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Traveling Light

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This is my list for packing light and traveling with just a carry on bag. I can stay a month or more when I pack light.
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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.
 
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I always pack a rain jacket. Affiliate link
REI Co-op Trailmade Rain Jacket - Women's | REI Co-op
 
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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
 
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I love these shoes because they are waterproof and comfy.
Women's Siren Edge 3 Waterproof
 
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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
 
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I usually take a couple of pairs of travel pants that dry quickly so I can handwashing and dry them overnight if necessary. These are great for travel. I get them in different colors. Affiliate link
Women's Guide Pro Pants - High Rise
 
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Depending on the season and where I am headed, a couple of pairs of shorts that will dry quickly after washing. These fill my requirements. Affiliate link
Women's Rainier Shorts
 
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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
 
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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
 
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I like to take a skort that I can wear if I need to spiff up just a bit. Fabric is important so I can rinse out and dry quickly. Affiliate link
Women's Traverse Trail Skort
 
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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
 
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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
 
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Even if you’re not going to the beach, a pool or a hot tub might appear and it will be tough to miss the opportunity. I always take a swim suit. Affiliate link
Women's Swimwear | Active Beach & Pool - Eddie Bauer
 
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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
 
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Take an extra bra! Affiliate link
Women's Seamless Medium Support Cami Sports Bra - All In Motion™
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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.
 
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I always take a couple of quick dry microfiber washcloths
Travel Washcloth 2-Pack
 
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Don’t forget your toothbrush and toothpaste. I love these little cases. Affiliate link
Toothbrush Cover - 2ct - up&up™
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I take a mini hairbrush to save space. Affiliate link
Conair Pro Compact Detangling Hair Brush - All Hair - Pink
 
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Great little travel size bottle of shampoo. Affiliate link
Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo - 3.38 fl oz
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And don’t forget the travel size conditioner. Affiliate link
Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Conditioner - 3.38 fl oz
 
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Just in case. Affiliate link
Johnson & Johnson First Aid To Go! Portable Mini Travel Kit - 12pc
 
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Small trial size to save space. Affiliate link
Secret Outlast Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant - 0.5oz - Trial Size
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And I always throw these in! Affiliate link
Kleenex On-the-Go 3-Ply Facial Tissue - 3pk/10ct
 
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I always take these travel size laundry packets in case I need to wash something out.
Tide Travel Sink Packets Size 3ct
 
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Don’t forget to take a little travel size razor. Affiliate link
Rifle Paper Co. + Venus Mini Comfortglide Travel Razor
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This is my favorite facial cleanser, so it always comes along. Affiliate link
All About Clean™ Rinse-Off Foaming Face Cleanser, 5 oz.
 
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And don’t forget your toothpaste. Affiliate link
Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint Toothpaste 4.3oz
 
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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

 
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And then I put it all in packing cubes to stay organized. Affiliate link
7pc Packing Cube Set with Compression
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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
 
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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
 
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I love this little bag for daily use. The security clasps are a nice feature.
Travelon Anti-theft Slim Double Zip Crossbody
 
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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