Over packing luggage is a common problem among many travelers. Over packing tends to occur when a person packs at the last minute, is afraid to leave something behind, or is trying to make sure they will be as prepared as possible on their trip. If you have a tendency to over pack, the following are a few tips you may find useful to help you pack more efficiently:
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Consider the number of days you will be on your trip, the temperature of the location where you will be traveling, and pack clothes accordingly. You don’t need to take two sets of clothes for everyday – one outfit should suffice. Likewise, if you will be attending formal occasions, pack only the amount of formal attire needed for these events.
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Make the most out of your clothing. You can wear pants, such as jeans, more than once, which will allow you to pack fewer of these items since they can be used for more than one day. Try to pack as much versatile clothing as you can to reduce the number of garments you need to take.
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Pack two pairs of shoes, one casual and one formal. This doesn’t include the shoes you wear on your feet during travel, which leaves you with three pairs of shoes for your trip.
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Take travel-sized toiletry products as they will take up less space and create less weight.
Finally, use your suitcase space wisely. Don’t just stuff your belongings in your luggage. Keep your shoes on the bottom, store your toiletries, socks and undergarments in provided compartments where applicable, and neatly fold your clothes. By doing this, you will stay organized, and help determine the amount of room you have left in your suitcase if you intend to bring something back from your trip.
by jeffd Web & Graphic Designer · November 18th, 2011 
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I think the best thing to do is to pack way in advance. There is nothing more common than waiting until the last minute to pack and then overpacking or forgetting important things that you need…like your toothbrush. I see tourists come to Barcelona all the time and the people who come with two huge suitcases full of stuff always learn the hard way: it’s better to leave your bag half empty with plenty of space for shopping! You don’t really need that much stuff to take with you.
Thanks for the post.
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