About Anne and Carl Deane
Anne and Carl Deane are experienced bloggers and travelers who have visited hundreds of locations around the world to sample cuisine, learn more about different cultures, and meet interesting people. Anne and Carl made the decision to get into travelling when they realized how beneficial the hobby could be for developing self-awareness and developing a clearer understanding of different perspectives. Since dedicating themselves to traveling and their hobbies, both Anne and Carl have had the opportunity to spend time in some of the world’s most beautiful locations, sharing their experiences along the way through video content on a variety of platforms.
Anne and Carl Deane Share Tips for Packing Light
Anne and Carl Deane recognize that not every trip can be a multi-bag affair. In fact, there will be many times where it may be recommended to travel light as it can make traversing a new, less than spacious area a lot more streamlined and really make the trip more enjoyable.
Both Anne and Carl find that, despite its noted benefits, packing lightly is much easier said than done. For this reason, here, Anne and Carl Deane share a few important insights for how travelers can pack lightly and effectively for their trips.
Start With a Small Bag
The smaller your bag, the less tempted you will be to try to pack more than you need. The opposite is true with a larger bag- you will feel much more compelled to fill it! A carry-on sized bag is usually your best bet when packing light for a trip.
Make a Packing List
While it may seem like a no brainer, you would be surprised to learn how many people do not make a packing list before setting off on their trips. The benefits of packing lists are clear, not only will they empower you to pack more effectively, but they are also a great way to be sure that you are thinking about items you will absolutely need on your journey. Try to include things that you want as well as things that you need on your list. Afterwards, Anne and Carl Deane find that it can be helpful to slash the list of wants in half, leaving out any items that you are not sure you will need on your journey. Remember that, barring the most remote locations, almost anywhere that you are going to travel will have non-essentials that you can buy or rent nearby.
Consider Compression Packing Cubes
Compression packing can make it much easier to save space when trying to pack light, sometimes helping travelers almost halve the amount of space that clothes take up. What’s more is that compression packing cubes have become very affordable over the years, with more options available than ever to get the job done. Anne and Carl Deane find that, if you do not have compression cubes on hand by the time of your trip, packing clothes by rolling rather than folding is almost as effective for saving space.
Wear Your Bulkier Items
If you’re going to a location that features a variety of climates, you may need clothes for warmer weather as well as items fit for cold temperatures. If you need to bring bulkier items with you such as boots or a jacket, it can be a great option to wear them rather than pack them away. It helps that many airports and planes can be cold, which means that you can often wear them without feeling uncomfortable. Anne and Carl Deane speak to how wearing your bulkier clothing items can be helpful because it forces travelers to think more about how they are packing. If you feel like you may not need it and are packing it “just in case”, wearing it can make you confront whether or not you really want to bring it with you.
Bring Multi-Use Clothing that Can Be Mixed and Matched
When packing light, it is smart to avoid niche, specific items because there just isn’t enough space for them. Instead, try to pack multi-use items that fit a variety of situations, locations, temperatures, etc. Anne and Carl Deane also mention that clothing that can be mixed and matched are incredibly valuable for trips where compact, effective packing is a priority. For example, shoes that can be worn by the pool or for a night out near the beach can save a lot more space than needing to double up. Know yourself and what you need to have a good time on your trip and try to plan outfits that can be customized, mixed, and matched ahead of time.
Interested in More from Anne and Carl Deane?
Anne and Carl Deane aim to use this website as a one-stop-shop platform for everything from cuisine and traveling to content creation insights. Both Anne and Carl know just how important it is for us to find time to relax, enjoy scenery, and learn about ourselves and others in the process, which is why AnneandCarlDeane.co hopes to provide accessible, informative content that sheds light on a variety of topics linked to their interests.
Content featured on AnneandCarlDeane.com will address topics such as:
Cuisine: As lifelong foodies, Anne and Carl Deane have tried cuisine from all around the world and are always sharing their findings with their audience. If you are looking for more information about food culture nationally and internationally, AnneandCarlDeane.co is just the place for you.
Blogging/ Content Creation: Video content is a passion of both Anne and Carl, and they frequently draw from their years of content creation experience to share insights valuable for those taking their first steps into the field. For more blogging and content creation content spanning a wide range of topics, feel free to tune in to this site.
Travelling: Travelling is a lifelong passion of Anne and Carl, and both speak to just how valuable travel experiences can be for growing perspectives, making the most out of life, and meeting lifelong friends. Future travel content inspired by Anne and Carl’s insights aim to help readers keep up with travel industry developments, effectively hack packing/ airline travel, and truly make the most out of their experiences nationally and internationally.
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