Here’s what not to bring on your next trip.

Who knows, maybe doing so will make you actually look forwardto packing!

Expired Toiletries

When was the last time youve checked in on your collection of minis?

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Broken Plastic Travel Bottles

Your travel water bottle only serves you any good if it functions properly.

If youve experienced leaks in the past, I recommend replacing them with higher-quality,leak-proof travel bottles.

Toss themand invest in durable, multi-use cables to keep your devices charged while traveling.

Items Kids Have Outgrown

Traveling with babies and toddlers requires packing up plenty of extras.

When your children get older, though, you might get by with less.

However, that item doesnt belong in your house!

Give yourself permission to resell ordonate these itemsand clear storage space in your home, Hagmeyer says.

To soften the blow a little, remember that belongings are only useful if theyre being used.