Luggage for a Month Abroad

Here's a rundown of the luggage we're taking to Europe. We think we're traveling about as light as possible, although for the return trip Lu isn't sure where she's going to put the shoes and leather coat she has yet to purchase. We've got two checked bags, both of which roll or convert into backpacks. For carry-ons we've got a shoulder bag with Lu and MJ's necessities, a small backpack with MJ's clothes and toys, and a large-ish rolling carry-on that can also be a backpack which holds the laptop, all of MJ's books and food, and our other necessary knick-knacks. And lastly we'll be gate-checking our beloved ultralight Combi stroller.

comment from Mary P. Anderson on March 25th 2008

Ryan, I always carry an empty medium or large duffel bag Squished as small as possible in my luggage when I go south or abroad. European thrift shops are great and of course there will always be gifts to bring the cousins.Also remember you can make trades or get rid of clothes (etc.) before coming back to make more room. I trades a toddler dress for a gorgeous piece of jade when I was in Burma.
Hope you trip is lots of fun and relaxation with Laura and Meadow.
Mary

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