{"id":25131,"date":"2021-02-17T10:21:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-17T09:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=25131"},"modified":"2023-08-13T09:08:56","modified_gmt":"2023-08-13T08:08:56","slug":"pack-light-trip-greek-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/pack-light-trip-greek-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"How to pack light for a trip to the Greek Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dreaming of the golden beaches, blue ocean and whitewashed villages of the Greek Islands? We can get you there, but you\u2019ve got to pack your bags first – and the key is to keep it light. You don\u2019t want to spend your trip hauling a giant suitcase through airports, cobbled streets and rocky boats (and then need a trip to the chiropractor). To help you get prepared, here is our guide to packing light for your trip to the Greek Islands<\/a>, from what to wear in Greece, to all the essentials you\u2019ll need (and things to leave at home).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with your luggage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to pack light for your trip to the Greek Islands, it all starts with your luggage. Whether you prefer a suitcase or a backpack, remember to keep it small and lightweight. Choose something sturdy and easy to get around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you really want to pack light, you might decide to travel only with a carry-on. In that case, you should go with a soft-sided bag or backpack that fits the carry-on size and weight requirements of the airline. It can be very freeing to walk off the plane with all your luggage with you and you can\u2019t pack much lighter than that for your trip to the Greek Islands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get strategic with your clothing and shoes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve chosen your luggage, you need to decide on what clothes to pack for Greece. They take up the bulk of your luggage, so you’ll need to plan ahead. If you\u2019re spending summer in Greece, you\u2019ll have much lighter clothes, while if you\u2019re travelling in winter, you\u2019ll need to make room for bulkier clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, the best time to visit the Greek Islands<\/a> is mid-April to mid-October, when the weather is warm, there\u2019s little rain, and you can make the most of those gorgeous beaches. If you\u2019re travelling in these months, you can pack lightweight, quick-drying clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Go for light shorts, t-shirts, skirts and dresses, along with a coat and a few cardigans in case of chilly nights. You\u2019ll also need a couple of swimsuits and a light scarf that doubles as a beach wrap and a shawl to wrap around your shoulders at religious sites. Remember to choose quick-drying fabrics so you can wash them and have them dry and ready to wear again during your trip. That way, you won\u2019t need to bring an outfit for every day, which gives you a lot more room in your luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for shoes, you\u2019ll likely only need one comfortable pair of walking shoes or runners, a pair of sandals for the beach, and a nice pair of shoes if you want to hit the town. You might also like to bring a fancier outfit if you\u2019re planning on enjoying the nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s all about travel size<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Forget all those big bottles of shampoo, moisturiser and sunscreen. Get your hands on some reusable, travel-sized containers for your liquid toiletries. You\u2019ll save space and money, and you\u2019ll help reduce your plastic waste by reusing your containers on your trips. If you\u2019re only taking a carry-on, you\u2019ll also be able to stay under the liquid limit this way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also like to use solid toiletries. You can find everything from shampoo and moisturiser to deodorant and toothpaste in a bar or solid form. You’ll likely save even more space and waste, and you won’t have to worry about carrying liquids. Win-win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Less is more<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When we\u2019re trying to pack light, it often helps to pack your bag ahead of time. After leaving it for a day, come back and try to take out some items you don\u2019t really need. We know it\u2019s hard to leave some things behind – but packing light is an art and sacrifices must be made! To help you pack, here are some things you need and other things you can probably leave behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essentials to pack for the Greek Islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n