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Funky backpack for travelling

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 16:54

Hi, I'm going away and I would like a backpack to carry all my belongings in. It has to be no bigger than 45 x 36 x 20 cm.

I'd love something bright and colourful. I'm going somewhere warm so anything that's feminine and summery would also be welcome. I particularly like straw bags. I'd also welcome a backpack with a pattern or little characters on.

Budget would be £50 max.

Thanks!

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rochethenut · 30/12/2023 16:55

how long going for?

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 16:56

you are going travelling with hand luggage only? what kind of travelling?

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 16:58

It's a week in Southern Spain. I'll take three dresses, a nightie, knickers and the shoes I have on my feet. I'll have access to a washing machine.

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 16:58

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 16:56

you are going travelling with hand luggage only? what kind of travelling?

I always usually pay extra to take a small case but its so expensive!

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rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:00

SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 16:58

It's a week in Southern Spain. I'll take three dresses, a nightie, knickers and the shoes I have on my feet. I'll have access to a washing machine.

no toiletries? charger? book? swimming costumes? bras? will you be walking much or beachside?

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:00

have you actually checked the weather?

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:01

Seville - one of the very hottest cities i. southern spain. is averaging 14:15 degrees

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:06

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:00

no toiletries? charger? book? swimming costumes? bras? will you be walking much or beachside?

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Toiletries will be there for me. I'll pop my phone charger in. My bra, I'll wash in the machine there. I won't need a swimming costume. The water will be too cold to swim.

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:07

I'm so determined not to pay to take a case!

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rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:13

staying in one place or travelling?

walking or more relaxing?

either way… you will likely need cardigans (at least) and long trousers at this time of year

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:15

I'll be staying in one place.

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:16

I'm going to need a case aren't I?

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WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:21

SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:16

I'm going to need a case aren't I?

No, I only ever take hand luggage. A small backpack is more than fine for a week. Wear the bigger items.

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:28

WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:21

No, I only ever take hand luggage. A small backpack is more than fine for a week. Wear the bigger items.

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in summer fine

but a handbag or small ruck sack of a week when you will need cardigans, socks, pair of trousers and possibly a raincoat too?

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:28

SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:15

I'll be staying in one place.

ah that’s more straightforward. when you said travelling… i assumed travelling around and for a few weeks at least!

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:30

what about paying extra for a large cabin bag?

WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:30

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:28

in summer fine

but a handbag or small ruck sack of a week when you will need cardigans, socks, pair of trousers and possibly a raincoat too?

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That’s why you wear the trousers, jumper and raincoat. I’ve done it loads of times. My grown-up DC would only take a tote bag for a trip like that.

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:32

WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:21

No, I only ever take hand luggage. A small backpack is more than fine for a week. Wear the bigger items.

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Ah good. I was doubting myself.

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mauvish · 30/12/2023 17:33

https://cabinmax.com/collections/45x36x20-suitcases-and-bags

I've got the 30l RPET backpack in mango from this website, and it holds a lot more than a standard 30l rucksack. It opens out like a suitcase, so you pack it as you would a suitcase (although that means you can't just rummage for stuff at the top as you would in a backpack!)

When are you travelling?

45x36x20cm - Easyjet Free Size

45x36x20cm Suitcase, Bag and Backpack designs to fit the Easyjet under seat requirements

https://cabinmax.com/collections/45x36x20-suitcases-and-bags

rochethenut · 30/12/2023 17:33

WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:30

That’s why you wear the trousers, jumper and raincoat. I’ve done it loads of times. My grown-up DC would only take a tote bag for a trip like that.

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yes but if trousers and jumper are needed everyday (which is likely) then you’re stuck wearing same trouser and maybe one other jumper for a week!

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:33

WashItTomorrow · 30/12/2023 17:30

That’s why you wear the trousers, jumper and raincoat. I’ve done it loads of times. My grown-up DC would only take a tote bag for a trip like that.

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That's what I was thinking of doing. The planes are always freezing! At least I'll be snug.

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mauvish · 30/12/2023 17:35

You won't want to carry a rucksack around with you during the day on holiday so pack an extra bag - I've got one of those parachute silk fold up totes which does the trick.

If you're going to be a town, you can buy anything you need; it may be cheaper to do so than to pay for the extra luggage on the plane.

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 30/12/2023 17:38

mauvish · 30/12/2023 17:33

https://cabinmax.com/collections/45x36x20-suitcases-and-bags

I've got the 30l RPET backpack in mango from this website, and it holds a lot more than a standard 30l rucksack. It opens out like a suitcase, so you pack it as you would a suitcase (although that means you can't just rummage for stuff at the top as you would in a backpack!)

When are you travelling?

That's very handy, thanks! I like the sound of a rucksack that opens out like a case.

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IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 30/12/2023 19:51

There are lots of people who make "maximum carry on" size cases, usually well designed with pockets and straps to optimise what you can take. like this.

It's worth having a Google, but also check against your airline's max carry on requirements as they are all different.

TeacherPlease · 30/12/2023 19:53

There’s loads on TikTok atm if you search for something like travel backpack.