How to Travel with Only a Personal Item

Carry-on vs Personal Item: A carry-on bag is the luggage that fits into an overhead bin, while a personal item is a bag that must fit under the seat in front of you. Many airlines are now charging for a carry-on bag, but are allowing a free personal item.

Personal Item Bag - like a small backpack or oversized handbag

1 Swimsuit

3 Shirts

1 Pair of jeans https://herpackinglist.com/best-travel-pants-for-women/

1 Pair of shorts

2 Sweaters

1 Pair of Converse sneakers

1 pair of Birkenstock Madrids https://herpackinglist.com/birkenstock-madrid-slide-sandals-review-fashionable-comfortable-travel-shoes/

Camera

Chargers

Kindle

Miscellaneous goodies - snacks, tea, coffee, etc.

Contacts and glasses

Small amount of makeup and lotions

Travel hairbrush

Water bottle https://herpackinglist.com/vapur-water-bottle-review/

Small day pack that fits into the personal item https://herpackinglist.com/stuffable-bags-sea-to-summit-ultra-sil-daypack/