Backpack for Europe?
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Anonymous
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Wasn’t sure if I should put this in travel or here but let’s see.
I’m wondering what backpack to use for a couple weeks in italy this summer. My husband seems to very concerned about theft and I’m trying to take his concerns seriously. I will have 2 independent older kids and 1 non fully potty trained toddler so I will need a backpack to at least carry minimal things for the youngest. Plus water bottles for the family. Would love to hear some suggestions. |
Anonymous
| Is this for packing everything or just to use for outings? |
Anonymous
Just for outings/walking around, going to eat etc… |
Anonymous
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https://pacsafe.com/
I have a few pacsafe cross body bags. Where in Europe? The only place I’ve been robbed was in Barcelona, wearing a backpack and carrying my sleepy toddler. I think you’ll be targeted because thieves think you’re distracted by your small children. Backpack wasn’t a pacsafe. |
Anonymous
Ok I see you wrote Italy. |
Anonymous
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Which areas of Italy specifically? Pickpocketing is a lot more common, especially on the metros.
I personally would not be worried about it, but I guess a zippered tote is an alternative (though not as easy to carry). You don't need to carry water. |
Anonymous
| I would not carry a back pack simply bc it is bulk, it will get hot, and they are not allowed in many museums/churches. Carry a Le Pliage tote or similar and you'll be fine. |
Anonymous
| I use a small packable backpack from Amazon for water, snacks etc. but I keep any valuables, money, phone, passports in a small Travelon cross body or fanny pack |
Anonymous
| I like Monos |