Chapter 04 — Travel, Food & Lifestyle

How do I pack for a week in just a carry-on?

Pick one colour palette so everything matches, roll soft items, use packing cubes for compression, and wear your bulkiest shoes and jacket on the plane. Five tops, two bottoms, and one layer covers a week almost anywhere.

Follow-up questions

What are the carry-on liquid rules?

Most countries still use the 100 ml per container rule in a single one-litre clear bag, though newer scanners at some airports have relaxed it — check your specific airport.

Are packing cubes actually worth it?

They don't reduce total volume much, but compression cubes do, and all cubes make finding things without unpacking far easier.

What's the standard carry-on size?

Roughly 55 x 40 x 20 cm, but budget airlines are stricter and often charge for anything larger than a under-seat personal item.

How do I do laundry while travelling?

Sink-wash with solid soap, roll items in a towel to wring, and hang overnight. Merino and synthetic fabrics dry by morning; cotton usually doesn't.

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