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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m in the minority on this thread but I’m team checked luggage. I don’t like limiting my shoes in case some get wet or cause blisters, I like to pack my own blow dryer, I like to have lots of OTC meds just in case, I do not like to do laundry in sinks, and I don’t like the stress of finding overhead bin space. I use AirTags / tiles in my checked luggage and that prevented an issue once. Usually no problems. [/quote]

+1. We are the same. We are certainly not overpackers either. Still just a person item and suitcase, but our suitcase is full size.[/quote]

For our family - it's a matter of planning what you pack. For shoes, we wear one, bring one. Both pairs have been tested at home and aren't going to give us blisters. If I am attending a special event or activity I might add a third pair. AirTags/Tiles will work as long as they are within Bluetooth range of an iPhone. I think the big differences I see in the responses are the kind of travel you are doing or the type of traveler you are.

For us we like to move between locations - usually on public transportation - we want to be nimble and our vacations active. So we do carry ons and have clothing that is washable - whether its the sink or a hotel service or a laundrymat. If we are going some place that is a non-stop, staying in one location and covering a lot of different ground - work, personal, wedding, or a gear heavy activities (camping/hiking) etc then we would consider checking a bag. That bag would still be on the small size - it might not fit in the overhead. We usually bring a collapsible duffle bag or backpack in case we need to expand our bags on the trip home. I have yet to bring a hairdryer with me and I've been traveling for over 30 years. Either there is one available where I am, or I let my hair do its thing. We do bring OTC medications and one family member has to have their specific body gel and shampoo.

It comes down to personal preference. To the OP - for a one week trip to another country - yes, that would be carryon for me and my family. [/quote]

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