10 Tips For Traveling Light

culled from:.forbes.com

1. Put things in perspective

During the 1920s and 1930s, wealthy train travelers carried toilet articles in bags like this leather travel case with a canvas cover, which belonged to Prince Bernhard, the father of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands. Photo: Museum of Bags and Purses, Amsterdam
 

2. Choose a capacious carry-on

A duffel on wheels, without any interior compartments, gives you a lot of flexibility about what-- and how--you pack. The 22-inch Timbuk2 conveyor wheeled duffel bag (about $200), shown here, can hold a week's worth of clothing. Want ideas about destinations? See our story,  

3. Bring ample footwear

Without going overboard, bring appropriate shoes for all the activities you have planned. For more information, see "How To Find Comfortable Shoes That Don’t Compromise Style." 

4. Be a minimalist with toiletries

Pare your list down to what you absolutely need and rely on hotel amenities. For the full story, click here.

5. Layer to change your look

This approach gives you more outfits and the flexibility to adjust for weather changes. One long-sleeve button-down shirt, two camisoles, two tank tops and a cardigan can be combined in multiple ways

6. Dress it up or down

Light-weight, wrinkle-free separates that can go dressy or sporty make the most of each inch of packable space. By day these three tops look casual with cargo pants. In the evening, pair them with a wrinkle-resistant tube skirt and ballet flats for a dressier look.

7. Teach kids to help

At the earliest opportunity, make them responsible for their own belongings. Even a four-year-old can maneuver a small roll aboard using skills mastered during the pull-toy days. For more about traveling with kids, see our story, "Seven Tips For Traveling With Grandchildren."

8. Use apps to the max

A variety of smart phone apps have taken the place of weighty travel paraphernalia. You can use them to do everything from taking and editing photos to navigating your way around foreign cities. For more information see, "Road-Tested Travel Apps."

9. Wear the bulkiest items in transit

Jeans, which are heavy and take up a lot of suitcase space, are great for travel because they are so durable. If it's too warm to wear the jacket or coat you've brought, sling it over your arm.
 

10. Wash, rinse, repeat

Hotel laundry services can cost almost as much as the items you are having washed. Instead, use laundromats, locate drop-off laundry services, or rinse things out in the sink.