10 Essential Travel Packing Tips & Hacks - Minimalist Traveling

[@ExploringAlternatives]

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[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

Exploring Alternatives you can also get solid shampoo to avoid bringing dr bronners liquid soap 😊

[@jleviathan9766]

Haha carrying a bar of soap has helped me a whole lot. No trouble with liquids at airports and you can just use it to wash literally anything, instead of packing multiple little bottles of shampoo, body wash, etc etc, really convenient and takes up practically no space whatsoever, can even fit it in my pocket lol

[@Maraaha55]

Jules Leviathan and - guess what - it's what we did in the olden days 😆

[@silviahoard2412]

Which bar soap do you use?

[@BaileyAllen14]

If I can back ANYTHING in this video, it’s dr. broners soap. It’s SO SO SO versatile, good for hair, body, laundry, dishes, ETC and it lasts forever, especially since you //need// to dilute it!

[@shaun6828]

I like to put it in a travel size mouthwash bottle. They're cheap, durable, designed to contain a thin liquid, and the childproof caps help prevent the lids from coming loose accidentally... At least those bottles work better than any others I've found so far. Lotions or thicker liquid soap seems fine in a silicone / soft plastic squishy bottle... For extra small bottles, I've re-used those little hand sanitizer bottles. Good for holding quite a bit worth of face washing soap or lotion.

[@carmengarrison1314]

To bathe when you don't have access to facilities instead of wet wipes: Fill small zip lock baggie with 1/4 cup of warm water. Add 4 to 5 drops lavender essential oil. Add travel wash cloth - we get the really thin ones that dry super fast. Purge air, seal and agitate so wash cloth soaks up the water. Remove cloth and gently squeeze. Start with face, then scalp, then wash everything else. No rinse needed and you will feel and smell fantastic when you are done. Hang baggie and towel to dry, re-use next time.

[@galelascala105]

Great tip!

[@ExtraJexi]

Oil and water do not mix. Using essential oil without diluting or using an emulsifier can lead to sensitization or Allergic Contact Dermatitis. I learned from experience to practice safe essential oil usage. You could add some baby wash to the bag.

[@MoonaGhost_kitty]

Essential oil should not be used on the face!

[@angr268]

scan your passports and mail them to yourselves, anything happens you can have acces to them with your phone or at any local cheap cyber cafe

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Great advice! Thanks for sharing this with everyone :)

[@CharlieGosh]

I carry multiple color photocopies for everyone of the photo page in different luggage pieces. The most important detail for getting a replacement is the passport NUMBER so put that in your cellphone contacts and take a photo, too.

[@bonniea8189]

I would NOT recommend sending your personally identifiable information in any unencrypted electronic communication. If you're going to use an electronic method of carrying your passport/ID or any other PII with you, make sure it's encrypted. Google how to send an encrypted email with your particular email service or app.

[@windwaik3r689]

Agreed, unless you know what you're doing don't email these things. Thousands of people have their information stolen if they use this method. Not to mention many Western countries are picky about passports these days and simply won't accept electronic variants unless carried through an official government channel. And a cheap cyber cafe with an unsecured network is just one way this can occur.

[@dawncadee1877]

Angr. 268 ii

[@aaronhowell2011]

Hey guys! Please remember, the UV pen is great and helps with pathogens. You need a filter for heavy metals. I use a 22oz ZeroWater Tumbler, but Brita has a good bottle too!

[@yahoodlums]

I recommend using a kindle paperwhite as your e-reader. You should be able to download all of your books as pdfs or ebooks. It's easier on the eye than an iPod and the battery life is ridiculous. Love your channel. Please keep up the good work!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for watching @ray dollars :) Great suggestion about the e-reader! We're going to see how the eBook and audio book experiment works (I'm pretty attached to physical books lol) but if we decide that it's a good long term solution then I'll look into getting a used one. Happy exploring!!

[@arckocsog253]

ray dollars The reading experience is almost the same. Once you get lost in a book, you don't notice the difference. Also, old kindles come with an option to listen to audiobooks. You can pick up a good used Kindle for $50 on ebay.

[@annelisabethcom]

Exploring Alternatives, I used to use a Touch for reading e-books. I stopped when I realized it messed up my sleep. Went to a Kobo and have never looked back.

[@alexbunn1905]

Well yes a zip lock bag will keep splash off, but that doesn’t make it waterproof. As a kayaker I’ve learned this from friends. If you need something that is actually waterproof you can get water sports specific waterproof pouches, which although are a bit more bulky than a zip lock bag are actually a lot more effective

[@GlammyBee]

Great video! I know Audible sponsors your channel, but for people trying to save money, many libraries not only offer ebooks but they're now offering audio books as well. I download both formats to my phone from my library and it's great since I'm already carrying my phone anyway.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Glammy Bee thank you for sharing this comment! Yes, we've got free audio and ebooks at our library as well! Audible only sponsored that one part of the video (not the whole channel) but I still mentioned the free ebooks so that people know there are alternatives. One thing I have noticed, with my library at least, is that there are long wait times and/or a lack of selection in audio books (maybe because it's a new service?) so it's nice to know that there's more than one place to get audio books. Thanks so much for watching!

[@robintess7981]

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[@treefloraken8263]

I recommend soap berries, aka soap nuts. They are a great way to wash clothes!

[@photophil]

I like that you try to reduce waste, very environmentally conscious, great! :)

[@jessibertic5084]

such a great video! Haha we do EXACTLY the same thing.. we have metal lunch boxes, water bottles, bring our own grocery bag.... the part I found to be most useful is the natural health remedies. I definitely am a natural health type person. I would love to see a video that goes just a little bit more in depth on staying healthy naturally while travelling!

[@horseenthusiast9903]

I do all my laundry by hand, and I just use Dr. Bronner’s soap for it. It works well, even with the washboard, so you could cut down the space by not taking a big laundry bar.

[@otterwhitewaterider7812]

excellent advice in a neat, concise presentation! thank you so much!

[@tigriss007]

Amen to not being able to read and travel! I love my audible for that purpose and listening while doing yard work. Ebooks are the way to read and carry books period!

[@munnak3695]

I really genuinely like you two.

[@TheLotusrising]

Thanks for video, I was so happy to hear about the SteriPen as when we go to South America for a month we always have to drink bottled or pop so great option to explore. Matt mentioned he was weary of the dry shampoo so wanted to mention Lush has a shampoo soap, so it is a dry soap bar that turns into shampoo when wet and it feels great

[@ChasingEverywhere]

Been binging on travel hack videos this week. Super helpful, thank you guys!

[@MichelleNovalee]

Psyllium husks for constipation. Works incredibly fast and all natural! Just carry some in a little jar with you and mix with water.

[@BMad-we6qf]

Found the first aid/health tips especially helpful. Thank you

[@fun2knowme]

We travel by air to cities, Rv by land to country sides, sailing adventures, foreign travels..love your advice..not wacky like lots of extreme travelers

[@fineassamyfresh2387]

I totally appreciate your segment on getting ill while travelling! I have gottent sick while travelling and I now also bring oregano oil!!

[@DessertGeek]

For travel I've become a huge fan of polyester/wrinkle resistant dresses. I have a few by local designers that are ridiculously lightweight, can crumple into tiny balls in my pack, and make me look put together even when I don't necessarily feel like it. (Because sometimes you need to look nice with five minutes' warning while on vacation.)

[@ExploringAlternatives]

That's smart! I'm glad you've found a solution that works for you and your travel style! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@chrisi8605]

Seattle Dessert Geek if you want to splurge try silk dresses for hot climates! :) I had a long sleeve one that felt like I was wearing nothing in hot humid climate. totally more breathable than polyester :)

[@kymmoulds]

I'm traveling to India in October for a 2 week motorcycle trip and I learnt a few good tips from your video. Thank you very much for taking the time to produce it. Cheers.

[@RVingLiveTheDream]

We have been traveling 8 years and have most of this stuff. Love the collapsing water bottle and the water Purifier

[@IndigoBluelife]

LOVE TRAVELING MINIMALISTIC!!! I travel only with a 20 litter backpack. and its the BEST!!!

[@TGFTheGuidingFactor]

Nice and informative!!..

[@ar2nl]

congratulations! very practical and helpful your video. And you speak very clear and not too fast (very important for an international audience of non-native speakers of English). Go on amigos!

[@amamalala]

100% with you on the Souvenirs. My post card collection is amazing for memories and framed in the family portrait gallery. NO knick knacks allowed. Very nice information. Thanks.

[@grzesiek2321]

Thanks for the tips, I'm testing my minimalist travel setup right now. Things I think are handy: waterproof poncho, small first aid kit, multitool, small repair/survival kit, foldable basin(gearbest) and powerbank :)

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for sharing your favourite minimalist packing items. Those are all great suggestions! I hadn't seen that foldable basin before. Looks really cool!! Take care and happy exploring!

[@SpencerStanley]

Awesome video guys!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks Spencer!

[@FoxesontheGo]

Thanks for the tips. We travel quite a bit but could always use advice to make our travels easier and packing more efficient. - Michelle :)

[@JS-wl3gi]

That UV Pen is way cool. A lot of great tips. Glad to see the both of you.

[@ariageraghty]

Will you do a video on the types of food you can bring? No nuts and produce takes away 90% of my go to snacks some other idea would be helpful!

[@noseycritters]

Great ideas. As a life long sufferer of motion sickness I would love to see more ideas on that.

[@hieronymusboschful]

I absolutely agree about the postcards, that is what I do too. I do try and buy a book at each major destination though, for me it is a perfect souvenir, as I get something from a local writer. And if I can’t add to my luggage I just post it home.

[@sikantis61]

Audible is something great and congrats on having them as a sponsor. I love your tips and have taken a lot of notes on your vid.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for your positivity (and for watching)! :)

[@azmiazmi3768]

bring your own groceries bag is new things to me. thank you for the idea. definitely will put into must-thing-to-bring

[@bgarretson5392]

i am a huge fan of your channel (Your channel is the first one I check for updated videos and watch the most),I haven't made that leap to the van life but the more videos I watch the more I am considering it, I am trying to go from asking how can I make more money to what i can do to live a happier life style anyway keep doing what your doing and I look forward to seeing more awesome videos

[@lilacfunk]

The suppository was a new thing I learnt! Good one!

[@JetskiDex]

I love this! Keeping things nice and cheap just the way I like it!

[@ChiChi-iz6xz]

This is the first time that we see your videos. Very beautiful, professional, and simple and easy to understand and learn from. Thank you very much for the effort and work that you put in. Happy travels.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback, I'm happy you found our video helpful! Have a great day :) :)

[@marienenetharagones3716]

Great tip and awesome video. I usually don't like sponsored videos buy yours is an exception. Now I am getting excited to try Audible. Cheers guys!

[@marienenetharagones3716]

Oh by the way, I love the fact that you have written everything you have said in the description box below...so grateful about it....Thanks!

[@ricardotclarke]

I'd add that for clothing, try fast drying options, usually lighter and great if you need to re use them the following day

[@DonnaDoveWinters]

I agree. Get fast-drying undergarments, if anything

[@JenShea]

Great tips 😊. I got into Audibles a couple of years ago because I do a lot of road trips and enjoyed listening while I was driving... AND because I could enjoy a story while my husband was asleep (thanks headphones). I not only sent postcards home when I was in Europe this winter, I collected them for myself. Inexpensive and easy to pack! I like the solid soaps (thanks Lush) for traveling... for one thing, it isn't a liquid if you are flying... and they last a really long time but the Dr. banners is great too because of the environment. As for the health tips. It's great that you shared these (people can do their own research if they are sceptical, or stick to pharmaceuticals...) BUT, I can say, for certain, the oils WORK! I've been using OIL of OREGANO since 2004, ever since my mother-in-law gave it to me when I had a cold and I can tell you that I have NEVER had a full blown cold since except one time when I was out of it and couldn't get any where I was. It's always in my purse and it WORKS!!

[@jojo_is_a_go5893]

Powdered toothpaste! Only other thing I could think of. Perfect vid.

[@artistknownasfinn1691]

I mentioned on another youtube video, but grab a water nebulizer/mister. I make my own disinfecting spray that's alcohol based. You use the same oils I do to make a mix for odor control clothes, deodorant, antibiotic, fungus killer. And unlike the aerosol disinfectant sprays that waste multiple cans you can reuse the nebulizer on your body and still use it to cool yourself off with. Great video.

[@powercouplecritics]

Thanks guys it was really helpful

[@Dervishcolorado]

Just thought I would add something I picked up over the last few years traveling. Instead of carrying both the detergent bar and the Dr Bronner, just carry some Dr Bronner bar soap, you can use it to clean your clothes and yourselves. Lighten the load a bit. Great video, safe travels

[@loganholmberg2295]

FYI another good tip for ebooks, is that if you own the Kindle version of a book you can usually get the Audible version of the book for $3 to $6. Go to the match maker at this link www.amazon.com/gp/audible/matchmaker. Great way to get both versions of a book and save allot of money.

[@Susazeu]

I usually pack a small ipad instead of the ipod touch so I can store music, photos and books in epub format.

[@yohanalisa4824]

thankyou! such an informative and a very helpful one! you guys also explained it clearly so its not confusing at all and i understand it right away! (non-english audience here). No more having hard times on doing my packing for traveling!

[@mcrfreako1011]

i would suggest investing in a protective case for your ipod. Since thats holding pictures, maps, etc its very important that it doesn't break or get water damage!

[@jocelynwolters293]

Enjoyed these tips. A great alternative to wet wipes are Norwex wash cloths. We use the baby type for travel as they are smaller. But all of them have an antibac property and are self sanitizing thereby reducing waste and washing.

[@captaindingbat]

Fabulous video. Never thought about the pencil case to store things and I really like the idea of the audio books. I too, get awful travel sickness if reading when travelling, never even considered audio books! Love your channel. Xxx

[@treefloraken8263]

I’m curious about the Fels Naptha. First, couldn’t you use the Dr. Bronners to wash clothing, and just skip the FN? Or is there something about it that makes it better for clothing? Also, how do you used the FN? do you grate it, or just rub it on the clothes? I have a recipe to make laundry soap with it, but I’m curious if it would work fine just on it’s own. Do you have a washboard that you use, or just your hands?

[@MsMorganThorne]

If you're not crazy about suppositories, magnesium supplements will do the same thing (taken orally), they take a day or so to work :) I love laundry soap bars and also bring shampoo bars with me - they can double as soap too. Saves on weight and space. In Central America, I always carried a metal mug, which I could use to heat up water on the stove for tea/coffee. I found it was essential for some hostels and works over a camp fire too. My boyfriend loves audio books and we listened to them a lot on our recent trip to Guatemala when the hostels had bad wifi (or when we were too far away from civilization). I'm one of those who loves physical books, but I'm starting to get into the audio books :) Great video, it's always good to see other people's tips!

[@mountainwit]

Great tips, especially about reducing waste as you travel. For water treatment, I also like to bring a mini filter, since it can remove bad taste/smells/sediment from water as well as making it safe to drink. We used a double-up system in SE Asia with filter first, then UV treatment, and were able to drink tap water everywhere without any problems. When once we used only the UV, the water was safe but tasted like a sewer! So we filtered it, and it came out fresh and clean.

[@skyblue-lb9kr]

Most excellent, practical tips!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks! Happy you found them helpful :)

[@site_alpha_Liberty_Cat]

TIp's for traveling with pill's/medication: 1) Little "dime bag's"(Walmart craft isle) to pills in & label the bags with Dynamo or tape. 2) Credit card fan style zipper wallet to organize pills bags. 3) Keep a hard copy of any prescription medication data in your wallet & like your passport and DL take a picture & store it on your phone. 4) Small eye droppers can be purchased online in bulk inexpensively. Reducing the bulk traveling helps. Bonus: I find ear drops with grapefruit seed extract with tea tree oil to be essential before pre-flight personally and a small spray bottle is a misty shower on the run. -Safe Travel Jotting

[@nigel-san2843]

Great video, very practical. The only thing I would say is stay away from wet wipes. They are do not degrade and cause problems sewer and septic systems. They often block up pumps which is very costly to unblock. Even to so called flushable wipes! Maybe you could use a small shamy style towel instead which is compact, easy to clean after use and reusable.

[@vng75]

Very practical and much appreciated.

[@nayad3770]

I used to recommend backpacking purifiers for people travelling. Now I live in Vietnam and I recommend buying bottled water because purifiers, especially UV ones, don't get rid of heavy metals and other industrial chemicals. This depends on where you are travelling to, but for areas with heavy industry (Asia), buy large water bottles to refill your smaller ones or look for restaurants, hotels or hostels that have a filter or large re-usable water bottles and re-fill from those.

[@FuZandy]

Thank you guys for sharing!

[@KombuchaPrincess]

I love sending post cards home when I travel.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Yeah, it's a great way to say hi and show you care without buying and carrying a bunch of extra weight :)

[@nicholashatch1190]

Kombucha Princess in addition to showing friends and family that you care, postcards make great, inexpensive souvenirs. Find a card for the places you go, write about what you experienced there, and mail it home. It will receive a postal date stamp so you will remember when and where you were. These make a great addition to scrapbooks or memory boxes,and what you write will help you recall your experiences more vividly even years later

[@lisasebros]

Exploring Alternatives Postcards are my all-time favorite and the best souvenir... unless you go to Guatemala and there's no more postal service (we mailed the cards from home, wayyyy less cool). What I love bringing home are edible souvenirs that I know will get eaten quite fast: coffee, chocolate, beans... or "useful" things: a cooking spoon we had to buy bc the hostel didn't have any utensils, a typical blouse that matches my wardrobe... I love it when everyday items remind me of my travels, it makes the holidays longer :)

[@lisah.2900]

Great video! That Steripen is so cool! Those suppositories are a great idea too - I think we have all been in that particular traveller's conundrum at one point or another.

[@Infinite_Curiosity00]

Didn't know usb rechargeable headlamps were a thing. I'm always trying to use less batteries. Also the passport in the zip lock. Good idea. Will start carrying some for general use. Thanks for the tips!

[@0HARE]

Thanks for all the great tips. They are very well researched and presented. We already do many of these things. I'm interested in the bar of laundry soap. I have never seen this in a store. Is there a brand I can look for? Happy Trails

[@eliaelhabre]

Hey guys, I really like the video - thanks for uploading. As to the water purifier, I wouldn't recommend that option versus buying bottled water. As a resident in a country where you can't drink tap water, bottled isn't only free of viruses/bacteria but also from toxins, which wouldn't be eliminated with the purifier.

[@sundogstudioArt]

What brand of laundry soap bar are you using? I also rely on hand-washing my clothes when I travel (Icebreakers Merino wool T-shirts are AMAZING). I like the idea of using a bar because of weight and restrictions on liquids. Happy Trails and thanks for sharing.

[@ranadeed2309]

Excellent tips for books. I'm still a newbie on this. Usually I just carry one book on the plane and if i am instrested of reading a new book I. Would buy one in the countries I visited.

[@reenamathew8343]

Excellent Video!

[@dianefilteau5199]

Really helpful suggestions...I already use most of the natural treatments represented here but the charcoal was a new one for me, thanks

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for the feedback Diane! I'm happy you enjoyed the video and discovered something new :)

[@monicadaley89]

Thank you for all the tips, they are all very helpful.

[@NatalieMartensen]

love all the natural remedies!

[@suedobbins275]

Thank for another great video and information.

[@glambycheryl212]

Oh liked the pencil case and ipod idea

[@maschafestival]

This was so well thought out and spoken. I will be traveling soon and I can already see how these tips will help me, thanks :)

[@mirkwoodforest6572]

Another piece of travel equipment that I have is a money belt. It's a normal looking leather belt I had custom made by Sharkskin, a small company in Point Edward, Ontario for $90. It is a great belt that has a small section with a slat in it that can hold $300 (3*$100).

[@LELEFO]

Amazing tips! Thanks s lot! I will definitely check out the water filter and get a zip lock bag for my passport! Really good ideas!

[@MagentaLooks]

This video kicks ass! I'm excited to subscribe. :)

[@abdulmuti1]

Thanks guys another great video.

[@yasunari65]

I agree with a lot of what you guys are doing, especially those sickness remedies. I'm looking into J.R. Liggett's shampoo bars, in order to minimize toiletry liquids. It is not only a solid shampoo bar that is made from natural oils and that eliminates the need for hair conditioner because of that, it can also be used to wash your body and clothes, and also to shave with. Now it looks like all I'm going to take is toothpaste (in contact lens cases) , concentrated hand cream (same), and maybe a tiny hand sanitizer (0.25 oz) that can also work as after-shave.....

[@fraidofthedark]

Some brilliant tips thanks. I will be using a lot of these.

[@stringbender57]

Great ideas! I really enjoyed this video. Good job. 👏🏼

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks so much @stringbender57 :)

[@thescribe7645]

Another dope video. (: I love grey too, one cool thing I noticed about grey clothes is that their fading isn't as noticeable/is still attractive.

[@ladyrose837]

I love everything you mentioned! I have a terrible habit of taking too much with me when traveling so I will definitely attempt to enact the recommendations you make here and customize the habits for my lifestyle. I'm looking to become minimal waste and have already started by refusing most plastic water bottles and straws, and only using stainless steel cutlery. And in terms of books, I personally have difficulty with audio books, but a lot of my friends love them. I would probably load up my Kindle and bring that with me instead :D Thanks for all the great tips!

[@mara3842]

I make my own dry shampoo -- definitely cheaper than buying it from the store! Great video you guys.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

That's great. It's definitely cheaper and has less weird ingredients :) Thanks for watching!

[@isabstmr]

Don't forget Melaleuca Tea tree oil for rashes, mosquito bites, scratches and cuts. Great tips.

[@thestorygirl2818]

I travel alot, and I use my local library for ebooks, audiobooks and free music! Libby or Overdrive should work with a local Canadian library card (definitely in Ontario at least). It's one of my best travel hacks and I've never spent money on ebooks or audiobooks while I travel. Download them while you have wifi and you're good to go anywhere offline. Audible sounds great, but why pay when you can get it for free through your local library downloaded right to your device? highly recommend.

[@breadrichardson]

Really enjoyed this! Keep it cominggg! 🙏🙏

[@plantbabbles4843]

Thank you for making this!!!! Awesome video. Super helpful :)

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Happy it was helpful, thanks for watching :)

[@kemillegreene9743]

I've watched a lot of traveling videos, I love yours. It has a lot of good tips for camping and traveling!

[@007janerussell]

Awesome video ✌🏼 from Vancouver Island

[@33Jenesis]

Dr Bronner sells bar soaps. I use it for everything from hair to clothing. Solid oil is also what I use from face to toes, not cream or moisturizer. In a pinch I use salt as toothpaste. I have all the numbers (cc card theft preventing and embassy) and addresses, copy of passport/cc cards, any confirmation or insurance info on a draft form saved in my email. I still have a hard copy of the same in case I can’t quickly get to email. Headlamp is very handy and useful, never leave home without it. Also a small compass is good to have tethered to my handbag. I used to have 7 audio books in my iPod. Now I use OverDrive to borrow library books to listen or read on my iPad. I also take photos of trail map at the trail head. I take screen shots of Google map routes to have a reference in case WiFi isn’t available when I am out. I take one tee, one fleece 1/4 zip, one tank, one thin merino wool sweater, one scarf, one beanie, one pair of pants (not jeans), and one pair of leggings. I have one soft bra and 2 panties. 2 pair of socks (toe socks and thin merino wool socks). One jacket. One pair of flip flops. One pair of sturdy shoes or light ankle boosts I wear and another light weight running sneakers for city walking. I can go from hot to high 30s for a month. If I got tired of something I just find a charity shop to buy something “new” and leave something behind. I also get umbrellas from charity shops, too. I am not really a rain jacket person. Umbrella is better at rain proofing unless in gale force wind.

[@kennystevenfernandeztorres5867]

Really useful tips!

[@jp.dubois]

Great video! you guys always make awesome content.

[@alexotisy]

Fantastic video! Interesting all the way through and really feasible ideas. Thank you for sharing this.

[@marystewart5555]

I enjoy your videos so much. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks Mary :) :)

[@frappuccino68]

Love it. Thank you very much!

[@swellinger213]

thanks I liked the water purifier item and have ordered mine as I want to stop lugging water around in bottles.