Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover luxury travel—from takeoff to touchdown and everything in between. You can be the most clever packing expert, schlep only ...

How to pack lighter, smarter and more intentionally without sacrificing comfort, style or the essentials.

Packing for a beach vacation has always been a bit of a challenge for me. On my last beach trip, I found myself in a familiar situation (overthinking what to pack and inevitably ending up with a ...

I love being as minimalist as possible in every aspect of my life. A part of that is thanks to the fact that I live in a 275-square foot apartment in New York City, and another part is thanks to the ...

Scott Jordan didn't mean to change the way people pack -- or more specifically, don't pack. When he started SCOTTeVEST 18 years ago, he thought his multi-pocketed clothes would catch on with gadget ...

Packing is pivotal. Forget an essential item and you're left disappointed and scrambling to find the nearest store in your destination. Pack too much and you end up disorganized, burdened with heavy ...

Ever dragged an unbelievably heavy suitcase down a cobblestone street or tried to shove one into the trunk of a tiny taxi? If so, it’s probably not a pleasant flashback. Now, imagine breezing through ...