What bags to take to Europe?

Look for a rolling bag that's as roomy and sturdy as possible while still being small and light enough to lift and fit in a plane's overhead bin. Plenty of wheeled bags are well-designed for a typical European trip — most of my staffers prefer to roll with one.



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Look for a rolling bag that's as roomy and sturdy as possible while still being small and light enough to lift and fit in a plane's overhead bin. Plenty of wheeled bags are well-designed for a typical European trip — most of my staffers prefer to roll with one.

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In general, spaces are a lot smaller, the infrastructure isn't very suitcase friendly and if you're backpacking, you'll probably be flying with a lot of low-cost airlines or taking the train or a bus. All this is what makes travel backpacks the ideal packing method for a European vacation.

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In the busier and more touristy areas like around the Colosseum in Rome or the Eiffel Tower in Paris, you might want to consider anti-theft bags and accessories. Also, if you're planning on spending a lot of time in train and bus stations, this can be where a lot of theft happens, especially for tourists.

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If you go on a 2-week trip to Europe, there is a good chance you'll need at least a 25” suitcase, and perhaps even bigger 28” luggage will be more suitable. Still, within these suitcases, you want to choose one that weighs the least.

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A good rule of thumb, though, is that, on average, you should plan to carry between $50 and $100 per day in the currency of the country in which you're travelling.

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Generally, most of the European airlines limit carry-on luggage to a maximum size of 55 x 40 x 20 cm ( 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 in); however, a few airlines do accept bags up to 25 cm wide (9.84 inc) or do not accept more than 35cm tall (13.7 in).

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Packing List for 2 Weeks in Europe
  1. 7 tops (or five tops plus two dresses)
  2. 3 bottoms.
  3. 2 outerwear items you can layer.
  4. 2-3 pairs of shoes.
  5. 1 scarf.
  6. 1 purse for daytime sightseeing.
  7. 1 bathing suit (if relevant)
  8. 1 set of jewelry.


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Of all the options for travel bags, specifically for an overseas trip with lots of stops, I'd consider only four types:
  • a carry-on-size soft backpack,
  • an internal-frame backpack,
  • a carry-on-size bag with wheels, or.
  • a carry-on-size rolling backpack.


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Best Luggage For International Travel Overall When considering the ideal luggage for going abroad, it has to be reliable, and it has to last. For these two foundational reasons, Travelpro and its line of Platinum Elite luggage is our go-to choice for getting you and your stuff securely to Destination Unknown.

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Resist the urge to buy foreign currency before your trip. Some tourists feel like they just have to have euros or British pounds in their pockets when they step off the airplane, but they pay the price in bad stateside exchange rates. Wait until you arrive to withdraw money.

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Restaurant tips are more modest in Europe than in America. At restaurants, check the menu to see if service is included; if it isn't, a tip of 5–10 percent is normal. In most places, 10 percent is a big tip. If your bucks talk at home, muzzle them on your travels.

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