Unusual Packing Items That Are Genius

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Packing can be quite the hassle. Many times you end up with your clothes all smashed together and are barely able to shut your suitcase. Frequently travelers, or those that just like packing to be as easy as possible, should purchase some of these unusual packing items that are genius.

Laundry Soap Sheets
It’s not uncommon for hotels to have washers and dryers, but who wants to rush out to the store and buy laundry soap. There’s actually such a thing as laundry soap sheets. Basically you just throw it into a washing machine full of water and it will dissolve on it’s on. This means that you can have clean clothes while staying at a hotel, as long as you have a bunch of quarters that is.

Laces That Stretch
Getting your sneakers on and off can take some time when you are waiting in the airport security line. You can save yourself some time by purchasing stretch laces. They allow you to easily maneuver your sneakers so that you can slip them on and off fairly quickly.

Inflatable Hangers
Hotels never seem to have enough hangers. Packing hangers from home usually won’t work because they take up too much space. Inflatable hangers can be packed in your suitcase without taking up a lot of room. Once at your destination you simply blow up the hangers and place your clothes on them.

Door Alarm
No matter how safe your hotel is it can be difficult to get a good night’s sleep. A door jam alarm can help give you peace of mind. All you have to do is attach it to the door and it will alert you if the door is opened. It’s also small enough to easily fit into your suitcase.

Anti-Crease Container
No one wants to get to their destination only to have a bunch of clothes that they have to iron. An anti-crease Shirt Shuttler is just what you need to get your clothes to their final destination without being wrinkled. This special shirt container fits inside of your luggage and transports your shirts crease free throughout your travels.

Bra Carrying Case
Bras are expensive and you don’t want to get to your destination only to discover that your favorite bra has been squished. A bra carrying case allows you to put your bras inside of it and it will protect them from getting smashed along the way. The case can securely fit into your luggage or carry on as well so you won’t have an extra item that you have to tote around.

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) and Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center, one of the most decorated travel agencies in the United States. With more than 35 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue has planned, booked, and personally accompanied trips for thousands of clients — from first-time cruisers to seasoned luxury travelers who have circled the globe multiple times. Sue's areas of deep expertise include ocean and river cruising, European tours, group travel coordination, luxury travel, honeymoon planning, and family vacation design. She is a CLIA-certified cruise specialist and works within an agency that holds IATA and ARC accreditation and maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Over her career, Sue has been involved in more than 30,000 bookings and has personally coordinated over 200 travel groups — from faith-based group cruises and HBCU alumni trips to women's retreats, family reunions, and corporate incentive travel. What sets Sue apart is not just the credentials — it is the firsthand experience behind them. Sue has personally traveled to more than 20 countries across three continents, including Cuba, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and throughout Europe. She has sailed on dozens of cruise ships across nearly every major line, walked the river cruise routes she recommends, and eaten at the restaurants she suggests to clients. Her recommendations come from personal experience, not brochures. In addition to advising clients, Sue writes extensively about travel for The Traveler's Atlas blog — covering everything from cruise line comparisons and overtourism trends to destination guides and practical travel tips. Her writing is grounded in the same expertise she brings to every client conversation: honest, specific, and built on decades of real-world travel experience. Sue is based in the United States and available to help travelers plan cruises, European tours, group trips, river cruises, honeymoons, family vacations, and more. To work with Sue, contact Atlas Travel Center at atlastravelweb.com.