I already made a video about a year ago, but since then I have updated my technique and tools, so I thought it was time for an update.
Here is the link to the old version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvKo5_utlYw&t=86s
But I am sure we have all been there: you are on vacation, having fun, and suddenly realize you do not have any clean clothes to wear. Or maybe you are on a long trip and realize that your clothes are starting to smell. In any case, you need to wash them, but how?
In this video, I’ll show you how to hand wash your clothes while traveling.
This is a great way to save space in your suitcase, and it’s also great for those trying to travel minimalist. I’ll show you how to get the job done quickly and efficiently to transform your stinky clothes into clean laundry.
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⏰ Chapters:
00:00 Hand washing clothes while traveling
00:59 My tools to hand wash clothes
01:04 Sink Stopper
01:12 Dry Bag vs. Scrubba
02:01 Laundry detergent options
03:09 How I wash my clothes
03:12 Sink vs. Dry Bag
03:48 How to hand wash clothes
04:52 Rinse clothes
06:15 My tools for drying laundry while traveling
06:23 Travel clothesline
06:48 Sock & underwear hanger
07:12 Hooks
07:44 Foldable clothes drying rack
08:42 How I dry my clothes while traveling
09:50 My No. 1 hack to simplify doing laundry while traveling
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Sorry, I know the video is a little bit quiet again… but this was filmed a while ago, and I promise I am currently trying to learn more about that whole sound thing… 😂 I hope it will get better …one future day! 🙃
Thank you, Maggi 💕 We are planning a trip to Cincinnati and my husband was worried about how we would do laundry. I had seen your other video before and said don't worry, I have a plan! And so I ordered a dry bag… buuuut, now watching this one, I may have ordered a very TINY dry bag 😂 But that is ok, I can use it for something. Still, funny!! I do have some very large zip lock bags from our most recent trip WHICH thanks to YOU and Sarah Murdoch, our packing was amazing! However, my mother always sends me home with things, so we still ended up checking bags. Ah well! Some day I will achieve true carry on travel… we are trying again in February and I have a plan to limit gifts we take and things we buy to the size of my underseat bag! My husband said if he has to, he will wear the hoodie we plan to buy for my stepson for his collection on the way home 😂😂 Love the videos, and happy travels in Spain! Best, Lynne
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See you in the next video 😆😆
Very helpful – thanks! One "pro" of the jean shorts (or jeans)…you can wear them many times between washes, so I agree with you; they are worth bringing.
I love your videos, as always you have so many great tips! Love from Toronto
Great tips!!
Thanks Maggi! Useful as allways. Thanks from Portugal.
Hello Magi, I just have returned from week's holiday. I tried out my new Scubba mini this week and I am disappointed, a cheaper dry bag will do the same job with more options to use it. So again, You have good tip for me with your current video (same with Osprey Arcane, which is the best bag).
You have such a delightful way about you. Love your videos.
As always, I really like your videos because they are very sincere and give confidence because you are a practical person with a lot of experience. I decided to buy a bag of Matador soap thanks to one of your videos and I am very happy.
Thank you.
I have not bought the scrubba bag because I think the plastic balls are going to mistreat my clothes. Especially the wool clothes and my delicate blouses. I'm waiting to see if they release another version with soft "waves" like those of a laundry room instead of the "balls".
I usually wash by hand in the sink with a soft soap. Sometimes I would like to use detergent but I am worried about mistreating my hands.
That's why I'd like another dry bag.
I just bought a dry bag from Flying Tiger for 7€. Haven’t used it yet but it looks decent!
Thank you for the video. I've recently bought waterproof foldable bucket and it works fine for me as a laundry bucket, a shopper tote bag, and foot spa. When it folds it is so small and light. Have a nice trip.🥰
Well, I liked my scrubba and also used it as a dirty clothes hamper in my tent. My friends used it too. But whatever bag you choose, it's the soap sheets that are the game changer! Mine had a nice subtle scent, but I will try the dots out. I am going to switch to soap sheets at home once my other detergent is gone as they make sense in several ways. Happy travels to all!
Quick-drying clothes are great, and I usually pair them with performance wool base layer T-shirts. Performance wool is lightweight, dries pretty quick, is relatively good at temperature control, and you can often get away with wearing them for a couple of days before they really get questionably smelly. The only problem is that it can get quite expensive.
If you go with wool shirts, change your deodorant to something without aluminum; I found the aluminum stains the armpit areas.
You are my favourite traveller!
I bought the Scrubba bag, but I feel like it's heavier and more bulky than the dry bag. I think I'll get a dry bag instead. Thanks!
Thank you for the laundry sheets idea. Will use this on our UK trip in only 4 weeks. Love that they lie flat in my carry on bag. 👋🏻 🇦🇺
Ich mag deine Tipps total, sie sind immer nützlich und hilfreich 🙂
Ist dieser Drybag wirklich wasserdicht? Ich möchte meinen Laptop auf Reisen gerne in einen packen, da ich meinem Regenschutz für den Rucksack nicht so wirklich vertraue 🙈
Beautiful and very informative video 💗 thanks