{"id":4241,"date":"2018-05-08T02:27:09","date_gmt":"2018-05-08T02:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nohurrytogethome.com\/?p=4241"},"modified":"2024-07-03T17:24:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T17:24:39","slug":"europe-summer-packing-carry-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nohurrytogethome.com\/europe-summer-packing-carry-on\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing For a Summer in Europe (In a Carry on!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I bet you\u2019re tirelessly planning your summer trip to Europe now and feeling a bit overwhelmed planning your itinerary trying to pick the things you want to do (because there is SO much do here that choosing is kind of impossible).<\/p>\n\n\n

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With that said, I thought I’d jump in to make your life a little bit easier by compiling a packing list for you so you can spend the time doing what really matters: actually planning your adventure in Europe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did I mention it\u2019s a carry-on only packing list? I\u2019ll show you how I pack for most of my trips, including tricks on how you can take EVERYTHING you need to pack for a summer in Europe in just a carry-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Benefits of Packing Carry-On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I love being a carry-on packer when I travel in Europe and I don\u2019t really intend on going back. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Budget airlines in Europe charge for checked luggage. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It can be really cheap to get around in Europe using budget airlines. It\u2019s nothing luxurious, but it gets you there with enough comfort. I once scored a return ticket from Germany to Morocco for $25 (both ways), and several out of London to Eastern Europe for like, $30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It sounds too good to be true, and that\u2019s because it is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The way budget airlines make money is by charging for extras, and that includes checked luggage. By packing a carry-on, you avoid these fees and you\u2019ll get to your next destination for almost nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No lost luggage.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Airlines lose stuff, and that could be your checked luggage. If you pack carry-on only, you can rest assured that all your stuff is safe with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll save money and avoid headaches.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Traveling with little luggage means being able to take public transport to the airport\/train station instead of sticking to expensive taxis. Carrying huge luggage equals getting dragged down by the weight.

For this reason, lightweight hard-shell suitcases<\/a> are perfect for those who are looking to save on space and weight when packing for a trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These types of suitcases are constructed from light materials that make them easy to carry without adding unnecessary bulk or weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additionally, they have smaller dimensions than traditional suitcases, making them ideal for travelers who need to conserve space in their luggage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And because they are less likely to suffer from wear and tear, hard shell suitcases can often be used for multiple trips before they need to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

This carry-on packing list for Europe in summer works for short and long trips!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I can\u2019t stress enough that carry-on packing is possible regardless of the length of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve traveled for three years using just a carry-on and honestly? I never lacked anything. Packing for a one-week trip should be the same than for longer trips, because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1) If you forget something, you can buy it anywhere<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) You can wash your clothes (I recently wrote a post with six ways to do laundry while traveling<\/a> if you want to check that out!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My mantra is that dressing for travel should be the same as dressing at home<\/strong>. You don\u2019t wear a different outfit every day of your life, do you? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nope. You probably repeat outfits or mix and match items. The same habit should be applied while traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s my carry-on packing list for Europe in Summer:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Clothes + Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n