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5 New Travel Hacks for 2026 That Will Change How You Pack FOREVER
Before you book your next trip, you need to see this. Travel hacks are essential, but I learned even more tips this past year to help you in 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9GSgGQoSlY I asked my viewers for their most genius, game-changing secrets—the ones that...
My “Climate-Switch” Formula: Escape Winter With These Packing Tricks
When packing for a trip that spans two completely different climates, the challenge is fitting everything into a single carry-on without feeling unprepared for either the snow or the sand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTErMnLH9a8 As a pilot’s wife, I have learned...
2026 Travel Changes
Big travel update changes in airports and for flights in 2025 and into the year 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO3XdzeFwEg New Fee for Non-REAL ID Travelers (Starting February 1, 2026) Travelers who are 18 years of age or older and do not present a REAL...
My Ultimate Carry-On Packing Secrets: Tetris Tricks from a Pilot’s Wife
Learn my ultimate carry-on packing secrets with these pilot's wife packing hacks designed to DOUBLE your suitcase space! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjsAOx_z_5w Learn the advanced Tetris Tricks like the Roll vs. Fold Hybrid and the critical 'Split & Edge' shoe...
5 Airplane Tips When in Your Seat
Here are the first 5 things I do in my airplane seat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfhv4wrtvfI These travel tips are what I have learned while flying in all types of seats over 23 years as a pilot’s wife. When I board the airplane, I want to have as few things in...
Travel Gift Ideas for the Man Who Has Everything
It's a struggle to find a unique gift for men. These male-specific travel gifts are practical and high quality for every budget. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UruxtF-CYnk This is your ultimate guide for premium must-have travel essentials or accessories for your man...
Backpack Features to Fit Under Your Airplane Seat With BAGSMART
Travel is easier with the right bag. This backpack handles a full trip while keeping to underseat personal item size limits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HtTfiVBy0U It's the best budget brand because of what all you get. This one bag's features will help a senior...
Best Under Seat Personal Item Bags Travelers Actually Want
Today, I will show you the best of the best personal item bags that fit under airplane seats. Think of this list as a gift guide of carry-on under-seat bags that will help you find the perfect one for any traveler. Merry Christmas to yourself or a travel buddy....
Travel Toiletry Essentials from Amazon
Since we still have to cram our favorite toiletries and liquids into tiny, compliant bottles, I am here to help you find the essentials. But what if your travel-sized essentials were actually fun to pack and fun to give as a gift this Christmas?...
Eleven Road Trip or LONG Flight Outfit
Are you planning a long flight or a lengthy holiday road trip? Before you even think about packing, you need to choose the perfect outfit for the trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiS9VA0a_V0 Stop making these 5 major outfit mistakes that ruin your comfort in a...
Best Shoes for Traveling in the Rain
My Tip: Stop sacrificing luggage space for too many shoes! These are 11 of my best travel shoes for the Fall and Winter seasons that will allow you to explore a new city all day, every day, without pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ozsh8fM7naQ I have walked a lot...
Ten Winter Outfits in One Bag
After 23 years of carry-on-only travel, I cracked the code for winter packing. I'll show you how to fit 10 stylish, warm, and non-bulky outfits for cold-weather trips (Christmas Markets, Europe, Iceland) into just one suitcase....
Chicago Visitor’s Quick Guide: ORD & Downtown
If you are traveling to Chicago, these are two of my top recommendations! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rhQpAHYE8kg The Ultimate Treat Near O'Hare is High Tea With Gerri Just 20 miles north of ORD, this is an authentic, luxurious High Tea experience in Long Grove....
Your Perfect European Christmas Market Packing List in Only Carry-On Luggage
Traveling to a European Christmas Market sounds magical, but packing for it, especially in just a carry-on, can feel overwhelming in the winter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhsfGWcb3dE&feature=youtu.be As a pilot’s wife, I've compiled my top list for women. In...
Travel Outfits for Small Airplane Seats
Pilot Wife Reveals 9 Outfits That Actually Work in Middle Seats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKbcw0kJQYs&feature=youtu.be If you're stuck in middle seats, you need these 9 Travel outfit ideas. All 9 outfits will be comfortable. Your job as a passenger will be...
Navigating TSA and Medication
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has had to crack down on traveling with medication, probably because it’s so confusing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JPbLxOWL3c&feature=youtu.be They have made some clarifications and are strongly emphasizing...
Travel Outfit Layering Pieces
These are travel outfit layering pieces for when you need an outer layer for different temps. Either the airplane is freezing cold, or you are in a cold restaurant in the middle of a foreign city, or you are planning a trip with cooler temperatures in the evening or...
8 Travel Pants With Elastic Waistbands
These pants have elastic waistbands for travel. They are the most comfortable pants you will ever need for travel outfits. If you have specific needs for your vacation outfit trousers, I KNOW one of these will be perfect for travel....
Waterproof Boots That Are Actually Comfortable for Europe
These are the waterproof boots I bought for travel specifically. During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I buy boots that are discounted but that will actually travel well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn4S962uoBQ&feature=youtu.be The Nordstrom Sale ends on Aug...
12 Travel Hack Shortcuts for Airline Passengers in 2025
Here are 12 travel hack shortcuts for airline passengers in 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIHLli_XTG8&feature=youtu.be These 12 travel hacks are systems, methods, and time-saving strategies that you need. I have divided these travel hacks into shortcuts...
6-Step Personal Item Packing System for 2025 Air Travel (Especially If You Haven’t Flown in a While)
Your unorganized underseat bag could stress you out before your vacation has even begun, but with these 6 steps, you will have an order inside your personal item. Whether you will organize a backpack or tote bag as your one personal item allowed for the flight, this...
9 Travel Outfits for Hot Vacations
When I plan travel outfits for hot summer weather, I need: Clothing for women that does not cling, especially if humid and hot weather. Vacation outfits that are lightweight. Breathable fabrics. Shorts that do not ride up when I walk and sweat....
9 Travel Sandals for Walking All Day on Cobblestone Roads
These 9 sandals for walking all day are essential for your travel outfits. I need sandals that can be worn on cobblestone streets while being active on vacation. These are the most supportive sandals for tired, hot feet while walking all day, wherever you travel. They...
Southwest Airlines Bans Hidden Chargers in Carry-on Baggage
Southwest airlines bans hidden chargers in carry-on baggage to prevent fires in airplanes. On May 28, 2025 No more charging your phone from a hidden power bank inside your carry-on during Southwest Airline flights. Don’t worry — in this video, I’ll explain...
New Carry-On Rules of Items Banned on Flights in 2025
Here is a list of new rules for carry-on luggage of items in 2025 for several Asian airlines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAQlqFmX9ic&feature=youtu.be The United States Federal Aviation Administration has banned many items because they could be harmful to...
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