Space Saver Bags

Space Saver Bags

 Think you need more room in your suitcase? Travel space bags are used by filling them with your clothing and squeezing, rolling, kneeling on, and hugging until you get all the air out.  I had never used any kind of travel bag before and was given the Original Space Bag as a present for the trip.  The box says it doubles the space in your suitcase. I did not think it quite doubled it but it definitely did help out other than having no space bag at all. I got a pack of 8 bags-- 3 "suitcase size" (large), 3 "carry-on size" (medium), and 2 "pouch size" (small). These were bought at Bed, Bath, and Beyond for around $18.  The six medium and large bags worked great for clothing, while the smaller bags worked fine for that but also can be used to store shampoos, conditioners, etc, or other small personal items.  In one large bag I could fit multiple t-shirts, a pair of jeans, and light jacket. 
 

Large Bag Before

After

 Amanda also had her own travel bags which she got at T.J. Maxx.  She purchased 2 big bags for under $10.  They were made of a slightly heavier material than the Original Space Bags.  They were also both larger than my "large" bag. 

Before

After

All in all, if you are not a light packer, and are looking for something to help you out, travel bags are a great item that can help you out.  If I were to go again I would look to find the 2 large travel bags from T.J. Maxx.  They were able to compress more clothing and make more room for other things (like all the souvenirs you didn't expect to buy)! So pack those 2 extra shirts you might have had to unpack and get yourself some space saver bags!

Looking for somewhere to go to use the travel bags? Check out http://ndsu-studyabroad.blogspot.com/p/study-abroad-programs.html to find the right place for you!

-Sharon