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Packing for
a city break.

Three ways to pack, one great trip. Take what you need, travel comfortably, and leave the unnecessary things at home.

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01 / CHOOSE YOUR STYLE

How do you like to travel?

There is no right answer. Pick the amount of luggage that suits your journey, and we'll put together a checklist for it.

A compact backpack by a European waterfront
TRAVEL STYLE 01

Light.

2–3 NIGHTS · SMALL BACKPACK

For a quick getaway with only the essentials. Less to carry, easier transfers and often fewer baggage charges.

A compact wheeled cabin suitcase on a city waterfront
TRAVEL STYLE 02

Medium.

3–5 NIGHTS · CABIN SUITCASE

A little more flexibility, a change of outfit and room for a few extras without checking a large suitcase.

A large suitcase and additional travel bags
TRAVEL STYLE 03

Heavy.

5+ NIGHTS · CHECKED LUGGAGE

Ideal for longer stays, cold-weather clothes or specialist equipment. More choice, but also more to manage.

02 / THE CHECKLIST

Ready, set, pack.

Tick off what you've packed, add your own items and switch between the three lists. Your progress is saved in this browser.

Tip: Choose a packing style above to change the list. Print it if you'd rather pack with a piece of paper beside your bag.

The light packing list

Two or three nights · backpack

0 of 0 PACKED

Your checklist stays on this device and is not sent to The Weekenders. Airline and airport rules can change, so check before travelling.

03 / A FEW USEFUL HABITS

Pack smarter, travel easier.

01 / KEEP THE ESSENTIALS CLOSE

Never check the important stuff.

Keep passports, medicines, valuables, keys and anything essential for your first night in your personal bag. Power banks and spare lithium batteries usually belong in cabin baggage — check your airline's rules.

02 / THINK IN OUTFITS

One extra layer beats three extras.

Pack clothes that work together. Comfortable walking shoes, a light waterproof layer and something slightly smarter will cover most European city breaks.

03 / CHECK BEFORE YOU FLY

The details make the difference.

Check baggage dimensions, liquids screening rules at every departing airport, travel documents and destination weather. Don't rely on a rule you remember from your last flight.