Our family travels many times a year for livestock shows and for fun. Packing for seven people is something that I’m highly familiar with. It’s a daunting task and one that I dread each time. It takes a lot of clothing, time, and planning to prepare for a week plus away in itself, let alone when you’re packing for a big family. Along the way I’ve learned tips and tricks to simplify this aspect of traveling so today I’m going to share those tips.
Tip #1: Stay somewhere with a laundry service on site. Nearly all hotels have a washer and dryer available on location for a small change fee. We typically try to stay at a rental home when we are away so there’s a private laundry area. You can also find an actual laundry service company in the area that you’re staying. My mom does this when my dad is in the hospital. You drop your laundry off and they wash, dry, and fold/hang it for you. It’s a more expensive option but still reasonable.
Tip #2: By doing this not only can you pack half of the stuff because you can wash it all mid week to rewear it but you can also wash it again and pack it back up before you leave so you aren’t washing a weeks worth of laundry when you get home.
Tip #3: Preplan your week/each day’s outfit accordingly to that day’s activities. This helps with not over packing.
Tip #4: How you fold your clothing matters! You can save space in your luggage by folding things a certain way.
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE METHOD I USE FOR FOLDINGTip #5: Make a list of what to pack and pack a week in advance. This helps with not forgetting anything because you have a whole week to remember items that you may have missed.
Tip #6: HAVE FUN AND DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF. If you do miss something, it’s okay. Don’t stress about it.
Happy packing!
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