Essential Travel Packing Tips & Hacks for 2019!

[@SSBMA1994]

This video was straight to the point without much rambling like the other videos Ive watched, thanks for that.

[@bob-ny6kn]

After washing your clothes by hand, or at a hotel without a clothes dryer, pre-dry them by rolling them tightly - back and forth - in a hotel towel… then unroll and hang dry. Sometimes the clothes have a "pressed" look and dry quicker.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Yes! Thanks so much for adding that! It's a great way to accelerate drying time and we have been using that technique for years :) :)

[@massimilianofavalli9080]

Hey, that is my trick too!

[@dsadownik]

Sometimes we use the hair dryer for a while on damp things

[@backpackingtony1779]

Great video! Love your ideas. Here's a few of more suggestions I use while travelling. Consider traveling with only a carry on. I understand it's not suitable for everyone but traveling with only a carry on forces me to pack light. Pack old clothes. You can throw them out or donate them while on the road and if new clothes are needed you can shop while travelling. Your new clothes double as a new wardrobe and souviners. Pack a foldable/collapsible day pack. While traveling it collapses into the size of your fist. If you have to check my backpack at the airport I pull out my daypack, unfold it and carry all my valuables with me on the plane. Use a headlamp instead of a flash light. You'll have your hands free. I'm a guy with long hair so I use clasp free hair ties. These double as elastic bands. Instead of napkins use wet naps. They're easily avaliable from any dollar store. Men's hiking shoes can double as casual shoes when going out. Swim shorts for men that have pockets can double as shorts and generally dry very quickly.

[@nickbrown3979]

I thought that was a very well made video, clear and useful. 2 things that I did this year that were useful to me that other people might find useful were, I purchased a Jayomix travel charger from Amazon, it charges everything, just bring that with some leads and leave all your other chargers at home. Secondly, take a few red rubber bands and a few green rubber bands for your camera gear, put green bands around all your fully charged batteries and when they are dead put a red band around them, so you can see at a glance which batteries are charged or dead, if you do a lot of video or photography when travelling it makes life easier.

[@cambodianrefugee6305]

I used to travel without a cell phone too but eventually succumbed to, and even embraced it. It is so much more than a phone. It is a map, a book, a flashlight, a way to view and backup travel photos. A language translator, a currency calculator, a diary, a checklist, a note pad, a camera, and yes, a GPS too. All of that without needing an internet connection. Add wifi and you can book a hotel room blah blah blah. They are small enough to fit in a pants pocket and weigh nothing. Carry a spare! Looking back, I don't know how or why I ever thought I didn't want to travel with one.

[@balkonkompost2383]

I always travel without a phone, just a camera and a printed list of Happycow restaurants. I love the fact to be fully there and the interactions I can experience with local people when asking for directions and suggestions.

[@barbaradace7952]

A few extra tips: bring a few small over-the-door hooks-very useful in places where there’s not enough places to hang clothes, toiletry kits, etc. I also prefer compression shelves to the cubes-you can still squash your clothes down to a compact bundle, but to unpack you just pull out the shelves, hang them up, undo the strap and presto: everything is easy to access and organized on the shelves, and just as easy to repack! Finally: bring comfortable ear buds and put a sound-loop app on your phone (like “NatureSpace”), and when snoring or noisy neighbors are keeping you awake, you just put in your buds, turn on the babbling brook (or other “white noise”), and drown them out so you can sleep! :-)

[@thatsrich944]

I am traveling the world full time, living out of a single 34-liter backpack. It holds everything I own and need for my travels. I have no residence or storage anywhere else. It's very freeing and convenient. I have a travel inventory that lists everything I carry, which helps when repacking for the next destination. Cheers!

[@savemebiatch109]

That's Rich that sounds amazing ! How do you have enough money for it all? Do you do jobs along the way ?

[@thatsrich944]

@@savemebiatch109 Nah, I trade futures options online. Took me about 6 years to learn how to trade and I lost tons of money in the process. But I finally figured it out and so far have been able to support myself. I am not rich and try to travel as cheaply as possible. If I am able to grow my account and income, I will progressively travel to more expensive places. For now though, it's SE Asia, lol. I am too old to do working holiday visas, so cannot work in most countries.

[@Tsomaia]

That's Rich Hey Rich! Do you mind sharing your packing list?

[@sofiamd1]

Can't find your packing list can you please share thanks

[@TokyobuckettsLive]

@@thatsrich944 Hey rich ,I want to become a trader and I'm currently still losing money,what did you do to lose less? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.CHEERS!

[@audreys8739]

No cell phone? That's amazing. I can't live without it.

[@HumansOfVR]

*The number one struggle* *Not over packing!*

[@nancynurse4552]

Duct tape retapped around old gift card and paracord- lots of uses for both of these items. Paracord works great as replacement shoe laces, clothes line, and twine. Can deconstruct to single strings to sew up backpack or tent as well.

[@r3dp1ll]

this. Plus superglue and zipties. With all that you can repair anything

[@loriterpstra4702]

My FAV travel-pk story - We went on a trip for his job. I had to be in the hotel while he was in class 5hrs a day. It took 2 security's, 2extras and then myself to realize that the giant metal "bullet" in our bag... Was a roll of quarters that I brought to do laundry. LMBO

[@lisasebros]

Bulldog clips and some paracord are super helpful! I've used them to hang laundry (as a line and clips), make a bed curtain in a crowded hostel dorm (hanging my scarf from the cord), and the clips by themselves are super helpful to close open food bags or you know, just keep random papers together.

[@don0giorgio]

You can use hair dryer to dry your washed clothes

[@rachelm7525]

I pretty much keep my suitcase permanently packed! You have to store those things, and my vacation wardrobe is basically completely different from my everyday clothes, so I don't need any of it! Plus my soap-bag is ready, I take a small travel iron, so I don't have to rush around last minute, just a quick check and I'm done! Always feel a little smug watching my husband pack the night before!! 😄

[@jacobwigley9720]

" we don't own a phone " "... so we used this app.."

[@jewelloveslife]

Jacob Wigley they use an ipod touch

[@nightowl7482]

I think that they mean that they don't use any data plan, only wifi

[@gailcarsten7903]

I liked the fact that you told us what worked for you as well as what you would do differently next time. Thanks.

[@TheGFeather]

Safety pins! I always have a few pinned onto my bag and they have come in handy so often. A sewing kit is all well and good, but if something breaks, a safety pin will keep it functional until there's time to fix it.

[@heathertouma8045]

Keeping packing lists is easy. Use Excel or Sheets. Have a tab for each place you've been and copy and paste over, refining as you go. Eventually you've got a bunch of lists on what you need for each region, based on your experience

[@nvalles2565]

This is a great idea and I’m mad that I didn’t think about that. I travel often and lead tours. I make lists for each location. I’ll move them into a spreadsheet. Duh.

[@MichaelAndersen_DK]

I'm with you this. So easy to add or remove stuff. Print it to make a checklist.

[@flutechannel]

You totally missed the "Planes, Trains and automobiles" reference! Don't worry I we still love you guys!

[@BoiseThomas]

welcome back! i just spent 6 weeks in portugal last year and really enjoyed it. i've been traveling for 19 months and about to head back out. i love these shorter videos on travel tips you have made but have also watched most of your others and really enjoy your work. keep it going and thanks for sharing your lifestyle and taking time to make the videos!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Nice! Happy you also got to enjoy Portugal and thanks for your positive feedback :)

[@stacythomas7162]

The TSA allows almost any food item like hummus, mayo or peanut butter through as long as it's 3.4oz or less. Whole fruits can go through....just cut up that apple or orange and use a rubber band to keep it together. Don't take this the wrong way but this video is so much better than a few earlier others I've watched...in other words, like a back-handed compliment, while your previous vids were great and I've learned a few tips, you two are getting better and this video was FANTASTIC!! You are following your own advice and learning and evolving after each trip abroad. I'm going on a 3wk tour of Europe in September and I'm definitely going to be watching all your vlogs and apply the your tips and tricks that work for me. Besides that, you two just are a joy to watch and seem like such good(in the real sense of the word), kind, inspirational people. I also love how calming your vids are to watch. Thank so much! Peace, Blessings and SAFE, HAPPY TRAVELS!!

[@33Jenesis]

Wool socks are my must-have. They are comfortable, won’t stick, and easy dry. I compile a packing list stating even snack/number of tea bags and the tiniest item (q tip) on it under categories. I edit the list every week or so, forcing myself to take items out. By the time I am ready to pack, the list is pretty solid. I can pack quickly without thinking. I also know by heart exactly what I have in my luggage. My fave snack is hard boiled eggs, sliced apples (brine them lightly with salt water to keep them from yellowing), dense bread, cheese, and peanut filled pretzel. A handful of hard candies and nougats are quick energy boost. Fisherman’s Friend lozenge is another essential. I use a convertible sling carrying on the front side as a daypack (large enough for a small mirorless camera and iPad). I can access items quickly and won’t worry about my pack getting slashed or zipper being opened. I can also carry my luggage backpack (Farpoint 40) on my back and the sling on my chest at airports and bus stations.

[@Julia_Lobo]

It also helps to write down the addresses of the place you are staying and key contacts in case your phone runs out of battery ( it is good to bring a portable cellphone charger too)

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Yes! Great tip! Thanks for sharing :)

[@sandralindley6016]

I bring business cards with the hotel name, address, and phone number with me ... so I will remember where I’m staying and they’re handy to show cab drivers especially in a foreign country where they don’t recognize my bad attempt at speaking their language!

[@aubreytrue3470]

This is great advice. I got lost in Cologne when I was 16, and it took me several hours to get back to my hostel. Believe me, after that experience, I learned my freaking lesson!

[@cggnow]

paracord - I had no idea how handy it would be on my last trip. I tied suitcases together to secure them while traveling. It was my clothes line in my hotel room (wished I had a few clothespins though). I used it to hang a makeshift room-darkening curtain on my window. (They had a fully lit parking lot which made sleeping a little tough.) I even used some as a temporary belt. I highly recommend some time of durable string for traveling.

[@HellzJezebelle]

cggnow I imagine you could use the paragons similarly to surgical tubing for clothes drying, though the tubing works better. I can’t describe it, but if you search clothesline surgical tubing you should find a decent explanation.

[@nourishnaturalnutritionfor1412]

Wow...another great video! I going to source the compression bag for packing :) My granddaughter is going to France this coming summer with a school group. I'm thinking that just the right piece of luggage (or a backpack) will make an excellent birthday gift for her!

[@BettyWoo]

I carry spare ZipLock bags, a small flashlight that I can put on a key chain or caribiner, a North Face flyweight packable duffel that I can even pack the packing cubes into before putting the unpacked duffel into my roll on luggage and a small pouch with paracetamol/ibuprophen/asperin, tweezers, a few band aids and individual alcohol wipes. And I don't care: I pack my stupid ugly city Crocs. Comfortable for walking around where ever I'm staying and sometimes you just want extremely comfortable shoes for a day if the previous day was a lot of walking. Nobody is going to remember you so who cares, right? Biggest thing I've learned: do not cheap out on your rolling luggage! I look specifically at the quality of the zipper, wheels and handle mechanism. Last thing I do: I carry two extra Flip & Tumble bags that don't require folding, just squishing. I have small carabiners through the label tags and sometimes attach on bag onto my belt buckle at the back or toss them into my day bag. I end up looking like some strange rabbit with a bunny tail but they come in really handy for surprise purchases (especially now that so many places are going no-plastic).

[@DonnaDoveWinters]

Tip #1 Travel with a cellphone T-mobile and At&t phones are really easy to use overseas.

[@leeleebeg05]

Thanks for posting this video. It made me aware that I have certain travel items in excess and a lot of things that I simply don’t need.

[@Okie12985]

You guys have the most calming voices

[@rvnut1133]

As a minimalist I always enjoy this type of videos offering tips and new ideas sometimes we don't think about. Thank you.

[@treytracytravel]

Great tips that I'm going to share with my clients. So easy to overpack. Its been a goal each trip I take to try and pack less and less. Thank you for the video!

[@chrislyons6951]

You could reduce further by using a microfibre cloth instead of wipes and ditch laundry powder - use the liquid soap. If you add swimwear and a dressy jacket and pants that's really all the clothes you need travelling or not.

[@fallriverns]

I like the 20:20 rule. If you forgot something you can usually get it for $20 in less than 20 minutes.

[@jasonanthonywit1285]

Cool guy says' "50:50 rule. The sooner you spend it the sooner they steal"

[@RVingLiveTheDream]

Nice video. We RV around the country fulltime. I am looking for a hanging bathroom bag with a hook. We use a lot of public showers. Thanks 4 sharing. Happy travels!

[@Heartkwt]

A Mosquito repellent, Dry shampoo, Small towels, spare batteries amnd if you have Cell phone, have a power bank with multi head cables. Sketchers are also a good idea to carry along.

[@massimilianofavalli9080]

And sometimes sunscreen...

[@ragingelch5042]

Good list! Throw in a simple had band to turn that flashlight into a headlamp, makes for better usability!

[@stevesribs9264]

I do use a list to organize what I want to take. My tip would be to lay everything out before you pack it away to verify that you actually have it.

[@irinam8709]

I do the sams since I am 15 yo

[@JenShea]

Great tips. I found that my clothes definitely took more than one day to dry (during the winter) in Portugal. It was fine for me because I was there for 3 months so I had enough clothes but yes, for people going for just a couple or few weeks... you need fast-drying clothes! I had camera gear, computer gear (hard drives, external DVD drive, power supplies, etc... so I had my larger rolling suitcase and my convertible back-pack carry-on (bought it from the Rick Steves Travel Store - LOVE IT). It was great to be able to carry it on my back leaving a hand free! I am definitely going to download the Happy Cow app! Looks great.

[@myra961]

do a video on why you dont use phone during travel, advantages with ipod during travel anything electronic etc. 😁

[@33Jenesis]

I use iPod to listen to my fave music and to have several audio books. I don’t use the phone either (no space for more photos). I prefer using a camera to take photos.

[@GabeCuello]

Super helpful stuff. Thanks for sharing your ideas and experiences. Light packing is always a challenge for me cause I want to take more "just in case" lol. Im learning the more I travel.

[@joanhall3718]

I can't wait to watch the videos you filmed on this trip! Thank you for another interesting informative video.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks! We can't wait to share them with you :)

[@Julia_Lobo]

I think it is nice to bring an universal travel adapter on international travels

[@420BLUNTLEY]

Júlia R. Lobo ya think? Come on

[@CraigologyReviews]

Great tips. I’m interested to know what brand of packing cubes do you show in this video?

[@jeffreyoneill4082]

I travel with a lot on uniglo clothing. Airsim is great fit an weather and does quickly after a band wash. Heat tech gives warmth with minimal weight. Block tech hoodie and chinos keep the wind out.

[@Jake24378]

Multi-tools without knives (the Gerber Dime Travel, etc.) are handy and don't need checked!

[@lauralkao]

Thanks for the tip!

[@journeyman121]

good stuff. and calmly presented. thanks.

[@cat_pb]

So happy you guys went to see my country !! and the images of it :') !! thanks for the tips

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Your country is beautiful!!

[@edf2953]

Nice video. You provide many useful travel tips. Thanks for sharing these tips that you learned on your travels.

[@CarolynLiu]

This is very useful. I am learning how to pack light. Thank you so much for the video.:)

[@Stricko]

Great tips guy! Heading to Belize next week so we'll be sure to try out some of these 👍

[@ExploringAlternatives]

That's awesome, enjoy your trip to Belize!!

[@tichaferreira]

good to know you have been in my country! I hope you enjoyed Portugal!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

We loved visiting Portugal, your country is so beautiful!! Thanks for watching :)

[@nikkiscott4341]

Yes for the bigger backpack, with a lightweight daypack thrown in there too.

[@MuraD4x4]

Well done! Keep going. I always find something useful in your videos. As for me: I like having 10-15 Wysi wipes as well: really broad application. I also like "multi-" and "several purpose use" things. Stay safe

[@TheLmori3]

Always excellent tips. You guys are experts.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks, happy you found the video helpful :)

[@pinkysworn]

I can’t wait for the videos that will be coming out of this trip! Did you film in the canvas covered truck?

[@ExploringAlternatives]

We sure did! We also can't wait to post those videos.......they should be coming in the next couple months. Thanks for watching :)

[@jupiter0jupiter]

Great tips! I love seeing how people pack lol

[@Betwisty]

Great vid missed you guys!!! I would be interested in seeing the food you brought and the types recipes made abroad!! =)

[@mara3842]

I feel like I haven't seen your videos in ages! Missed you guys!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks Mara :)

[@alexdoe784]

Wool clothing is great for travel, breathable and dries super fast.

[@homesteadtotable2921]

I never remember seeing an electric clothes dryer until I moved to America. The best recommendation I have, is sometimes, especially if you're staying in an AirBnB type of a place in someone's home rather than a hotel, especially in Northern Europe, you may be able to access a "drying room" in the attic or basement of the building, where you find clothes lines and a giant electric fan system where you can line dry your clothes. Often, those drying rooms are in conjunction with a building's centralized laundry room or laundromat that are free on reservation to tenants/residents. Otherwise, why do you try to dry them in the bathroom where there's minimal air circulation? Hang them either out on a balcony, or drape over furniture next time, and they'll probably dry far better. I've even heard of some people drying their clothes in the microwave, but I have yet to be quite *that* desperate.

[@wayalternative1160]

Love your channel, guys! And how fab that you shared the Happy Cow app. I was wondering which camera/lens you’re using these days? Were you using the Sony a6500 a while ago? I know you can’t reply to all the comments but hopefully you can maybe make a video on this soon xox

[@SSBMA1994]

I sometimes use hotel iron to quick dry my clothes. Heck, sometimes at home if I am in a rush for time like my laundry I just washed need to be worn in less than an hour, I would iron them 80% dry and just wear it as it 100% dry since I live in a hot weather anyways and it is cooling lol 😅🤣

[@lesoleil3921]

i use dumpling package bags and sandwich zip bags to organize all the smaller items.

[@HelenaMikas]

I love packing cubes but know what you mean ... Glad to hear others begin so early with packing .. Have a friend who laughs at me -One thing I did especially in very varied climates .I took basics and then went to charity shops This worked welling Australia etc .At the end of my trip I took back or kept say 1 ...I kept me travelling lighter and how . Enjoyed this video and have subscribed ..* my way of marking thumbs up .. Happy travels

[@TarrelScot]

Really useful video, based on obvious first-hand experience. Thank you for posting.

[@lotusflower668]

This video is sooooo helpful and timely for my next trip! THANK YOU!

[@irshadhusain]

Thanks for sharing this info... love watching your all videos...👍

[@FreyaGem]

Great tips- I especially loved the reminder about using HappyCow to find where all the groovy veggie folks might be hanging out!

[@tiacavanagh3773]

I’ve never heard of Happy Cow but I’ve needed this for the longest time! Gosh I already love the app!! Thank you for sharing that little piece of information 👍🏽

[@sarameitner6770]

I totally agree. I wasn't familiar with it before. Now it's one of my favourite apps!

[@shelaghjackson9577]

Nice video; thanks! I like the calm and quiet way you both have of speaking.🙂 Some other people seem to be just too frantic and excitable when presenting their information!

[@linksrechts7614]

Canadians are like that.

[@KindredWoD]

Regarding the snacks brought on the trip. If you’re traveling to an agriculturally sensitive country such as New Zealand, many fresh foods won’t be allowed past the border. Prepackaged stuff that has zero chance of foreign pests and disease are pretty much all they’ll allow in.

[@fareehamehmood5278]

great video! loved the tips and tricks. :)

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video 👍. Thank you for posting.

[@TheDetouristGuide]

I remember that old video on packing where it was just a backpack in the old van! Come a long way!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for sticking with us that whole time!! :)

[@cheriecao1173]

you two channel is soo helpful, you are lovely couple and I love your lifestyle, my goal. Thanks you two, love you

[@alicefeline1088]

I discover your Channel and I suscribe cause I love what you're doing for a better live and you give me lots of ideas, so, thanks a lot.😊

[@rutyael18]

thank u. I am definitely going to look at getting a bag that can be checked in but can be folded and carried on if needs be for my travel, I like those little red pads u used for separating and packing clothes. be welk

[@ChrisPowless]

I find the lack of a mobile SMARTPHONE to be a huge safety issue

[@alicenwume8725]

Cp- people traveled all over the world perfectly safely well before mobile phones were invented! It’s a shame you think modern gizmos make you more safe, they don’t! Using your brain and intuition do! Without those you’re screwed regardless of how many electronic tools you use. These things are just made to make money from you and make you less able to do things for yourself!

[@ChrisPowless]

Alice Nwume all true.

[@queeddity5450]

Alice Nwume there were lesser people before these electronics were invented. Less coverage to travel. There’s a reason two way radio is invented. I still find a phone handy. To be able to call someone when you feel you’re in danger on a place that’s absolutely not your territory. Sure, brain and intuition can help you but there’s nothing more safer than actually calling out for help.

[@lizzieladuke6332]

I agree, they do come in handy if they lose each other, get lost, or need to call 911

[@ElaHumanRightLawyer]

Yeah, sometimes these trends of zero this or that can be taken too far i believe..

[@rmangold]

Great tips overall but I would warn people packing food like this can lead to customs checking into your luggage, especially fruits and veggies. We had similar snacks and didn’t finish them and the customs agents were unforgiving even threatening a hefty fine. They went through our entire luggage and were not very organized while doing it. Plus we nearly missed our connecting flight. If you do bring such snacks be sure to finish them or discard them before re-entry into various countries.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

That sounds terrible, sorry to hear you had so much trouble bringing your own snacks! It does seem like it really depends on the agent that you get....Thanks for sharing your story :) :)

[@MrChencm]

Things you forget to mention, such as, medication supply, walking stick (for senior), shoes, hats, anti-UV clothes, laptop and all electronic needs....

[@itywhat6499]

Go to VANQUEST GEAR. They have various bags and pouches that I use for essentials. They help me stay organized and I can carry only the pouch I need at any given time. I also use packing cubes and never over pack them. Hence I don't use the expansion zippers. This is from years of traveling and hiking.

[@MikkoHere]

I use gtasks as a chrome extension on my laptop which also syncs to app on my phone & iPad; I use it for all my lists. I have a travel list I use over and over again. When i've check everything off, its easy to recheck for next time. Also if you don't want to bring your phone/ipad you can just print out the list on paper.

[@andreareneabroad243]

Great video as always! I am always concerned about how much waste I am creating when abroad-- I have a reusable water bottle and tumbler, but I need to get one of those foldable sporks!

[@shaunska9292]

You forgot your toothbrushes ! 😋 great video , thankyou 👍

[@davida4007]

Hey guys thanks so much for the videos. Haven't seen you updated in a while. Hope all are well

[@funtimefoxy4751]

Thanks for teaching me how to travel better cuz I’m going to LAS VEGAS!!

[@johndoe-io8fh]

Nice idea on the napkins!

[@adamc5928]

Yes, it's a well known fact that napkins do not exist outside of North Ameria.

[@Sciayam]

Ty for telling me about compression packing cubes

[@ExploringAlternatives]

You're very welcome Karen, thanks for watching :)

[@LetNewAdventuresBegin]

Great video! The only thing I would change is switch the flashlight to a headlamp

[@sineadmoylan1065]

When are ye coming to Ireland? There are some great sustainable living videos you could make here, like "Irish seed savers", "Crann óg eco farm", "the bog hill centre", "Burren nature sanctuary" etc. And those are just places in south Galway/north Clare. You'd love it here! Big fan of your channel

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Wow, thanks so much Sinead for all these great ideas! We will definitely check those out if ever we make it to Ireland :)

[@Mcubed87]

I find it interesting that you two made the decision to not have a cellphone, but then end up bringing two devices that are so very similar; the GPS and the iPod touch. I'm not 100% sure this would work, but would a cellphone with just no service plan serve essentially as those two devices? I'm pretty sure the gps signal still works on a cellphone with no SIM card, and then you could just download the maps for an offline mode while you're on wifi. Might be a decent way to pair down two devices to one?

[@beccajanestclair]

I even eliminate my DSLR on short trips by using my phone. A smartphone has so many uses it seems silly not to have one.

[@rmangold]

We recently were off-grid and our cellphones were useless even the GPS. I could have kicked myself for not having a map and/or GPS. Agree the multi use nature of cell phones is great especially the way they use apps, video, photo, etc. But the GPS is a good call in their case.

[@ashishtripathi7138]

A phone without Sim is useless. It’s just useful as an iPod and shooter

[@malcolmfraser2066]

I agree... On my latest trip I used an app called maps me which allows you to download maps of the areas you're visiting, which comes in handy in places where you have no WiFi signal or no connectivity if you're using a local SIM card. I find the two camera bags a bit excessive, unless these people are actually photographers.

[@nahblue]

A smartphone is basically the digital equivalent of the multitool. It's good at many things. But is it great at any one thing? For me it's definitely good at enough things to be worthwhile to bring.

[@shawnvegavelez121]

Great tips. I just downloaded the Happy Cow app. The app help me find more restaurants I didn't know about.

[@sk8iny0]

Awesome video! Helped me a lot for the trip to Spain I'm planning! :)

[@jocelynelangis777]

This is a very useful resume of what to bring on a trip with a range of different weather. The climate changes must be considered more and more those days. The lunch part is a good suggestion as well. Love the way this film is presented. You are a great team!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks so much for the super positive feedback Jocelyne!!

[@TomJamesOfficial]

Great video but how did you use that app if you don't have a cell phone?

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Good question, we just use an iPod touch...if we can find wifi it works great! Thanks for checking out the video :)

[@TomJamesOfficial]

Exploring Alternatives gotcha! Awesome! Do you have a video on why you don’t have cell phone?

[@ExploringAlternatives]

​@@TomJamesOfficial Yes we do :) The video is a bit old now but it explains why.....that being said, it's been around 7 years now with no phone but we might actually get one soon. It'll just make our job a bit easier :)

[@mradios4671]

Great video, learn so much from it. Just wanted to know where you guys bought your Compression packing Cubes (CPC). Looked around I found many different variety of Packing Cubes (PC) but could n't find the Compression one. Many thanks

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Hi, we just got them at a small random luggage store. The ones we got are from "Eagle Creek". If you type "compression packing cubes" in Amazon for example you can find lots of good options. The compression ones just have a simple double zipper system which is what you want. Hope that helps and thanks for watching :)

[@mradios4671]

@@ExploringAlternatives Many thanks in advance for the info.

[@robinlanders]

Great video! Which compression packing cubes do you use and recommend? Thanks! :)

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Hi Robin, the ones we got are from "Eagle Creek". If you type "compression packing cubes" in Amazon for example you can find lots of good options. The compression ones just have a simple double zipper system which is what you want. Hope that helps and thanks for watching :)

[@robinlanders]

@@ExploringAlternatives Thank you!! :)

[@Wysiwyg101]

I clicked mainly for the thumbnail and I was kinda disappointed that we didn't get a chance to see all that. As for me, when I travel I've pretty much got a survival kit in my slingbag. IFAK, IPAD, goggles, N95 mask, shemagh, bandanas, head mounted flashlight with three different modes, small fire kit, collapsible hobo stove, a kleen kanteen mounted on one side with custom oatmeal packs inside, a mini sawyer water filtration kit, in another small kit I have a pair of Vortex small binoculars, an emergency bivvy, flashlight, and all kinds of other stuff. After going thru security I buy three bottles of water. Two go in the bag. One gets consumed during the flight. I've had TSA agents that said they hoped that when they flew they would be seated next to a guy like me. What are the chances of me surviving a crash? Pretty dang slim. But hey, one never knows eh!!

[@MrTubes0ck]

This is so excessive lol

[@patrickco1828]

Interesting choice that you do not bring a smartphone when travelling. It is one of those travel items that give me a sense of security. And a huge YES to dry fit clothes. Washing clothes in a sink is an art form haha.

[@massimilianofavalli9080]

I am a master in that. I wash daily when in hot weather