Do you pack too much when you go somewhere?
By Torunn
@Torunn (8607)
Norway
March 13, 2019 4:05pm CST
I'm packing for a weekend in Helsinki, leaving work early tomorrow to catch the plane so I'm packing now.
I usually manage to pack just the things I need, but I always have to stop myself from putting in too much. I have packed some woolen clothes I might not need, it's supposed to rain and plus degrees, but you never know. And if the wind is really icy, wool is good.
How about you? Do you pack too much when you travel, or do you get it just right? Or don't pack enough and end up buying things, I've done that a few times too.
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@everwonderwhy (7359)
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23 Mar 19
We usually travel as a family, as in long drives. So, I pack my 'whole house'. :-D
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@everwonderwhy (7359)
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23 Mar 19
@Torunn We had a 12 seater-Transit bus for 18 years. :-D I still love long trips.
@snowy22315 (180870)
• United States
13 Mar 19
Maybe sometimes..but often I leave something I really need at home!
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@ScribbledAdNauseum (104628)
• United States
14 Mar 19
I try to balance between preparedness and too much. I probably pack more underthings than is necessary.
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@ScribbledAdNauseum (104628)
• United States
14 Mar 19
@Torunn I think a waterproof jacket would be more preferable. You can also pack some warmer things like woolen socks, a nice sweater and a good pair of thick pants (trousers, jeans, leggings). You might be able to get around not having a thicker, cold weather jacket.
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@JohnRoberts (109846)
• Los Angeles, California
14 Mar 19
I always travel light as possible.
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@DesirousDreamer (34776)
• Peoria, Arizona
13 Mar 19
I always say, pack as much underwear as if you think you are going to pee yourself everyday haha As for other clothes, I always try to bring a few extra pieces just incase I don't feel like wearing a certain outfit or something happens to the clothing I am wearing. Accidents happen so it is always good to just pack a little extra.
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@Torunn (8607)
• Norway
13 Mar 19
I used to pack extra for just-in-case-cases. Am trying to make up my mind what to wear for the next few days now, it's not as if my friend or her dog is going to mind.
If I go somewhere and plan to go out in the evening to eat or to a consert I might pack some extra pieces, for the just-in-case-cases :-) But I need to buy new underwear so I might end up not packing enough of it this time
