The world is a big place. In our minds, when we picture ourselves venturing out into the big wide unknown, the fact that the world is so big has an effect on us - we sort of see ourselves as being a little exposed and a little removed from our creature comforts. That’s probably why we all tend to overpack. But look around you. How many possessions have you interacted within the last hour? There’s your phone, no doubt, and presumably, you’re wearing clothes that haven’t been changed today, and that’s probably about it. Maybe you’ve had a coffee or watched some TV, but the point is that your life is most likely not as hectic and as reliant on possessions as you might think. That’s why ultralight packing is the way forward. We’ll get into that in a moment.
Before we start, it’s important to mention that different areas have different rules, regulations, and laws - especially where it comes to the law surrounding alcohol and the use of vehicles. You may wish to call a DUI attorney in Orlando if you have been affected. But now let’s continue with our guide to ultralight travel.
Clothes - it all comes down to the fabric
Travel clothes should be light and airy. Why? Because unless you have chosen to voyage to the moose-deep depths of the Canadian winter, you’re probably not going to need your 3-in-1 zip together base layer plus fleece plus raincoat. You need to abandon the way of thinking that goes “I’d rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it”. If you’re travelling and it starts to rain, find a coffee shop for an hour. Keep your selection of clothing materials down to thin layers only. And if you are anticipating some sort of arctic blast, perhaps you should have paid closer attention to the season in which you have chosen to travel (there’s a reason summer is so popular!).
Electronics
One phone. One charging cable. One pair of headphones. One portable charger.
Voila.
Shoes. You do need a spree pair. But just one.
Without fail, travelers from around the globe seem to think that there’s a chance, albeit slim, that they will be approached while exploring a cathedral or park and asked to supply the shoes for a Milan fashion week model who left their shoes on the train. It’s not going to happen. You need two pairs of shoes (both practical and multipurpose) and a plastic bag tucked into your spare pair. Why a spare pair and a plastic bag? Because nothing will ruin your day faster when traveling than meeting like-minded souls and enjoying their company, whilst all the time trying to stand on an angle at a safe enough distance such that they won’t realize you’ve trodden in dog muck.
Toiletries
Travel size shampoos and toothpaste are available. Avoid packing enough toiletries to last your whole trip. The world has shops. You can stock up on toiletries while traveling with tremendous ease.
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