I thought I travelled a lot. Then, on a recent trip back from Moscow I spoke to the flight crew at Lufthansa. How they don’t collapse from jet lag exhaustion is beyond me. Unsurprisingly they know one or two things about how to pack a suitcase too. Here one of their Chief Flight Attendants, Barbara Kuechler shares her top tips.
- Never, ever pack at the last minute.
- Put shampoo, shower gel and other cosmetics into a sealable plastic bag, this way everything stays clean and dry just in case of a spillage.
- Pack heavy things first, like shoes (always in a shoe bag) and your toilet bag. Then, put your lighter items on top and fill any spaces with smaller belongings.
- Roll up your clothing up very tightly, to fit more in and avoid creasing.
- Put dresses and button up shirts in a transparent plastic cover or in a suitcase net to avoid creasing.
- Fit socks and other soft items into your shoes to save on space and keep your shoes in shape.
- Never pack your suitcase to the fullest, always leave space for souvenirs and other holiday shopping.
- During your trip, always put dirty clothes in a separate bag, separated from fresh clothes.
- Keep valuables such as jewelry and electronics in your hand luggage. Although it rarely happens with Lufthansa, checked in baggage can get lost so it’s a good idea to keep your most valuable belongings with you.
- Have a great flight!
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