10 Essentials I Always Pack For Europe Trips As a Travel Editor

This weekend, I’m heading to Europe for what’s my tenth trip to the continent. I’ve come a long way since my just-out-of-college adventure with my bestie to Paris , Vienna, and Venice — lugging a giant duffel bag that taught me a lesson in the fine art of packing light. This time, I’ve got it down: smarter choices with a few upgrades (even since my last trip to Barcelona in 2023), and a travel setup that might actually help me sleep on the plane.