I came across a list recently that I'd copied down from Leo Babauta's blog including what he'd packed for a recent trip overseas. I find these things inspiring for some reason. :)
Here is Leo's list:
-wear: pants + tee + walking shoes + socks
-workout tee + shorts
-2 extra pairs of socks
-3 extra underwear
-lightweight hoody
-lightweight rain jacket
-laptop, i-phone, cords
-toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, deodorant, clippers, razor
-notebook, pen, bandana, passport
-all in a backpack
I wondered if I could imagine a comparable travel packing list for myself. I haven't tried this list out, but having it thought out really did make me feel incredibly happy, light, + and ready to go! I imagine taking this backpack to Italy +/or France in June or July maybe. :)
So here is my minimal packing list:
wear: breezy pants + tank + leather trainers + hairbands + bobby pin + cardigan
-breezy sleeveless dress + booty shorts (to avoid chafing from lots of walking + heat)
-lightweight pjs (that wash + dry in a flash)
-swimsuit? (depends on destination)
-1-2 pair(s) of socks (just in case, because I don't usually like to wear them)
-2 extra underwear
-lightweight rain jacket (a Houdini?)
-i-phone, cord, adapter
-toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, small comb, razor, lip balm, sunscreen, hairspray, tylenol, allergy pills, possibly tampons (all tiny sized)
-small notebook, pen, water bottle, bandana, sunglasses, passport, credit card, compact/reusable bag
-all in a backpack
I imagine that I'd be ready to walk the piazza, the Louvre, the Pyrenees, or the beach. Washing a couple things in a sink and hanging them to dry over a tub every couple nights would be just fine. I'd try to pack lightweight materials that dry quickly in colors that don't show stains as much (+ don't need to be washed after every wear). I think being a girl with hair makes it so I would need a few more things than a boy without hair...pajamas + a swimsuit + a few more toiletries. :) I'd be ready to try to be as zero-waste as possible with my water bottle, bandana (for a pastry on the go), and reusable bag (for the market). Since reading No Baggage, I feel that traveling with less (but maybe not that much less) is doable. I'd love to give it a try!
What would your minimal packing list + ideal destination be?
Love,
Jane
Here is Leo's list:
-wear: pants + tee + walking shoes + socks
-workout tee + shorts
-2 extra pairs of socks
-3 extra underwear
-lightweight hoody
-lightweight rain jacket
-laptop, i-phone, cords
-toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, deodorant, clippers, razor
-notebook, pen, bandana, passport
-all in a backpack
I wondered if I could imagine a comparable travel packing list for myself. I haven't tried this list out, but having it thought out really did make me feel incredibly happy, light, + and ready to go! I imagine taking this backpack to Italy +/or France in June or July maybe. :)
So here is my minimal packing list:
wear: breezy pants + tank + leather trainers + hairbands + bobby pin + cardigan
-breezy sleeveless dress + booty shorts (to avoid chafing from lots of walking + heat)
-lightweight pjs (that wash + dry in a flash)
-swimsuit? (depends on destination)
-1-2 pair(s) of socks (just in case, because I don't usually like to wear them)
-2 extra underwear
-lightweight rain jacket (a Houdini?)
-i-phone, cord, adapter
-toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, small comb, razor, lip balm, sunscreen, hairspray, tylenol, allergy pills, possibly tampons (all tiny sized)
-small notebook, pen, water bottle, bandana, sunglasses, passport, credit card, compact/reusable bag
-all in a backpack
I imagine that I'd be ready to walk the piazza, the Louvre, the Pyrenees, or the beach. Washing a couple things in a sink and hanging them to dry over a tub every couple nights would be just fine. I'd try to pack lightweight materials that dry quickly in colors that don't show stains as much (+ don't need to be washed after every wear). I think being a girl with hair makes it so I would need a few more things than a boy without hair...pajamas + a swimsuit + a few more toiletries. :) I'd be ready to try to be as zero-waste as possible with my water bottle, bandana (for a pastry on the go), and reusable bag (for the market). Since reading No Baggage, I feel that traveling with less (but maybe not that much less) is doable. I'd love to give it a try!
What would your minimal packing list + ideal destination be?
Love,
Jane
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