Short Trip Packing; The Only Way is Marbs

At the beginning of last month I went to Marbella with my Fiance and 5 others friends for a short break.  We booked this quite last minute and had hand luggage only.  However the 1 other girl that went had a checked in suitcase.  This all seems like ages ago now but I thought I would share how I prepared for a weekend in the sun with limited luggage space.

First, I purchased a small flexible cabin sized suitcase with 4 wheels which I think is important as its easier to pack and also quicker to move without getting in people's way in the airport.  I got it in the Summer sale at Matalan for £23 which isn't too bad but you can also get them from Primark for about the same price.  I can also use this case for just short trips in the UK instead of several heavy bags.

I took the following with me;

Shoes

• Skechers Trainers
• Flip Flops
• Strappy Wedges

Clothes

• 2 pairs of shorts
• 1 nightdress
• 5 pairs of knickers
• 2 bras
• 4 pairs of socks
• 3 dresses
• 1 skirt
• 4 tops
• 1 pair of jeans
• 1 hoodie
• 2 Bikinnis
• 1 Swimsuit

Liquids (you`re allowed up to 10 items 100ml or under each, in 1 clear bag)

• Shampoo
• Bodywash
• Deoderant
• Hairspray
• 2 Suntan Lotions
• After sun aloe vera gel

Unfortunately I had to put my make up bag and perfume in my friend's checked in suitcase as I had too many liquids including creams in there.

Stuff

• 1 Small Handbag
• 1 Shopping Bag
• Chargers
• European Adapter Plug
• Phone
• Passport
• Purse
• 6 Hair Grips
• 3 Hair Bands
• Small Hairbrush
• Toothbrush
• Wash Puff
• Make Up Wipes
• Tissues
• Painkillers
• Breakfast Bars
• Plasters
• Purse
• Sunglasses
• 3 Necklaces
• 1 Bracelet
• 2 Earrings
• 1 Watch
• and probably some other bits I've forgotten

It all worked out great and I had a blast.

p.s Spanish supermarkets have great temporary tattoos and bracelets

"You look like a tomboy"

Sorry that I've been MIA recently; I've been really busy with life.  I have just come back from a trip to Amsterdam so I thought I would go through travel essentials.

Firstly it is very hard to take only essentials in a small cabin sized bag.  But I didn't forget anything!

My top tips for packing are;

• Roll your clothes
• Weight your bag on 2 different scales to make sure it's in the limit
• Take out anything you might need and replace it with something you will need and definitely use
• Pack interchangeable outfits so you can switch from day to night easily
• Take a smaller secure bag for the day
• Always make a check list so you don't forget anything

Minimising my make up for the trip was hard but I thought that I didn't want to spend ages doing my make up I wanted to explore the city.  So I needed quick fixes and all under 100ml as I only took cabin baggage.

And going back to why my boyfriend called me a tomboy; it's because I was dressed practically not fashionably or overly girly.  Literally just top, hoody and skinny jeans.  I did have a few girly touches such as a pretty top and bright Turquoise Vans.  These are new and I got them in the Office sale for £25 (£28 but they had a mark).