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After a 10-day trip to Greece, here is what I would pack again and leave behind next time.
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As a member of thechecked luggage club, it was a challenge to only bring a carry-on.
The trouser style is effortless and chic, but it still felt like I was wearing sweatpants or loungewear.
The high hip fit and four-way stretch make it versatile and comfortable.
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I also love the ribbed texture for some dimension and the fact that the modal/elastane blend fabric is featherlight.
Best Skirt
Pistola The Alice Midi Skirt
I know, I know.
I said to stay away from wearing jeans while in Greece.
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However, this midi skirt from Pistola is made with the lightest jean material Ive ever worn.
This stunning midi dress is the perfect shade of blue for finedining in Santorini.
Its also an elegant look for a summer wedding.
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Ideal for warm temperatures, the viscose material is ultralight and has a drapey feel to it.
The UPF-50+ sun protection was particularly helpful during our afternoon hike.
Made with anti-odor and four-way-stretch fabric, these shirts proved to be invaluable with a limited wardrobe.
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Plus, this shirt is extremely easy to stuff in a suitcase last minute thanks to the wrinkle-resistant fabric.
Besides the breathability, he was also grateful for the stretchy fabric for climbing up many flights of stairs.
Plus, the shorts have a chino-like design, so they look nice enough to wear to dinner.
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They also have a hidden zippered pocket, which is a helpful feature for storing a wallet.
Shoes
For most of the trip, we opted to wear closed-toe shoes.
While we opted not to bring flip-flops, our casual sandals worked well for boating and swimming.
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if you pack light for island hopping like we did.
The raffia-style material on the upper part of the sandals maintains the laid-back, beachy vibe of Greece.
They are extremely lightweight without compromising support and cushioning in the footbed, and the upper material is super-breathable.
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The anti-odor technology is also a helpful feature for traveling.
If youre planning to island-hop, its important to pack light since youll be on boats or planes often.
The bag is spacious enough to fit a weeks worth of clothing (with room to spare!)
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and it comes with stashable backpack straps for hands-free travel.
At 6.7 pounds, the bag is perfect for airlines with stricter weight and size restrictions.
We also found that the wheels felt extremely sturdyan essential trait for rolling the bag over cobblestones.
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We ended up using the entire bottle within the first few days since most of our activities were outdoors.
The formula is velvety smooth and hydrating, which was soothing on our travel-induced dry skin.
I loved that I could wear it on my face without that greasy feeling and left-behind residue.
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These sunglasses are also superdurable and withstood being tossed around while traveling like a champion.
Theyre also very chic and comfortable to wear for long periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Versatility is key for packing light for any trip.
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It depends on what kind of experience you want in Greece.
We went at the beginning of May, just before peak travel season kicked off.
The weather was gorgeous, with minimal crowds.
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Rain is common from November to March, so be sure to pack accordingly for the season.
I would also skip bringing a lot of luggage, especially if its wheeled.
Multiple bags will be hard to travel with, especially if youre bouncing around the country.
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Greece uses the euro.
Embassy websiteand avoid these areas.
In May 2024, Anna spent 10 days traveling throughout Greece, visiting as many spots as she could.
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