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Take it from the pros: don’t make these common packing mistakes.
Hopefully, youre well aware ofwhat not to wear on a plane.
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I also dont pack all of my credit cards and money in mycarry-onandpersonal item.
But enough about me!
Read on for 14 genius solutions to common packing mistakes.
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They are much better than the cheap ones you get in the travel section, he said.
They fit so much more and are better at keeping things from leaking.
He also likes how sleek they are.
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And since theyre magnetic, theyre hard to lose in a larger bag.
Not to mention, they prevent the spills you might experience from your average plastic container.
ButHawaiian Airlinesflight attendant Shannon Ichio Uyeda doesnt recommend packing an extra bag unless it packs down.
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Thats why he swears by hisDakine EQ Duffel.
Its easy to take with you if you need an extra bag during your trip!
For my upcoming 14-hour flight to Dubai, Ill be sporting theNomad Joggerfrom Ibex.
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When compressed, it can even double as a travel pillow!
Thats why I always bring my own portable charger.
But according to Jack, I need to get one with more than one USB port.
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Not only is there huge potential for spilling, but this just takes up so much space.
For that matter, why even check a bag if your trip is short enough?
This travel-friendlypeptide plumping serumandsqualane oilhelp invigorate your skin after a long day in the sky.
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It also comes with a convenient carrying case.
You dont want your things to fall out all over the floor, she said.
Personally, I love myLovevook Laptop Backpack.
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It has more than 24,800 perfect five-star ratings, and Keplers colleagues swear by it, too.
I’m a flight attendant and use this as my tote bag, wroteone Amazon shopper.
Tons of room and easy to travel with.
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Thats why I always have at least a couple ofKind barsin my bag as emergency snacks.
I asked Kepler if it matters if your packed snacks have nuts, and she said no.
Severe nut allergies arent something we have to deal with very often.
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In fact, its only happened once in the four years shes been a flight attendant.
I hate having to empty out everything on top just to get what I want.
For easy main compartment access, I love theKuhl Eskape 20 Kanvas Backpack.
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But for an even more affordable and water-resistant!
Often, Ill need something, such as my laptop, once we reach cruising altitude.
She loves that these heating pads take up less room and are easily charged via the removable battery.
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Theyre better for the environment, she said.
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