Travelling is exciting, but packing is not. Travellers dread it a lot, and if they can just hire a person who would do all the packing for them, then I’m sure they would. If you’re one of those people, then you don’t have to worry, here are some of the most common mistakes people do when packing their stuff for travelling and how you can avoid it.

Not taking advantage of every space in your bag

If you’re clueless on how to do so, then you can always research online. Watch YouTube videos and read articles – the internet is a magical place. Start by rolling your clothes instead of just folding them – trust me, you will save a lot of space if you do this. You can also stuff your socks and shoes with small items such as headphones, chargers, lotion, etc.

Bringing items of clothing that you can’t use altogether

This is one of the biggest mistakes that people do when packing clothes for their travel. Before packing, you have to make sure that you’ve laid out every piece of clothing and planned your whole outfit. Bring neutrals and monochromes, and pair those with pants, plain skirts, or leggings. You can always add a touch of colour by bringing a colourful or printed scarf, or even some cute accessories.

Packing a huge amount of money or any expensive stuff

The number one rule with packing is to never pack money on your luggage. That’s meant for your carry-on, or better yet, do not bring a huge amount of cash, especially if you have a credit card on hand, as that is much safer to bring. Refrain from bringing anything expensive as well, as this can be a target for thieves.

Packing more than four pairs of shoes

Bringing more than four pairs of shoes is just unnecessary. It makes the baggage heavy, plus it takes a lot of space. You should instead, bring at least one or two pairs – and choose the most versatile ones.

Putting electronics such as laptops and cameras on your luggage

It’s always a no-no to put electronics on your luggage, as these things can get damaged easily. The luggage handlers in the airport are not the most gentle, and they usually toss the bags when transferring them from one plane to another. You can, instead, put them in your carry-on luggage.

Not securing your containers properly

You definitely have to secure your containers – especially the ones with liquids inside. The change in air pressure can make the lid pop off or leak on everything inside your bag. Make sure this doesn’t happen by using some cling wrap under the lid before putting it back on its bottle. Also, refrain from bringing bottles with liquid inside them, as airports have very strict guidelines regarding this.

Forgetting to check the weather before leaving

Checking the weather of your destination is one of the first things that you must do before packing and flying. You wouldn’t want to be stuck in summer clothes when it’s actually freezing cold where you’re going.

Follow these tips and you’re sure to have a great trip. Be safe always! Drive yourself to the airport and park your car with Alpha Airport Parking to ensure your car stays safe while you’re away.