Comments on: 10 Things I Can’t Travel Without

By: Mareike

Mareike — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:45:44 +0000

Backpacking anywhere I always carry my Swiss knife with me. Traveling to South America, apart from toilet paper, I always get a small bottle of liquid (alcohol) soap/ gel to clean hands when there’s no soap around.

By: NewWrldYankee

NewWrldYankee — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 15:51:35 +0000

I always take face wipes with me everywhere, great for cleaning hands after a meal, or wiping off airplane face.

By: aline

aline — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:13:42 +0000

I didn’t know that it was possible to ask for samples. I’ve bought so many beauty products but never asked for samples. Yikes. Then again, I doubt that they give out samples in China.

By: Bluefish

Bluefish — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:20:14 +0000

Envoyons nous des cartes postales:)

By: Zhu

Zhu — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:33:14 +0000

@Sidney – I take all of that except for the laptop and cell phone, the first one because it would not be practical for a long trip and the second one because… I hate cell phones!

@Agnes – I bet you have some tales on why you carry toilet paper as well We all learn that pretty quick, don’t we!

@Khengsiong – I also take notebook + credit card and debit card of course.

Shionge, a blogger from Singapore, sent me the Tiger Balm

@Gail at Large – Dental floss, checked. I use it a lot anyway. Ziploc bags… never thought of that, thanks for the tip!

@barbara – We don I don’t carry a cell because for a few months of traveling it wouldn’t be practical.

@Scarlet – Sarongs are great. You can usually buy send anywhere near the beach… Florida is a great place to locate one!

I travel light and I always have a backpack. I have to be able to walk with it so…

@zunnur – I also have a list including very small items because it helps me shop beforehand and so that I don

I love Tiger Balm, I could find it in France and of course China but this one was sent to me by Shionge, a blogger in Singapore. I love sarongs… best invention ever!

@Linguist-in-Waiting – Same here. I bring all of these items. Toiler paper does come in handy, doesn’t it!

@Annie – Hand sanitizer is a really good point, I’m adding it to my list. Thank you! See, you are more practical than me!

My mum would always tell me to not forget my head so I learned to make lists

@Max Coutinho – I don’t call you a snob, just a… virgin. I mean a backpacking virgin, of course!

Trust me, backpacking is extremely addictive and I’m still a woman who like basic stuffs like cream and make up, but you can indulge just fine on the road. It’s a matter of organization!

I love Shisheido because the products are alcohol free and they do great to my skin. I’m posh

@Bluefish – Ipod, I’m taking that too! They are awesome for traveling…

@XUP – I used to carry a Swiss Army knife and I stopped because of airport security etc. I know I can pack it n my checked luggage, it’s just sometimes through the USA they open bags and last time they took my small knife. Stupid.

Anyway, thanks for visiting! I already subscribed to your blog so you will see me around

@Tulsa Gentleman – Begins next week! Bandaids are very useful, I also carry some in my bag.

By: Tulsa Gentleman

Tulsa Gentleman — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:55:10 +0000

Your list is very practical. I can’t add much to it except that I always carry a few bandaids in my wallet. I don’t know that I have ever worn a sarong but will give it some thought. When does your odyssey begin?

By: XUP

XUP — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:12:00 +0000

An excellent list — especially the sarong. I have one with me wherever I travel. And the plastic sandals – a life saver sometimes. I also have a little Swiss Army knife that has scissors, a nail file, cork screw, a couple of knives. And I never travel without my toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss (the latter can be used for so much!) Water and a mixed bag of nuts and seeds in case you get hungry.

By: Bluefish

Bluefish — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:47:21 +0000

I always pack my notebook, my tour guide books, bathroom essentials, ipod, some clothes (can always buy more), etc. I will start packing soon myself too.

By: Max Coutinho

Max Coutinho — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:05:42 +0000

Salut Zhu,

So this is what you meant by going to spend winter in summer weather….you are going to Panamá ! You lucky girl!!

Girl, I also use “sarongs” (only I wear African ones, they are gorgeous – bought several in different countries; and have my family in Mozambique sending them to me too) when going to the beach, they are lighter and plus you can wear them around your waist.
A sewing kit is essential!
I see that you like Shiseido! Aaah, on est vraiement pareil lol…

Hmmm, I never thought of that…indeed tea is not available everywhere…
LOL “A roll of toilet paper” LOL…yes, this is also crucial!

Alcohol is also a must…

Darling, call me snob…but I never backpack…Imagine one of those women who don’t know how to travel light….that’s right…it’s me! I travel heavy, always. I need my clothes, I need to have shoes options, my cosmetics, my accessories…I have to have options!

Great post! And if you leave before we talk: have a great trip!!! Make sure to give news!

Bisous

By: Annie

Annie — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:43:57 +0000

Nice! That’s so neat list! I am impressed…………You asking me to what I pack? Believe me I take all useless things and forget all important once….Hang on I never meant Passport

One more Imp thing that I always carry (does not matter if Im travelling or not) is Hand sanitizer (Purell or smthng), Pen and scribbles. It saves me many times; believe me.