The One Backpack, Four Modules — How I Packed for a Week in Just 5 Minutes

Before every trip, I used to stress over packing.

Too many “maybe I’ll need it” outfits.

Too many late-night lists I never finished.

Still forgot my charger every time.

After a few years of weekend trips and missed trains, I built a simple routine that finally works — I call it “modular packing.”

🧩 What’s modular packing?

It means dividing what I bring into 4 clear categories:

• Everyday items (wallet, passport, phone)
• Electronics (iPad, cables, charger)
• Clothes (rolled, not folded)
• Toiletries (all travel-sized, zero extras)

Each module gets its own zip pouch. No digging. No surprises.

🎒 Why it all fits in one expandable backpack

I’ve packed this exact setup into one waterproof expandable backpack for my 7-day trip to Lecce.

It fits everything, with just enough room left for an olive oil souvenir.

The key isn’t bringing less — it’s knowing what you’re bringing, and why.

Final thoughts before takeoff

I’ll be in Lecce for a week.

It only took me 5 minutes to pack.

What’s your own go-to method for travel prep?

Have you ever tried living out of just one backpack?

Drop your tips (or your packing fails) in the comments — I’d love to hear what works for you.

I’ve been using the 8808 Extend Waterproof Backpack on my recent trips—it expands just enough when I need it to, keeps everything dry, and looks clean enough to take straight from the train station to dinner.