How to Pack Your Bag for Europe for Girls - Part 1

'Red Wine Helps You Sleep on Trains' editor Krystin Dean shares some advice for girls on how and what to pack, toiletries, style and how to look your best for every photo opportunity after sleeping in hostels, trains and carrying a backpack through every country in Europe.

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Travel & Events

Tags:

• backpacking
• trains
• Europe
• travel

[teenagefairy]

@redwinehelpsyousleep I found this video to be EXTREMELY useful but I'd really like to know what kind of backpack is featured in this video. Also, do you have any more tips about buying backpacks? Thanks in advance!

[redwinehelpsyousleep]

@teenagefairy The brand is North Face, which makes a ton of great quality stuff. The model is "w terra 40" - the "w" is for "w"omen and the "40" is for amount of liters. The main thing is to try on different bags with weight in them to see how they fit. Packs are made differently for men and women and normally come in different sizes, so don't skimp and buy a one size fits all bag. Spend a little extra cash and get one that will lasta lifetime of traveling.

[coconisha85]

Hey there! I really love this video! The same concerns that you have (incorporating both function AND fashion) are also my concerns when preparing for a backpacking trip through Europe. So very helpful! If you don't mind, what is the brand of your backpack as well as your cute toiletry bag, and where can I purchase them?

[redwinehelpsyousleep]

@coconisha85 The backpack is The North Face brand, but many companies make them. The main thing is to find one that is designed for a female - they have different frames, smaller dimensions, and better straps for your front. The toiletry bag was just a cheap one I picked up from Wal-Mart for about $5. Nothing too special about it. I'm sure Wal-Mart, Target, Kohls or a similar store will have a few to choose from.

[missyBecks]

you're NOT supposed to have the heaviest items on bottom!

u'r supposed to have the lightest items on bottom. and heaviest itmes go to the very top.

research how to pack a backpack from those expert websites.....................

[redwinehelpsyousleep]

@missyBecks Internal frame backpacks (opposite from external) like this one is recommended to keep items near the middle, lower 1/2 of the main compartment. Main point is to keep them as close to the spine as possible. Heavy items near the top your pack will have the tendency to pull away from you making you very top heavy. Items near the middle and bottom keep you grounded and pull straight down. Think of a bookshelf, put the heaviest books at the top near the outside it will topple over.

[lilbonbon213]

"i love fashion: really? uhhh no.

[asherel]

I don't like to sacrifice fashion! *buttons up jean jacket*

[shoppittsburghnow]

really informative and interesting

[shellybirdy]

love the video man

[jjclassjj]

i enjoyed this vid

[ren21uu]

and ladies dont forget tighs.

[ren21uu]

she should try compression packs.

[sherisebe]

Do you guys go clubbing at all? I would've at least tossed my trusty wrinkle-resistant little black dress in there with a pair of heels Even if I had to sacrifice a pair of jeans or some dresses for space.

But I guess that's me since I seem to party everywhere I go and don't like getting turn away at the door for dress code. *shrug*

[dariodrz]

I redirect my comment to the one I just made for the 'male' version...