I had a last-minute 3-day, 2-night business trip recently—not too far away—so I thought:
Can I skip the suitcase and just bring one bag?
Turns out, yes. One well-chosen bag can actually be enough.
✅ What I Packed
I used a large-capacity backpack with zippers and multiple compartments. Here’s everything I managed to fit inside:
For work:
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13" laptop + charger
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Document folder, pens, notebook
For daily use:
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2 sets of clothes (including underwear)
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Folding umbrella, toiletries, small medicine kit
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Phone charger & power bank
Miscellaneous:
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A book for travel downtime
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Some snacks (surprisingly useful)
🧪 How It Went
There were definitely some pros:
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Convenient: No checked luggage, no rolling suitcase to drag around
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Lightweight: Easy to move through the airport/train station
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Space-saving: Hotel room felt tidier without a suitcase
But also a few small trade-offs:
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Gets heavy if overpacked, so your shoulders might feel it
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Needs smart packing, or you’ll dig around a lot
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Go with light, foldable clothing—jeans are not your friend here
🎒 Final Thoughts
If it’s a short trip and you don’t need formal attire, one bag is totally doable—and honestly, kind of liberating.
The key is choosing a roomy, well-organized bag and packing thoughtfully.
Of course, if you’re attending events or bringing more gear, then a suitcase might still be better.
But for me, trying this “one-bag trip” made the whole experience smoother.
Not because I’m a minimalist—just because I wanted less hassle.
👉 Here’s the bag I used, in case you’re curious:
https://angelkissbag.com/products/angel-kiss-backpack-purse-for-women-soft-washed-leather-multi-pocket-casual-travel-backpacks
