Lyndash’s recent post about her new purchases/ old standbys on her trip coincided with my assessment as I packed things Post trip away, so I thought I would share, too. Many of the things I bought over the last year came from recommendations and alerts fro the various enablers on here, so there is a distinct connection :)
For newer travelers just starting to put together ideas of items to take, here are some things that I bought that worked great and I will be packing again, some that didn’t work and some I wish I had taken:
Keepers
Travelon RFID blocking single zip wallet. I found mine at TJMaxx for $7. It was a great size and I could put a copy of my documents (passport, license, etc) folded tickets and cards in there. Also has a little zippered part for coins.
Travelon World Essentials set of 2 currency and passport organizer. I bought these at TJ Max too for my daughter. $14. She mainly used the smaller one for a wallet.
Sherpani Cruz crossbody bag. I really liked this bag. I had a baggellini, but I wanted something more streamlined and narrow against my body. I felt it was a perfect size.
Rick Steves two wheeled carryon. Great purchase for me. Mine is burgundy. Weight is perfect and it holds so much. Even filled coming back, I could easily lift it to the overhead.
Malibu hard water hair care products. Another big hit. I took the shampoo (put in a tsa size plastic bottle), the conditioner and hair repair treatment packets were easy to fit in. No more straw hair- yay!
Cuddle duds- long sleeve (1) and tank top (1). These did great to layer. I kind of wish I had 2 of the long sleeve. You can’t tell you are wearing them and they really helped with layering. I plan on buying another le with the v neck.
Vessi women’s weekend in oak brown. I’ve had these for over a year and love them. They did great walking in London. Kept my feet dry and supported my legs well. We walked on an average 8-9 miles a day. when they wear out, I’m definitely getting another pair.
Merino wool socks from Costco. Washed and dried well, so warm.
Tildaks electronic organizer pouch in pink from Amazon. For 7 bucks it did the trick keeping everything where it needed to be.
A fold into itself /pouch two handle carryall bag. Can’t remember where I got one, but we used the heck out of it for souvenirs purchases, food, etc. we stopped quite a few items in there!
Dr Bonner’s peppermint Castile soap. Travel size. Used for laundry and shower. Smells so good.
Levi’s Classic Straight stretch jeans. I’m a jeans person and these are just so comfortable for me. I took two pair. Made the mistake of thinking I could wash and they would be ready the evening of next day, but it took two full days to dry.
Duluth Trading company flexpedition slim leg pants. Took one khaki colored pair. I really like these pants because they are so comfortable and stretchy. I did not wash them while I was there so I don’t know how fast they dry, but I will take them again.
Eddie Bauer departure tops at Costco. I took two, a blue and a reddish color. I really like these- they’re very soft and comfortable. I did need to wear the cuddle dud layer underneath on a couple of days because they are very thin.
Travel size Totes umbrella. Got it for $8 at TJMaxx. I know there is some debate about whether to have an umbrella or go with out while in London, but it was nice having the barrier on the day that it rained a little bit harder when we were in Hampstead. The wind one day made me wonder if I need a little bit stronger one, but this one is very small and light. I used a carabiner to attach it to my Sherpani or it fit in my coat pocket.
Oil of Olay cleansing squares. My daughter and I really like these. We had not used them before, but she’s actually ordered more since she’s gotten back home.
Packing cubes. Whoever invented these is my hero. :)