The harsh reality for me and other horrible packers with the same issue is that when taking trips, there isn’t always room for all that extra baggage (literal and figurative, but today ain’t the day for us to talk about packing or unpacking the emotional shit). Anyway, whether traveling by plane, train, or automobile, the goal should be to take only what is necessary. This will allow your bags to take up the least amount of space required, for you to save money on baggage fees (these airlines are doing the most), and to create a no stress situation allowing you to enjoy your trip. Believe it or not, there are some really easy ways to properly pack a carry-on bag for light travels.