backpacking trip- what do i do with my backpack during the days?
May 31st, 2008
daniella s asked:
hello,
i was wandering:
i am going on a backpacking trip with my sister to central europe and we are going to stay in hostels and bed and breakfasts. what should i do with my backpack while i travel in the days or if we have day trips? leave it there? cant someone steal things from it? or do hostels have lockers?
Thanks
hello,
i was wandering:
i am going on a backpacking trip with my sister to central europe and we are going to stay in hostels and bed and breakfasts. what should i do with my backpack while i travel in the days or if we have day trips? leave it there? cant someone steal things from it? or do hostels have lockers?
Thanks
Bit of a daft question that. ……..leave luggage in your room,…or at the nearest train station where they have lockers.
Many hostels have storage rooms that you can use if you’re checking out in the morning but not travelling until the afternoon or evening.
Otherwise, just leave your stuff in your room…some hostels have lockers. Don’t leave valuables. If you’re that concerned, you can buy a wire mesh (called a PacSafe) that encompasses your pack and you secure with a padlock.
I’ve backpacked for years and happily left my stuff in dorm rooms with no concern - and no theft.
I recommend buying a bike lock and smaller locks for your zipper compartments. Then locking your bag up to the bed post when you take day trips.
For a full answer you can read my travel blog on what to pack at
I specifically talk about this there.
Happy travels!
-Scott