Tue, 10/04/2011 - 20:47 — Anonymous When it comes to a weekend away,
packing should be the least of your concerns. Take a few tips from the pros
and start your getaway stress-free. First, don't bring too much.
Over-packing is very common and only leads to more stress and more stuff.
Think about what you need to take with you, add a few things you want to
bring, and then try and cut the end result by one third. Second, don't
over-schedule. Make sure that your getaway is actually a time that you can
get away from the demands, pressure, and stress of your normal life. Put the
blackberry away and make your laptop part of the third you decide not to
bring. Lastly, take a great bag. Only shoes have a more immediate and
positive effect on how carefree and fantastic we feel. To help you find just
the right one, here is a breakdown of the highest rated weekender bags from
ebags.com.1. Vera Bradley Weekender BagPart of the infinitely popular line of
Vera Bradley bags, this weekender comes in a gorgeous colors and patterns.
With a large interior space that opens wide for easy packing, this bag can
easily hold everything you need for a weekend away from home. A variety of
interior pockets provide places to stash the little bits and bobs you don't
want to lose and the removal strap makes it easy to carry, no matter how much
you pack. Voted a Best of the Best selection by eBags.com, this weekender has
just enough space and just enough flair to get your getaway off to a great
start for just under $100. 2. The North Face Isla Weekender BagAvailable in
black/white plaid, fuchsia, and straight black, this bag provides more than
2000 cubic inches in available packing space, which should be sufficient for
any weekend away. Another of the eBags.com Best of the Best recipients, the
North Face weekender is made in part from recycled poly and offers zippered
pockets inside and out to keep you organized throughout your trip. The bag
has standard carry-handles and a detachable strap making it easy to grab and
go when it's time to get out of town. As part of eBags.com "Pick Pink"
campaign, when you purchase this bag a 10% donation is made to the Susan G.
Komen for a Cure Foundation, and it's only $79. 3. The Sak Artist Circle
Convertible Weekender BagTrendier in appearance than the other bags, this
weekender looks like it belongs on the streets of New York City, perched on
the shoulder of someone beautiful who is heading off to the Hamptons.
Constructed of nylon and available in four color/pattern combinations, it has
about the same capacity as the North Face bag with the personality and flair
of the Vera Bradley. Loaded with pockets and zippered pouches, you won't
have a problem finding a place for everything in this Best of the Best bag as
you head out of town, for $72.4. Alla Leather Art Tarantella Weekender
Shoulder BagThis gorgeous leather shoulder bag looks more like a
fashionista's purse than everything she might need for a weekend away.
Available in a variety of colors, it won't fit quite as much as the other
bags, but who needs more clothes when you have such a great bag. Nooks and
crannies for storing your odds and ends are featured throughout the bag and
it can also be found on eBags.com's Best of the Best list. As if style and
leather weren't enough, there is also a special pocket just for sunglasses
ensuring you won't get away without them. This bag runs about
$119./Disclaimers: This post contains affiliate links./
