More packing fun

 Things are getting real now. I finally got to the point of getting all the recommended gear into my bags.


Unfortunately, even after taking out a couple of items of clothing, I am 1 kg over for my stowed bag (16kg - allowance on the Domestic flights is 15kg) and 2 kilos over with my carry-on (7kg - domestic flight allowance is 5kg)! 


Tomorrow's problem will be to see if I can reduce it even further.








Soo..I spread all my things out on the bed for Heidi to check for me as she is far better than I at culling what is not necessary. Pleasing result, I have actually got mine down to 16kgs too!!!



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  1. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2024 at 6:48 AM

    That is by far the hardest part of the journey. Now go enjoy! Time to live. Have a tone of fun šŸ¤©

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    1. BenjiBiBiJanuary 4, 2024 at 7:52 PM

      Thanks, we will
      Not sure who has left the comment? No Name!!!?

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