What WE pack for a 2-Week Trip Abroad
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- Wondering how much you should pack for your two week trip abroad? Well we have the rule of 5's to help you out! This way you have a variety of outfits without a ton of luffage.
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My husband and I agree that one of the most mundane sounding things-- going to a laundromat -- ended up being a really nice experience! We're kinda "Lonely Planet" style travelers and really value conversations with locals. For our honeymoon we went to Ireland and had a very loose agenda, which ended up being greatly influenced by the people we met. We met a couple of really nice people while doing laundry, got suggestions for things to do and places to go, and just felt more in sync with the environment. 10/10 recommend!
Hey guys love your videos. I take fewer bottoms and more shirts. Just back from 12 days in Andalusia 3 pants, 1 dress, 2 L/S tops, 5 S/S tops and one fleece topper.
as an unexperienced traveller I ALWAYS think I'll need more clothes than I'll actually do. for instance I hardly need more than 2 different pants when I'm back home, but I still think I'll need more when I'm abroad :D
I would say 5 pairs of pants are a bit much considering how durable things like jeans are. I would just bring a pair of jeans, shorts, mayyybe sweatpants
Unless you’re going somewhere that never rains, always bring a light rain coat. One that can roll away easily into your carry on. Great for not only rain but something to keep your arms warm on the plane or in the evenings. My mother use constantly makes this mistake. Destination is warm so need for a rain coat & always get trapped in the rain. Like being caught in a sudden rain storm in South Africa
Travel tip: Container store compartmented cases for electronic accessories and medications. Don't think that putting them in plastic bags or clear ziploc bags, or even the zippered compartments on your suitcase is the way to go. You will only be frustrated time and time again looking for small items, and that's not how you want to spend your vacation.
I agree with the rule of five, but not for everything. Underwear and socks, obviously you change them everyday. Same for T-Shirts, polo shirts or shirts. Pants, jeans, sweaters: you need at least 2 or 3 of them, then you can wear them every 2 or 3 days. And 2 pairs of shoes, one pair of sneakers, and one pair of dress shoes
I don't like to wash when I'm travelling, so I try to bring what I need.
I have reduced down to packing only an under-seat sized carryon and maybe a small (8x10) messenger bag. It’s so much easier when you run into cobblestone streets to be able to just pick up your bag and still have a hand free to hold your phone for directions, etc. The rule of 5 is really good!
I saw in a video once to “pack for the best case scenario”. You can always buy additional items in an unusual circumstance.
Bring a small travel clothesline with suction cups to dry your Microfiber clothing in the shower. Buy a rubber stopper (European hotels often don't have stoppers) and wash in your hotel sink. You can buy small packets of laundry detergent with a low soap content made for this purpose. Easy peasy.
When I spent 3 years as a backpacker, I did a basic capsule wardrobe that allowed layering for all different climates from summer to snow. But now that I'm no longer in that life, I simply pack all my old clothes--old socks, old underwear, old shirts, old shoes--into a collapsible Le Sportsac. And I discard almost all my clothes along the way. Then, I have an empty bag for souvenirs...which is how I toted back my four sheepskin rugs...which warm my feet when I step out of bed...and remind me of a certain moment in time...
One of the big space saving tips I can pass along is something they taught us in the Corps. Roll your clothes, don't pack them flat. You can get a lot more crammed into a small space by rolling. Also, it's something I've modified, but I'll roll my worn undershirt and skivvies, then secure them by rolling my used socks to keep everything tight. That also helps when I go to do laundry, THIS is my dirty stuff. Oh, I'll also mention that to the Thugs Standing Around as they'll ask, it keeps them from fracking up my stuff anymore than they already do.
When I’m traveling, no one I meet is going to know if the clothes I’m wearing look similar from one day to the next - and a mostly monochromatic, drip-dry travel wardrobe suits me just fine. For “shoulder season,” a few basic black WoolX shirts (long + short-sleeve), two colorful overshirt/blouses, and three pairs of black slacks or jeans. A jacket. Socks, quick-drying jammy shorts and unmentionables.
One of my friends used to be a photographer for travel agencies. He travelled the world all the time. He always said to put anything you would absolutely need on a table. Then put half of it back. And finally pack half of what's left.
I do rule of 3 and choose Airbnbs with washing machines. Not so much to lug around. Thx for all your wise words.
I carry on so I don’t have checked luggage. Depends on the season so it could be a mix of pants and shorts (3-4), 5-7 shirts. Rain jacket, zip up fleece, maybe a hat because I’ll probably buy one as a souvenir, same with shirts. Remember you can always do a load of wash. 4 of us guys traveled to Germany and we washed all of our laundry together to save some $$.
Totally agree on minimalist packing. Less to carry, cheaper, less for the airlines to lose, etc.
The biggest problem we encounter, especially in Europe, is finding laundromats and/or laundry services (aside from hotels which charge usurious prices). The best compromise we've found is taking a solid laundry soap bar and hand washing everything in a hotel's washroom sink. But since there are limited drying hanging spots and a lot of laundry, this process is non-stop throughout the trip.
Maybe you could do a quick video on how you do your laundry (or have it done) and/or where you find these services.
Jocelyn has a video regarding how she does the laundry doing their trips it’s very helpful
It appears to me that in Europe, if you want to guarantee to have access to a laundry machine, 90% of the time you need to find an Airbnb that has the machine in the unit. It's not that difficult to find a laundromat in big city but I agree that it could be challenging some times.
Thank you
It's usually not hard to find a laundromat nearby in any city of a decent size. And as someone mentioned, airbnb with washing machine is a great option too.
That’s the way we do it as well! Standard backpack and no checked bag on the way over, bring along a collapsible bag for the return trip and pack that with dirty clothes and put you souvenirs in your carry on! No one can believe we go to Europe for two weeks with only a backpack
My husband and I will be “cross-packing” for our trip to Sicily this year. Learned a tough lesson last year when traveling overseas when my husband’s luggage was lost for 4 days. This time will put some of each of our clothes in each checked bag.
Always package light! It's insane to Americans in Europe with these massive suitcases.
Aw man, I've wished that you released last year before my 3 week visit in Nigeria. If any of you are curious, I've enjoyed myself there.🇳🇬
two carry on bags and two backpacks. Two weeks in Europe, plus we washed some laundry in hotel rooms, and some in a laundromat in Rome. no regrets at all!
If it fits in a forty foot cargo container, you’re sufficiently packed for a short stay.
I hate when folks overpack for trips and need a whole PanaMax ship to travel.
Love your show Mark. Always learn something. I’m a light packer but go 7/3. Seven tops and 3 bottoms. And never check my luggage!
Never go on a trip longer than a full week. Simply get home sick quick en can't handle the idea to make compromises on on budget and hotel since I always want to stay in a 4 star one ( it's a holiday and has to be done in style and comfort ).
I keep old socks and underwear for traveling and then once I'm done I just toss em out like i was going to anyway. Makes lots of extra room to bring back souvenirs or even clothes from abroad
I usually do seven to eight days of clothes if traveling by air along with my toiletries bag and a carryon with a change of pants, minimum two underwear and two shirts along with my meds.
For traveling by car I pack enough for the trip since my only baggage limit is the size of the trunk.
I used a nice rucksack for 5 weeks in Europe. Two pairs of shoes (one I was wearing) and for clothes I made sure everything went with two pieces of clothing. I also used an air compression bag for sweaters and flannel nightgown. Worked great for me!
As other have said overhead bag should be all the clothes you take and personal bag I recommend backpack should mostly be your electronics but mostly empty so you can bring back souvenirs.
I never ever forget earplugs!
How do dresses fit into the math? Is that an extra item? We always travel COO because we move around from place to place and it's very inconvenient with heavy bags also it's so much more relaxing knowing that your luggage is with you the whole trip instead of possibly getting lost.
Great advice I need to use this. Always over pack due to the reason I have was “just in case scenario”
Baby wipes, Ziplock bags and a water bottle Those are my travel tips.
I love the rule of 5, that's awesome. I will share this with folks in my groups !!!!! Thanks
Very helpful 😊
Love it!
I bring Merino wool shirts, undies and socks.....you can wear them over and over up to a certain point without them smelling and without needing to wash them. Of course, if you travel for months, eventually you will still need to wash them, but for someone like me who travels no more than 2 weeks at a time, it's a game changer.
I love to bring dresses it’s an whole outfit - already done . I also say bring something nice to wear in case you go out someplace fancy - and bring a shawl or some covering some cathedral are more conservative than you might be used to and you can be not allowed in
Great advise for our 2 week UK tour :)
Thanks
Great tips
I always go to my doctor to get a zpac just in case I get sick overseas 😊
Years ago, I got into the habit of taking only a carry on bag plus a personal bag. The majority of my travel clothing (tee shirts, golf shirts, underwear & socks) is made of Merino Wool, which saves the amount that I have to pack. In case I'm forced to check my carry on, I also carry an extra pair of socks and underwear in the personal bag. Yes, Merino Wool clothing is pricey, but the fact you can wear something for a few days without the stink is really convenient.
I always bring a checked bag or siuitcase for my fluids, like 6 bottles of wine or whatver or 10 or more books and also gifts to people i visit.
@Daddy Sage Jocelyn here...get a Kindle, you can carry 100s of books that way and it practically fits in your pocket. It's not a book-book but def my go to for trips!
Jocelyn here, I also suggest silk and good cotton garments. Silk is one of the best all weather fabrics. Natural fibres over synthetic every day! Merino and cashmere are great but not excellent in say, Jordan during summer 😉
@@WoltersWorldEats I have a Kindle but I love real books and prefer them any day 😀, but in this case it's books I bring for friends.
I do 3-4 complete head to toes.
I also have this neat little handheld washboard that allows me to do laundry in the sink/tub. One time it was forgotten and gf noticed the hotel soap dish in the shower was similar. It became the new washboard lol
But a handheld washboard has become my must have on trips. A collapsible drying rack, that can fold down to a very small size, is something I hope to invent someday.
5 x 5 is 25 pairs of outfits.
ETA on a bicycle trip around Shikoku, a Japanese island, I had a fanny pack with one set of clothes -- washed the bicycle clothes at night. Figured if the street clothes get wrecked for some reason, there are plenty of stores to buy replacements.
Thanks I love your videos
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Hey Mark, great video
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I’m thinking of flying from Ohio to Lisbon and then getting a train pass and then training from one city to another in Europe. I would like to end in Athens. How about a video covering a trip like this??..
I think if you going for 1 month + you can take half top and bottoms well worn cause you can always buy clothes along the way, so good reason to pack really light!
When we were packing for our two-week honeymoon in Ireland I was a bit perturbed by how much my fiancee was packing. I used to be a backpacker and am normally pretty spartan in how much I pack. When I asked him why, he explained that if an item of clothing got damaged, unless we were in a major city he could not easily replace because of his size: he's 6'6" and weighs about 400lbs. Shirts especially *have* to be talls or they're crop tops on him.
True. But you are light when you are going to your destination, but you have a heavy luggage when you return.
Hey Professor Wolters, if you ever stop in Amsterdam. Check out the best restaurant there, Mentrum. Great for foreign tourists to enjoy!
This is how I was thinking of packing for our next trip. I’m tempted to bring 6 outfits for myself, but it would be easier if the whole family had the same number of outfits. 🌺✈️ Heidi
My husband and I have minimal packing down to a science. Two tops, one pant, one raincoat with a removable liner, one pair shoes (usually a hiking shoe), three underwear, three socks, one bar of soap to keep liquids light, one pair of loungewear, all in a personal item sized bag. I do laundry every couple days in our room.
We're going to Japan for two weeks next winter for our honeymoon 😄
I pack the bare minimum to establish plausible deniability that I am in fact a tourist. If it wasn’t for restrictions on liquids in carry on bags I’d rarely check anything.
I’m going to London in a few weeks. I have plastic. I don’t need much else... 😎
If I'm going overseas, I like to pack an entire change of clothes in my carry-on, just in case my luggage gets lost. It's easy to roll everything up.
Rule of 5... I like it. I do a capsule wardrobe... and I believe it is a similar amount of clothes, but sticking to a rule of 5 is so simple! I only pack in a carry on and after Air France lost my luggage- I won't check a bag (on my way TO my destination).
i wear the same shirt to bed every night until time for the trip and whenever i go on the trip i throw that shirt out because by that point it's got holes and worn out. So at the end of that trip you have 2 or 3 nights of shirts layers of space you want to fit souvenirs in. When in return of trip start wearing a new old shirt in weeks/months leading up to next trip. Repeat.
I would love to travel with a basic simple wardrobe that just consist of casual clothing, but we do cruises and we like to eat dinner in at least main dining room which sometimes has formal nights. I usually tried to bring an outfit for those night that I can where at least twice, maybe change accessories. Some trips we do for business and can be 2 weeks long, 100° heat and moving to a new city everyday where laundry is just impossible even trying to use a laundry service (especially when you check in late and have an early morning leave time).
Thanks. I’m planning a trip to Paris where I will be staying with family BUT still don’t need to over pack because I know I will be coming home with a lot of goodies and don’t want to do like an Cousin did when she came for a visit.. she bought another suitcase and paid the fee for an extra baggage
I wear my bottoms for 2 days, buy change underwear, socks and shirt everyday.
You are filming your video right in front of Clifford's Tower in York. Just a few minutes walk behind you is a Primark store in Coppergate where you can get underwear and socks at such a low price that you can wear them once and simply throw them away. I do not work for or endorse Primark or any cheap clothes store but, when I'm travelling, buying ultra-cheap "smalls" is better than carrying that extra weight.
I really hope people aren't buying clothes to wear once and throw away! That's so awful for the environment!
@@SimonChambers stick them in the recycling bins, if you like.
@@historyinfo-bites Or bring a few extra pairs with you, or buy them and then wash them.
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My rule is … if it’s not a carry on… it’s too much
Same! We may have to double or triple up on outer clothing during our trip, but it's not a fashion show when we travel.
Mark & Jocelyn, have you guys been to Guam??
I pack lighter than 5's and wash things in a hotel sink or shower as needed.
Rock star traveler!!!
@@woltersworld Haha. Not really, I just don't like carrying too much stuff. Carry over from my backpacking days. And when I'm mostly seeing people I'll likely never see again, they have no clue I've been wearing the same thing everyday.
Do you think it's possible to do 2 weeks backpack only? I've been to Europe before but this will be my first solo trip and would like to be light, especially since I might be using the budget airlines within europe.
I am doing two months with one backpack.
Most definitely! I did last year. I went in the summer. I had a few loose fitting dresses that were sleeveless or the cap kind that nothing was touching my armpits. This allowed me to wear them several times because it wasn't like they were right against my body.
Second :)
Can you get all of those'fives' in a carry on or do you check baggage?
You should be able to and with some rooms to spare.
Bring as many packs of American cigarettes as you are allowed, because in Europe & Asia they are worth more than gold!!!
Turning your underwear inside out after wearing them for a day gives you two days of wear. 😂😅 LOL
Smart move 😀
When did Alex Jones start a travel channel?
First!