Traveling to destinations with unpredictable climates—warm then cold, sunny then rainy—means packing for every weather occasion. Even when traveling to temperate destinations, your itinerary may call for multiple wardrobe changes. If you’re a savvy business traveler, you may move from an air-conditioned meeting room in the morning to the warm beach in the afternoon. Here’s how to pack for multiple climates without having to drag more than your carry-on roller.
Thoroughly research each climate. Pay attention to the season, temperature, humidity levels and chance of precipitation. Start by checking the weather a week before the trip to know what to expect, then again as the date grows closer in case the forecast changes.
Looking at the weather, choose a few clothing items to layer. Instead of packing entire outfits, consider how layers can be added and removed as needed. Pack shirts that look good on their own and under a coat or cardigan. Pack versatile pants like dark jeans and neutral tones.
After laying out your clothing, the next step is to pack it efficiently. To maximize space, roll up knitted, wool and cotton clothing and fold starched clothing. Rolling up your clothes increases space in your bag, though it’s best to leave starched clothing folded to prevent wrinkles.
Wear your thickest clothing while traveling to save space in your bag. If you get too hot in the car or on the plane, simply lay your jackets and other big clothing items across your lap to keep your suitcase free for the thinner, layered clothing options. Wear your bulkiest pair of shoes as well and store a thinner, lighter pair of shoes for the opposing climate in your bag.
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