Heavy Layers, Light Travel: 4 Tips for Traveling to Cold Destinations

You can’t wait to watch fluffy snowflakes drift past the kitchen window while your family bakes sugar cookies. You’ve been looking forward all year long to the sound of your skis carving through fresh powder. Whether you’re visiting your snowy hometown or taking an annual ski trip with your family, there’s plenty to love about winter vacations.

Check out these four tips before traveling to winter destinations and get ready to enjoy your snowy trip to the fullest.

Know Your Layers

The key to packing light is packing right. When traveling to a cold destination, save room in your waterproof duffel bag by bringing well-made base and mid layers. Base layers should be form-fitting, breathable, and warm. Mid layers are designed to add insulation and trap body heat—think fleeces, vests, and puffers.

Quality base and mid layers will keep you warm and dry during your winter travels, and they take up less space than multiple bulky sweatshirts or coats. Remember to add cozy accessories to your packing list, such as gloves, beanies, and scarves.

Use Space-Saving Packing Gear

Bringing your iconic ugly sweater, gifts for the whole family, and gear for your favorite snow sports starts with space-saving packing solutions. While shorts, tank tops, and t-shirts might fit easily into your spacious carry on backpack, you might need to call in reinforcements when packing sweaters and pants.

Use compressible packing cubes to squeeze shirts, socks, and other essentials into a compact cube to create space for bulkier items. Not only will a set of durable, well-designed packing cubes help you feel like you’re packing light, but these organization tools will also keep your bags from turning into chaos when it’s time to go home.

Account for Elevation

If you’re hitting the slopes or traveling to your Hallmark-worthy hometown, chances are you’ll be visiting higher elevations. While a few extra feet above sea level may not seem like a major difference, there are a few ways you can make your high-altitude journey a little easier.

• Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water and electrolytes before and during your trip can help you avoid altitude-induced dehydration.

• Pack Toiletries Securely: The change in pressure caused by higher elevations can cause toiletries to leak or overexude when opened. A sealed travel toiletry bag can save your sweaters from any leaky toothpaste tubes or lotion bottles while traveling.

Wear Your Bulky Items

While you don’t have to board your flight looking like the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, carrying or wearing a few key layers on your travel day can save plenty of space in your suitcase. Pack easy-to-squeeze layers such as scarves, hats, and mittens into your carry on and wear large items such as your snow boots and jacket.

You might find that a rolled-up jacket makes an excellent in-flight pillow or that it fits nicely under the seat in front of you. Whether you use your extra suitcase space to bring gifts for the family or extra snow gear, you’ll thank yourself for saving space.

With these four tips, you can enjoy your snowy destination to the fullest.

About Eagle Creek

Even when you’re carrying your world on your shoulders, the right travel gear keeps you light on your feet. Every stage of life comes with unique opportunities for adventure, which is why Eagle Creek designs durable travel gear for every type of journey. Whether you need a carry on backpack for an international solo trip or travel backpacks that keep your family organized during holiday travel, Eagle Creek has you covered. Their No Matter What® Warranty guarantees that any piece of Eagle Creek gear can be repaired or replaced, while their durable designs and materials ensure this gear is built to last. As the brand that pioneered the adventure travel gear industry, Eagle Creek makes it easy to find innovative packing solutions for your next journey. 

Find waterproof luggage and packing cubes at https://www.eaglecreek.com/

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