If you’re doing a quick getaway you don’t want to be bogged down with lots of luggage and bags. Some people have a really hard time packing for a weekend getaway. If you are one of those people look no further than this packing travel guide to keep your bags light and easy to wrangle. Spend more time relaxing and enjoying your vacation and less worrying about all your luggage.
One Item Only
When traveling for a weekend getaway the truth is you just don’t need that much stuff. Commit to one bag or suitcase and leave it at that. You don’t need to take multiple bags and luggage to have a good time. Make sure this bag is big enough to carry everything. Sometimes people think too small when it comes to one piece of luggage and pretty soon you’re adding on extra bags and accessories and it gets more complicated. By committing to one item that will reasonably fit everything you will be packed and ready to go in no time.
Outfit Planning
When packing for a weekend trip making one item work multiple jobs is your best practice. You can get away with the same pants with different tops and mix-and-match to make everything work overtime for you. The best thing you can do is outfit plan ahead of time. Select your outfits for all your occasions and events that you will be attending over your weekend and put them into storage or Ziplock bags with a label on them. It’ll be a breeze getting ready in the morning every day because you’ll just select your bag and go.
Stick with the Classics
When you are limited by the space in your suitcase, stick with your tried and true outfits. This is not the time to try new styles and get too fancy. Grab your essential wardrobe items and stick with those. The same goes for shoes and accessories. Don’t bring a new pair of shoes or heels that you are unsure of how their comfort will be for long walks. Stick with what you know and you’ll be good to go.
All the Small Things
All the little things that go into your suitcase such as toiletries, accessories, handbags, and shoes need to be kept limited. Pair down your toiletry case to only include your essential beauty routine items. Make up is an easy way to limit the number of things you’re bringing and keep it to your absolute favorite items. The same goes for shoes and handbags. Bring one bag that can serve and do it all. 1 to 2 pairs of shoes should be enough depending on what events you were going to during your trip. The important thing is to keep everything simplified.
Packing for a weekend trip does not have to be stressful if you keep it simple and keep it true to yourself.