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Traveling Light
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By
Nancy Merkle
This is how I pack light and travel with just a carry on bag. I can stay a month or more when I pack light.
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Clothing
Personal Care
Packing Supplies
Clothing
I choose clothing that is lightweight and can be layered for the climate. I like fabrics that dry quickly. This list shows my favorites.
I always pack a rain jacket. Affiliate link
REI Co-op Trailmade Rain Jacket - Women's | REI Co-op
I always take a warmer jacket that can pack easily into a pocket, or like this one, becomes a pillow.
Weatherproof Women's Packable Puffer Jacket
I love these shoes because they are waterproof and comfy.
Women's Siren Edge 3 Waterproof
I also like to take a pair of sandals that I can wear to dress up a bit or if the weather gets warm. These are cute and comfy. Affiliate link
Women's Bronnie Perforated Two-Piece Flat Sandals
I love these t-shirts. Great for layering. Wash and dry quickly. Wonderful travel shirt. I usually take a couple in different colors. Affiliate link
REI Co-op Active Pursuits Long-Sleeve T-Shirt - Women's | REI Co-op
Great t-shirt for travel. Comfortable and versatile. Wash and dry quickly. I usually take a couple of these in different colors. Affiliate link
REI Co-op Active Pursuits T-Shirt - Women's | REI Co-op
I like to take a lightweight blouse in case I need to dress up a bit. I like polyester because it’s lightweight and easy to wash.
Timeson Women's Chiffon Blouses for Office
I like a lightweight cardigan for a bit of warmth. This one is very reasonably priced and comfy. Affiliate link
SoSoft Lite Crop Cardigan Sweater | Old Navy
I usually take 4-5 pairs of socks. Affiliate link
Women's 6pk Mary Jane Fold Over Cuff Crew Socks - A New Day™ Black 4-10
Some sleep wear always goes in my suitcase. Affiliate link
Modal Pajama Pants | Gap
Personal Care
All the other things besides clothes that I take along.
I always take a couple of quick dry microfiber washcloths
Travel Washcloth 2-Pack
Don’t forget your toothbrush and toothpaste. I love these little cases. Affiliate link
Toothbrush Cover - 2ct - up&up™
Great little travel size bottle of shampoo. Affiliate link
Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo - 3.38 fl oz
And don’t forget the travel size conditioner. Affiliate link
Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Conditioner - 3.38 fl oz
Just in case. Affiliate link
Johnson & Johnson First Aid To Go! Portable Mini Travel Kit - 12pc
Small trial size to save space. Affiliate link
Secret Outlast Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant - 0.5oz - Trial Size
And I always throw these in! Affiliate link
Kleenex On-the-Go 3-Ply Facial Tissue - 3pk/10ct
I always take these travel size laundry packets in case I need to wash something out.
Tide Travel Sink Packets Size 3ct
This is my favorite facial cleanser, so it always comes along. Affiliate link
All About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Face Cleanser, 5 oz.
And don’t forget your toothpaste. Affiliate link
Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint Toothpaste 4.3oz
And just in case something needs fixing—buttons, seams, or something else, I always have a little sewing kit. Affiliate link
Fiskars Sewing Survival Kit: Travel Size with Tape Measure, Needles, Thread & Scissors, 62 Pieces
Packing Supplies
And then I put it all in packing cubes to stay organized. Affiliate link
7pc Packing Cube Set with Compression
And here is the suitcase I use. Rollers make it easy to carry and it has been allowed as a carry-on bag for every flight I've ever taken. No problems.
Rolling Carry-On
I love this packable backpack for day trips. Folds up in a little bag that fits in my suitcase but unpacks when I need more space. Affiliate link
Stowaway Packable 20l Backpack
I love this little bag for daily use. The security clasps are a nice feature.
Travelon Anti-theft Slim Double Zip Crossbody
No need to take the whole box, but I usually take several quart sized bags just in case I need to put something wet in my suitcase. Affiliate link
Ziploc Slider Storage Quart Bags - 42ct
