Why I Always Carry a Ziplock Bag on Every Flight

Okay, I know—it sounds ridiculous. A Ziplock bag? On a flight? But hear me out. This little plastic thing has saved me more times than I can count. It’s like my secret Swiss Army knife in the sky.

The Random Episode That Changed Everything

It started on a midnight flight to Lisbon. I grabbed a snack and... oh no—the bag tore. Chips everywhere. I was scrambling, embarrassed, while the guy next to me just shook his head, amused. I finally asked the flight attendant for a Ziplock. It fixed my mess, and that tiny act was a game-changer.

3 Ridiculously Simple Uses

• Containment station: Spills? No panic. Snack crumbs? Bag ’em and toss later.
• Shower kit: Travel bottles, gels? Pop them in a Ziplock—no leaks in your backpack.
• Storage hero: Passport + cash? Keeps them dry when you’re at the beach or trekking.

A Hack That Saved My Sanity

On a 12-hour layover in Dubai, I used it to keep my phone charger + earbuds neat and tangle-free. On a bus ride through Montenegro, it kept coins from scratching up my passport cover. Simple. But so helpful.

Why It Works

• Cheap: A few cents a bag.
• Versatile: Wet, dry, electronics, snacks—Ziplock doesn’t care.
• Reusable: Just wash and use again.

How You Can Use It Too

• Pre-pack snacks to avoid overpriced airport food.
• Guard your documents against unexpected rain or spills.
• Use as a makeshift ice pack — just fill with water and freeze at your hotel.

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Got a quirky hack of your own? Share it below—I'd love to hear what saved your trip!

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