Save this list of travel and packing tips for men to your list of favorite travel hacks!
Over the years, I've watched my husband's travel habits change and mature.
When we first started traveling together when we were in college and in a long-distance relationship, he'd hop on a plane and fly to see me on school break every few months and he'd show up at my doorstep with a gym bag filled with t-shirts and gym shorts rolled up in a giant ball. Of course, I always offered to hang his clothes up in my closet for the duration of his stay and help him iron his clothes. But with time and a handful of eye rolls headed his way, he learned to take the time to pack his clothing and preserve them for his trip to visit me.
Since we started dating nearly 10 years ago, I've watched my husband become more mature in many aspects of his life (much including his sense of style and his ambition to take good care of his clothing). After sitting down with him and asking him what he's learned from his 20s when it comes to traveling and packing for a trip, he shared some of his go-to packing tips.
Use zip-top bags when storing liquids or stuff that can spill.
Place delicate items in the middle of your suitcase or bag.
Cover your shoes with grocery bags to avoid getting dirt all over your clothing.
Buy a clear, cheap pencil case and place any electronic cords or cables inside.
Store an unscented dryer sheet in your bag to keep your clothes fresh while traveling.
Unless you know how to properly "double flat roll," don't bother trying to roll your clothes into your suitcase as it can take up too much space if it's not done correctly.
Always carry 1.5x more pairs of underwear and socks than you need. You're likely to forget them or somehow lose them while traveling.
Black pants and jeans are your best friend--they go with almost everything.
Use a belt to keep collared shirts from creasing or wrinkling. Wrap a belt into a small circle, and place it in the collar of your shirt.
If you need to pack a suit coat or sports coat, wear it. Don't pack it--if you're flying, you may even discover you'll get upgraded if you look the part.
Invest in a cloth travel case to store loose items such as deodorant, a comb, a razor, etc.
Pack a high-quality razor (i.e. The Perfecter: Beard Boss Stubble and Detail Kit) along with your preferred shaving necessities. Whether it's a trip for business or pleasure, you're going to want to look your best.
When you look good (or even presentable) you're treated better--especially if you're traveling by plane. I cannot tell you how many times my husband has gotten compliments on his beard after he's cleaned it up and we've gotten some sort of upgrade or special treatment. Why risk looking scruffy when you can get an upgrade to business class when you've got a handsome and cleaned up beard?
The Perfecter: Beard Boss Stubble and Detail Kit is one of Adam's favorite grooming products when it comes to his beard maintenance. Its foil shaver is great for cleaning up along his neck and jawline, which is what needs the most tending to while we're traveling. Another bonus is that it has a 5 hours lithium battery life, so he usually does not even need to charge it when he's taking it with us on vacation or on a press trip.
The Perfecter: Beard Boss Stubble and Detail Kit is available at Walmart and on Walmart.com!
The Perfecter: Beard Boss Stubble and Detail Kit is available at Walmart and on Walmart.com!
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Sharing this very helpful post with The Hubs. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! You're welcome!
DeleteWe travel quite a lot but you have some ingenious ideas here that I have not thought of. The clear pencil case is probably one of those things that I am definitely going to always use now. What a genius idea!
ReplyDeleteGlad you found one you can implement!
DeleteThis is a great post. I suck at packing. Like, so bad. I'm bookmarking this.
ReplyDeleteLol! I am sure you're not that bad, but I am glad you found our tips helpful!
DeleteThese are great tips!!! It can be so hard to figure out the right amounts of things to pack for a trip!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed the tips!
DeleteThese are such great travel tips for guys. Typically my husband just throws stuff in a bag...I love how organized your tips are, especially about using ziploc baggies to avoid spills!
ReplyDeleteTotally! Adam never flies without his liquids in a ziplock baggy now!
DeleteThese are very helpful tips. My husband is super organized when it comes to packing.
ReplyDeleteThat is great he is organized! I bet he may have some great tips to offer, too!
DeleteZiplocks are a must when traveling! Men typically just toss stuff in their luggage, not paying any attention to it, but these tips are perfect!
ReplyDeleteTotally agree!
DeleteI need to share this post with my Son. He has a big trip coming up soon and he is a terrible packer.
ReplyDeleteHope he has a nice visit wherever he's going on his trip!
DeleteMy husband could use some of these tips for sure. He never seems to remember everything!
ReplyDeleteI hear that!
DeleteMost men need this dont they! Fly by the seat of their pants and never pack tell the last min.
ReplyDeleteLol yeah sometimes for sure!
DeleteMy husband travels for work and thankfully he doesn't have to wear suits. That makes it so much harder to pack. He has learned to carry as lightly as possible. Occasionally, he has had to run out and buy a shirt or something due to staying an extra day.
ReplyDeleteLearning to carry light is such a hard thing to master! That's great he's learned how to do it!
DeleteThese are great tips! My husband and I will be traveling in two days, I'll let him know about this.
ReplyDeleteHope y'all have a nice trip!
DeleteThis is such an brilliant tips! My husband really need to know these!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tips! This is perfect idea for my husband too.
ReplyDeleteAwesome!
DeleteI like the idea of buying a clear, cheap pencil case for cords. They are such a nuisance.
ReplyDeleteYes! Cords can be such a pain--I always end up losing mine if I don't have them in our clear case!
DeleteMy husband is kind of furry so I will have to check out this REmington! We haven't planned a trip in a minute, but these tips are helpful!
ReplyDeleteMy hubby is definitely furry so I know what you mean lol! Glad you found the tips helpful!
DeleteThese are great tips however I think you forgot one important thing. Making them actually pack the bag themselves! lol
ReplyDeleteLOL! Right!!
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