I am the type of person that takes packing seriously. I HATE being unprepared or forgetting something trivial. I know that packing depends on where you are going, what type of activities you are planning on doing, and what time of year you’re going but this is my essentials packing list that I have found to save me.

 

• Portable charger

  • I just bought one during my semester abroad and it has saved me during dire situations!

  • Here’s the one I have, the USB to charge it is also a Kindle charger!

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CU1EC6Y?psc=1

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• Reusable water bottle

  • It’s especially good for traveling in Europe because it’ll save you some money for water!

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• Contact solution

  • Burden of having bad eyes, but a must when traveling.

• Toothbrush

  • In travel case

• Towel

  • Fast dry towels are the way to go

  • https://www.amazon.com/Microfibre-Towel-Travel-Beach-Camping/dp/B0150ZUWHU/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1478704622&sr=1-4&keywords=towel+camping

• Comfy shoes

  • My choice of shoe: Tevas or Nikes

• Kindle

  • I was originally opposed to Kindles as a physical book lover, but it really is convenient for travel.

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• Journal

  • And a good pen to record memories!

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• Podcasts and Playlists

  • Downloaded beforehand, I use the Podcast app and Spotify

 

These are just a few MUST items for ME. I also strive to pack minimally because it just makes things easier for me. Another really important tip is to enjoy yourself! Safe travels!

 

Cheers,

Sophia