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Travel Organization: Packing 101

Don't waste valuable travel time dealing with tangled jewelry, leaking shampoo bottles, wrinkled clothing, or worse: clothing stained from your leaking shampoo. There is an abundance of products out there to simplify your sojourn, whether it's business or fun. There are travel totes ,cases ,briefcases  and bags  that go far beyond standard luggage  for toiletries, shirts, suits, ties, shoes, jewelry, even underwear. The styles of bags and organizers have a wide range for both men and women . And remember, with heightened airport security, employees are more likely now than ever to rummage through your belongings. Take some extra precautionary measures before you take off so you can help prevent wrinkles, spills, and a picked-over suitcase .

For Your Clothing

Garment bags  are typically a carry-on item during travel. They either lay in the overhead compartment or hang in a closet. They're meant to keep clothes from wrinkling the way hanging them in a closet would, so don't overstuff them. If a bag is too full, it won't lay flat when folded and, in turn, your clothes will wrinkle.

Important Features

  • Sturdy zippers
  • A loop at one end so you can attach a lock (though if you're flying these days, you should not lock your checked luggage)
  • A separate set of short handles so you have the option of a carrying by hand or on your shoulder
  • Detachable shoulder straps
  • A clasp on the bottom so that the ends latch together
  • A handle or hanger that will allow the bag to hang in a closet

What to Look for

Wheels

Wheeled Garment Bag 

  • Wheels  on the bottom allow you to roll this bag behind you.
  • A retractable handle gives you the option to carry.
  • This product is an ideal choice for anyone with back problems or for someone who has trouble carrying shoulder bags.
  • Want a different color, style, or brand? Check these  out.

Compartments

Travelpro Crew Rolling Garment Bag  ($600) makes keeping organized while traveling simple.

  • Separate compartments can help you arrange your belongings by category: toiletries, shirts, shoes, ties.
  • Ideal for a quick business trip: it holds enough for a few days' travel.
  • In the event that your checked luggage is lost, take this as a carry-on piece to help you get though a day or two.
  • All garment bags have compartments but some have more than others. Online product details will specify what each bag includes.

Shoulder straps

The Victorinox Mobilizer NXT Collection Paratrooper Tri-Fold Garment Bag  ($360) is sportier and easier to carry over the shoulder.

  • It's compact and fits under airline seats. Toting it around over your shoulder is easy to do.
  • Idea for people who find roll-alongs cumbersome.
  • Be sure it has contoured, adjustable straps that go easy on your shoulder.
  • Want a different color, style, brand? Check these  out.

For Your Accessories

Trust that your scarves, pocketbooks, ties, shoes, and jewelry are not destined for organizational disaster. At least not with these super-convenient, "why-didn't-i-think-of-that?" tools.

Accessory Organization

Tie Rack 

A portable tie rack is a godsend for the business man on the go. If you are going to be attending meetings all week, you don't want to be caught in the same tie every day.

Netbook Attache Case 

These attache cases slip over the handles of your rolling luggage so you can easily bring your netbook or iPad along, and keep it safe and organized.

Travel Jewelry Organizer 

If you can't leave the house without your precious pearl necklace, don't fret. There are plenty of travel jewelry organizers that are small and compact. Or maybe you need something bigger .

Lingerie Travel Bags 

Lingerie bags keep your unmentionables together in one place, and protect any delicate materials from snagging.

Shoe Bags 

Shoe bags keep your footwear in its own place, away from damage.  These also prevent grimey soles from damaging other items in your luggage.

For All the In-Betweens

Related Products

Travel Makeup Case 

Girls have got to be pretty on the go. A travel makeup case is the perfect way to ensure glamor anywhere.

Travel Brush Case 

Brush cases are important too: how else are you going to apply the makeup you brought along with you?

Travel Toiletries 

Toiletries are important, but most airports these days won't allow bottles with over three ounces of liquid through security. Travel size will be your savior.

Mini Bottles 

Mini bottles are great if you have your own larger sized toiletries already, and just want to transfer them into something smaller.

Pill Case 

We all have our medications and vitamins to take and you don't want to lose track while on vacation--nor do you want to lose them, period. Pill cases will keep you organized.

Toothbrush Cover 

No one wants the bristles of their toothbrush touching other things in a suitcase. Keep them clean with a cover.

Travel Iron 

Don't always count on hotels providing an iron; travel irons are easily foldable so your clothing can look great.

Wrinkle-Release Spray 

Wrinkle-release spray is for those pieces of clothing that can't safely be ironed, but still need to look picture perfect.

Vacuum-Sealed Bags 

Vacuum-sealed bags not only keep items clean and in good shape, but will make packing a whole lot easier.

Luggage Locks 

Don't leave your luggage unlocked especially if you have valuables inside. Locks come in all styles.

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