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Learn what belongs in a personal item vs a carry-on and pack smarter for every 2026 trip with these easy, airline-friendly tips.

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A personal item is a smaller bag that fits under the seat in front of you, while a carry-on is larger and stored in the overhead bin. Pack in-flight essentials like chargers, snacks, and medications ...