Luxury Travel Packing Essentials: How to Stay Organised on Holiday
Annual family Christmas in New York? A much-needed dose of winter sun in the Maldives? Whether you’re skiing in St Moritz, sunning in Providenciales, or packing up the car for a cosy Cotswolds holiday, travel often means juggling multiple climates, destinations and people — sometimes all in one trip.
At The Organised Atelier, we believe calm travel starts before you leave home. With the right organisation systems in place, your suitcase becomes intuitive, accessible and easy to maintain — allowing you to reach for what you need without unpacking everything along the way. Below, we’re sharing our favourite elevated travel organisation essentials to keep your holiday packing beautifully in order, wherever the season takes you.
Packing Cubes: The Foundation of an Organised Suitcase
Packing cubes are the backbone of a well-organised suitcase. We think of them as portable drawers — each category has a designated place, making it easier to pack, unpack, and repack throughout your trip.
They’re particularly useful for:
Multi-city travel
Packing for different climates
Family holidays where multiple suitcases are involved
Our Go-To Picks
July – Packing Cubes
Clean, modern and beautifully made, July’s packing cubes strike the perfect balance between luxury and practicality.
Away – Packing Cubes for Kids
Waterproof and durable with a quiet, premium feel. These cubes maintain their shape well and are ideal for longer trips and add a pop of fun in your suitcase.
Tropicfeel – Smart Packing Cube 10L
Perfect for carry-on only trips or city hopping, these compression cubes reduce bulk while keeping categories neatly separated. A great option for ski trips or layered packing.
How we use them:
One cube per clothing category (daywear, evening, loungewear, ski layers, swim)
One colour or monogram per family member
Smaller cubes for children to keep outfits grouped and easy to access
Clear Zip Pouches: Calm Category Control
Clear zip pouches are one of our most relied-on travel tools — especially when travelling as a family. While simple, they are incredibly effective for category containment.
They’re ideal for:
Swimwear
Medications and first aid
Chargers and small electronics
Snacks, goggles, hats or ski accessories
Being able to see exactly what’s inside means no rummaging, no repacking, and no frustration.
Our Preferred Sources
Muji UK – Clear EVA Zip Cases
Minimal, functional and well-made, Muji’s clear cases feel intentional rather than disposable and work beautifully inside both suitcases and carry-ons.
Clear Zip Pouches (Various Sizes)
We often use a range of sizes so each category has its own “home” — particularly helpful when packing for children.
Tech & Charging Organisation: Less Scrambling, More Calm
Loose cables are one of the quickest ways for a suitcase — or hand luggage — to descend into chaos. A dedicated tech organiser keeps everything accessible, protected and easy to find.
Our Favourite Options
Bellroy – Tech Kit / Tech Kit Compact
Understated, beautifully designed and highly functional. These kits hold chargers, adapters, power banks and headphones in one streamlined case, making airport security and hotel unpacking far simpler.
Native Union – Tech & Charging Organiser
Design-led tech accessories that feel elevated and intentional. Their organisers and charging kits are ideal if you want something functional that also looks considered.
Universal Travel Adapter
We always recommend one shared family adapter stored inside the tech kit — particularly important for international and multi-country travel.
Additional Travel Organisation Essentials We Always Recommend
These thoughtful extras make a noticeable difference, especially on longer trips or family holidays:
Shoe & Laundry Bags
Keep worn clothes or bulky footwear contained and separate from clean items.Family Document Pouch
A single place for passports, boarding passes, insurance documents and travel confirmations.AirTags for Checked Luggage
Added peace of mind when travelling internationally or checking multiple bags.
Calm, Organised Travel — Wherever You’re Headed
Whether you’re travelling with children, hopping between cities, or heading somewhere far-flung for the holidays, thoughtful packing systems allow you to move through your trip with ease. And if a Christmas staycation is in the cards this year — whether you’re hosting at home or simply carving out time to rest and recalibrate — these elevated travel essentials also make beautifully practical gifts, even for the most organised jet-setter in your life.
