What to pack for travel

Backpack

You don't want to carry your suitcase or backpack with you on your daily walks or excursions, so you need a comfortable and pleasant backpack. In fact, I took a shoulder bag as it looked more stylish than a small backpack. But be careful, a shoulder bag can give you some irritating neck and shoulder aches if you pack it with large ท่องเที่ยวเอเชีย or souvenirs. In this case, a nice mini backpack is better, as it transfers the weight evenly over the back and shoulders.

Travel insurance

I always take out travel insurance, since you never know what might happen during the trip. It is always best to prevent than to cure. Medical help abroad could cost you thousands of dollars if you don't have the proper insurance, so always read the insurance policy correctly. When looking for insurance, I always look for comparison sites, like moneysupermarket.com. This way, you can compare all the different companies that offer insurance and their relative policies.

Skype

Skype is a free service that allows you to call anyone in the world (who also has a Skype account) for free. The service is completely free when using the Skype to Skype service, and the prices are competitive if you want to call mobile or landlines. You can use Skype on your iPod Touch, a real Skype phone, or on your laptop. If you take a laptop abroad, you can even use your webcam to make video calls, but if you don't bring a laptop, I found that many Internet cafes in Asia already had Skype installed on their computers. Skype also allows you to send instant messages, play games, and even transfer files. All in all, Skype is a great device that you should use on the go.

First aid kit

I like to carry a mini first aid kit when I travel. The boxes come in some very nice and convenient sizes with everything you might need for your trip. Items may include: plasters, antiseptic cream, insect repellent, and various tablets for common travel illnesses.

Clothing

I will not talk much about clothing as I think it is a personal choice and depends on the needs of different people. However, I will say that you should always pack lightly and think about whether you will REALLY need an item of clothing. At times, I have fallen into the trap of packing too many clothes 'just in case'. While traveling in Asia, you can always shop for cheap clothes, so you don't need to pack too much. The minimum I would take for a month of travel is: 3-4 T-shirts, 2 T-shirts, pants, two shorts, swim shorts, 2 pairs of socks, sports shoes (I would buy ones that look formal but are as comfortable as trainers) .

Travel washing line

On my travels I carry a small clothesline in case there are not enough places to dry clothes. If you are packing light, you can wash your clothes more often, and sometimes you will need a wash rope to give yourself more space.

Travel sink stopper

I used this occasionally when staying in hostels. In some budget accommodations you will not have a sink plug, making shaving difficult. Therefore, the travel plug is recommended if you are considering staying in budget accommodation. Plus, even some higher-end hotels have faulty plugs in their bathrooms, so it's generally a good to-go item.

Toiletries

As a stylish backpacker, I have a wide variety of toiletries. My toiletry bag consists of: razors, moisturizers, sunscreen, nail clippers, tweezers, aftershave lotions (which I usually buy at the airport duty-free), lip balm, deodorant and more.

Mac rain

If you are traveling anywhere that has a monsoon season, a rain pot is a great idea. The monsoon rain is amazing and it can surprise you and leave you drenched. A small rain bag can be crumpled into a very small size and can be easily carried in your backpack.

Swiss Army Knife

I sometimes carry it on my travels as it has several useful gadgets: a bottle opener, scissors, toothpick, tweezers, screwdriver heads, and numerous knives of different shapes and sizes.