Travel personality: which one are you?

Pack like you: unlock your travel personality.

Your suitcase tells your travel story before you even board the plane. Some people cram everything they own into massive bags, others survive with just a backpack and a prayer. Understanding your travel personality helps you pack perfectly instead of fighting your natural instincts.

We’re not here to change who you are as a traveler—we’re here to help you work with your personality, not against it. Once you recognize your strengths and blind spots, you’ll finally understand why certain packing advice never clicks. And for the first time, you’ll feel like the trip was made for you.

The overpacker: “just in case” champion.

You live by one rule: better safe than sorry. People joke about your suitcase weight—until they need something you actually packed.

Overpacking comes from real care. You’ve been caught in the rain without a jacket, or stuck with one shirt after a coffee spill. Those memories shape your habits.

What works.

Make two lists: “must have” and “nice to have”

Pack “must have” items first—add the rest only if space allows

Choose gear that serves multiple uses (like a jacket that’s also a blanket)

Pack one full backup outfit—not backups for everything

Know what’s easily replaceable at your destination

Your strength: You’re deeply thoughtful. Channel that into research instead of weight. You’re not wrong to be prepared—you just need to be selective.

The minimalist: less is more.

You pack like you’re entering a monastery. Everything fits into one bag—and you’re proud of it.

You’ve mastered laundry on the go, outfit re-use, and improvising when needed. But your minimalism sometimes leaves you cold (literally) or underprepared.

What works.

Prioritize multifunctional items (like a sarong that triples as towel, blanket, and cover-up)

Invest in high-quality staples

Master layering to avoid bulky packing

Study climate patterns—don’t wing it

Shop local if you end up needing one or two extras

Your strength: You move lightly and freely. You avoid baggage fees, lines, and backaches. Just make sure you’re aiming for “just enough”—not “bare minimum.”

The planner: master of details.

You treat packing like a military operation. Every item has a purpose, and your spreadsheets have spreadsheets.

Your prep game is elite—weather research, activity planning, and even backups for your backups. Packing this way gives you peace of mind. You’ve probably never forgotten something essential.

What works.

Build a master list you can adapt trip to trip

Use packing cubes (by outfit, activity, or day)

Keep one full outfit in your carry-on

Carry hard copies of key documents

Leave wiggle room for weather or delays

Your strength: Nothing catches you off guard. Your planning eliminates 95% of problems before they happen. Just remember—real travel always throws a few surprises. Stay nimble.

The last-minute rusher: chaos with a passport.

You pack at midnight and still make the gate with seconds to spare. You’re impulsive, chaotic—and somehow, it works.

You adapt fast, and you don’t waste time overthinking. But you’ve definitely bought duplicate toothbrushes, packed for the wrong season, or arrived without meds.

What works.

Keep a ready-to-go toiletry kit

Save a basic packing checklist in your phone

Stick to versatile, mix-and-match clothes

Go for wrinkle-resistant fabrics

Set phone alerts for chargers, meds, and key docs

Your strength: You thrive on spontaneity. You find hidden gems and pivot like a pro. Give yourself just enough structure to keep the chaos from catching up.