Going Away This Weekend? We've Got A 10-Minute Packing List For Ya

Here are my top tips if you're in a packing frenzy this weekend:

Making a list ahead of time is essential if you want to speed up the process. Once you generally know what you need, the process of actually packing becomes a whole lot easier. I can usually make my entire packing list during the five minutes I spend waiting for my bus, so timing is no excuse!

I have a travel drawer that houses all the things I always bring on a trip: a passport, travel adapters, chargers, packing cubes, and my swimsuit. It's a lifesaver.

The more suitcases you bring, the longer it takes to pack—and the more stuff you have to worry about losing. Traveling with a carry-on means easier packing and a less stressful experience at your destination, so I'd highly recommend doing so whenever possible.

If you have only 10 minutes, the most efficient way to pack is to lay everything out before putting it in your suitcase. That way, you'll have a clear overview of what you're bringing and you won't have to rummage through your suitcase looking for something you might have forgotten.

I started doing this once I started traveling with only carry-ons and have found it to be a great hack. I I tightly roll all of my clothing—trousers, T-shirts, shorts, you name it—which also minimizes wrinkling, makes everything look neat, and makes it easy to choose outfits. You can even stack a few shirts on top of each other and then roll them.

I strongly believe that everything should have its own place in our homes, so I extend this philosophy to my suitcase too. Using packing cubes makes it easy to pack and unpack clothes quickly and neatly and keeps things from flying around everywhere. I usually use one cube for tops and sweaters, one for bottoms and dresses, and one for socks and underwear. Bonus: They keep things from wrinkling!

I like to plan my outfit combinations before packing to avoid bringing unneeded items. And when I have only 10 minutes to pack, I make sure the clothes I do bring are versatile and similar in color so I can mix and match as needed.

I don't believe in buying travel-size items. Instead, I keep my beauty routine minimal so my toiletry bag is small enough to use at home and on the road. Here are the double-duty beauty items that I never travel without:

Now that you're all packed for your journey, here are a few food tips to help you stay healthy on the road.