Hey there! I’m a 29-year-old female heading to Borgosesia for a month-long school trip in September and October. I’ve traveled to Ireland and Germany before, but this will be my first attempt at packing light, eyeing the 42L Cotopaxi bag, though I’m not fully convinced yet. I’m on a budget but willing to splurge on a quality item that will last me a long time.
My main concern is packing efficiently to avoid checking in any bags. The trip will mainly involve outdoor activities, nothing too fancy or formal. I have a good amount of athletic and layering clothes in mind, but I’m open to any advice you folks might have. I’m thinking of bringing two pairs of shoes – trail runners for hiking and maybe some boots. We might visit cathedrals, so a pair of flats could come in handy too. Apologies if this all sounds trivial, but as a first-timer venturing out of the US with a one-bag goal, I’m all about planning and researching to ease my nerves.
I’m looking for practical tips on what to bring and how to pack efficiently for a month-long stay in Borgosesia. I appreciate any insights or suggestions you can offer to help me streamline my packing process and make the most of my limited luggage space.
Thanks in advance for your help and support. I’m excited to embark on this adventure and any advice you can share will be greatly valued. Cheers!