Packing for Your Trip

          When I travel with a backpack, I like to have as many of the comforts of home as will fit into the pack.  It’s important, however, to keep it around 25 pounds so that it’s not so heavy that I can’t carry it for a long period if necessary.  Recently, I’ve used the Eagle Creek (Voyage 65L) pack which has a detachable day pack and is just the right size to fit all the items in the packing list that follows.  This pack is attractive, sturdy, easy to use and works as a carry-on for plane travel.  When boarding a plane, I wear the day pack on my back and carry the main portion of the pack which converts to a carry-on suit case.

Trip Duration

          I find that a trip duration of about 19 days is ideal for me and I take just enough clothing so that I only have to find a laundromat once during the trip.  The items on this list have been compiled after numerous trips over the years, but, of course, should be customized for each individual.  They are also designed for a man and would need to be adjusted for a woman traveler.  You will also notice that I do not take music devices or extra reading material, preferring instead to immerse myself in the music and culture of my destination and study my travel book and perhaps read local newspapers.