» Traveling With Gadgetry. Perhaps if you are reading this then you are an avid travel blogger and you’re packing a laptop as a gangster packs heat. For those travelers about to embark on a long journey to the great unknown, I have to let you know about why you should invest in one of those wee ten inch laptops before you go. I would refrain from something too flashy and cool as an Ipad.
Those are just too desirable for a thief. If you are planning on purchasing a mp3 player with massive storage, an expensive camera and a flashy hi def video recorder, you should take a deep breath and think about things. You may want to downgrade those three items in favor of adding a mini laptop. The good times don’t stop there. But wait! Why not catch up on emails or a letter to mom?
I like to save pages sometimes with maps and info for my next destination. The usefulness goes on and on, however there are some things to consider. The next thing to look for is battery life. So. Safe Travels, Jay. » 10 Little Goodies Worth Jamming in A Backpack. What is in your backpack? I think I see an anvil in there. Traveling light is the key to being a “backpacker”. You can spend lots of money and pack everything you might need for every instance or you can be smart about it.
A common idea is to take half of what you packed and twice the money you have. We all know that is not going to happen but here are some ideas for the road that will make for a better experience. It is important to remember that you can buy things as you travel. Hotels, hostels, cabanas and guest houses all have the things you need for a good nights sleep. I have done quite a bit of backpacking and tend to travel light.
My top ten list of backpacker goodies. 1. 2.Sarong’s. 3. 4.Cargo shorts/pants. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Everyone has their favorite things and please don’t take this list to seriously. Travel light! Natural First Aid Kit. Cloves. Photo by Elenadan Find out which multitasking natural remedies merit a spot in your backpack. IF YOU’VE COME TO trust in herbal and alternative medicine at home, it can be a hard decision to go back to Pepto-Bismol and Dayquil when you’re getting ready to go abroad. With these 14 items it’s easy to keep up that alternative health kick you’ve been on, even when you’re 5000 miles from home. 1.
This is top of the list because it’s just so damn useful. Echinacea. 2. A powerful antibacterial, antibiotic, and antiparasitical potion. 3. Few things can kill a travel buzz like bad menstrual cramps. 4. All-Heal, Self- Heal and Heal-All are all common names of a plant which has many uses: antibiotic, antiseptic, astringent. Ginger root. 5. Stomach troubles are one of the most common issues among travelers. 6. Arnica is commonly found in two forms, either as a gel( look for Boiron brand) or in homeopathic pellets. 7. Native to Australia, the tea tree plant produces a powerful astringent oil. Packing--Optional Travel Gear--Make life on the road much easier and more comfortable. Toiletries. Back to Packing Lists Toiletries Here's what I brought: I found it easy to limit the number of clothes I brought, but it was very hard for me to give up any of the toiletries I listed. Call it vanity, but I just can't leave the make-up and skin care products at home!
If you can, especially if you're a guy, your toiletries should take up very little space in your pack. I bought 8 oz, 4 oz, and 1 oz plastic containers at Wal-Mart for about 99¢ each. I bought my toiletry bag at K-mart for $9.99. Packing--Electronics--Should I bring them? [Questions to Ask Yourself] [What to Look for in Electronics] [Bringing Your Cell Phone] [Bringing Your Laptop] [ Bringing Your Digital Camera] Should I bring a digital camera? " or "Should I bring my laptop? " or "Is it safe to bring (name of expensive electronic equipment) with me? " These are questions I've asked myself and have been asked by tons of travelers planning their trips to Europe. The answers are not simple, because the answers will be different for each individual. Before bringing your digital camera, camcorder, mp3 player, CD player, cell phone, handheld, laptop, etc. with you, consider the questions listed below.
Questions to ask yourself before leaving home with a piece of electronics. Will I be feel "lost" if I don't have my piece of electronics with me? What to look for in electronics Bringing your cell phone I don't bring a cell phone with me when I travel. For more information about calling cards and cell phone costs, please check out my Keeping in Touch page. Packing--Seasonal Packing Lists--Fall/Winter--Spring/Summer. [Fall/Winter Packing List] [Spring/Summer Packing List] Clothes for travel in Fall/Winter October-March: 1 pair jeans 1 pair light-weight trousers (in a neutral color--khaki, black, or navy) 1 pair leggings, pajama bottoms, or light sweat pants and 1 sleep shirt (whatever you sleep in) 1-2 button-up-front long sleeve shirt 1-2 long sleeve t-shirts 1-2 short sleeve t-shirts 1 sweatshirt 1 PolarTec fleece Jacket* 1 water resistant/windproof jacket (can be layered over PolarTec fleece)* gloves and scarf/headband 1 pair black silk long underwear (top & bottoms) 4-6 pairs underwear 4-5 pairs socks 2 bras (most guys shouldn't need this item :-) 1 pair "hiking" boots or good walking shoes * These two jackets can be substituted with a Gortex anorak/coat/jacket that is suitable for temperatures between 50ºF to 30ºF (10ºC to -1ºC).
Clothes for travel in the Spring/Summer (April-September): Detailed list of the toiletries I brought. Detailed list of the clothes and other stuff I packed. Packing--How to choose a backpack. Okay, since this site has the word backpack in the title, I guess it seems rather self-evident that a backpack is rather useful when you're backpacking. But the question does arise (or at least it did for me) "What kind of backpack should I use? " Well, as with everything else there is no one set answer to this question. When considering the purchase of a backpack you should keep several things in mind: Your backpack should be comfortable enough to allow you to carry at least 20-30 pounds.
When trying out different styles ask the sales person for weights to put inside pack so that you'll have an idea of what 30 pounds feels like on your back. Your backpack should be proportional to body size (your pack shouldn't be so large that you and couple of your closest friends could fit inside). People under 5'6" inches should try to make sure their backpack in no taller than 22 inches--taller backpacks will hit the back of your head. Packing--Packing Tips--How to travel light and right! For special packing advice for female travelers go to my Women Travelers page. For a list of what is permitted in carry on luggage check the FAQ section here: My Favorite Packing Helpers Places to Buy Packing Aids eBags.com Save on backpacks, luggage and travel gear.
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Travel Tip:Make sure your shoes are well "broken in" before you leave for your trip. You do not want to start off your trip by developing blisters all over your feet. [Walking Shoes/Hiking Boots] [Sport Sandals] Keep your feet happy by wearing comfortable, practical, and durable shoes. Beyond comfort, having shoes that can be worn in many scenarios is also important. For this reason, I generally do not suggest people bring tennis shoes/trainers for their main pair of travel footwear, especially if you are only bringing one pair of shoes with you. Why? Walking Shoes/Hiking Boots What to look for in a walking shoe/hiking boot: neutral color (solid black or brown) waterproof or water resistant construction good, comfortable foot-bed, suitable for your arch or lack thereof rubber soles with good traction to prevent slipping shoes with metal grommets for laces to go through light-weight shoes What to avoid in a walking shoe/hiking boot: Some brands to consider: Columbia Dr.
Sport Sandals. Women Travelers--Backpacking on a Budget. Eagle Creek Pack-It Folder 15" And receive 10% Off* your first purchase! Please enter a valid email address (e.g. name@domain.com) Also Get Steal of The Day Alerts We're sorry but there was an issue processing your request Thanks for becoming an eBags Insider! Look for your exclusive email savings. *Prices as marked. Certain brand restrictions apply. » Sacrificial Wallet – Dummy Wallet – Fake Wallet. Home » Gear, General Stuff, Road Rules, What's in the Bag? 30 May 201017,782 viewsNo Comment What is a sacrificial wallet? A sacrificial wallet or dummy wallet is a fake wallet that you don’t mind losing to a thiefit’s not something you carry like a moron to trigger a theft, but it’s your most conspicuous valuable to a thief or pickpocket What do you carry in a dummy wallet? It should be realistic enough to be convincingmaybe keep 20 bucks in this wallet so you can even use it in local markets or for small purchases – this just adds to the credibility if a thief is watching youperhaps pictures of fake pet/girlfriend/relative, expired ID or bank cardbusiness cards and coupons from local attractionsuseless receiptsdenominations of foreign currency of low value are also good items for the decoy wallet, Turkish lira etc.
What to do if confronted by a mugger? If you are the victim of a pickpocket, no big deal – 20 bucks max loss and a bunch of junk with no potential for identity theft. Loading ... Zipped baggage is not safe! GLOBALBUM.COM.