Whenever I have moved I always have a few boxes of essentials. All the stuff you need right away goes in there (toiletries, phone, towels, sheets etc) in my suitcases I fill them with the clothes I need everyday for the next few weeks so they are easy to find and can live out of the suitcase while I unpack. Also, get lot's of help. I had y husband and his friends moving stuff while I cleaned and unpacked. Good luck!