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One question I get asked all the time is — What should I pack???\u00a0 It’s tough to figure out what to bring – so many things factor into your decision.\u00a0 Where are you going?\u00a0 Is it a city destination or is it a more active weekend?\u00a0 Are you planning on lots of tourist type of things to do?\u00a0 Do you have kids with you?\u00a0 No need to worry – I’m going to break it down for you below.\u00a0 And make sure you read to the end – I’ve listed some great travel hacks to make your packing a breeze.<\/p>\n

What To Pack For A Weekend Away – A Carry-On<\/h1>\n

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When you are thinking about what to pack for a weekend away – think small!\u00a0 My first rule of packing – do not check your bags!\u00a0 Who wants to wait after your flight arrives at the baggage carousel?\u00a0 A weekend away is precious time – spend that time wisely by not overpacking and traveling light.\u00a0 It’s absolutely freeing to walk off the airplane and to just keep going.\u00a0 A bag that fits comfortably in the overhead and a backpack to fit under the seat in front of you is all you need.\u00a0 (If you are traveling by car – go ahead and fill up your biggest suitcase and overpack to your heart’s content – with my approval!)\u00a0 My family and I all use the\u00a0Mother Lode Mini 21″ Wheeled Carry-On Duffel<\/a>\u00a0from\u00a0ebags.com<\/a>.\u00a0 It is ebags best-selling carry-on and it’s roomy and expandable.\u00a0 The wheels are oversized and makes rolling it super easy.\u00a0 As for backpacks – all four of use something different.<\/p>\n

What to Pack For A Weekend Away – Backpacks<\/h1>\n

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Besides a carry-on, you definitely need some kind of backpack.\u00a0 I don’t like a tote because they are not as easy to carry around and I like to keep my hands free.<\/p>\n

Chris:\u00a0 I love the\u00a0Rebecca Minkoff Julian leather backpack<\/a>.\u00a0 Stylish enough to use as an everyday bag plus very functional.\u00a0 I can fit an extra layer, a bottle of water plus my other essentials.\u00a0 I will usually carry a wristlet or smallish leather pouch to act as my wallet.\u00a0 This way if I don’t want or need to carry my larger bag I can readily downsize.\u00a0 Two of my favorites small leather goods to use are:\u00a0\u00a0Gigi New York All In One Bag<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Madewell Leather Pouch Clutch<\/a>.\u00a0 If we are planning a more active getaway I bring a regular backpack (which I have listed the favorites below) and still add my leather pouch\/wallet for double duty.<\/p>\n

Joe & the kids:\u00a0 Everyone usually carries a backpack.\u00a0 Laptops, iPads, books, iphone chargers, snacks, candy all need a place to go.\u00a0 These bags do double-duty when we go on a hiking trip to carry all our on the trail essentials too.\u00a0 Here are some of their favorites to carry – –\u00a0REI 25-liter backpack<\/a>,\u00a0Jansport backpack with laptop sleeve<\/a>,\u00a0The North Face backpack with bladder sleeve and rain cover<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What To Pack For A Weekend Away – Clothing<\/h1>\n

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Now we get down to the nitty-gritty for what to pack for a weekend away.\u00a0 I start checking my destination weather at least 2 weeks before we head out.\u00a0 (I’m a little OCD like that.)\u00a0 Traveling from South Florida where it is almost always sunny and 85 degrees I want to make sure I get it right for packing.\u00a0 Plus I don’t like to be cold!\u00a0 And these days with crazy weather all over the place you almost never know what to expect.\u00a0 Whether it’s an active trip or a city trip, my packing generally follows the same basic ideas.\u00a0 Plus, I have added links for some of my favorite things to pack for a weekend away.<\/p>\n