Backpack family trip

Buying Guide: Backpack for a Family Outing

Why are parents such good Tetris players? Because spare clothes, diapers, wipes, changing mats, toys, pacifiers, disinfectant wipes, medication, and the favourite stuffed animal are just some of the essentials that mums and dads need to pack for their little treasures. Even short trips with the kids sometimes feel like half the household is coming along. 

Despite the packing skills of many parents, regular backpacks quickly reach their limits—either they offer hardly any storage space or few organisational options. A Kapten & Son backpack for family outings, on the other hand, provides ample space and a smart layout for optimal luggage organisation. 

What should a good family backpack include?

To have everything quickly at hand in the car or on the beach, your backpack for a family outing should definitely have numerous inner and outer pockets. Wipes and tissue or the water bottle should be easily accessible in case of an accident and can best be stored in the outer pockets. A padded laptop compartment reliably protects the family tablet from damage or dirt. 

Since family outings, especially outdoor activities, can quickly get messy, we recommend a backpack made from water-repellent, durable materials. They are easy to clean and still look smart even after several outings. Models like the Kapten & Son Banff backpack, with their 28 - 35-litre capacity, an extra shoe compartment, rain cover, and ripstop materials, are ideal as a family backpack. 

Conclusion: Family Outing Backpack Checklist

Here are some points to consider when purchasing a new family backpack: 

• at least 26 litres capacity 

• robust, easy-to-clean materials 

• outer pockets that can hold a water bottle or an umbrella 

• padded laptop compartment 

• good internal layout