Suitcase/backpack for Europe travel, with laptop?
I know there are a million threads regarding taking a suitcase or backpack, but my question has a bit of a twist. I will be spending 5 weeks in Europe, 3 in London doing a summer course for which it's crucial that I have my laptop with me. From there I want to travel around Europe for bit (2 weeks approx). I haven't decided where yet, but in the realm of possibilities is Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, and France. Obviously, I'd only be picking 1 of these countries to go to. I plan on packing very light as the first 3 weeks I'll be close to laundry facilities. Right now I am leaning to a suitcase and a day pack as I will have my laptop as I'm just not sure that I feel comfortable with my laptop stuffed into a backpack. However, my brain keeps telling me, use a backpack, it'll be so much easier! Has anybody ever done a backpack and brought a laptop? Are their any backpacks that you would recommend? Or should I stick with a smaller suitcase?
Packing & Preparation - 1 Answers
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Stick with a smaller suiycase with wheels. With a laptop it might get broke if your pack falls off or someone bumps into it.
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Monday, May 21, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
I'm going somewhere boring with no internet for a long time, my laptop should have.
i'm going somewhere boring with no internet for a long time, my laptop should have...?
this vacation, i'm going to the middle of France. No internet, no tv i understand,... i CAN however take my laptop with me. So i'm planning on downloading something here, put it on my laptop and entertain myself with whatever i downloaded to pass the time. the problem is i don't know what i should download. any ideas? I can download like 40GB or something extra: don't say stuff like 'enjoy France' or anything, i've seen everything there
Other - Computers - 1 Answers
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I would buy/download a digital TV series. You could definitely chew up a good amount of time with that. Also there are plenty of games you could buy or download for free, this would also use up a lot of time. A great game that is cheap is plants vs zombies. Or you could enjoy France. I went to Europe when i was 12 and had a great time.
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this vacation, i'm going to the middle of France. No internet, no tv i understand,... i CAN however take my laptop with me. So i'm planning on downloading something here, put it on my laptop and entertain myself with whatever i downloaded to pass the time. the problem is i don't know what i should download. any ideas? I can download like 40GB or something extra: don't say stuff like 'enjoy France' or anything, i've seen everything there
Other - Computers - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I would buy/download a digital TV series. You could definitely chew up a good amount of time with that. Also there are plenty of games you could buy or download for free, this would also use up a lot of time. A great game that is cheap is plants vs zombies. Or you could enjoy France. I went to Europe when i was 12 and had a great time.
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Monday, May 7, 2012
I brought a laptop for traveling, will it be good enough to play games on?
I brought a laptop for traveling, will it be good enough to play games on?
Hey everyone Normally I either use a Sony Vaio or an apple mac book air. Those are my normal house laptops, although there insured and that I don't really want to take them out the house. But I spend a lot of time outside the house where I need a laptop such as travel ling to see family and Friends and just generally getting away from London. So in this time I need to do something productive or play a game. So As a result I purchased this: http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/uk/en/ho/WF06b/321957-321957-3329742-89318-89318-4149939-4212027.html and I wondered will I be able to play games on it. Also I might just leave it in France when i go to my house there. So i was wondering really a) is it good enough for games? b) is it good enough to be my holiday laptop?
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I think it will suffice but it is kind of bottom shelf so don't expect miracles.
Answer 2 :
its not bad just a little low on stats. it would play some games on completely low settings.,
Answer 3 :
Old games... Yes... Newer games, maybe on their lowest settings. The Intel On board Graphics Processor that comes with that chip kinda sucks... The problem is that Most Video Cards consume large amounts of energy and produce even more heat! Some laptops offer better video but they are expensive and playing games means minutes not hours of battery life!
Answer 4 :
movies,music-good enough for games before 2005 eg need for speed most wanted and some post-2005 ( left 4 dead ) they will be played on the lowest setting available.i had a graphic card that was wayyyyy worse (intel GMA x3100) than the one showed for your laptop but i coulld play the two games mentioned above on low settings.
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Hey everyone Normally I either use a Sony Vaio or an apple mac book air. Those are my normal house laptops, although there insured and that I don't really want to take them out the house. But I spend a lot of time outside the house where I need a laptop such as travel ling to see family and Friends and just generally getting away from London. So in this time I need to do something productive or play a game. So As a result I purchased this: http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/uk/en/ho/WF06b/321957-321957-3329742-89318-89318-4149939-4212027.html and I wondered will I be able to play games on it. Also I might just leave it in France when i go to my house there. So i was wondering really a) is it good enough for games? b) is it good enough to be my holiday laptop?
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I think it will suffice but it is kind of bottom shelf so don't expect miracles.
Answer 2 :
its not bad just a little low on stats. it would play some games on completely low settings.,
Answer 3 :
Old games... Yes... Newer games, maybe on their lowest settings. The Intel On board Graphics Processor that comes with that chip kinda sucks... The problem is that Most Video Cards consume large amounts of energy and produce even more heat! Some laptops offer better video but they are expensive and playing games means minutes not hours of battery life!
Answer 4 :
movies,music-good enough for games before 2005 eg need for speed most wanted and some post-2005 ( left 4 dead ) they will be played on the lowest setting available.i had a graphic card that was wayyyyy worse (intel GMA x3100) than the one showed for your laptop but i coulld play the two games mentioned above on low settings.
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Should I take my laptop with me to Europe.?
Should I take my laptop with me to Europe?
This summer, I am going to be spending two months in Europe. One month will be spent studying at a university in France, and the other month will be spent travelling. I plan to visit the bordering countries of France for 4-5 days a piece and spend my time in hostels. I know that my time as a student I would love to have my laptop for watching DVD's (and workout DVD's so I can workout in my dorm room), talking to my SO, reading and connecting back home via the Internet, and also working part time to make a little extra cash. This all sounds fine and dandy, but I know myself, and I know that when I am in Italy having a nice pasta dinner, I am going to be worried if my laptop is still back at the hostel where I left it. I know the luxury of the internet and a media center at my fingertips would be nice, but I am still having reservations. What do you think? Have you had a similar experience? Thank you for your help!
Other - Destinations - 11 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes
Answer 2 :
most def..if not u will regret it
Answer 3 :
i think that should be up 2 u
Answer 4 :
yes..... but keep it in a save place when you are not using it
Answer 5 :
Unless you plan on carrying it with you everywhere you go plan on losing it. Stuff gets stolen from hostels all the time.
Answer 6 :
hah, why is this on your list of "worries?" yes you should.
Answer 7 :
Buy a secure cable lock that plugs into the back of your Laptop and is then secured around an unmovable object. + most hostels and hotels have some type of valuables safe that you can use for storage. Simply by email check before going. Go Surf & Enjoy
Answer 8 :
yea you will get bord the way there sooo take it trust me its the best choose Hope i help have a greate day
Answer 9 :
yes
Answer 10 :
Why not? I moved to England 5 years or so ago and I always take my laptop with me when I go back to the US. You may be better off using web cafes for internet access but using it for films and stuff will work....the only other option you could consider is a portable DVD player. Very good and a great deal cheaper.
Answer 11 :
Yes, you should have your laptop at your disposal. A security cord works well. Also, I don't know if you rent or own your home. If you do, see if there is a floater that covers your computer while traveling in Europe. (If you are a USAA member their renters policies have this automatically, but you must be in the military or the child of a current member.)
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This summer, I am going to be spending two months in Europe. One month will be spent studying at a university in France, and the other month will be spent travelling. I plan to visit the bordering countries of France for 4-5 days a piece and spend my time in hostels. I know that my time as a student I would love to have my laptop for watching DVD's (and workout DVD's so I can workout in my dorm room), talking to my SO, reading and connecting back home via the Internet, and also working part time to make a little extra cash. This all sounds fine and dandy, but I know myself, and I know that when I am in Italy having a nice pasta dinner, I am going to be worried if my laptop is still back at the hostel where I left it. I know the luxury of the internet and a media center at my fingertips would be nice, but I am still having reservations. What do you think? Have you had a similar experience? Thank you for your help!
Other - Destinations - 11 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes
Answer 2 :
most def..if not u will regret it
Answer 3 :
i think that should be up 2 u
Answer 4 :
yes..... but keep it in a save place when you are not using it
Answer 5 :
Unless you plan on carrying it with you everywhere you go plan on losing it. Stuff gets stolen from hostels all the time.
Answer 6 :
hah, why is this on your list of "worries?" yes you should.
Answer 7 :
Buy a secure cable lock that plugs into the back of your Laptop and is then secured around an unmovable object. + most hostels and hotels have some type of valuables safe that you can use for storage. Simply by email check before going. Go Surf & Enjoy
Answer 8 :
yea you will get bord the way there sooo take it trust me its the best choose Hope i help have a greate day
Answer 9 :
yes
Answer 10 :
Why not? I moved to England 5 years or so ago and I always take my laptop with me when I go back to the US. You may be better off using web cafes for internet access but using it for films and stuff will work....the only other option you could consider is a portable DVD player. Very good and a great deal cheaper.
Answer 11 :
Yes, you should have your laptop at your disposal. A security cord works well. Also, I don't know if you rent or own your home. If you do, see if there is a floater that covers your computer while traveling in Europe. (If you are a USAA member their renters policies have this automatically, but you must be in the military or the child of a current member.)
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