Clothing Optional (Nice-to-Have Extras)
Thermal underwear, a buff, swim trunks that double as shorts, one nice shirt and a few other extras, with notes on when each one is worth packing.
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One Bag Travel
The packing method: everything fits in a single carry-on, for any trip length. Bags, what goes in them, and the routines that keep them small.
Posts in One Bag Travel
Jackets, Coats and Ponchos, Oh My!
Puffer vs down, rain shell vs poncho, and why three thin layers beat one heavy coat when you are living out of a small backpack.
Laptop Accessories and Alternatives (for Working While Traveling)
The options for working on the road, from a full laptop down to a phone and keyboard, plus the small accessory kit that actually earns its space.
Laundry EVERY Day (It's Not as Bad as It Sounds)
Why washing one set of base layers every day is what makes a three-set wardrobe work, plus the five-minute routine that makes it painless.
Shorts, Pants and Trunks
How to pick the two or three pairs of bottoms that will carry you through hikes, beaches, bars and long flights without filling your backpack.
Space Saving Toiletries (Minimizing Your Pamper Pouch)
Bars instead of bottles, one soap for everything, and buying the rest on arrival: how to shrink your toiletry kit down to a sandwich bag.
The High-Tech Minimalist (Packing List)
Packing recommendations for the high-tech minimalist: lighter, warmer, faster-drying gear so the same tiny pack works in cold and variable climates.
How to Pack for One Bag Travel
One bag travel comes down to three things: materials, methods, and mindset. MindsetMindset is the biggest hurdle, and it plays into everything else,…
One Bag Methods for Minimizing Your Pack
One Bag Methods for Minimizing Your PackOne-bag travelers define specific methods and routines to stay organized and keep their packs to a minimum;…
Choosing the Right Shoes for One Bag Travel
How to Choose the Right Shoes for One-Bag TravelShoes are and likely always will be one of the biggest barriers to minimalist travel; aside from…
Essential One-Bag Travel Accessories
Note: This post is a work in progress, feel free to subscribe if you want to get notified when the post is finished (if ever).Very few items are…
How to Minimize Your Pack for One Bag Travel
Tips for minimizing your pack for first-time one-bag travelers.In this article: 1. Bring Less Clothes2. Bring the Right Clothes3. Pack One Pair of…
What is One-Bag Travel (Deep Dive)
A Deep Dive on One Bag Travel - and why it means different things to different people.One Bag Travel is the art and science of packing light.For…
The Challenges of One-Bag Travel
The Difficulties With One-Bag Travel and When It's NOT A Good FitThere are a ton of benefits of one-bag travel, but it's not always feasible or…
The Benefits of One-Bag Travel
The Primary Benefits of One Bag Travel and Why It's Worth Trying.There are many benefits to one-bag travel, some obvious, and some more subtle; below…
Airline Size and Weight Restrictions by Country, Region, and Airline
Airlines have size and weight restrictions for both carry-on and personal items; and while we've tried to gather the average/common restrictions…
Tips for Drying Clothes While Traveling
Drying Clothes While Traveling: Tips, Tools, and Solutions
The 7 Methods for Doing Laundry While Traveling
The seven methods for doing laundry while traveling, from laundry service to hand washing. We dive into the pros and cons of each method.
8 Things You *Should* Pack for Long-Term Travel
8 things you should consider packing for long-term international travel.
16 Things You Should NEVER Pack
16 things you should never pack for long-term travel.
9 Tips for Packing Fewer Clothes
9 tips for packing fewer clothes for long or short-term travel
The 6 Packing Rules You MUST Follow (for Long-Term Travel)
6 packing rules to use as guidelines for long-term travel.
The Ultimate Guide to Minimizing Your Pack
12 Tips for Keeping Your Pack as Small as PossiblePlease note: this post is geared toward long-term travelers and digital nomads and is not…
Oh My God, Shoes!
Tips and recommendations for packing one pair of shoes for long-term travel.
Top 10 Ways to Minimize Your Pack
The top 10 ways to minimize what you pack for short or long-term travel.
Choosing a Backpack
Bag and backpack considerations for long-term, international and minimalist travel.
Space Saving Items
A list of space saving tools for daily use and minimalist travel. Minimalist products to help minimize and simplify travel.
Convenient Extras (Gear)
A list of convenient extras that make minimalist travel a little easier.
Travel Clothes (What To Look For)
Suggestions for what to look for in travel-specific clothing.
The Minimalist Method
How to pack as efficiently as possible for any long-term travel.
Mostly Minimalist (Packing Recs)
Packing recommendations for the "mostly" minimalist.
Cold Weather Travel
How to keep your pack small when you're expecting cold weather.
What YOU Should Pack..
The title of this post is bit (or very) misleading.. and was really just meant to grab your attention, sorry!How and what you pack will always be…
But I NEED My Laptop
Questions to ask yourself before committing to bringing your laptop.