Just realized I was packing my bag all wrong for quick airport runs

I used to stuff my main backpack full and check it, but after missing a flight in Lisbon because the bag drop line was huge, I started using a 40L carry-on with packing cubes. It cut my airport time in half last month. How do you guys handle packing for those tight layovers?

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the_mary7d ago

Missing a flight because of a checked bag is the worst kind of stress (been there, done that, got the overpriced airport t-shirt). My own Lisbon disaster involved a massive duffel and a security line that moved like molasses. Switching to a single carry-on roller bag changed everything for me, no more waiting at the carousel either. It turns a frantic run into just a brisk walk.

juliaa257d ago

Totally get the carry-on life, but @the_mary, the real game changer is wearing your heaviest shoes and jacket on the plane. Frees up so much bag space.

the_olivia7d ago

Wearing heavy shoes on a long flight sounds pretty uncomfortable though.