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15 Easy Packing Tips For Solo Female Travelers

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Contrary to popular belief, you can still look good when you travel, even when you backpack the world.

For many solo female travelers, what you pack as your travel wardrobe is one of the biggest worries when planning what to pack.

How many skirts do you need? Do you bother with jeans? And how many nice dresses is too many?

The list of travel essentials seems to multiply the more you think about it, and before you know it, you’ve filled up a 20 kg suitcase.

If you’re embarking on your first solo trip and you’re not sure what clothes to pack, this guide is for you!

Below are my top solo female traveler packing tips, to help you pack with style but also with efficiency, so you can still fly carry-on and look good on your solo adventure.

Solo Female Traveler Packing Tips

Over packing is something I’ve always been exceptionally good at.

The thought of heading to my destination without an outfit that I will take to an impromptu spectacular dinner or last minute drinks at sunset is a reality that I was unprepared to face!

Over the last few years, it is with great pride that I can reveal that I have travelled on week long holidays with only carry on!!

I may have given myself a cheeky high five when I accomplished this on my last trip to Melbourne while sitting on the plane next to my husband who was not impressed.

To help you realise your full packing potential, I’ve put together 10 packing tips that will have you ladies packing like a minimalist ninja in no time!

1. Know the weather forecast for your destination

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Hiking in Banff National Park

Check the extended weather forecast and do a bit of research on weather patterns for your travel destination. 

You need to pack for the climate you are heading to, if they’re in the middle of winter leave the summer dresses and shorts behind and instead take a beautifully versatile coat that can be worn day and night.

Knowing the weather and packing accordingly is by far the most important factor to consider when packing for your vacation.

You can also wear layers. If you are going to a cold destination, bring one or two sweaters, a few long sleeve t-shirts, and one really warm jacket. If it warms up, you can wear the sweaters and remove the jacket.

2. Write down your packing list and plan your daily outfits

There is no point jamming a whole bunch of clothes that you like…

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