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How to Pack the Perfect Suitcase for Your Autumn Trip to England

Posted on October 15, 2019September 30, 2021 by Sara

Our time in England was divided into two distinct locations, environments, and types of activities: sightseeing and nice restaurants and bars in London, and hiking and laid-back pub life in the Lake…

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How to Pack the Perfect Suitcase for a Winter Week in Iceland

Posted on March 3, 2019September 30, 2021 by Sara

Packing for a winter trip to Iceland presented a new packing challenge: how to fit enough winter gear and accessories to keep warm and safe into our usual carry-on bags. We didn’t…

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How to Pack the Perfect Suitcase for Your Autumn Trip to Austria and Oktoberfest

Posted on October 30, 2018September 30, 2021 by Sara

When packing for Oktoberfest and a week in Austria in fall, we had to consider mild-to-cool temperatures, time spent both in pious abbeys and laid-back vineyards, and lots of walking. We also had…

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How to Pack the Perfect Suitcase for Your Summer Trip to Scotland

Posted on August 31, 2017September 30, 2021 by Sara

When packing for two weeks in Scotland in summer, we had to consider mild-to-cool temperatures, activities ranging from hiking to castle-exploring to casual meals out, and the potential for lots of rain (and…

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