Since I have been traveling more and not just staying in one city, I have recently invested in a backpacking backpack. And it has been the best purchase I have made. I am going to explain why getting one of these and using it on your next trip is going to be the best thing for you.
So when I started to plan my first trip to Europe I was going back and forth on what kind of luggage I would bring. I went to REI and had them help me pick out a backpack that fit me. I am only 5’1 so I needed something a bit smaller. They found my size and the whole way home I was thinking about how I was going to pack all the clothes I wanted to bring, shoes, toiletries, and be able to still bring stuff back home with me.
When I got home I did a lot of researching and looked up a lot of different videos on how to fold everything perfectly to fit all my stuff. And boy did it work. I was able to bring everything I needed and was able to bring gifts back home. I couldn’t imagine having to lug a big suitcase around the cobblestone and around the massive amount of people. A backpack gave me the freedom to talk into places and didn’t have to worry about someone taking it because it was on my back.
The trick is buying travel pods. These are a lifesaver and you can find them on Amazon. They aren’t too much either which is great. I bought 6 and was able to have everything inside. Another trick is you have to roll up all your clothes. That way you have the most room for stuff. Another thing I found out is that you can put things inside your shoes for the most maximum amount of storage.
Next time you are thinking of bringing a big suitcase to go down and see how a backpack would feel. It made my travels that much better. Happy travels.
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