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My favorite items for solo backpacking 🥳
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Dill Goes Solo
I’ve been backpacking full time since September 2025 and these are what I recommend bringing along with you on your next trip!
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Accessories

 
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super clutch for loud clubs or loud snorers in your hostel room
Loop Earplugs
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has come in handy more than you would expect
Small Sewing Kit
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helpful if you're doing water activities regularly like snorkel scuba etc
Waterproof Phone Pouch
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came in handy quite frequently
Portable Nail Care Kit
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for when your nightmare Hostel roommate turns the lights on at 3am
Sleep Eye Mask
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helpful for funky shaped lockers in hostels
Flexible Padlocks
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Clothing

 
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these shoes have taken me through oceans up mountains and everything in between
Teva Platform Sandals
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SO great for cool sun protection
REI UPF Hoodie
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these are the only sneakers i have with me and they work great for all occasions
adidas Women's Handball Spezial Shoes
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my shower shoes AND beach shoes #yup
Havaiana Flip Flops
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Bags

 
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my big backpack!!!! absolute lifesaver and wouldnt trade her for anything
Allpa 42L Travel Pack - Del Día
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my toiletry bag!!! holds literally everything i need (toiletries, meds, AND makeup) with room to spare
LL Bean Toiletry Bag
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this is the backpack i use as my personal item
North Face Borealis Classic Backpack
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this one is a classic
UNIQLO Shoulder Bag
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Various

 
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I swear by this Sunscreen I did not get burned ONCE
Neutrogena Sunscreen
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those Cambodian mosquitos have hate in their spirits
Bug Spray
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