Overpacker...

I have always been an over packer when it comes to trips. One must always have choices especially when you don't know what to expect from the weather. The problem with being an over packer these days are all the carry on requirements and having to pay extra to check baggage. In Europe you can get super cheap flights on the budget airlines but their rules and fees regarding luggage are crazy. It's all part of the way to squeeze every pence from your pocket. You have to pay a fee if you wait to check in at the airport, checked baggage fee, no free snacks or drinks, and they even want to have pay toilets on the plane (hasn't happened yet but I am sure it will soon!)

How does an over packer pack for a 4 day trip in a small carry-on? A carry-on that I'm not even sure will meet the tiny requirements of 21.7 inches * 15.7 inches * 7.9 inches. My bag is packed with:

1 pair jeans

2 knit dresses

1 pair pj's

4 tops

3 camis

1 bathing suit

5 pair undies

1 book

1 DSLR camera

1 FLIP

toiletries

purse and contents

And hopefully snacks!

I just hope this thing weighs less than 20lbs!