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[+] of the journey. getty Carrying on all your gear as opposed to checking a bag comes with a myriad of benefits. You don’t have to worry about the airline losing or damaging your luggage, you can breeze right past baggage claim, and having a carry-on is generally easier to transport while you’re getting from point A to point B.
Packing all your belongings into a carry-on when you’re used to the roominess of checked luggage can be a bit daunting—but it’s not impossible as long as you plan properly. Here are five mistakes you’ll want to avoid when choosing to go carry-on only: Stuffing your carry-on to the gills You might think that as long as you can technically fit everything into your carry-on, even if it’s bursting at the seams, you’ve achieved the accolades that come with packing light. Don’t do this to yourself! You’ll want to make sure that you have space in your carry-on for things like souvenirs.
You’ll also want to keep in mind that it might not be as easy to fold and roll your clothes at the end of the trip; the last thing you want is to run out of space and have to go buy additional luggage or bags on the last day of your trip. Not maximizing space While you don’t want to stuff your carry-on past its limits, you’ll also want to make sure you’re still maximizing the space available in .