Let’s have a more constructive discussion. Between a wallet, phone, charger and a 2-3 sets of clothes, what part is overpacking for a 1 week trip? That much stuff should fit in any adult-sized backpack, with room to bring some destination-specific outerwear if needed.
I suppose that depends on what and how much stuff you need while traveling. New travelers tend to overestimate when answering that question.
Regardless, traveling light is a far superior experience, in my opinion. Hauling possessions around really isn’t the point.
Traveling light and buying everything at your destination are two completely different things. It’s not an imposition to carry a backpack around.
You’re overpacking
Let’s have a more constructive discussion. Between a wallet, phone, charger and a 2-3 sets of clothes, what part is overpacking for a 1 week trip? That much stuff should fit in any adult-sized backpack, with room to bring some destination-specific outerwear if needed.
OK you’re not overpacking