Here is how I managed to pack 1 week’s worth of a tropical vacation style into on carry-on for each person:

* wear your heaviest/largest item on the plane (jacket/hoodie), same with shoes (all of us always wear sneakers)

*organize you outfits by day and roll them up before putting them into the packing cubes

Printable packing checklist for all family members to help prepare for a trip in a breeze. A very detailed list of things to pack for every single family member in order.

My tips on how to pack light and efficiently for kids.