Do you struggle with knowing just how to organize and store your unused luggage?  This is a common issue that many people have and I'm going to give you a few tips today.

First things first, you need to determine just how often you travel.  This has a big impact on where and how you need to organize and store your luggage.  For those who travel regularly, you will want much more access than those who travel once or twice a year.

The next thing you need to evaluate is the amount of room you are working with in your space.  Do you have an abundance of space where you can store the luggage and other items or is your storage space limited to where you have to get creative with how and where you store your luggage.

What type and how much luggage do you have?  Now, if I'm honest I can say I have run into people across the board on this one.  It is usually one or the other, either you have way too much luggage or you don't have nearly enough.  In my situation, I think I am on the enough, but not necessarily what I want lol.  The truth is I would love matching luggage, but what we have works for us right now.  The amount and type of luggage you have is important because this will help determine how you have to navigate storage options.

Now once you have answered these questions, we can get into the nitty gritty of developing a plan for your luggage.
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 	<li>Physical storage for your luggage - if you are able to consider using your underbed storage space to store unused luggage</li>
 	<li>Consider using the actual luggage to store seasonal or rarely used items when they aren't in use for travel.  Granted when you do travel you will need to remove that stuff and pack the things you need, but in most cases this isn't a huge concern, as you can replace it once you get back.  This of course isn't an idea option for those who travel regularly;</li>
 	<li>Use hooks to hang luggage when not in use.  This is great if you have an attic space, walkable crawl space or garage area.  The one thing you need to be careful of is damaging the strap or handle when hanging it.  Make sure it is a hook that can handle the weight.  You also want to protect the luggage with a plastic bag if in a dusty or uncontrolled climate.  You don't want critters or the elements getting to your luggage.</li>
 	<li>Nestle the bags - for those like me who have the humongous bag that is used for week long trips vs. the overnight or weekend bag, you can nestle smaller bags in the larger bag.  This will allow all travel bags and luggage to be in one place.  This also takes up a lot less space than having them all hung or stored separately.</li>
 	<li>Store Your Toiletry Travel Bag separate - you don't want to store your toiletry bag too far from your day to day toiletries, mainly because you will need to ensure they stay in a controlled climate.  You also want to keep them near so you can change them or use them as needed.  I store our toiletry bag in our closet on a shelf for ease of access.</li>
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