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The temperatures ranged from 45 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and we were on our feet a lot.

My background in thru-hiking has helped me streamline my packing, and I dont mind re-wearing clothes.

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This keeps my gear list concise and my clothes comfortable.

Since then, Ive switched to a backpacking-style pack designed specifically for travel.

Its also quite affordable for a travel backpack and fits perfectly into an overhead bin.

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The hood and half-zip make it cozier for lounging, with a more generous fit for layering underneath.

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I rarely travel without a compressible puffer, and my jacket of choice is the 8.2-ounceNorrona Trollveggan Superlight.

If its going to besupercold, I might swap it out for theArcteryx Cerium SV Down Hoody.

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Its nicely tailored, easy to layer, and looks mountain-town chic for evenings out.

In fact, Ive even stuffed an extra layer in here and didnt struggle to zip it.

It even has several external pockets for small items, and the straps are adjustable like a standard backpack.

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Plus, it can be a great hauler if youre staying in an Airbnb and plan on buying groceries.

They arent form-fitting but have a nice drape that doesnt feel sloppy.

I really loved the lightweight, quick-drying skort on this trip.

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Hikerkind

If youre looking forhiking clothesthat transition seamlessly to around-town clothes, Hikerkind nails it every time.

If laundry services arent accessible, I always opt for natural fibers.

On this trip, I wore acomfy jumpsuitand a loose, breezymerino-blend tankthe most.

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), and it tucks in at the waist for a flattering fit.

I wore this jumpsuit on its own and also with a light jacket or sweater.

The other big hit on this trip was a drapey, merino-blend tank.

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I wore these all over Barcelona and Rome and never felt hot or experienced aching feet.

Plus, they also kept me dry on rainy days.

Since we spent about half our trip hiking, I wanted a pair of light, flexible trail shoes.

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For my sandals, I packed a pair of classicTeva Originals.

These have a squishy footbed and easy-to-adjust Velcro straps.

They are made with noise-canceling materials and come with streaming capabilities as well as white noise.

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It alsopacks down totally flatso you might tuck it into your primary bag when its not in use.

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