Emergency preparedness toolkit for travel: 25 proven ideas
Updated January 7, 2026 Setbacks happen, even to the most seasoned among us. It’s part of the travel experience. Having an emergency preparedness toolkit can go a long way to lessening the impact when adversity strikes. What’s your state of readiness for dealing...
10 Worthwhile reasons to pack a travel clothesline
It doesn’t matter whether you plan to do laundry or not on your travels. Other than air-drying laundry, there are many worthwhile reasons to pack a travel clothesline. It’s handy for hanging a wet swimsuit, ski wear, or a damp rain jacket. A packable version is...
13 Useful reasons to travel with dry bags
Updated January 2, 2026 A lightweight dry bag is a useful multipurpose item worth its weight in gold if you need to keep something dry. But what are the other reasons to travel with dry bags? What is a dry bag? Dry bags are designed to keep gear organized,...
How to use a basic pack-by-numbers system to pack light
Updated January 1, 2026 If you’d like to find ways to limit the amount of clothing you pack, have you come across the pack-by-numbers system? It’s a strategy adopted by many travellers committed to one-bag or carry-on travel. What is the pack-by-numbers system?...
15 Best carry-on bags according to travel bloggers
Updated December 20, 2025 What are the best carry-on bags in the 35- to 50-litre range? These are often referred to as ‘standard’ carry-on bags that are stowed in an overhead locker during a flight, different from a smaller ‘personal item’ that...About
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