Trips by Camille

Prepping for a trip and not sure where to start? Here’s a simple guide to get you started.

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Apps

Splitwise- if you are traveling with a group and want to simplify the ‘who owes who’ payout at the end of your trip.

Google translate- download the destination language in advance for live translation and image translation on the go. Especially helpful for things like parking signs and menus.

Airline and tour apps- printing tickets is mostly a thing of the past. Downloading your airline app and tour company apps in advance simplifies your travel.

Items

• Your passport! And visas, if your destination requires them.

• Good walking shoes/ sandals/ boots. In general, unless you are packing for a special event and/or have copious amounts of luggage space, I don’t recommend bringing any shoes that aren’t comfortable- you won’t need them.

• Clothes.

• Toothpaste/brush. Travel sized toiletries.

• Any medications- motion sickness patches or pills if that’s an issue for you.

• Snacks, especially if you have any food restrictions.

• Outlet converter and chargers

• Day pack bag that zips closed 

• Water bottle

• Depending on your destination, an anti-theft phone strap

• Compression socks for the flight (I know, they aren’t that cute, but really help with circulation, comfort, and health.)

• Eye mask and ear plugs if you hope to sleep on your flight.

Tips for Packing Light

I’m a big advocate in packing everything in a carry-on because I like to take public transportation and I find it exhausting to drag my body weight in luggage behind me.

Think through your itinerary, your access to a washing machine, and the forecast. In general, it’s best to pack mix-n-match layers. Don’t bother bringing the dress that’s been in the back of your closet for the past 3 years. While it’s a nice adventure for the dress, it just takes up luggage space better spent on souvenirs.

If you are traveling in a group or for many days, most destinations have access to a pharmacy or grocery store where you can buy most toiletries (shampoo, etc) saving yourself the luggage space and weight.