Do I need packing cubes?

[eb777888]

Feb 19, 2023 11:50:15 GMT -5 Bernadine said:

Ok, you all talked me into it, I ordered a set! As well as a bathing suit, sun hat, beach coverup, and sandals. Lol

which ones did you get?

[gardengal]

Feb 19, 2023 0:24:03 GMT -5 lolalolalola said:

Ok I’m buying some thanks to this thread. I assume I want compression packing cubes?? We are planning a 2 week Europe trip and would like to try to just use carryons.

I was thinking of buying these.
Cipway Compression Packing Cubes Set, Ultralight Expandable Travel Packing Organizers for Carry on Luggage (Green 3pcs) a.co/d/8Qzb6sO

I do not have compression ones but am intrigued by them! If you do regular ones, just pack them full so they compress a bit when zippered shut. For that reason, I mostly like medium or small sized bags

[Bernadine]

Feb 19, 2023 19:12:05 GMT -5 eb777888 said:

Feb 19, 2023 11:50:15 GMT -5 Bernadine said:

Ok, you all talked me into it, I ordered a set! As well as a bathing suit, sun hat, beach coverup, and sandals. Lol

which ones did you get?

8 Set of Various Colored Packing Cubes in 4 Sizes (Extra Large, Large, Medium, Small),Veken Packing Cubes for Travel Accessories Travel Essentials, Luggage Organizer Bags for Carry on Suitcases a.co/d/c1m0nll

[eb777888]

Feb 19, 2023 21:27:04 GMT -5 Bernadine said:

Feb 19, 2023 19:12:05 GMT -5 eb777888 said:

which ones did you get?

8 Set of Various Colored Packing Cubes in 4 Sizes (Extra Large, Large, Medium, Small),Veken Packing Cubes for Travel Accessories Travel Essentials, Luggage Organizer Bags for Carry on Suitcases a.co/d/c1m0nll

Wow! That's a great deal!

[basilosaurus]

Feb 19, 2023 15:07:50 GMT -5 mokes said:

I consider myself to be a really good packer, we pretty much only ever use carry ons. We went to London and Greece in October (so different weather) for 2 weeks and just used a carry on and personal item.

I’m in the “I don’t get it” camp. I even got a second set thinking they’d work better. I’ve watched videos … I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. I feel like separating socks and underwear and such makes them take up MORE space. I always unpack when I arrive so I don’t get the organization aspect. 🤷🏻‍♀️

I’d like to get on board since there’s so much love lol.

I think it's because I'm naturally very disorganized and messy that I need all the help I can get.

It's not that I hate the practice of checking a bag. I nearly always have to check in at the counter anyway. It's that I hate navigating anything bigger than carryon size through public transport, rough sidewalks (when they even exist), and up narrow staircases. My current backpack with wheels and handles has served for so many locations and durations.

I will use larger Ziploc as well for compression of certain items like if I have to drag a coat through changing weather.

[hbomdiggity]

I don’t think they save much room, but I am a convert because of the organization and protecting nicer clothes.

My H just left for a 3 week trip with multiple stops and didn’t want to use them because he can fit more without. But being in and out of a suitcase for that long I would definitely use them to stay organized.