One Bag Travel Essentials You Need For Every Trip

A reusable laundry bag and a shawl are a must for me now! If I don't get a chance to do my laundry or if things don't dry, it's a much needed way to separate the good and bad clothes. It can also double as a carry bag for any quick pickups where they don't provide plastic or other bags (groceries, etc.) depending on its size. Some airlines take away or don't provide a blanket before landing and some of them are rough on my skin. Having my own shawl gives me piece of mind and comfort allowing me to take an undisturbed nap during my travel. This helps for long layovers as well!

To save space in your liquids bag, take solid shampoo and conditioner. I also like to “live” out of my travel toiletry containers before the trip, for the same amount of time I’ll be traveling, to check how much of each item I’ll really use.

A couple things I don't often see mentioned, that are absolute ESSENTIALS for me: 1. Earplugs. Sometimes you don't want to listen to anything, including podcasts, music, crying babies, gossiping aunties, street traffic from the poorly insulated window, etc. I bought some Mack's branded ones at HEB and they're a total lifesaver. Also came with a little carrying pill. 2. Low profile earbuds/headphones. This might be more niche to me (I have small ears) but in many countries, Southeast Asia, Latin America, you might find yourself wearing a lot of helmets. The wrong earbuds make my ears ache in minutes. I have these Bluetooth neckband style LG HBS-XL7. Love them. Also, bonus, since they fit IN my ear and not ON they also do a good job of cancelling noise even when off.

Good video again. Just one thing: could you please use measurements in both freedom-units and metric? I am sure you have a lot of viewers from other parts of the world who would also appreciate it

Having packing cubes or alternatives in order to organise the pack is definitely a must. Meanwhile I found it useful to have also some hard shell containers instead of using exclusively soft packing cubes for items such as chargers or usb sticks etc., since the pins of the chargers or similar parts might break and/or damage other items in the bag during travel. Found these protecting covers for hard drives (external hard drive cases resp. caddies for 2,5" drives) are simply the best for me for such purposes. Damn cheap and light weight and they keep forever. Instead of using soft packing cubes it might also make sense to use as an alternative one of these foldable backbacks of daypack size. In that way you can organise your stuff during travel and you have always an (additional) daypack with you at your destination. I can recommend the ones from Matador or other high end brands as well as cheaper ones (like e.g. from Decathlon) for such purposes, they all might do the job. I prefer the matadors since when not used as backpack I can roll-close them further as usual, means their size is nicely adjustable (what doesn't work so fine with a rucksack with other closing principles like e.g. a zip). Concerning refillable hydration containers, I do not use rollable/collapsible water containers other than the ones I need for my water filtration system (sawyer). Doesn't make much sense for me to shrink bottles when empty if I still have to keep the space in the pack for when they are filled, and usually these rollable/foldable/collapsible thingies also don't keep for so long. Most of them seem to be made for cold water only, same as many soft drink bottles they are not really useable as bed bottles (filled with boiling hot water) but might even get damaged by hot water or if you kick them with your feet. And of course you cannot put them on a flame for boiling the water ... Stainless steel bottles or those made from titanium work not only as hydration containers but can also be used for other purposes such as being a rolling pin e.g. for preparing some pan bread/chappaties, or work as improvised iron (filled with hot water and rolled over your stuff the wrinkles are gone).

I always carry: lightweight scarf (in summer) or warm shawl (in winter). Fanny pack/bum bag [for rescue inhaler and essentials like nail file, ChapStick, tissue, pain meds, ear plugs] - I even wear it in the house. I always wear a bandana tied on wrist or bag handle. I always clip a packable tote bag to suitcase handle - used as tote bag and laundry bag on road trips. My collapsible water bottle is always clipped to carabiner. Does not have weird taste - but sort of floppy when trying to stand up full of water.. Recently I've been snapping a neck pillow on handle of suitcase. On my last trip I tried an experiment of wearing my PJs instead of packing them - saved LOTS of space - and looked presentable, enough to go out for lunch with a friend!

Nice video. I tried the charging cables with adaptors for different ports. They are very, very slow. Not good for scenarios where a quick charge is desired, yet ok if you've overnight. For a quick charge, a dedicated cable is better, imho.

I love using the Peak Design everyday Backpack 30l because it has plenty of room AND you can remove the dividers for camera gear which is such a helpful feature it has 2 big side compartment for easy access from the sides and has hidden features it is definitely one of the best Backpack for traveling or for photography

I purchased a folding walking pole (Alps Mountaineering Conquest) for my adventures. Easily fits in my bag (I only travel with one bag, have for years) and opens to a full 135CM height. Also have compressible bottle for liquids. I now carry toothpaste tablets (t-brush, mint flavor) for less weight (they come in glass container, change that out) and no spill. They can be broken in two for the same effect. Happy trails.

3:07 brought up a really interesting topic. Lately I've been struggling with keeping clothes wrinkle free when traveling. I see this and instantly think "there's no way that's not going to be wrinkled by the time it's needed to wear". I think a video covering this topic would be really helpful, if you could. Thanks

For the ladies… the Kipling card wallets are low profile too. Good quality and great prices… especially at their outlet stores. I have a 6 card holder with a little leash and a clip at the end to attach to a pant belt loop…it fits in a back pocket or leash inside your purse. It would be nice to see some more female specific goodies and tech too. I have seen a few vids about female packing lists… would love more content on female specific packs and other items like some nice travel perfumes or soap bars? Lush “honey I washed my hair” is very good for the allergy sufferers cuz it’s a mild scent imho.

Aside from the standard battery banks and wireless headphones, a travel accessory that I think is a must is a microfiber towel. Ypuohoria size L is an amazing product, and I think it comes with a baby option perfect for drying your hands or forehead when it's hot.

You had me at backpack. I just when I see these ppl go on about their carry-on only packing then whip out a massive suitcase. I don't get it. Also I can vouch for the hydrapac collapsible waterbottle. So handy and no leaks (even when upside down, as is recommended for sub-zero hiking)

Sure - wallet in your back pocket is perfect idea 😄

Learning to be more efficient with packing for each trip I take...thanks. 😁

A cashmere sweater and rain jacket can keep you almost as warm as a winter weight jacket. I always travel with a hat and gloves.

You had me at backpack. I just 🙄 when I see these ppl go on about their carry-on only packing then whip out a massive suitcase. I don't get it. Also I can vouch for the hydrapac collapsible waterbottle. So handy and no leaks (even when upside down, as is recommended for sub-zero hiking)

Lol. All of this recommended stuff is in my EDC bag... I also have a usb fan and a smaller powerbank, which has saved my life severals times, when I had to wait somewhere very hot. I also have the Sea to Summit self inflating seat, that came in so handy when my Grandma visited for the holidays. It's a great cushion, that doesn't take up much room when deflated, and is waterproof. I also have wet wipes, and a homemade IFAK, just in case...

Love the recommendations... just too pricey for me. 'Will have to check more budget-friendly alternatives. Thank you for this!

My “one unique essential” is a foam neck brace usually used by whiplash sufferers. It’s the only sleeping collar that fits close enough, high enough, and tight enough to support my head when sleeping inflight sitting up. Surprisingly cheap. The foam versions that close with Velcro, not the translucent plastic ones which are too bulky and uncomfortable.