more for organization but getting an extra few items of clothing is a nice bonus.

Recently travelled to Iceland and packed both by clothing type and daily outfits for travel days. I also had one cube designated for winter gear which came in handy when it was raining sideways and freezing. I knew exactly where my winter coat was to pull it out quickly to put on under my raincoat. I love Tetris-ing my cubes. This was my first trip with compression cubes, I liked them, especially to compress the needed winter gear, but my regular Eagle Creek ones are a bit easier to pack because they have a more rectangular shape.

[monyflo]

USEFUL!!! Love packing cubes. I prioritize organization over space. I ALWAYS use them.

[kellietrudel]

I love packing cubes. It keeps me organized. I’ve given packing cubes as gifts to my family members. And I use them to store out of season clothing at home too! They’re pretty handy.

[TheFroggie]

Love all of this advice!! Headed to France next month with only the Travelpro Maxlite 5 soft side and the Lovevook laptop backpack! I got some compression cubes and have feverishly watched all of the carryon packing videos I can find. Your videos are super well done!

[carolyn]

We cruise a lot and storage space is at a premium. I find they are so handy for both my husband and myself. We each have our own colour and I just take them from the suitcase to the shelf or drawers.

[Ivehadenuff]

I use ziplock bags but am considering buying packing cubes. Nice presentation and useful for me.

[debb]

My friend turned me onto packing cubes around five years ago, and I can never go back to packing without them. Like you said, they're more for organization rather than saving space, but it's life-changing just to have like items corralled in packing cubes. I especially love the "National Parks" packing cubes by Tripped, because it makes it that much easier to remember what you have in each cube.

[KK-FL]

Packing cubes really are great for tour trips for an obsessive list-maker like myself. I know what I'm wearing each day/leg of the trip so packing cubes makes organization really easy. But yeah if I'm going for 3 days to NYC I'm probably not going to bother with them.