Site of the Week – July 10th, 2009
by John Wilson 
I hate to check bags. I never think they’ll make it to my destination, I’ve heard the horror stories from friends and coworkers. All I imagine is some TSA agent shuffling through my underwear. I especially dislike the buzz-kill that is arriving at a fun new location and standing around for 30 minutes waiting on your bag.
This week’s site is great for frequent travelers and those of us who pack way too much. One Bag.com is about “the art and science of packing light.” Written and maintained by Doug Dyment, the site is primarily about packing for any trip using only one bag. Doug’s introduction lists the following purposes of the site:
- What To Pack, avoiding the temptation of lugging around too much stuff;
- What To Pack It In, understanding what to look for in efficient & effective luggage; and
- How To Pack It, particularly the management of clothing so that it doesn’t get wrinkled.
The site has numerous awards and has been featured on Expedia.com, PC Magazine, Britannica’s Internet Guide and several others.
If you only have time for one page of the site, check out the One Page Checklist.
If you’re the curious type, check out the interesting folding method the site offers. I’m looking forward to my next plane trip to see if I can get away with just the things listed.
Though text heavy at times, this site is definitely worth your time if you are a frequent traveler who hates to check luggage.
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