Save Money at Dublin Airport with These 6 ‘Game-Changer’ Packing Hacks

Are you tired of paying extra for checked luggage? Do you struggle to fit all your travel essentials into your suitcase? As a seasoned traveler, I’ve learned a thing or two about packing smart. In this article, I’ll share six ‘game-changer’ packing hacks to help you avoid checking luggage into the hold and save money on your next trip.

The KonMari Folding Technique

The first hack is to try the KonMari folding technique, which involves folding clothes into compact rectangles that can stand upright in your suitcase. This technique has three ways to approach certain types of clothes. For t-shirts and shirts, fold one side toward the center, fold the other side the same way, fold in half lengthwise, and leave. For sweaters, fold one side toward the center, fold the sleeve to fit within the rectangle’s width, fold the sleeve back flush with the edge of the rectangle, fold the other side the same way, fold in half lengthwise, and stand the sweater upright. For pants and shorts, fold the legs in half, fold the legs upward toward the waistband, fold in half or thirds, and stand pants/shorts upright.

Folding clothes using the KonMari technique

Vacuum Bags for Bulky Clothing

Another hack is to use vacuum bags to compress bulky clothing such as jackets and jumpers. Simply place your clothes inside the bag, seal it, and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the excess air. This makes the bag airtight, reducing the suitcase’s space.

Using vacuum bags to compress bulky clothing

The Tetris Method

The third hack is to strategically layer your packing using the Tetris method. Place heavier items like shoes or toiletry bags at the bottom, followed by neatly folded clothes arranged vertically. Fill any gaps with smaller items to ensure every inch of your suitcase is put to use. This method helps distribute weight evenly, preventing your clothes from getting wrinkled during travel.

Packing using the Tetris method

Multi-Use Products

The fourth hack is to pack multi-use products to make your travel a lot easier. Packing only products that serve multiple purposes helps holidaymakers save on weight and space without missing out on their essentials. A Swiss Army Knife, for example, comes equipped with a bottle opener, scissors, and much more.

A Swiss Army Knife is a great multi-use product

Accessory Organisers

The fifth hack is to invest in accessory organisers for jewellery and electronics. This helps keep your accessories and wires tangle-free and within close reach of each other, preventing less time rummaging through your suitcase to locate the item.

Using accessory organisers for jewellery and electronics

Shoe Storage

The final hack is to use the space inside your shoes as it is a great space to store small items. The empty space is excellent for storing socks, underwear, and electronics like shavers and electric toothbrushes. This has the added benefit of helping your shoes maintain their shape during travel.

Using the space inside your shoes for storage

By following these six packing hacks, you’ll be able to save money on checked luggage and make your travels a lot easier. Happy packing!