After carrying a heavy backpack around four countries in Europe, I regretted leaving my carry-on suitcase at home.

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I’m the type of person who brings a massive suitcase containing multiple outfits and a plethora of travel gear for a long weekend trip — just in case. So the prospect of traveling around Europe with ...

After seeing them all over the airport, I had to try one for myself.

I managed to fit all my clothes and gear into one backpack — but I made some mistakes along the way. When my partner and I were planning a 23-day, four-country trip to Europe, I knew the amount of ...

I used to hate packing. It stressed me out because I never did a good job; I either forgot something important or brought stuff I didn’t need. But I’ve discovered the best travel backpack that’s ...