I Asked ChatGPT to Make a Packing List for Copenhagen-Here Are 14 Items It Forgot That Almost Ruined the Trip

"Although I often write about packing and have it down to a science, I decided to try a little travel experiment. Before our trip, I asked ChatGPT to create a packing list for seven days in Copenhagen. At first glance, it appeared to have great suggestions, and ones that were pretty aligned with my tried-and-true list. However, upon further inspection, there were some recs that I immediately threw out-plus, a few that I didn't realize were off-base until visiting Copenhagen for myself."

"This one is less of a mistake and more of an omission by ChatGPT-but it did not specify what kind of suitcase to bring for your trip to Copenhagen. As a carry-on-only traveler (especially for European vacations that can require lots of luggage toting), I know that it's crucial to choose my luggage wisely."

"The Flex is great because it expands to offer a bit more room, while remaining overhead-bin-friendly, making it ideal for travelers who want flexibility without sacrificing the convenience of carry-on-only travel."

A travel writer and her sister took their first trip together to Copenhagen, where the writer tested ChatGPT's packing list recommendations against her professional travel expertise. While the AI-generated list appeared initially sound with suggestions aligned to the writer's established packing methods, closer examination revealed significant gaps and inaccurate recommendations. Some items were immediately discarded, while others proved problematic only after arriving in Copenhagen. The writer identified ChatGPT's failure to specify appropriate luggage types as a critical omission, particularly regarding carry-on suitcase selection. For Scandinavian travel, expandable carry-on luggage that maximizes overhead bin space while providing flexibility proves more practical than rigid alternatives.

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