Disclosure: The links on this website may contain affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission if you decide to make any purchases using our affiliate links, at no cost to you. Please check out my disclosure policy<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Are you excited to move abroad<\/strong> but aren\u2019t sure how to pack<\/strong> your bags? Check out these tips on how to pack your bags and fit your life into a few suitcases<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Nowadays, most airline companies have all the information on your luggage options on their website<\/strong>. You could always go old school and call their customer support line as well.<\/p> They will show if they offer any luggage selections complimentary to their clients. This is usually a personal item, like a purse and possibly a carry on. They will also include the maximum size allowance with the exact dimensions<\/strong>. Of course, they will offer additional luggage for a price!<\/p> It might be worth it to check into their credit card options<\/strong> as some airlines offer a free checked bag just for opening an account. There are several credit cards not tied to a specific airline that offer travel perks. You can read more about that here.<\/a><\/p> Disclaimer- I am an avid Dave Ramsey<\/span><\/a> fan<\/strong> and worked very hard to pay off credit cards to get rid of them! I don\u2019t recommend credit cards unless you will use them for the perk, and pay off the total balance at the end of the month. Dave Ramsey says NO, but I will admit I still do it very responsibly! Sorry, Dave! \ud83d\ude42\u00a0<\/p> It seems pretty expensive to bring an extra suitcase, or two, or if you\u2019re like me even three\u2026.ok, maybe 4. However, for me, it was far cheaper to pay for more suitcases than to mail my things.<\/strong> I once sent my sister-in-law a baby onesie for her new bundle of joy and it cost me $45 to send something that didn\u2019t even weigh a pound. Crazy right?!<\/p> Keep in mind, if you aren\u2019t flying direct, make sure the dimensions of your luggage are acceptable for each<\/span> airline you are using to avoid unnecessary fees.<\/strong> That\u2019s the last thing you need when spending money to move abroad!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Something about sharing how to pack your bags just makes my heart happy. Excuse me as my inner organized travel geek is coming out. \ud83d\ude42<\/p> First things first, run to the closet and grab all of your suitcases<\/em>. Now is the time to decide which one will be the best for your things. Try to think about fitting your whole life into just ONE suitcase<\/strong>. Why do I say this? Because, it is next to impossible, but you start small.<\/p> This way, if you picked out things you just can\u2019t part with and it doesn\u2019t all fit into one suitcase, it\u2019s way easier to add another bag.<\/strong> Perhaps your pile of things will fit in 2 suitcases, or even three. That is definitely do-able even when moving abroad by yourself.<\/strong><\/p> It\u2019s much harder to plan for 3 or 4 suitcases and realize as you are packing, all the things you want to take with you will require more like 10 bags. Make sense? Start small!<\/strong><\/p> Ooooooh! Don\u2019t forget your organized personal item and your carry-on bag. <\/strong>I love to use this thirty-one bag<\/strong><\/span><\/a> to keep me organized<\/em> on the plane. I also added the Fold N’ File<\/strong><\/span><\/a> inside to keep my important documents in a folder that stands up nice and upright. It also has extra inside pockets. It is my lifesaver!!<\/p> Next, you want to grab the tools to make your packing a success. Grab a measuring tape so you can double and triple check the dimensions of your suitcase(s). <\/strong>Make sure you have some wiggle room because after you have jam-packed your bag so much you can hardly zip it up, the dimensions will change.<\/strong><\/p> Then, you need <\/strong>a scale. You can make a regular home scale work with more effort, but I adore this luggage scale<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. When I discovered this gem, I couldn\u2019t believe all of the times I lifted a 45lb suitcase over and over again.<\/p> Imagine, holding 45lbs for seconds that seem like an eternity, all while trying not to move to be precise. Then having to do the math. The total weight on the scale minus what you weigh. The maximum weight allowed of the suitcase minus your last total. Ok, you have more room! Add a pair of shoes in and start the process all over again. It\u2019s exhausting.<\/p> A luggage scale<\/span><\/a> is genius!<\/strong> I love it so much, I even gifted some for Christmas this year!! You can also buy this scale in a 2-pack<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for extra savings. I encourage you to save yourself time, energy, and treat yo self! \ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>Review airline luggage options\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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