It certainly makes sense to travel lighter these days. Many of the airlines are charging additional fees for overweight luggage. They have a 50 to 75 lbs. weight maximum per bag. With large suitcases weighting up to 20 lbs. empty that does not leave a lot of room for clothes and other assorted items. It’s time to learn to travel more efficiently.
To start with, look for lighter weight luggage or downsize to a smaller sized piece. It’s not practical to take those oversized 30″ or 31″ suitcases. Plan to start with no larger than a 29″ case. Then look for the lighter weight brands. Many pieces of luggage, that are now advertised as “light weight”, are in reality no lighter than the old pieces. Make sure you actually lift the case before purchasing. You do not have to sacrifice quality either, as there are many truly lightweight cases available in the better fabrics with the better wheel systems.
Try to limit the number of pairs of shoes you are taking. Shoes and sneakers are much heavier than clothing. Check out the many travel accessories available. Take along travel sizes of toothpaste, shampoo, and all to...