what to wear Travel Guides

January is Tokyo's coldest month, with dry, sunny days and chilly winds. To stay comfortable, pack lightweight thermal layers, a warm down or wool coat, and slip-resistant shoes. Learn how locals dress and what to leave behind with this practical guide.

Packing for Tokyo means preparing for humidity, indoor temperature swings, and a culture that values modest, polished layers. This guide breaks down what to wear across all four seasons, with practical advice for temple visits, slip-on shoes, and building a capsule wardrobe that handles both city walking and nights out.

April in Zurich brings changeable weather, with mild days and chilly evenings. This guide focuses on layering, waterproof footwear, and practical accessories to keep you comfortable while exploring the city.

Zurich in December is a festive city of Christmas markets and snowy lake views. With temperatures near freezing and possible icy pavements, your packing strategy revolves around warmth and traction. A heavy winter coat, thermal layers, waterproof boots, and cozy accessories are essential for comfortable days exploring and long evenings outdoors.

February in Zurich blends cold, fog, occasional snow, and the onset of Carnival. Your packing strategy focuses on breathable layers for shifting between icy streets and warm indoor venues, plus waterproof footwear for slush. This guide covers every essential, from base layers to accessories, and offers a week-long packing example.

May in Zurich brings mild days, cooler evenings, and the chance of showers. Pack light layers, a denim jacket or trench, and comfortable walking shoes. Our guide covers outfits for sightseeing, lakeside strolls, and evenings, with practical tips for staying dry.

Zurich in September brings warm afternoons and crisp evenings, so layering is key. From merino wool base layers to a waterproof jacket and comfortable closed-toe shoes, here's what to pack for the city and day trips.

Zurich’s weather can swing from cold mornings to warm afternoons, and your packing needs to keep up. This guide covers layering, footwear for wet cobblestones, city style, and how to dress for higher-altitude day trips.

Packing for Amsterdam is about flexibility. Build a layered, water-resistant wardrobe that adapts to sudden showers, cool evenings, cobblestones, and cycling. This guide covers year-round essentials, season-specific advice, footwear, style notes, and a compact packing method.

Packing for Ghent means preparing for cobblestones, cycling, and rain in any season. This guide covers footwear, layering, rain gear, and seasonal adjustments, with a sample list for a short trip.

Rotterdam's maritime climate means wind, rain, and shifting weather throughout the year. This guide covers essential layering pieces, waterproof gear, and comfortable footwear for walking and cycling—plus season-specific advice and what to leave behind.

Utrecht's weather can shift through all four seasons in a single day, so packing layers and rain gear is essential. This guide covers what to wear for cycling, cobblestones, and canal walks, with season-specific advice and a capsule packing example.