Items you use regularly should be near to top – such as clean tops, underwear and toothbrush. I now take two separate toiletry bags – one for everyday stuff, like toothpaste/ brush, body wash and shampoo, that I place right at the very top of my bag. The other is for less frequent...
Spain is a wondrous mix of the old and new. To help navigate this great country, I put this packing checklist together. I also include what to wear in Spain as well as a list of items NOT to bring and other FAQs.
Think about it. What if you should get stuck at the airport for some unexpected delay? I’ve been caught out in thepig pensthey call holding bays when suddenly they announce that the flight has been delayed. I’m so gladI had on my comfy pantsas I sat on the floor for those few h...
Typically you will get 4 stripes on each belt before progressing to the next, but not every gym does this. Be sure to wash it after every class. There’s nothing worse than a sweaty gi. Also, don’t put it in the dryer unless you want it to shrink to a children’s size. No-Gi...
Speaking of circulation, compression socks can stop your legs and ankles from inflating to elephant size on a long flight. Coming from winter? You might find that an extra fold-up bag, like a Baggu, is handy for carrying your plane snacks and, later, discarding winter coats/sweaters...
Travel Size Curling Irons Travel Friendly Hot Dryer Brush What Should I NOT Pack for Paris? One unexpected issue that many travelers discover once they get to Europe are the cobblestone streets. While great to look at, stone streets aren’t always the easiest to walk on and can make for so...
It should be compact and comfy to carry yet nice and roomy for all of your things. While Portugal is fairly safe, there’s still a risk of pickpocketing in crowded or touristy areas, so you may want to choose an anti-theft backpack that no one can get into, especially because the ...
1-2 pairs of capris or long shorts (like these or these) 1 pair of light hiking pants 1 pair of linen pants 1 set of pajamas 2-3 swimsuits Underwear, bras, socks (including compression socks for the plane) Raincoat (this Columbia one is my go-to) 1 wide-brimmed sunhat 1 baseball...
Shorter shorts and skirts are more acceptable than showing bare shoulders or open tops but it seems like most ladies still opt for a more covered but chic look. Also, sunglasses aren’t really a thing? I’ve never really asked anyone why, but I don’t know anyone in Tokyo who wears ...
who are working out in compression pants and shorts with no other coverage right alongside me. i do not think they are trying to show off their dickprints (necessarily); stretchy fitted pieces just do truly make a lot of the practical elements of lifting easier for everyone, regardless of ...