A TRAVEL expert has revealed a simple rule that can save you space when travelling.
Flying with a budget airline can be tricky when it comes to hand luggage rules.
Passengers flying with Ryanair or EasyJet must follow strict hand luggage rules or risk getting caught out with a hefty sum if not packed correctly.
Gabriel Miller, a travel expert, has come up with an effective rule that could help you stay within the limit of what you are allowed to take.
Travellers need to focus on their trip itinerary and plan while packing.
Focusing on what can stay at home and what goes in your suitcase is challenging even for experienced packers.
However, shoes are always the largest and sometimes heaviest item in the suitcase, according to Gabriel.
Therefore, he recommends following the “three-shoe rule” which limits how much you take.
He said: “The concept is simple yet effective: limit yourself to packing no more than three types of shoes for any trip.”
This will save holidaygoers plenty of space and also encourage thoughtful packing.
It’s about bringing what you need, not what you might use
Gabriel Miller
Three sets of shoes will cover all your travel activities from days spent hiking or exploring a new city to a dinner party at night.
The travel expert recommends breaking down what shoes you’ll need to take into three categories.
For example, travellers might want to take a pair of shoes comfortable for walking but also stylish so they can used for multiple activities.
Whereas, the second pair needs to be more luxurious for any formal events or fancy dinners.
He told the Express: “It’s about bringing what you need, not what you might use.”
Gabriel suggests taking a pair of leaders for men or a sleek pair of heeled sandals for women.
Packing a pair of sandals will take up the least space in your suitcase but is necessary if you’re visiting a hot country.
The travel expert added: “Choose options that are easy to clean, quick to dry, and comfortable enough for prolonged wear.”
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