Planning
4 min read
Packing light for a multi-stop journey
A practical guide to layers, comfortable shoes and the things you will actually use.
Words by Nadia Rahman
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On a journey with several stops, a lighter bag makes everything easier: ferries, trains, stairs to a hillside hotel. Here is the approach we share with every guest.
Think in layers
Three thin layers are more useful than one heavy coat. A merino base, a fleece and a light waterproof shell will cover most climates.
Two pairs of shoes
Bring broken-in walking shoes and one lighter pair for evenings. Shoes take up the most space, so be ruthless.
Our short checklist
Soft carry-on size bag and a small daypack
Reusable water bottle
Universal adaptor and a power bank
Copies of travel documents, stored separately
The takeaway
If you are unsure, leave it out. Most things can be found along the way, and you will never regret having less to carry.
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