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🚢Why I Gave Up Carry-On Only After a Year of Living on Cruise Ships

Poverty to Paradise
Poverty to Paradise
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👁️ 26K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:10:16
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Level 8 sent me this luggage for free in exchange for making this video.

I've been living full-time on cruise ships with just a carry-on and a backpack.

I'm going to keep this luggage. I am going to hold on to it for my fulltime travels.

This is the quietest suitcase I've ever had.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Wear your heaviest outfits on travel days to save luggage weight.
Use a slashproof sling bag for security in tourist areas.
Keep a luggage scale to ensure your backpack stays under 15 pounds.
Pack a separate medical bag for domestic flights if allowed.
Use a door alarm for solo female travelers for added safety.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy did the creator give up carry-on only after a year of living on cruise ships?
QWhat are the challenges with airline weight limits for carry-on luggage?
QHow can you pack for full-time cruise living with a new luggage setup?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Barcelona1½ Happy Bacon
Nha Trang2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

🎒 Why I Gave Up Carry-On Only After One Year Living on Cruise Ships After a full year of living exclusively out of a carry-on and backpack, I finally had to make a change. In this video, I’m sharing why carry-on only stopped working, the surprising challenges I faced with strict airline weight limits, and how I now travel full-time with a new luggage setup that works for both international and domestic flights. 🌍 Whether you're planning to cruise full-time, travel light, or fly overseas, these are real-world packing lessons learned the hard way—plus a look at my new Level8 Voyageur 28” checked suitcase and how I organize it for long-term travel. 🧳 Mentioned in this video: ✔️ My honest reason for upgrading from carry-on only ✔️ Airline weight limits that forced my hand ✔️ Backpack + sling bag setup to stay compliant while maximizing space ✔️ What I pack (and DON’T pack) for cruise life ✔️ How the Level8 Voyageur 28” suitcase fits into my new system Level8 sent me this luggage for free in exchange for this video. If you use my affiliate link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. You’ll also get 10% off your purchase! 💼 Want to check out the Level8 luggage I use? 👉 Affiliate Link: https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101429792-15212828?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.level8cases.com%2F 🧳 Use code PTP10 for 10% discount ► This is an affiliate link. I may earn a small commission if you use it. #CruisePacking #CruiseLife #Level8Luggage #FullTimeTravel #MinimalistPacking #CheckedLuggage #CruiseTips #LivingOnShips ----------------------------------------- ► Travel items I use while living on cruise ships (Affiliate Links): Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/povertytoparadise ----------------------------------------- How you can support my journey: ► Watch til the end, like, comment/question, subscribe & share ► Donate to paypal.me/PovertyToParadise ► YouTube Thanks button $$$ ► Check out the affiliate links below ----------------------------------------- Other helpful links: ► How I Cruise on Casino Deals - https://youtu.be/P7xL4TmrkFI ► Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/185qmpf13R/ ----------------------------------------- Hi! My name is Lynnelle. On this channel, I upload videos weekly surrounding topics of living on a retirement budget of $2,500 a month, traveling full-time on cruise ships using discounts including casino deals, and finding unique ways to fund a stress-free soft life. If you have a low-fixed income, are in or nearing retirement, and think you don't have enough money to live in Paradise, then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! 🚢 ----------------------------------------- 🚢 If you are over 40 and interested in learning how to create a successful YouTube channel or Jumpstart your retirement travels, these are the courses that I took (Affiliate Links): ► YouTube Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ► Retirement Travel Jumpstart Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/retirement-travel-jumpstart?ref=34db57 ► Bundle: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/bundles/retirement-travel-jumpstart-youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ----------------------------------------- ► Travel Credit Card I Use For Hotel Reward Points: → Earn 4 free nights & Elite Status with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card using this link: https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210y/QV0G9DNES1 ► Business Credit Card I use to get rewards for FREE Cruises, Hotels & Flights! Earn 200,000 bonus points with the new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ credit card and with over $2,500 in annual value, there's no competition. You can also earn up to $1,000 bonus cash back with the Ink Business Premier℠ card, Ink Business Unlimited® card or Ink Business Cash® card. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21w/JEN3IFR9ZL ----------------------------------------- ► For Business Inquiries ONLY 😊🛳 PovertyToParadise@gmail.com ----------------------------------------- FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commissions on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for legal, accounting, tax, or professional advice. If you have any specific questions about any legal, accounting, tax or other professional service matter you should consult the appropriate professional services provider. ----------------------------------------- 0251 Living On A Cruise Ship