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Packing Light and Right
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items I may pack light but I still pack a lot. It's magic.
I aim for convenience and ease of use.
I don't like lugging too much stuff around.
Through trial and error, here's everything I bring and use.
I aim for convenience and ease of use.
I don't like lugging too much stuff around.
Through trial and error, here's everything I bring and use.
Sections
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In my personal bag
In my carry on
In my personal bag
I won't include my make up here. I only ever bring one lippie and concealer.
This Uniqlo dumpling bag was my best impulse purchase. I've been to several countries and this is my near bottomless personal bag. It's faux leather so it can get rained on and it wouldn't get ruined. It's also bigger than the nylon version. I fit so...
FAUX LEATHER ROUND SHOULDER BAG - UNIQLO
This is my alternative for my dumpling bag. I chose this for the number of pockets it has. Anddddd, you can shove an entire water bottle in between. When traveling, you already know you need to be hydrated.
Topologie Bottle Sacoche Medium
I bought one from Singapore and I've never left the country without hanging one from my bag. I use this for train and bus cards. It's just so convenient to just yank it around without having to reach for my wallet.
Retractable ID Badge Holder
When I went to Taiwan, the locals were all hands free while walking. I got influenced and bought several colors. They really were onto something. This is very useful specially for women with no pockets. I usually just attach my ID holder (train card ...
Phone Lanyard
Who brings an entire perfume bottle when traveling? Not me. I'd rather not risk spills or breakage. I pick two of my perfumes to decant and just pop these in my bag or my toiletry bag. Smelling bad is never an option. Basically, all of my toiletries ...
Atomizer Perfume Spray Bottle
This is a splurge, I know. But you can also get the Secrid Wallet for the same purpose. I will never be a huge wallet girl. When abroad, I don't bring my membership cards with me. I have my bank cards in this holder and my cash in my pocket (always s...
Pocket Organizer Monogram Canvas - Men - Louis Vuitton
I fit so much in my bag because everything is flat, including my alcohol spray. In the world full of germs, make sure to always spray your hands and every surface you have to touch. This bottle is easily refillable, doesn't leak and fits in the tinie...
Flat Alcohol Spray Bottle
We're still doing the flat thing. This powerbank is magnetic. I can't be bothered with all the wires. This is also airplane friendly.
Anker 621 Magnetic Portable Charger
When traveling, you better be ready for whatever weather. This has come in handy a number of times, specially during summer in Asia. The random rains there are crazy. This is only water resistant, not waterproof but it does okay. Better than nothing.
POCKETABLE UV PROTECTION PARKA - UNIQLO
I know this is an Asian thing, but I use umbrellas for the sun and heat too, not just the rain. Sun damage is real and very dangerous, it also ages you!
Mini Umbrella
This may seem random but I bring a couple of resealable bags with me. You'll never know when it might rain or you'll get wet in one of your adventures so it's a good idea to put your documents and passport inside one. An emergency trip to the embassy...
Resealable Bag
You always need a wipe even if you think you don't.
Impossibly Compact Travel Wipes
I think this is actually the mirror you stick on to your side mirrors but it has a new purpose now. Selfies. I use this for fish eye photos in my travels. Can also be used as a regular mirror 😉
Mini Convex Mirror
In my carry on
I've never had wheeled luggage in my travels. I bring a backpack instead.
I have a version of this that's already sold out and I can't find its listing anymore. I bought it for $45 and it's been with me for 3 years and counting. It says it's 45L but I can't be too sure. My aversion to wheeled luggage stems from not wanting...
MATEIN Carry on Backpack
This is bigger than my Matein, it's literally half my size at 44L, although I'm pretty short. This comes with its own tracking system, not quite an AirTag or Tile but at least it's there. It has a lot of space inside but it lacks structure.
Cabin Zero Backpack
If you're not too fussed about getting your clothes wrinkly, this is a must. I manage to put a week's worth of clothes into a backpack with this system. It requires a bit of elbow grease when trying to zip it closed.
Packing Cubes
As an alternative to packing cubes, you can also use these. No need for hand pump. These are more forgiving on your clothes, if done right, you won't need to iron them again.
Compression Bags for Travel
I've never been to an airport that hasn't checked my toiletry bag. So it's a must that I use a clear one for easy checking. I put my toiletries in one and my chargers/ cords in another. I dislike using cloth pouches because I like knowing what's insi...
Clear Toiletry Bag
This might be overkill for some but this is so useful when traveling to different parts of the world. This adapter has 4-USB ports and AC outlet plug converters for US/UK/AU/EU/Asia. You don't have to worry about bringing or buying the correct one pe...
TravelWorld Adapter GaN85
Bring a hilariously long charger cable with you at all times. Sometimes, hotel wall sockets are loose or oddly placed and nothing is more inconvenient than having to charge your phone away from you when you just want to doomscroll or edit your photos...
USB C Cable
I would rather die than go barefoot in a hotel shower or pool area. Instead of bringing slippers AND walking sandals, just buy a pair that can be both. These Japanese sandals are very comfortable for long walks. It's also not bulky and can be shoved ...
Montbell Lock On Sandals