I haven’t read all comments so this might have already been added, but, we use to carry photocopies of our passports, drivers licenses, credit cards until someone told me to photograph everything and send it to myself in an email. That way if you lose everything you own you can still access all your information on any computer or phone anywhere in the world.
Even better if you have access to a scanner to scan everything digitally into PDF files, I throw them into encrypted Cryptomator vault stored on my cloud storage (with local backup).
Donric: Email is not secure. It is like a postcard. So if I were you, I wouldn't be sending copies of my passport, driving license or credit cards by email. Take photos on your phone, or photo copies and keep them in your hotel safe or luggage.
@@StevenKeery depends on the email... "protonmail" uses Military enryption, is based in Switzerland as is used by Cyber Specialists and war corrospondents because of its secure servers
You can bring one power extension outlet, where you can plug in your camera, chargers, laptop. I am European but all electronics in my house are running on type A plug (Japan/US). So when I go somewhere out I take A type plug and outlet. If you don't need any more clothes or shoes after traveling, consider it donating to those clothing boxes you see in cities. They will be put into good use. Our salaries are like 40%-300% lower than in US. Every bit helps when economy is in the toilet.
I usually only take one pair of shoes. A pair of Clarks leather sneakers. Super comfortable for the 15,000-20,000 steps on a typical day and smart enough for a fancy restaurant in the evening.
We never bring more than a weeks worth of clothes. Even in the winter we can get by with a carryon bag and a backpack. Out tip is to find an airbnb with a washer or if at a hotel scope out a nearby laundry. Even in London we found a cute laundry and it wasn’t that pricey. The lady gave us an ikea bag to carry our stuff back to the hotel. When you do this you can be very minimal. We don’t mind running a washing machine overnight or while we are gone and hang things to dry. We feel like a local
Frites. I'll be taking a 2 and a half week vacation to Europe this September and your videos have been extremely helpful! I appreciate all the useful advice.
I traveled with wheeled carry-on only to Vienna with no plans to go anywhere but in the city (and nearby cities via rail). When I exited the train station and started walking to my hotel, my luggage broke on the first street I crossed. I hadn't even arrived at my hotel, and I had to carry my wheeled luggage. Never again! Backpack only, baby! Also, you did not touch on it in this video, but when we landed in Prague, they had lost our checked carseat. And we had scheduled travel to another town that same day. Now, we always carry our carsears/boosters on and gate check them! Love the vids! Please keep them coming!
I have a two-wheeled Osprey---but with backpack straps if needed. It's a carry-on. I spent four weeks with it in Greece and Bulgaria, meaning on rough streets, subways, and stairs. I think the packed weight was 20--25 pounds.
You also forgot to mention that we in Europe recently got farmacies, supermarkets, and stores. We even have Amazon pretty much everywhere, so you can buy toothpaste, deodorant, plasters/ bandages, etc. Jajajajajajaja Rule 1 Dont overthink it. You are not going to the Congo.
Hahaha. Our first trip to Europe with a baby we packed two weeks of diapers, powdered baby food, etc. We ran out and had to buy more towards the end of the trip - and (duh!) there are babies in Europe too. 😂
Right ! For Germany I can tell you get everythink you need. But don't expect the shops to be open 24 hours . For painkillers you need to go to a shop called Apotheke. Most of them are open till 18:00.
After traveling from the US to Europe yearly since 2012 I've gotten my packing down to a science. Biggest piece of advice is to agree with Nik--pack in the smallest bag/suitcase you possibly can. I do hike and need trekking poles and because I don't want to depend on the whims of a particular TSA agent as to whether these are allowed on board I check my bag. I have the luxury of being able to take a direct flight to my destination which lessens the chance of misplaced baggage. My suitcase is 22", and that has done just fine for trips from 2 weeks to one month. Packed it weighs in at 28-30lb which is manageable for me on stairs, cobblestones, and all the public transportation systems that I use. I pack a lightweight foldable duffel which lives in the bottom of my suitcase until the last evening of my trip. That's used for anything extra (such as Swiss chocolate :)) that I might bring home to the family. The duffel becomes my carryon, and my lightweight backpack my personal item on the flight back. Next favorite tips to repeat are layers to cover variable temperatures and a good raincoat/windbreaker & waterproof shoes are worth the cost. (And I wash clothes in the hotel sink, always planning a two night stay mid trip to cover drying time.)
I bring a checked bag on my annual trip to NL & UK because I'm going to a couple festivals and that bag has all my camping gear. I used to fit it all in a larger backpack, but now that I'm in my 60s I decided I didn't want to schlep that 35lbs on my back anymore (in addition to my carry-on pack on my front). Last year I treated myself to a rolling bag, and as a result a little bigger tent. I was able to maneuver the bag without too much trouble and kept it at around 40 pounds. I've been tweaking my gear some for this year to bring the weight down a bit, plus leaving some things behind. I also check the weather frequently before I go and adjust my packing accordingly. I've transitioned to solid toiletries, so the space dedicated to that is minimal. I pack even less clothing and bring my Scrubba bag and a clothes line and laundry sheets. For jacket options, I bring my trusty Loki Gear. Most of their stuff folds into itself (and has carrying straps) and the sleeves have built-in mittens and the hoods have a face mask. I also have a Honcho Poncho that doubles as a duvet (so I don't need a sleeping bag) or a pillow (it packs into its pocket also). I remember my first trip and packing way too much! I had no room for souvenirs. This year I'm going to try one of those neck pillows that you stuff with clothing...
I find physical maps in small sizes that can fit into your pocket very helpful, sometimes it's easier to just have a quick look on the map to orientate oneself for a second than to use half an hour on an online Google map with unnecessary disinformation. Or, one can take a screenshot of that piece of the interactive online map that shows your destination in advance before you go. Saves a lot of time. 😎👍
Another great video. I have spent the last year studying all your videos for a three-month trip to Europe with just a carry-on Monos, a backpack, and Allie's Free People sling. I can't wait! I would never, ever have considered this before finding your channel.
Frites! I just purchased the Peak Design 45L BP yesterday so it was cool watching this video. I’m traveling back and forth from Europe to the US more often, and I believe this will be a perfect companion. I like that when I’m in Europe traveling by car or train I can max out at 45L and fit not only my stuff but also my wife’s clothes. I’m thrilled to get this pack soon! Thanks for the great content! 👊🏼
I take 7 shirts, 7 underwear, 7 pairs of socks one pair of shoes and two pairs of trousers for a two week trip. No toiletries. I use the laundry one week in.
@@claudiakarl7888 well I shower etc in the morning before I leave for the airport. My hotel always has soap and shampoo I just need to buy toothpaste and sunscreen.
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Love your videos with a wealth of valuable information! Traveling to Portugal soon and just found out about terminal 1 and terminal 2 in Lisbon and so glad I did my research. I decided to do a carryon to avoid missing my connecting flight based on the time I arrive in Lisbon to fly to Madeira. Not to mention scheduling flights to make sure I have sufficient time to catch my connecting flight. Thank God both my airlines are in terminal 1-I have seen that line at 6am in Lisbon.
My rule is if I’m not going to use something three times or more , it stays home. I like to stay in apartments so I can do laundry every few days, then I can take less. Layers, layers, layers!
Any air bnb will have a washing machine. Throw the laundry in before breakfast, remove it and air dry later. Many washers in Europe also have built in dryers. Owners often leave detergent for you. I put a single use Tide packet in my bag JIC. Having to spend thirty minutes doing laundry trumps having to schlep a huge bag around any day. Pack lite! I’m 62, and carry a backpack around Europe for two to three weeks at a time. You can do it!
Frites! Just got back from Europe and these tips are phenomenal. I will have to say I gave myself an 88/100 on my packing score. There was one skirt and one tiny top. I did not wear. Everything else was more multiple times. With help from you and your team, this will only get better! Many thanks, my friend.
You are so right about everything! I bought so much stuff for my Italy trip last year, but once I started packing, I didn’t even use it! I wore outfits twice and brought travel laundry soap so I could wash things in the bathroom sink. I pack my toiletries, even the non-liquids, in Ziploc bags so I can squeeze the air out and have more room in my backpack. I did carry a Turkish towel because we visited several beaches, but it can also be used as a blanket on the plane. Basically, if it didn’t have a purpose, it got left at home.
Frites! I just found your channel and I am enjoying your content. My family has been traveling this way for years. Seems like we pick up new tricks all the time. We head to the Galapagos next month. Wanted to throw a tip out for comments I see about bringing back souvenirs and not having space. Quite often when we travel we will wait until almost the end of trip and ship our souvenirs home. For example, last year, we traveled quite extensively in Thailand, Cambodia and Dubai. Before leaving Thailand, we shipped a small box home with souvenirs and some clothing. The box was already delivered by the time we came back home.
Used to be a heavy packer, but then was sort of forced to travel carry on only to China for a month when we went on adoption trip and had to used our check bag for orphanage stuff and clothes for new son. When I got to the airport to depart, everyone thought I was nuts with my little carry on and a large purse. But at the end of the trip a month later, they all said I was the smart one. First off…if you aren’t working do you honestly need a laptop? Second..no one cares what you wear or if you wear the same clothes three days in a row. Third..do a little laundry in your hotel sink every few days, especially undergarments and light shirts. Most hotels will have a laundry service for a pair of slacks or sweater. Fourth. Take only one pair of shoes, the ones you wear on the plane. Shoes are rhe biggest space suckin the luggage. Have fun!
Great video as always! My family and I went on a tour last year where the "rule" was carry on only. Well, it was kind of a fail because we wanted to bring things home for family and friends...ended up buying another suitcase. Granted, this was at the end of the trip. I feel more comfortable with a checked bag just because I want the option to bring home more stuff if I want. And after many years at school, I basically never want to see another backpack ever! LOL!
I pack a lightweight foldable duffle that stays in the bottom of my suitcase specifically for this purpose. I need to check my bag because of my trekking poles, so that duffle becomes my "carry on" and my lightweight backpack my personal item.
I bought a small solid laundry soap in Paris, it was very useful to wash light clothes. I hung them at night. I took with me magnetic hooks that were very practical to hang some clothes.
I always take a microfibre towel! You don't know if you destination has enough towels or how often they change them! And I'm traveling with solid products, no liquids anymore!
Generally, I do find all of your advice useful and it's smart to try to cut down the packing and probably the paper guidebook was something that should have gone by the wayside for our trip.
I've used the Rick Steve's (before the advent of downloadable books) tip of cutting out of a guide book the necessary pages. I'm old. I still cut out the pages I need.
Just to inform you about your travel adaptor shown at 6:40 : don't use this thing with anything that needs grounding or it will become a deathtrap! It plugs into the standard Type C Euro-Plug which is ungrounded, but has a grounding symbol on it (6:44 lower left corner of the plug) and as far as i can see, it should fit on the female side at least grounded US and UK plugs. If you're pluging anything with a metal chassis into this adaptor, and the device's power supply is malfunctioning, you could get electrocuted without triping the RCD.
Wrong , a device with a metal chasis with a faulty supply would trip the RCD... That said what device with a metal chassis (and build in mains power supply) that need earthed connection would you take on a plan trip? A microwave? A washing machine? Virtually everything is made of plastic.... Heck even my hair dryer doesn't have a earth connection
@@rj7855 you are completely right. Still, the device is implying that it has some sort of ground connection and is safe to use with grounded devices, wich isn’t the case. And I actually do have a laptop which has a grounded Schuko-Plug. Btw: your hair dryer doesn’t need grounding because your sink and your bathtub are grounded and the RCD would be tripped via that pathway.
@@drrubi3944my hair dryer does not have an earth because it's a class II device (two layers of insulation) The fast majority of laptops are not earthed, the power brick may have a earth on it's primary side but the secondary side between the the PSU and laptop does not and plugging it in into a non-earthed socket (adapter) is still completely safe.
My husband and I spent a month in Europe, we used a backpack 🎒 only. I watched all the tourist with their suitcases struggling up and down the stairs at the airport,train stations and underground. And on the trains.
12:45 I am tour guide, over packing is the #1 mistake travelers make. I travel for a month at a time. I use ONE carry on. Nobody cares if they see you in the same clothes two days in a row. Ladies, two pairs of shoes are adequate, even if you are going from snow to tropical. I do exactly that once a year. You do not need heels One caveat, if you are going to do hikes, both places, you might need 3 pairs.
Another reason not to check a bag is that you lose all flexibility if your flight is delayed or cancelled. By not checking a bag it is often much easier to get re-booked on alternate flights. Thanks for the great videos!
If we are staying any city for more than two nights I always wash my undies every night and hang them on a travel dryer. Another very useful rule is that I always force my kids shower before they change into their night suits. This ways we get to carry only one pair and do laundry when we get a chance.
Frites. We'll be taking a trip on the Eurostar to the Netherlands this summer, and I'd be very interested to hear what you are packing for two weeks that includes the Netherlands.
Living in Japan, I have to bring an extra suitcase just to have room for the multitude of obligation souvenirs custom demands that I bring back with me.
I too have the GAS! 😂 Ty for this informative content you provide. I’m a backpack x carry on biddie who’s def getting my skills tested w the euro carry on requirements this round
you should had mentioned that a 75L hikingbackpack ( more or less in size up to you) should be considered a very good alternive to a standard checkin box bag. no ned to drag ut around and stairs = just walk. No you dont need to be a hiker to use it just use it for a smoother traveling.
Make sure your passport does not expire within the next 6 months. I know of someone who was denied travel, even though it was a short holiday. Also, prescription medications must be in original containers. Pharmacies will put your meds in smaller prescription bottles with appropriate labels so you only carry what you're going to need.
ดีใจที่ได้ยินว่า พวกคุณไปเที่ยวประเทศไทย I am Thai living in Australia Plans to go to visit Europe in September Have not make decision what kind of bags to use Thank you for your advice
Summer travel I pack One pair of pants One pair of shorts two pairs of boxers Two pairs of socks Two shirts A hat Small umbrella Fleece jacket Sun and reading glasses Two pens Toiletries Phone charger Laundry detergent Sink stopper For multiple weeks of travel. It's called washing an item of clothing in the hotel sink at night
Frites. Just came back from a month in Europe. Just a backpack. But I would probably do it again with a small spinner and smaller backpack. My knees aren't what they used to be.
No one needs the big checked bag. However, most people feel obligated to especially when it comes with the ticket. I went to Africa a few years ago for a few weeks, and my entire family brought 2 big bags each thankfully they didn't didn't leave one behind, but I only brought my camera backpack and a small carry on on wheels bag, and mother of God I will never go back, seeing them struggle to get to their rooms, get the bags onto the 4x4 on the way to the hotel, not to mention all the crap they never used was literally just insane!
I think it's more about people feeling insecure about where they are going and leaving creature comforts at home. The more you travel the more all this goes away. Experienced travelers in general know what to bring and know what not to bring.
@@kurtthecat3995 I for sure agree with that too. I will say that medication and the just in case things especially when going to a place like Africa were and are a real thing. For instance I had to take like 5 different medications just in case I got sick from water or food. Antibiotics and malaria meds took up a ton of room in my suitcase. I occasionally find myself trying to sneak in a thing of mouthwash more than I need lol. But it’s important to remember that in the case of most places if you forget something or need something depending on where you go. You can just buy these things. I forgot flip flops once going to Boca Florida “mistake” no this was a serious error. But I just went to the grocery store and got a crappy pair that lasted for the trip for like 5 bucks. They sucked but a week without flip flops or the made in China flops. I’m taking the latter lol.
I love my 45L leather laptop backpack which I use for carry on and to hold my electronics, umbrella, and a jacket, as well as snacks. I also use a large rolling hard suitcase. I can say in 2022 I stayed in a hotel on Mont Saint-Michel and learned the hard way about travelling with a big rolling suitcase. I had to climb up a long flight of stairs from the street just to get to the lobby and since it's a Medieval building there's no elevator and I had to climb another 3 flights of stairs to get to my room. My take on the lesson was that in future I book hotels close to transit which also have elevators. I could have stayed in such a hotel in the small city just several miles from Mont Saint-Michel and use shuttle bus I wound up using from the parking for the monument anyway. But, there are many hotels with either no elevator or tiny elevators all over the world, and it's best to research carefully before booking and maybe to also downsize the suitcase. For that matter, two small suitcases might be better than one large one if you find yourself needing to drag them upstairs, you can leave one with the front desk and come back for it, making two easier trips instead of one grueling one.
We just got back from a 2 week trip to Copenhagen. We flew Play Airlines stopping in Iceland for anan -day trip around there. In Copenhagen we were doing a wedding which made it challenging to pack light. I have a classic Travel Pro roll aboard bag that has gone aboard many airline and fits into the overhead. When we departed from the US and then continuing to Copenhagen from Reykjavik there was no issue. It fit fine, wheels first, into a Airbus 320 neo. We paid for a carry-on and a 20 kg checked bag. I made sure we watched the weight carefully. Play might brand themselves as a cheap airline but it had gone well and we had paid for various upgrades to make it easier including the luggage. Boarding in Copenhagen at the last moment they decided of checked bag was too big. And the wheels made it slightly too tall less than an inch and then they charged me €100 in addition to what I had already paid. I have to say I was pretty upset about this because I knew that it would fit. It was also unnecessary as there was more than adequate space in the overhead compartments. Plus you would see strollers and other things that clearly exceeded the size requirement that they allowed onto the plane. It's not very customer service centric to take a bag that I've already paid for and charge me an extra €100. Honestly it never occurred to me to measure the bag that I've been using for a long time. If they had taken it and said well it's an extra €20 because we have to check it then I might not have complained too much but that experience doesn't make me want to fly Play Airlines again.
Got a trip to Norway coming up and I was taken aback by the SAS weight limit for the carry-on 8 kg! I’m headed over to your review on lightweight bags and wondering if the July one I just bought is one you tested.
“Know the weather” is probably my biggest thing in America! If coming to Arizona in January a pair of shorts might be a good idea.. but if you’re going to New York in November maybe not so much.
Expect to drive unless you are only going to be in a large city and even then I would research the public transit system and walkability in that city. Even if the distance to walk/bike somewhere isn't too far, roadways and other infrastructure are not generally designed for pedestrian/biker convenience or safety. Also don't forget that the well known places (NYC, LA, TX, Miami) are not at all near each other so don't expect to hit them all in one trip unless you're planning a months long road trip and if you're doing that consider AAA membership for roadside assistance and extra perks beyond the assistance from the car rental place.
@@Reed-2big I have a friend who lives in Paris. She spends a couple days in Amsterdam, or London, and she is a short train ride from home. Poland is a short flight. When I visit my mother in the US, it's a two day long awful drive---1000 miles one way.
@@jamesbinns8528 the US certainly is missing a vigorous transportation system. That said, I’m not sure where anyone would be that was 1000 miles from an airport. But that may be possible for an international airport.
re: laundry. I went to Japan for 14 days. I packed 4 days plus what I wore on the plane. ALL dark clothes so I did have to do a load of white and colored. In Japan, all my hotels had washers with detergent added automatically so I only packed bounce sheets.
I use only backpack for travel and purchased merino wool clothing from Amazon on sale. Currently I am in hotel until end of July. I hand wash the merino wool clothes in the sink it dries pretty fast. And did you know that you can use shampoo for washing the wool clothes (make sense its hair of lamb) and if you want to be softer use hair conditioner. Layer the cloth, buy different size for layering.
Can you please recommend a converter for hair appliances? I figure maybe your wife might have come across this need at times! I will be traveling in Europe. I was going to say the back pocket with a zipper still seems easy to pickpocket but I agree on situational awareness. Thank you for your video! The mic sounds great! Frites please!
I uses duffle bag for collapse extra suitecase for souvenirs that can pack in my carry on. Its about the size of a carry on. So on the return trip home my duffle bag is my checkin with my clothes and my carry on and personal bag will have thing I want to protect.
Really enjoying your videos (when I have time). Discovered you when doing research on esims but now watching for your practical advice. You remind a bit of Wolters World, and I guess it's that same "well travelled, now travelling with kids" vibe
My husband does BJJ and like any other jiujiteiro, taking the gi on any trip is a must (he packed one just incase I was feeling okay after my last dental surgery). The last time he went to NY, he packed his gear and forgot day clothes so he's asked me to manage all the packing for our upcoming Ireland trip.
It seems only Americans have a 2 week holiday? Most countries have at least 4 weeks annual leave, so that is the time spent on a vacation. Weather can vary greatly over a month (and different locations). eg I’m from Australia, and after a 24 hour flight, it makes sense to pack a larger case for the longer stay. Even though I also go to a laundromat, you need spare clothes and shoes in case of getting soaked with rain - a rain poncho can only cover so much.
You are dead right! My shortest vacation would be four weeks, but mostly 5 to 6 weeks, and if travelling from Australia in winter to the northern hemisphere (summer), we have to carry clothes for both seasons, as you can’t go to the airport in a pair of shorts and a T-shirt in the dead of winter. so you end up plugging around a heavy, bulky coat for your entire trip that you may never wear until your return trip.
I would say it is common, or it is what we can afford. Personally I have essentially 3-4 weeks of pto but I will only take one 2 week vacay and another two week vacay in dec and a few small days off here and there. Personally I do get more time off than the average person as my job closes for the winter holiday.
We are going to be on a 10-day river cruise with no laundry available (and evening events to dress up for). I don’t think I can cram everything into a carryon! I also wear merino wool compression socks that take days to dry when hand washed, so I will probably have to take 10 pairs-and they’re bulky!
Great video as always. Before TH-cam I learned from all my mistakes. Now, I need very little to lug around. Yup, a place with a washer, only 2 extra outfits, a tiny bit of toiletries...anything I might need I buy there. Nobody cares what I'm wearing.
Sure you can, plan some strategically placed stays at self catering houses or apts with laundry facilities. For Iceland, get one of those packable puffer coats that can be rolled into a small pouch, doesn't take up much space.
Personally Airalo was a WAY better choice than HolaFly, by over 75% I traveled to Italy, Hungary, Austria, Germany, Czechia, and it would have cost too much on HolaFly
Yes! I purchased Unbound - what Nick has recommended previously. Wore them in 90 degree weather in Andalusia province, Spain. They were AMAZING!! Easy to clean and fast drying.
I cannot recommend boots enough for travel. If you get a nice pair your can eear them in cities, parks, hiking trails, to a nice dinner or even with a suit if you get the right kind. I wore bluntstones across japan and europe. They even slip off easy for any country you might take off your shoes.
Merrell are nice as well I have jungle mocs and they transition from casual to dress nicely. they have both men and womens. Slip resistant and very comfy.
I am having a hard time finding a battery pack for my iPhone that’s lightweight enough, but does the job. You didn’t really note which one you use? Thank you for your great videos!
Frites! We have embraced the carry on bag. Freed us from all the hassles. Going to the netherlands for a 12 day cruise. Staying with small carry on. any tips will help. Thanks for this video!!
Frites. We’re doing a river cruise from Prague to Budapest end of August. Staying extra on both ends. It’s an 18 day vacation. Wish we could do just carryon but highly unlikely.
Frites. It can be hard to find a true small hard side bag for European airlines. I try with 28 liter bag and a personal item. Enough for a week is enough for a lifetime.
Frites. Starting to think about a 2-week trip to Spain in October. I took your advice when I went to Scotland last summer and did carry-on only, and it was great. But -- I did bring a roller bag and wished I'd only had a backpack. So that's my goal for Spain.
You will need a converter if your device is not dual voltage. Typically electronics are dual voltage but always double check. Often older hair dryers, curling irons etc are not dual voltage so that’s when you need a converter. Double check to be safe as you can start a fire or destroy your item if it’s not dual voltage. Hope this helps 🙂
A good reason for a passport holder: to keep it clean and uncreased. Maybe it's rare, but some you tube travelers mention their passport being rejected if dirty or ratty.
I usually do carry on only for Europe but have checked bags, not a huge one, but with that we usually leave the larger case in the trunk of the rental car....and repack into a small case what we need for the nights we'll be in certain places. We don't go to large cities, so almost always rent a car, but obviously this isn't an option if you don't have somewhere to store the bag.
You seem to have been in Europe several times. But my advice for first timers would be: if you take a rental car downsize from what you normally drive. In most cases economy class cars are big enough. I’ve seen a number of US tourists in big SUVs trying to manoeuvre small roads in Ireland. They gather long queues behind them that way. 😉 So better get a smaller car and you‘ll feel comfortable on European roads.
@@claudiakarl7888 Yea been to Europe dozens of times. I never rent large vehicles. Just got back from Scotland, we had a Vauxhall Mokka manual transmission. But always comfortable on European roads, I've done some crazy driving in Sicily lol
Extremely informative and useful video. I’m trying to decide between the 40 L Osprey Farpoint backpack and 40 L Osprey Daylite wheeled luggage for a three week trip to Europe. It’s going to be a combination of several buses and trains. Any suggestions?
I'm in the same. We have a Europe month trip in august, and thinking in use a 68 lt rolling each one, that empty is only 3.5kg 😊. We pack in one 68 or 2 40lt and clothes so struggle and heavy😢.Travelling between trains and a pair of flights.But definitely we want space for souvenirs and some stuff. So a carry on would be so struggling 🥴. We think In pack clothes for 10 days and have laundry. Hope we will do fine 😅
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I haven’t read all comments so this might have already been added, but, we use to carry photocopies of our passports, drivers licenses, credit cards until someone told me to photograph everything and send it to myself in an email. That way if you lose everything you own you can still access all your information on any computer or phone anywhere in the world.
Even better if you have access to a scanner to scan everything digitally into PDF files, I throw them into encrypted Cryptomator vault stored on my cloud storage (with local backup).
Donric: Email is not secure. It is like a postcard. So if I were you, I wouldn't be sending copies of my passport, driving license or credit cards by email.
Take photos on your phone, or photo copies and keep them in your hotel safe or luggage.
@@StevenKeery depends on the email... "protonmail" uses Military enryption, is based in Switzerland as is used by Cyber Specialists and war corrospondents because of its secure servers
someone had to TELL you that?😂
Would google drive be okay? If you can log in?
You can bring one power extension outlet, where you can plug in your camera, chargers, laptop. I am European but all electronics in my house are running on type A plug (Japan/US). So when I go somewhere out I take A type plug and outlet. If you don't need any more clothes or shoes after traveling, consider it donating to those clothing boxes you see in cities. They will be put into good use. Our salaries are like 40%-300% lower than in US. Every bit helps when economy is in the toilet.
That is good advise. When I travel I always bring some clothing that i do not intend to bring home.
I usually only take one pair of shoes. A pair of Clarks leather sneakers. Super comfortable for the 15,000-20,000 steps on a typical day and smart enough for a fancy restaurant in the evening.
We never bring more than a weeks worth of clothes. Even in the winter we can get by with a carryon bag and a backpack. Out tip is to find an airbnb with a washer or if at a hotel scope out a nearby laundry. Even in London we found a cute laundry and it wasn’t that pricey. The lady gave us an ikea bag to carry our stuff back to the hotel. When you do this you can be very minimal. We don’t mind running a washing machine overnight or while we are gone and hang things to dry. We feel like a local
Frites. I'll be taking a 2 and a half week vacation to Europe this September and your videos have been extremely helpful! I appreciate all the useful advice.
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I traveled with wheeled carry-on only to Vienna with no plans to go anywhere but in the city (and nearby cities via rail). When I exited the train station and started walking to my hotel, my luggage broke on the first street I crossed. I hadn't even arrived at my hotel, and I had to carry my wheeled luggage. Never again! Backpack only, baby! Also, you did not touch on it in this video, but when we landed in Prague, they had lost our checked carseat. And we had scheduled travel to another town that same day. Now, we always carry our carsears/boosters on and gate check them! Love the vids! Please keep them coming!
Evidently, two wheeled, single wheel per side luggage is much more durable than the eight wheel designs.
I have a two-wheeled Osprey---but with backpack straps if needed. It's a carry-on. I spent four weeks with it in Greece and Bulgaria, meaning on rough streets, subways, and stairs. I think the packed weight was 20--25 pounds.
Absolutely! A backpack 100^
You also forgot to mention that we in Europe recently got farmacies, supermarkets, and stores. We even have Amazon pretty much everywhere, so you can buy toothpaste, deodorant, plasters/ bandages, etc. Jajajajajajaja
Rule 1 Dont overthink it. You are not going to the Congo.
Hahaha. Our first trip to Europe with a baby we packed two weeks of diapers, powdered baby food, etc. We ran out and had to buy more towards the end of the trip - and (duh!) there are babies in Europe too. 😂
Right !
For Germany I can tell you get everythink you need. But don't expect the shops to be open 24 hours . For painkillers you need to go to a shop called Apotheke. Most of them are open till 18:00.
After traveling from the US to Europe yearly since 2012 I've gotten my packing down to a science. Biggest piece of advice is to agree with Nik--pack in the smallest bag/suitcase you possibly can. I do hike and need trekking poles and because I don't want to depend on the whims of a particular TSA agent as to whether these are allowed on board I check my bag. I have the luxury of being able to take a direct flight to my destination which lessens the chance of misplaced baggage. My suitcase is 22", and that has done just fine for trips from 2 weeks to one month. Packed it weighs in at 28-30lb which is manageable for me on stairs, cobblestones, and all the public transportation systems that I use. I pack a lightweight foldable duffel which lives in the bottom of my suitcase until the last evening of my trip. That's used for anything extra (such as Swiss chocolate :)) that I might bring home to the family. The duffel becomes my carryon, and my lightweight backpack my personal item on the flight back. Next favorite tips to repeat are layers to cover variable temperatures and a good raincoat/windbreaker & waterproof shoes are worth the cost. (And I wash clothes in the hotel sink, always planning a two night stay mid trip to cover drying time.)
I bring a checked bag on my annual trip to NL & UK because I'm going to a couple festivals and that bag has all my camping gear. I used to fit it all in a larger backpack, but now that I'm in my 60s I decided I didn't want to schlep that 35lbs on my back anymore (in addition to my carry-on pack on my front). Last year I treated myself to a rolling bag, and as a result a little bigger tent. I was able to maneuver the bag without too much trouble and kept it at around 40 pounds. I've been tweaking my gear some for this year to bring the weight down a bit, plus leaving some things behind. I also check the weather frequently before I go and adjust my packing accordingly. I've transitioned to solid toiletries, so the space dedicated to that is minimal. I pack even less clothing and bring my Scrubba bag and a clothes line and laundry sheets. For jacket options, I bring my trusty Loki Gear. Most of their stuff folds into itself (and has carrying straps) and the sleeves have built-in mittens and the hoods have a face mask. I also have a Honcho Poncho that doubles as a duvet (so I don't need a sleeping bag) or a pillow (it packs into its pocket also). I remember my first trip and packing way too much! I had no room for souvenirs. This year I'm going to try one of those neck pillows that you stuff with clothing...
I find physical maps in small sizes that can fit into your pocket very helpful, sometimes it's easier to just have a quick look on the map to orientate oneself for a second than to use half an hour on an online Google map with unnecessary disinformation. Or, one can take a screenshot of that piece of the interactive online map that shows your destination in advance before you go. Saves a lot of time. 😎👍
Another great video. I have spent the last year studying all your videos for a three-month trip to Europe with just a carry-on Monos, a backpack, and Allie's Free People sling. I can't wait! I would never, ever have considered this before finding your channel.
Frites! I just purchased the Peak Design 45L BP yesterday so it was cool watching this video. I’m traveling back and forth from Europe to the US more often, and I believe this will be a perfect companion. I like that when I’m in Europe traveling by car or train I can max out at 45L and fit not only my stuff but also my wife’s clothes. I’m thrilled to get this pack soon! Thanks for the great content! 👊🏼
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I take 7 shirts, 7 underwear, 7 pairs of socks one pair of shoes and two pairs of trousers for a two week trip. No toiletries. I use the laundry one week in.
Toiletries for the first night is a must in my opinion. The rest you can buy at your destination.
Interesting to do laundry while traveling...not something I would want to do
@@lovingtotravelexactly. It’s called a vacation. Don’t want to be doing work on vacation.
@@claudiakarl7888 well I shower etc in the morning before I leave for the airport. My hotel always has soap and shampoo I just need to buy toothpaste and sunscreen.
@@lovingtotravel it only takes an hour I can go off for a coffee and come back when it's done.
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Love your videos with a wealth of valuable information! Traveling to Portugal soon and just found out about terminal 1 and terminal 2 in Lisbon and so glad I did my research. I decided to do a carryon to avoid missing my connecting flight based on the time I arrive in Lisbon to fly to Madeira. Not to mention scheduling flights to make sure I have sufficient time to catch my connecting flight. Thank God both my airlines are in terminal 1-I have seen that line at 6am in Lisbon.
My rule is if I’m not going to use something three times or more , it stays home.
I like to stay in apartments so I can do laundry every few days, then I can take less.
Layers, layers, layers!
Any air bnb will have a washing machine. Throw the laundry in before breakfast, remove it and air dry later. Many washers in Europe also have built in dryers. Owners often leave detergent for you. I put a single use Tide packet in my bag JIC. Having to spend thirty minutes doing laundry trumps having to schlep a huge bag around any day. Pack lite! I’m 62, and carry a backpack around Europe for two to three weeks at a time. You can do it!
Frites! Just got back from Europe and these tips are phenomenal. I will have to say I gave myself an 88/100 on my packing score. There was one skirt and one tiny top. I did not wear. Everything else was more multiple times. With help from you and your team, this will only get better! Many thanks, my friend.
Wow that's a very precise score haha. Nicely done! Hope you had a great trip
You are so right about everything! I bought so much stuff for my Italy trip last year, but once I started packing, I didn’t even use it! I wore outfits twice and brought travel laundry soap so I could wash things in the bathroom sink. I pack my toiletries, even the non-liquids, in Ziploc bags so I can squeeze the air out and have more room in my backpack. I did carry a Turkish towel because we visited several beaches, but it can also be used as a blanket on the plane. Basically, if it didn’t have a purpose, it got left at home.
Frites! I just found your channel and I am enjoying your content. My family has been traveling this way for years. Seems like we pick up new tricks all the time. We head to the Galapagos next month.
Wanted to throw a tip out for comments I see about bringing back souvenirs and not having space. Quite often when we travel we will wait until almost the end of trip and ship our souvenirs home. For example, last year, we traveled quite extensively in Thailand, Cambodia and Dubai. Before leaving Thailand, we shipped a small box home with souvenirs and some clothing. The box was already delivered by the time we came back home.
I'm 0:58 seconds into the video and I love that you mentioned the previous video as I was telling myself is this a waste of time 🤣 Good stuff.
Used to be a heavy packer, but then was sort of forced to travel carry on only to China for a month when we went on adoption trip and had to used our check bag for orphanage stuff and clothes for new son. When I got to the airport to depart, everyone thought I was nuts with my little carry on and a large purse. But at the end of the trip a month later, they all said I was the smart one. First off…if you aren’t working do you honestly need a laptop? Second..no one cares what you wear or if you wear the same clothes three days in a row. Third..do a little laundry in your hotel sink every few days, especially undergarments and light shirts. Most hotels will have a laundry service for a pair of slacks or sweater. Fourth. Take only one pair of shoes, the ones you wear on the plane. Shoes are rhe biggest space suckin the luggage. Have fun!
Great video as always! My family and I went on a tour last year where the "rule" was carry on only. Well, it was kind of a fail because we wanted to bring things home for family and friends...ended up buying another suitcase. Granted, this was at the end of the trip. I feel more comfortable with a checked bag just because I want the option to bring home more stuff if I want. And after many years at school, I basically never want to see another backpack ever! LOL!
I pack a lightweight foldable duffle that stays in the bottom of my suitcase specifically for this purpose. I need to check my bag because of my trekking poles, so that duffle becomes my "carry on" and my lightweight backpack my personal item.
Not everyone is a backpack traveller, traveling light has a tonn of advantages. 😂
I bought a small solid laundry soap in Paris, it was very useful to wash light clothes. I hung them at night. I took with me magnetic hooks that were very practical to hang some clothes.
Definitely check the weather the day before you leave, just in case.
I always take a microfibre towel! You don't know if you destination has enough towels or how often they change them! And I'm traveling with solid products, no liquids anymore!
Generally, I do find all of your advice useful and it's smart to try to cut down the packing and probably the paper guidebook was something that should have gone by the wayside for our trip.
I've used the Rick Steve's (before the advent of downloadable books) tip of cutting out of a guide book the necessary pages. I'm old. I still cut out the pages I need.
Just to inform you about your travel adaptor shown at 6:40 : don't use this thing with anything that needs grounding or it will become a deathtrap! It plugs into the standard Type C Euro-Plug which is ungrounded, but has a grounding symbol on it (6:44 lower left corner of the plug) and as far as i can see, it should fit on the female side at least grounded US and UK plugs. If you're pluging anything with a metal chassis into this adaptor, and the device's power supply is malfunctioning, you could get electrocuted without triping the RCD.
Wrong , a device with a metal chasis with a faulty supply would trip the RCD... That said what device with a metal chassis (and build in mains power supply) that need earthed connection would you take on a plan trip? A microwave? A washing machine?
Virtually everything is made of plastic.... Heck even my hair dryer doesn't have a earth connection
@@rj7855 you are completely right. Still, the device is implying that it has some sort of ground connection and is safe to use with grounded devices, wich isn’t the case. And I actually do have a laptop which has a grounded Schuko-Plug.
Btw: your hair dryer doesn’t need grounding because your sink and your bathtub are grounded and the RCD would be tripped via that pathway.
@@drrubi3944my hair dryer does not have an earth because it's a class II device (two layers of insulation)
The fast majority of laptops are not earthed, the power brick may have a earth on it's primary side but the secondary side between the the PSU and laptop does not and plugging it in into a non-earthed socket (adapter) is still completely safe.
My husband and I spent a month in Europe, we used a backpack 🎒 only. I watched all the tourist with their suitcases struggling up and down the stairs at the airport,train stations and underground. And on the trains.
12:45 I am tour guide, over packing is the #1 mistake travelers make. I travel for a month at a time. I use ONE carry on. Nobody cares if they see you in the same clothes two days in a row. Ladies, two pairs of shoes are adequate, even if you are going from snow to tropical. I do exactly that once a year. You do not need heels One caveat, if you are going to do hikes, both places, you might need 3 pairs.
"You do not need heels" is true in all circumstances. They're pointless and should never have been invented.
Another reason not to check a bag is that you lose all flexibility if your flight is delayed or cancelled. By not checking a bag it is often much easier to get re-booked on alternate flights. Thanks for the great videos!
Frites! Preparing for 2 weeks in Italy for September (2 adults, 2 teenagers) with carry-on only.
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If we are staying any city for more than two nights I always wash my undies every night and hang them on a travel dryer. Another very useful rule is that I always force my kids shower before they change into their night suits. This ways we get to carry only one pair and do laundry when we get a chance.
Frites. We'll be taking a trip on the Eurostar to the Netherlands this summer, and I'd be very interested to hear what you are packing for two weeks that includes the Netherlands.
Living in Japan, I have to bring an extra suitcase just to have room for the multitude of obligation souvenirs custom demands that I bring back with me.
I too have the GAS! 😂 Ty for this informative content you provide. I’m a backpack x carry on biddie who’s def getting my skills tested w the euro carry on requirements this round
you should had mentioned that a 75L hikingbackpack ( more or less in size up to you) should be considered a very good alternive to a standard checkin box bag. no ned to drag ut around and stairs = just walk. No you dont need to be a hiker to use it just use it for a smoother traveling.
You also can't use an eSim on a locked phone. Your provider will block it. If you have a locked phone - eSim isn't an option :(.
Make sure your passport does not expire within the next 6 months. I know of someone who was denied travel, even though it was a short holiday.
Also, prescription medications must be in original containers. Pharmacies will put your meds in smaller prescription bottles with appropriate labels so you only carry what you're going to need.
I'm going to EU in a few weeks and my passport will expire 7 months after that date. Gonna just barely make it in.
I can’t . I fly with one piece of luggage and I come home with two pieces of luggage. I like buying art and stuff. I even budget for
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I am Thai living in Australia
Plans to go to visit Europe in September
Have not make decision what kind of bags to use
Thank you for your advice
Summer travel
I pack
One pair of pants
One pair of shorts
two pairs of boxers
Two pairs of socks
Two shirts
A hat
Small umbrella
Fleece jacket
Sun and reading glasses
Two pens
Toiletries
Phone charger
Laundry detergent
Sink stopper
For multiple weeks of travel.
It's called washing an item of clothing in the hotel sink at night
I pack very little as I can wear shirts and socks for 3 days, underwear for 2 weeks and pants for 2 months. No problem. Carry-on only.
Don’t get up close and personal do you?
@@JaneThayer-g4h Why do people call me Stinky?
Thank you for this video! I always take your comments and advise seriously! 😊
Going to Europe on Wednesday! Your videos have helped me a lot. I hope to fit everything in my backpack.
Frites. Just came back from a month in Europe. Just a backpack. But I would probably do it again with a small spinner and smaller backpack. My knees aren't what they used to be.
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Frites. Italy 3 weeks in the fall.
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No one needs the big checked bag. However, most people feel obligated to especially when it comes with the ticket. I went to Africa a few years ago for a few weeks, and my entire family brought 2 big bags each thankfully they didn't didn't leave one behind, but I only brought my camera backpack and a small carry on on wheels bag, and mother of God I will never go back, seeing them struggle to get to their rooms, get the bags onto the 4x4 on the way to the hotel, not to mention all the crap they never used was literally just insane!
I think it's more about people feeling insecure about where they are going and leaving creature comforts at home. The more you travel the more all this goes away. Experienced travelers in general know what to bring and know what not to bring.
@@kurtthecat3995 I for sure agree with that too. I will say that medication and the just in case things especially when going to a place like Africa were and are a real thing. For instance I had to take like 5 different medications just in case I got sick from water or food. Antibiotics and malaria meds took up a ton of room in my suitcase. I occasionally find myself trying to sneak in a thing of mouthwash more than I need lol. But it’s important to remember that in the case of most places if you forget something or need something depending on where you go. You can just buy these things. I forgot flip flops once going to Boca Florida “mistake” no this was a serious error. But I just went to the grocery store and got a crappy pair that lasted for the trip for like 5 bucks. They sucked but a week without flip flops or the made in China flops. I’m taking the latter lol.
Frites. Very good info. Getting ready for my 4th trip to Europe. I pack less and less each time.
I love my 45L leather laptop backpack which I use for carry on and to hold my electronics, umbrella, and a jacket, as well as snacks. I also use a large rolling hard suitcase. I can say in 2022 I stayed in a hotel on Mont Saint-Michel and learned the hard way about travelling with a big rolling suitcase. I had to climb up a long flight of stairs from the street just to get to the lobby and since it's a Medieval building there's no elevator and I had to climb another 3 flights of stairs to get to my room. My take on the lesson was that in future I book hotels close to transit which also have elevators. I could have stayed in such a hotel in the small city just several miles from Mont Saint-Michel and use shuttle bus I wound up using from the parking for the monument anyway. But, there are many hotels with either no elevator or tiny elevators all over the world, and it's best to research carefully before booking and maybe to also downsize the suitcase. For that matter, two small suitcases might be better than one large one if you find yourself needing to drag them upstairs, you can leave one with the front desk and come back for it, making two easier trips instead of one grueling one.
Carry on sounds good but it not enough I try so I have to get check in bag
We just got back from a 2 week trip to Copenhagen. We flew Play Airlines stopping in Iceland for anan -day trip around there. In Copenhagen we were doing a wedding which made it challenging to pack light.
I have a classic Travel Pro roll aboard bag that has gone aboard many airline and fits into the overhead. When we departed from the US and then continuing to Copenhagen from Reykjavik there was no issue. It fit fine, wheels first, into a Airbus 320 neo.
We paid for a carry-on and a 20 kg checked bag. I made sure we watched the weight carefully. Play might brand themselves as a cheap airline but it had gone well and we had paid for various upgrades to make it easier including the luggage.
Boarding in Copenhagen at the last moment they decided of checked bag was too big. And the wheels made it slightly too tall less than an inch and then they charged me €100 in addition to what I had already paid. I have to say I was pretty upset about this because I knew that it would fit. It was also unnecessary as there was more than adequate space in the overhead compartments. Plus you would see strollers and other things that clearly exceeded the size requirement that they allowed onto the plane.
It's not very customer service centric to take a bag that I've already paid for and charge me an extra €100. Honestly it never occurred to me to measure the bag that I've been using for a long time. If they had taken it and said well it's an extra €20 because we have to check it then I might not have complained too much but that experience doesn't make me want to fly Play Airlines again.
Got a trip to Norway coming up and I was taken aback by the SAS weight limit for the carry-on 8 kg! I’m headed over to your review on lightweight bags and wondering if the July one I just bought is one you tested.
Love your content! Please could you do an inside guide for travelling to America for your followers from across the globe? 🙏
“Know the weather” is probably my biggest thing in America! If coming to Arizona in January a pair of shorts might be a good idea.. but if you’re going to New York in November maybe not so much.
Expect to drive unless you are only going to be in a large city and even then I would research the public transit system and walkability in that city. Even if the distance to walk/bike somewhere isn't too far, roadways and other infrastructure are not generally designed for pedestrian/biker convenience or safety. Also don't forget that the well known places (NYC, LA, TX, Miami) are not at all near each other so don't expect to hit them all in one trip unless you're planning a months long road trip and if you're doing that consider AAA membership for roadside assistance and extra perks beyond the assistance from the car rental place.
@@biblioholic7139Yep we e known people who wanted to do Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon without understanding distances!
@@Reed-2big I have a friend who lives in Paris. She spends a couple days in Amsterdam, or London, and she is a short train ride from home. Poland is a short flight. When I visit my mother in the US, it's a two day long awful drive---1000 miles one way.
@@jamesbinns8528 the US certainly is missing a vigorous transportation system. That said, I’m not sure where anyone would be that was 1000 miles from an airport. But that may be possible for an international airport.
re: laundry. I went to Japan for 14 days. I packed 4 days plus what I wore on the plane. ALL dark clothes so I did have to do a load of white and colored. In Japan, all my hotels had washers with detergent added automatically so I only packed bounce sheets.
I use only backpack for travel and purchased merino wool clothing from Amazon on sale. Currently I am in hotel until end of July. I hand wash the merino wool clothes in the sink it dries pretty fast. And did you know that you can use shampoo for washing the wool clothes (make sense its hair of lamb) and if you want to be softer use hair conditioner. Layer the cloth, buy different size for layering.
Can you please recommend a converter for hair appliances? I figure maybe your wife might have come across this need at times! I will be traveling in Europe. I was going to say the back pocket with a zipper still seems easy to pickpocket but I agree on situational awareness. Thank you for your video! The mic sounds great!
Frites please!
Hmmm - 2nd of your videos I've watched, absolutely solid.
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Going on my first euro trip and your videos are my go to
I uses duffle bag for collapse extra suitecase for souvenirs that can pack in my carry on. Its about the size of a carry on. So on the return trip home my duffle bag is my checkin with my clothes and my carry on and personal bag will have thing I want to protect.
Really enjoying your videos (when I have time). Discovered you when doing research on esims but now watching for your practical advice. You remind a bit of Wolters World, and I guess it's that same "well travelled, now travelling with kids" vibe
My husband does BJJ and like any other jiujiteiro, taking the gi on any trip is a must (he packed one just incase I was feeling okay after my last dental surgery).
The last time he went to NY, he packed his gear and forgot day clothes so he's asked me to manage all the packing for our upcoming Ireland trip.
It seems only Americans have a 2 week holiday? Most countries have at least 4 weeks annual leave, so that is the time spent on a vacation. Weather can vary greatly over a month (and different locations). eg I’m from Australia, and after a 24 hour flight, it makes sense to pack a larger case for the longer stay. Even though I also go to a laundromat, you need spare clothes and shoes in case of getting soaked with rain - a rain poncho can only cover so much.
You are dead right! My shortest vacation would be four weeks, but mostly 5 to 6 weeks, and if travelling from Australia in winter to the northern hemisphere (summer), we have to carry clothes for both seasons, as you can’t go to the airport in a pair of shorts and a T-shirt in the dead of winter. so you end up plugging around a heavy, bulky coat for your entire trip that you may never wear until your return trip.
@@AlphaGeekgirl I'd recommend layers over one bulky garment.
I would say it is common, or it is what we can afford. Personally I have essentially 3-4 weeks of pto but I will only take one 2 week vacay and another two week vacay in dec and a few small days off here and there. Personally I do get more time off than the average person as my job closes for the winter holiday.
We are going to be on a 10-day river cruise with no laundry available (and evening events to dress up for). I don’t think I can cram everything into a carryon! I also wear merino wool compression socks that take days to dry when hand washed, so I will probably have to take 10 pairs-and they’re bulky!
Great video as always.
Before TH-cam I learned from all my mistakes. Now, I need very little to lug around. Yup, a place with a washer, only 2 extra outfits, a tiny bit of toiletries...anything I might need I buy there. Nobody cares what I'm wearing.
Great information!!
I have a backpack with wheels, best of both worlds 😊
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Very helpful video!!
I’m doing a four month trip that starts in Croatia in August and ends in Iceland in January. There is no way I’m going to try to go carry on only.
You actually can with some very selective layering choices. Up to you, but please don’t think it’s impossible.
Sure you can, plan some strategically placed stays at self catering houses or apts with laundry facilities. For Iceland, get one of those packable puffer coats that can be rolled into a small pouch, doesn't take up much space.
Any link for good socks
Darn Tough Socks, lifetime guarantee on wool socks.
Personally Airalo was a WAY better choice than HolaFly, by over 75% I traveled to Italy, Hungary, Austria, Germany, Czechia, and it would have cost too much on HolaFly
FRITES. 2 1/2 weeks in Nice and Lyon France in the fall.
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Merino wool?
Yes! I purchased Unbound - what Nick has recommended previously. Wore them in 90 degree weather in Andalusia province, Spain. They were AMAZING!! Easy to clean and fast drying.
@@davidblackburn2567 hahahaha
I cannot recommend boots enough for travel. If you get a nice pair your can eear them in cities, parks, hiking trails, to a nice dinner or even with a suit if you get the right kind. I wore bluntstones across japan and europe. They even slip off easy for any country you might take off your shoes.
Merrell are nice as well I have jungle mocs and they transition from casual to dress nicely. they have both men and womens. Slip resistant and very comfy.
Frites! very helpful, thank you!
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I'm doing four days in Rome and a 10 day Mediterranean cruise. So conflicted on what to pack.
I’m currently travelling around Europe, and with a backpack. Only about 11kg, but I could probably have shaved 2 kgs off.
I am having a hard time finding a battery pack for my iPhone that’s lightweight enough, but does the job. You didn’t really note which one you use? Thank you for your great videos!
I’m thinking about purchasing an Away Everywhere Bag. It seems a bit larger than my Baggalini Tote. Taking an 18 hour flight to Oz.
Frites. Heading to Italy in October. I took way too much on my last trip. I’m determined to only have. A carry on this time. Love the backpack idea.
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Who is Frites?
Great video ❤❤❤
I only bring carry on.
Dear god I see so many ppl carry massive wheel suitcase and it’s freakin cumbersome… I just sent this to my family to remind them.
Frites! We have embraced the carry on bag. Freed us from all the hassles. Going to the netherlands for a 12 day cruise. Staying with small carry on. any tips will help. Thanks for this video!!
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Frites. We’re doing a river cruise from Prague to Budapest end of August. Staying extra on both ends. It’s an 18 day vacation. Wish we could do just carryon but highly unlikely.
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Frites. It can be hard to find a true small hard side bag for European airlines. I try with 28 liter bag and a personal item. Enough for a week is enough for a lifetime.
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frites - headed to Belgium in July
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Scotti vest is the key….
Frites. Great information! Thanks
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Frites. Starting to think about a 2-week trip to Spain in October. I took your advice when I went to Scotland last summer and did carry-on only, and it was great. But -- I did bring a roller bag and wished I'd only had a backpack. So that's my goal for Spain.
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I keep reading Frites? Who is Frites???
Hi... a question - what is the difference between Holafly and a Solis Lite?
Thanks for all the great content! You frequently mention travel adapters, but is it no longer necessary to carry a converter?
You will need a converter if your device is not dual voltage. Typically electronics are dual voltage but always double check. Often older hair dryers, curling irons etc are not dual voltage so that’s when you need a converter. Double check to be safe as you can start a fire or destroy your item if it’s not dual voltage. Hope this helps 🙂
Frites! Good video, thanks.
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A good reason for a passport holder: to keep it clean and uncreased. Maybe it's rare, but some you tube travelers mention their passport being rejected if dirty or ratty.
I usually do carry on only for Europe but have checked bags, not a huge one, but with that we usually leave the larger case in the trunk of the rental car....and repack into a small case what we need for the nights we'll be in certain places. We don't go to large cities, so almost always rent a car, but obviously this isn't an option if you don't have somewhere to store the bag.
You seem to have been in Europe several times. But my advice for first timers would be: if you take a rental car downsize from what you normally drive. In most cases economy class cars are big enough. I’ve seen a number of US tourists in big SUVs trying to manoeuvre small roads in Ireland. They gather long queues behind them that way. 😉
So better get a smaller car and you‘ll feel comfortable on European roads.
@@claudiakarl7888 Yea been to Europe dozens of times. I never rent large vehicles. Just got back from Scotland, we had a Vauxhall Mokka manual transmission. But always comfortable on European roads, I've done some crazy driving in Sicily lol
Is Holafly good for cruising Europe?
Extremely informative and useful video. I’m trying to decide between the 40 L Osprey Farpoint backpack and 40 L Osprey Daylite wheeled luggage for a three week trip to Europe. It’s going to be a combination of several buses and trains. Any suggestions?
I'm in the same. We have a Europe month trip in august, and thinking in use a 68 lt rolling each one, that empty is only 3.5kg 😊. We pack in one 68 or 2 40lt and clothes so struggle and heavy😢.Travelling between trains and a pair of flights.But definitely we want space for souvenirs and some stuff. So a carry on would be so struggling 🥴. We think In pack clothes for 10 days and have laundry. Hope we will do fine 😅
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