(Part 3) Reddit mentions: The best luggage & travel gear

1.) Something that is grey: Sculpy! From my cosplay wishlist! :D

2.) Something reminiscent of rain: This hair accessory from my Silly Fun list! I don't know if they're meant to, but the blue bits remind me of raindrops. <3

3.) Something food related that is unusual: Food picks from my Silly Fun list! Maybe not super unusual in Japan, but here in America I doubt you'd see them often.

4.) Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself: This book off my Books wishlist of course! It's for my husband, who's a huge fan of the Elder Scrolls games. I like them, too, but I doubt I'd ever read this.

5.) A book I should read: The Invisible Gorilla, again, off my Books list. I read almost a third of this book while hidden in a book store one day. It's an absolutely fascinating study (or rather, collection of studies) about how much trust we place in our own faulty intuitions.

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related: Barely, but this nautical star decal! Unfortunately, it's not on any of my lists.

7.) Something related to cats: Another from my Books wishlist! I'm pretty sure I already know my cat wants to kill me, but this book looks funny anyway.

8.) Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it: Stationary, from my Silly Fun list. I have no one to write to, but I have an obsession with pretty stationary and cards and things. I'm usually too afraid to write on it, even, because nothing ever seems worthy of the pretty paper...

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life: From my Movies/TV list: Braveheart! Because FREEEDOOOOOOM!!!!!

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain: Survival knife from my Adventure wishlist! Secluded, unpopulated areas are best for hiding from zombies, and this thing even comes with a firestarter! HOW CAN YOU SAY NO?

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals: This book which is, strangely, on my Semi-Practical list. I'm a Math/Physics major, but I haven't been in school in quite a while. I'm about to go back very soon, and I'm a little petrified of failing out.

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items: Red Heart yarn from my Crochet wishlist!

13.) The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item: The PS4 from my Video Games list. I'm an avid gamer. Video games are how I relax. It's one of the few things that, no matter how crappy my day was, always manages to raise my spirits and help me forget about it all.

14.) Something bigger than a bread box: Apparently bread boxes are way bigger than I thought, so I'll go with this desk off my Semi-Practical wishlist. Surely that's big enough! XD

15.) Something smaller than a golf ball: Turtle earrings off my Silly Fun list! THEY'RE SO CUTE!

16.) Something that smells wonderful: Teavana's Blueberry Bliss tea off my Silly Fun list (yet again). If you've never been in a Teavana store, go this second and just...inhale. <3

17.) A (SFW) toy: Frog mitt from my Practical list. I'm fairly certain this isn't supposed to be a toy, but I get the feeling I'm going to spend more time using it as a puppet than as an oven mitt.

18.) Something that would be helpful for going back to school: This backpack from my Semi-Practical list! I want it so badly!! IT'S STUDIO GHIBLI HOW AWESOME IS THAT?

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be: 12 Hole Ocarina from my Ocarina wishlist. It's so beautiful and it comes with a Lord of the Rings songbook and I just LOVE IT SO MUCH.

20.) Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand: Shark sleeping bag from my Silly Fun wishlist! You need me to explain it's awesome?? REALLY? IT'S A SHARK SLEEPING BAG. It looks like the shark is eating you!! Plus it's called the "Chumbuddy" and that just makes me laugh way harder than it should.

Fear cuts deeper than swords!

Ooh, one of my favorite things to think about. Off the top of my head:

• Favorite travel backpack: Porter 30 (used to be the REI Trail 40 - go for this if you don't need a separate laptop sleeve, but I do). Front-loading with chest and hip straps - so good!
  
  
• Favorite daypack: Travelon Anti-Theft. The fabric is slash-proof and it has lots of useful compartments while still being small.
  
  
• Favorite purse: Lug quilted crossbody purses (they call it the Lug Skipper Shoulder Pouch, but it's definitely a crossbody purse). I like these because they're good for casual/athleisure outfits, which I usually wear when traveling. Optimize that cute/comfy combo. :) I wear Fossil crossbody purses for looking fancy.
  
  
• Water Bottle: I like Aquasana water bottles because they're lightweight and have built-in carbon filters.
  
  
• Packing Cubes: TOTAL CONVERT. The Eagle Creek ones are the best, but the Ebags ones are good too. Amazon sells so many now - one of my favorite Youtube channels just designed their own too!
  
  Things that I've found haven't helped much: inflatable/memory foam neck pillows, ear plugs, and eye masks. I'm a finicky plane sleeper, clearly, and always hoped those things would help more than they actually did.
  
  I could seriously keep typing all about travel gear all day! I have a huge Amazon wishlist! I'd love to hear thoughts on items like rinse-free detergent and turkish towels. And merino wool things. You'll always see recommendations for merino wool!

You can probably skip 1, 2, and 5 in my opinion. One and two might apply to larger families with kids and strollers but I don't need to lug around an $700+ camera all day or bother with water bottles when water fountains or free water can be found in pretty much all theme parks. Headphones in line? They'd arrest you at Universal if you had so much as a cell phone and you think your headphones will make it through the ride? Bleh. Also, do most theme parks allow you to bring outside food and drinks into the park? I just assumed it was a general rule that they did not. If the plan is to bring your own food, you're better off leaving it in the car, hopefully in a well iced cooler to protect it from the summer heat all day.

I'll tell you what to bring instead:

• Lightweight, sweat-wicking, quick-dry clothing. Good for the heat of the day and water rides. I'm pretty much a walking Underarmour ad at theme parks, I'm even wearing quick-drying mesh underwear and sweat-wicking socks.
  
• A slimmed down version of your wallet. You don't need your grocery store loyalty card or library card. You need an ID, a credit card, your ticket, and maybe some cash. Those can fit in a slim-profile wallet of some sort. If you're like me I put something like this underneath my shirt so my pockets don't feel like they're weighing me down. It also doubles as an easy way to hide your items from inspection if you intend to circumvent strict riding policies. The strap isn't coming off and the pockets are all zippers and velcro. It's secure. Usually fits the cards I mention plus my phone.
  
• Rechargeable battery pack, to be left in a storage locker. Seriously, don't bother carrying this around with you everywhere. Retrieve it during lunch, charge your phone, then return it to storage. I've seen a lot of theme parks installing phone charging stations (Busch Gardens VA has several for example) so you may not even need that pack, assuming you don't mind paying to charge. I would probably bring mine.
  
• Car keys. You probably want to get back in your car at some point. You can store these in the locker with your battery pack, you don't need them until you leave.
  
• Your phone. Entertain yourself in line with some web browsing or mobile gaming. Also doubles as a camera so you don't need to carry about your photo bag. You'll have to sort out whether or not they'll let you bring it on the ride though. I'd probably find a way to leave it in a storage locker all day with my car keys and battery pack if they made me store it before I could ride.
  
• Sunscreen and maybe some sunglasses. I've found most of the time I can keep my sunglasses with me but if you're somewhere without that option, maybe just sunscreen up before entering the park and leave the sunglasses in the car. You could also put them in a storage locker but I find that defeats the purpose. I'd rather squint all day than have to store them in a locker every time I wanted to ride something.

I too have a phobia of the sun, not because of a legit good reason like you have, but due to the fact that I am crazy. :) I'm almost 40 and have not had a sunburn since I was in middle school... and I go to the beach almost every year. Here's what I do. (besides apply copious amounts of sunscreen every hour..)

Coolibar is a great company with all manner of sun protection items you can wear, as well as sunshades and uv umbrellas. These clothes (most of them!) are cute and offer spf 50 for the life of the item. I have this in white and wear it all the time.
I'd get a cute parasol for the actual wedding. I have several and every time I carry one I get tons of compliments. I usually order them from Amazon. this one is pretty. Search for both "parasol" as well as "uv umbrella" to get the most options.

I hope this helps you to worry less!! Do go and have fun!

As a woman who normally carries a purse, I don't do it on big trips. For flights I put everything in my carry on (which is a backpack), with super important stuff - money & passport - in a belt pouch. Once I get where I am going, I unfold my travel daypack and keep the extra things in it - medicine, sunglasses, rainjacket, etc. - with some room left for souvenirs.

not crazy about this one, but haven't found a better one.

Mostly it's about efficient carrying. I can't carry a backpack and a purse without feeling like a pack mule. I used to do this, but I'm done with it. I like ONE bag.

Edit: want to add to this... I also bring one pair of slip-on shoes and one pair of good walking shoes. The slip-ons are what I wear while flying (good for getting through security where you have to take your shoes off and good for easily taking off your shoes on a long flight). They are also nice for when I want to dress up a little (I don't bring a lot of super dressy stuff, but I mean like casual rather than hiking). But then they are not comfy enough for long distance walking, so I bring my running shoes for that.

First off you have my sympathies, for your loss. And some internet hugs! I've never lost anyone so I can't say I understand, but I know it hurts and im sorry.

I included a bunch of things to represent what I think people might have on their wishlists. If I win Sort My Priorities and surprise me!

Japanese Candy kit I'm sure snacks are a big hit on peoples WLs. I want one of these specifically for my son.

Backpack/rucksack Classes are starting back up for many including me so these might be in high demand soon.

New Shoes Again classes are starting soon, if not for parents maybe for their kids. OR maybe people need new shoes to prepare for a climate change. I live in Indiana and weather is insane, so I try to always have boots and flats.

Seeds I have a ton of seeds on my WLs. They are usually cheap, and they make my yard pretty!

Thanks so much for hosting, and good luck everyone. I wish your Debit card super speed on its journey to you!

This is a bit of an investment at first, but Timbuk2 bags last at least 15 years (I know people who have had them for that long, my boyfriend has had his for 7, and I just got a new one. All in very good condition). A classic messenger can be $40, rainproof (which is mostly why I'm mentioning it), and last forever and a half. I would suggest a size "medium" if you're just carrying your laptop and other flat rectangular things like papers and notebooks. If you're also wanting to carry extra shoes or things like that you might want a large.

You'll also want fenders for sure.

I don't know anything about gears so I can't help you with that.

You should get a front light and a tail light. These are what I have, they're very small and simple and easy to take off. You can probably shop around and find something that suits you best, but in general Planet Bike is a very good brand.

> It's not formulated to be water resistant

Actually, it is.

I don't think a water resistant sunscreen as amazingly resistant as Biore Perfect Milk is being "rinsed off" by the toner. I think the real reason why OP's method leaves her skin looking better is simply because the product containing the drying ingredient (alcohol) is being applied before the hydrating products (instead of afterwards when it would undo some of that hydration) and well-hydrated skin looks much better than dry/dehydrated skin.

/u/stbay1217, the best answer to your question is...I don't know.

Most sources, including the Skin Cancer Foundation recommend applying sunscreen after moisturizing, but there are also professionals that believe that applying it before is better. How sure are you that this method has been providing you with adequate sun protection? Unless you have access to a UV camera to see if your method provides adequate sun protection, it's probably pretty hard, if not impossible, to tell. You'd be better off consulting a dermatologist about this if you want to continue using your method, because as helpful as the internet can be, it's not a perfect substitute for a professional giving you personalized advice. If seeing a dermatologist is not an option for you, then find a sunscreen that you feel comfortable applying after moisturizing (or at least use additional sun protection such as a parasol or a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors).

The pagoda ones will work. And there are a ton of others. this is one of the ones I plan on picking up at some point. and this one comes in tons of colors. Lacey touches but still uv base. And for more functional than looks this one claims 95% uv protection in a little portable package :)

annnnnd now I am shopping parasols again. lol

edit: this is super cute! 50% protective and adorable, I wish it was in a non pastel

The most useful thing you can get when it comes to travel is a collapsable, stuff sack travel backpack. I had one when I was backpacking in Europe a couple summers ago and it was the greatest. I could dump my travel sack off at the hostels and just put a few things that I needed to carry around in the backpack. It was extremely helpful. I think I got mine at Walmart, actually, for $5 but this one on Amazon looks like it's way better quality.

I also recommend adding some Ritter chocolate if you haven't had it. It's German and it's the best. It's seriously the only chocolate I eat. it's fantastic. And it comes in a ton of different types.

I have one I use whenever I’m doing a theme park trip or something else where I’m going to be on the go all day, but I don’t use it outside of that (but I also don’t normally carry a purse). I think small ones can look cute if you’re dressed sporty or casual (cutoffs and a graphic tee and sneakers are my go to). It’s definitely super practical—most theme parks don’t even require you to put them in a locker while you ride things, so that’s how I started using mine. I use this one. I sometimes will bring it out for music festivals or the state fair, but I don’t wear it much outside of that.

Hey! So I found my scrappy little pack list I had before I left. Hope this helps at all :)

• Bring strapless bra
  
• Underwater camera!!!!!!
  
• Download Hola (hola.org) this one!!! This is GREAT for watching shows abroad
  
• Health Insurance - World Nomads
  
• Power of attorney
  
  
• Berry Plus Laundry Detergent
  
• 4x (2 boxes)
  
• Contact Solution
  
• Tampons (lots)
  
• Lancome Mascara
  
• MAC powder
  
• Revlon Eyeliner 2x
  
• Eye drops
  
• Watch (you don't want to be pulling out your phone to tell the time)
  
• Electrolyte packets
  
• Tennis shoes
  
• New sandals
  
• Gear Ties
  
• Clothing line
  
• Universal Sink Stopper
  
• Deck of cards
  
• Journal
  
• Packing Cubes
  
• Kindle
  
• Adapters
  
• Quick dry towel
  
• Memory cards
  
• Ear plugs
  
• Sleep Mask
  
• SF refrigerator magnets for hosts
  
• Alarm clock (Don't use your phone - not good to leave out)
  
• Headlamp
  
• Bamboo utensils
  
• Carabiner
  
• iPad with Logitech keyboard case
  
• Good head phones
  
• Anti-malaria pills
  
• Pepto bismol
  
• Cipro
  
• Advil
  
• Pink eye eye drops (you never know!)
  
• Sleeping pills
  
• Small brush
  
• Toilettry Bag
  
• Rain jacket
  
• Fleece
  
• kleen canteen
  
• Combo padlocks (combo better than key - if you lose the key you're screwed)
  
• Sun dress
  
• New Tivas? - Take old tivas to cobbler
  
• Bottle opener
  
• Scarf
  
• Combo+wire cord to tie the backpack to a bed
  
• Sea to Summit Mini Backpack
  
• Manicuring scissors/file/tweezers
  
• Steripod Toothbrush cover
  
• Toothbrush
  
• Mini First Aid Kit
  
• Razors (gotta stay fresh!)
  
• Shampoo & Conditioner
  
• Flats
  
• Mini Sewing Kit
  
• Hand sanitizer
  
• Epipen
  
• Neosporin
  
• Ziplock baggies (big and small)
  
• Face lotion (x3)
  
• New Bra/undies
  
• Flip flops for showers (old navy)
  
• Super glue
  
• Cliff bars
  
• New Jeans
  
• Backpack - Osprey Waypoint 85
  
• Backpack rain cover
  
• Mini umbrella
  
• Dry Bag
  
• Stuff sack for laundry
  
• Shoe bags
  
• Grocery Bag
  
• Leather strap over purse
  
• Kleenex
  
• Q-tips
  
• Deoderant
  
• Hair ties
  
• Shower gel
  
• Pajamas
  
• Travel Pillow
  
• Sleep sack
  
• tent?
  
  
• Check contact prescription
  
• New glasses
  
• Check up
  
• Get immunizations - yellow immunizations card!
  
• Get a youth card through STA (see 13 ways link above)
  
  
• India
  
• Vietnam
  
• (Dual citizen to Spain - don't need visa for Brazil)
  

It was tough because on my first attempt at packing I couldn't nearly fit everything in my bag so I basically halved it and brought only the/my essentials. It took some time, but eventually it worked! So from top-ish to bottom-ish here is how I packed!

• My T3 Canon
  
  
• phone
  
  
• I had a brick shaped flexible container for toiletries: toothbrush, 2 travel toothpastes, mini/tiny pill box with ibuprofen, razor, travel lotion, stridex face pads because I'm a little crazy about keeping my face clean, comb, Dr. Bronner's soap, travel conditioner, chapstick, face sunscreen, glasses, I love my mascara so yeah I definitely brought it, deodorant, bobby pins and hair ties **After washing my hair a couple times with Dr. Bronner's it morphed into rigid, greasy straw so I grudgingly bought some actual shampoo
  
  
• Baseball cap, didn't even use it
  
  
• I used Eagle Creek packing cubes for clothes and small random things in the packs main body. I bought this set and divided it like so:
  
  
• large clothes in largest packing cube: 1 pair of jeans, 1 black mini-ish skirt, 1 pair of black tights, 3 tops, 1 scarf, 1 flannel, 1 casual dress **I couldn't fight the urge and ended up buying some clothes from my favorite store while I was gone, but they all fit since I packed so light!
  
  
• compact clothes in the middle size cube: 1 pair of dry-fit capris, 1 dry-fit top, 3 pairs of ExOfficio underwear, 1 bathing suit, 3 bras, 1 bandana
  
  
• electronics and etc in the smallest cube: locker lock, camera charger, simple EU outlet adapter from REI, some random jewelry, phone charger, headphones, extra SD cards
  
  
• Used a small clutch to store my contacts. I wear dailies so there were a lot of them
  
  
• Large travel/camping quick dry towel from REI
  
  
• Chacos, black oxfords, and shitty flat sandals
  
  
• In the bottom compartment of my pack (the part you can zip to be separate from the main body of the bag) I put a day back pack, a jacket that matched most of my clothes, and my Eno hammock and straps. I only got to use the hammock for hammock-ing twice, but it was dope and I'm still glad I brought it. The other times I used the hammock as sheets if hostels didn't have any included and as a blanket on "sleeper" trains.
  
  
• In the secret pockets (aka not the main body of the pack) I put my sunglasses and case, water bottle, money wallet, and travel journal and pen. I also brought a mini quick dry hand/face towel but made the stupid mistake of clipping it to the outside of my pack and lost it by the time we got to our first city.
  
  
  Sorry for delving into some hardcore detail! Hope that actually answers your question!
  
  
  
  Edit: formatting stuff, still new to this not lurking thing

You can set up your China phone for international roaming. An alternative would be to get a simple China phone for voice calls and then a phone with Google Fi set up on it for your data needs. There's no extra charge for being overseas (data + text - with all the communications apps, you shouldn't have to call anyone anyways)

https://fi.google.com/about/rates/

Yeah. Its always going to be more expensive shipping stuff from the US but that's the price you pay for living in a first world country. When you're getting ready to move back to the states, its better that you take the stuff that you care about with you. The boxes that China Post uses are cheap and I've had them fall apart shipping between cities within China and also fall apart shipping things back to the states. And the fact that the post office people put together the boxes for you means that you can't just encase the entire box in tape.

If I were you and I had a lot of stuff to bring, I'd just bring a third suitcase. That's 30-40 lbs of additional stuff that you can bring along, which will be a lot cheaper than shipping.

Either way, you should get a portable luggage scale so you can go right up to the weight limit:

i.e.

https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Luggage-Scale-Dunheger-Guide/dp/B00OF8YQJE/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1518402559&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=luggage+scale&psc=1

VPNs - it'll depend on the vendor. Some have one for all devices, some have multiple. You'll need to do some research into that though. There's plenty of information on this subreddit. I've already left the country for good so I don't know what works anymore.

Yeah. The amount of pollution changes all the time. You should get yourself an air purifier for your home when you get there. Your lungs and your health will thank you for it.

http://www.mi.com/en/air2/

I can't tell you what to bring back - I haven't spent enough time in Italy to acquire the truly obscure - but on packing I can comment.

https://www.reddit.com/r/alcohol/comments/5zd0ub/comment/dexanri?st=J1AY6Y9C&sh=e4a2ae05

I've probably packed at least a couple bottles of booze in a suitcase a dozen, maybe 15 times now over the last 4-5 years. I've never had a bottle break despite flying to/from Poland and India, Australia, the US, South Africa, the Philippines, and a bunch of places in Europe. Multiple layovers per trip, the whole nine yards.

First, see if you can't possibly take your booze in your cabin luggage. You often can IF you purchase it in the airport and it's packed in one of those security bags with the receipt. So keep that in mind.

Second, if you want to visit a bottle shop/liquor store//whatever in-country and buy something, then...

Prep:

• Use a hard-sided suitcase. Don't even try this with a soft-sided job
  
• Keep a couple CLEAN pair of mid-length socks handy.
  
• Bring 4-6 sturdy plastic bags (24" x 18" or so, the sort you tend to get in duty-free) with you
  
• If possible, bring some bubble wrap and/or that tissue paper stuff with you
  
  Wrapping:
  
• A clean sock goes over the bottle. This is just in case it breaks so the glass doesn't go everywhere
  
• Now wrap it in that tissue paper stuff
  
• Now wrap it in one of those plastic bags
  
• Now wrap it in as many shirts as you have (or half of them if two bottles, a third if three, etc). Fold the sleeves in so there's extra material protecting your bottle. Don't worry too much about padding top and bottom of the bottle
  
• Now wrap it in your trousers
  
• Now put it in another big plastic bag
  
  Packing in the suitcase:
  
• I now usually pack it opposite of the side that has the handle bars.
  
• If I can shove in a bunch of stuff around the (now) giant plastic bags so that they won't move around, I'll do it.
  
• I will also pack the bottles against the bottom (wheels) side of the suitcase so that they aren't dropping the length of the suitcase the first time I pick it up and wheel it around
  
• Nothing hard, sharp, or heavy is near my bottles. I will often pack some shoes around/near the plastic bags ...but not my steel-toe shoes
  
  What about the extra weight???
  
• First, pack light. You should probably be about 1.7 kg (3.75 lb) under the max weight limit per bottle you think you're going to bring back
  
• If you don't have one of those luggage scales (amazon.com or amazon.co.uk) (and you really should have one) then...
  
• Know that a 1L bottle of booze weighs around 1650 gr (3.65 lb)
  
• Know that a 700 ml bottle of booze weighs around 1490 gr (3.3 lb) if it seems to have a thick glass bottom and around 1140 gr (2.5 lb) if it seems to have a thin glass bottom
  
• Know that a 500 ml bottle of booze weighs around 980 gr (2.15 lb)
  
  It's my opinion that if you follow the advice above you'll probably be ok.

For low light situations i think getting an attachment with an LED light on it would work, because in the previous streams the only drawback besides D/C from s8 in buildings is the low light performance.

https://www.amazon.com/AMIR-Rechargeable-Adjustable-Brightness-Smartphones/dp/B01N985HG0/ref=pd_sim_107_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N985HG0&pd_rd_r=425SS243P73HQVMCA10Y&pd_rd_w=hqXqy&pd_rd_wg=64VDg&psc=1&refRID=425SS243P73HQVMCA10Y

it doesn't have to specifically be this product but, if it's attached to a wide angle lens and has a LED light it might be perfect unless you want him to get an LED light for the actual selfie stick. (i would much rather prefer Ice switching to the teradek system inside clubs just so the low light performance is the best it can be)

If you are going to be sending like 6 powerbanks (i'm serious send over 5 powerbanks) to easily charge get a multi usb super charger

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YRYS4T4/ref=psdc_12557637011_t2_B00P936188

Of course you want to send more adapters for the different outlets, multiple because the hotels only send him one.

Losing his wallet is shitty content now, plus he will be going to places where there are a fuckton of pick pockets. Solve two problems with this.

https://www.amazon.com/Venture-4th-Travel-Blocking-Passport/dp/B014UULU7M/ref=pd_bxgy_468_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01FWC56RW&pd_rd_r=H5N9JTAB5A6T5SGT075J&pd_rd_w=0S218&pd_rd_wg=Oy2iJ&refRID=H5N9JTAB5A6T5SGT075J&th=1

Ice can wear this around his neck, and just pull it out to show ID and take out cash and his credit card, leave his passport with his other shit. Put a reminder to always tuck it back into his tshirt when he isn't using it.

For the weather:

Here is a drypack, so the powerbanks and extra phones/wires don't get wet.

https://www.amazon.com/Chaos-Ready-Waterproof-Backpack-Snowboarding/dp/B01BIN27SA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1499109716&sr=8-5&keywords=dry+pack

If that won't work with the teradek backup, just get a poncho

https://www.amazon.com/Frogg-Toggs-Action-Poncho-Blue/dp/B00DIGKQH0/ref=sr_1_7?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1499109863&sr=1-7&keywords=poncho

If tried to find a waterproof case but I'm not sure if they would work with the stick/wide angle lens, since you will be sending him the equipment please look into a something that could both use a wide angle lens on top of a waterproof case.

Also tell him to buy a couple more S8's. I know that is a huge investment but this retard is gonna break everything. And obviously get him unthrottled internet anyway possible.

Goodluck manager.

Some thoughts:

• Luggage- your briefcase is a VERY important investment. It says a lot about you and also is the item you'll use most often to carry everything. Getting a nice briefcase had a huge impact for me. DO NOT check a bag ever ever ever ever. You'll get faster at packing as you go on and will have more and more room in your suitcase as you eliminate things you truly don't need. Get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002YIRBU8/ref=twister_B002YIPBI2
  
  
• Ipad- Absolutely essential in case you're stressed on the road and want to watch something but don't want to watch that something on your work laptop (ahem)
  
  
• Suits- not important much if you're going to be doing only work domestically, but abroad or for banks everyone wears suits, so it's good to acquire them sooner rather than later
  
  
• Shampoo- hotel shampoo sucks after too many nights in a row-- really raw scalp. bring some mini shampoos with you
  
  
• Good earbuds so that you can tune out others and take calls without holding the phone up
  
  
• Extra chargers, because important people forget them and then are grateful that you are prepared
  
  
• Get business cards right away...never know who you're going to meet on a flgiht!
  
  
• GET GLOBAL ENTRY AND SIGN UP FOR TSA PRE-CHECK IMMEDIATELY. IT WILL SAVE YOU HOURS.

I'll check out those videos. That Sony is a perfect travel camera. Make sure you get lots of practice before you leave.

I was gone for two weeks in September and didn't go much into the Alps or anything, so I could pack pretty light. One pair of shoes (light, breathable, grey, not flashy), 4-5 pair of ExOfficio boxers, 5 pair of socks, belt, swim shorts, mesh shorts, cargo shorts, and a nice pair of grey pants, a nice button down long sleeve, a breathable polo shirt, and a few band tshirts. About 4-5 total outfits, I bought a few shirts on the trip too. My socks and shoes ended up being a terrible combo becasue I got terrible blisters from all the walking I did after only a few days. My fault for not testing new stuff before I left.

I knew that I would want to do laundry, and a few of my AirBnBs had that. I did have to kill 90mins in Florence one night doing laundry. Not a big deal. Again, if it wasn't for all my camera stuff, I would heave easily fit everything into my one backpack. But during transit days, I had my larger backpack and a cheap, smaller, packable daypack. Then when I got to the hotel/AirBnB, I unloaded the small pack and took that out with me. I'd put my camera and an extra lens in there, maybe some snacks and water, and maybe a different shirt. This was a great system for me.

One final tip would be get a set of packing cubes, they're great for staying organized and keeping dirty clothes away from clean. I love these which compress the stuff inside: amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y3P22BR/

One other complication was that on my return trip from Milan to Frankfurt, Lufthansa forced me to check my heavy bag for being overweight whereas United didn't care when I left from Chicago. But you probably won't have an issue with that.

Oops, yeah I totally forgot to take and upload some pics. I'll see if I can get some uploaded soon.

My thoughts so far: I'm very happy. I think the mini is the perfect size for how I pack (minimally and light). It's actually larger than I thought it would be even though I did check the measurements.

The canvas is really nice. Strong and clearly will be able to take a beating. The zippers run smooth and without any catches. Love the leather handles. Sturdy and smooth, soft leather.

The one downside is probably the strap. It's not bad at all, but when the bag is packed fully, I can see it messing with my shoulder if I have to haul it for prolonged times. I might look at buying the leather strap they sell as an upgrade.

I took the bag on a weekend trip and I had plenty of room to spare. A bit too much, actually. I could probably go for an even smaller version of this bag as a weekender. The mini to me will be a fine week long trip bag.

To give an example of what I packed (I use Eagle Creek packing cubes. this set: Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Cube Set and this set of "pack-it sacs" Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Sac Set), here's a list (I'm borrowing size references from one of the amazon reviews):

1. Large packing cube (~10 x 14" - roughly the size of a large-format magazine).
   
2. Two of the Medium packing cubes (9" x 7" - about the size of a small cereal box).
   
3. One normal sized leather dopp kit.
   
4. The large and medium sizes of the packing "sacs" were used. I use the large one as my dirty clothes bag, the middle sized one for cables, sketchbook, kindle), small one for
   
5. Camera in camera bag (a panasonic g3)
   
   On the way down the clothes in there were:
   
   
6. 2 t-shirts
   
7. pajama pants
   
8. tank top
   
9. bathing suit
   
10. 4 pairs of socks
    
11. 3 boxers
    
    Coming back I was wearing the shorts, so the jeans I had been wearing on the way down were packed instead.
    
    All of that fit with enough room in the bag to still be able to collapse the top part of the bag down. It had a good 5" or so to spare as clearance still.
    
    The other thing I will mention is that the good and bad of the canvas is that the bag has no shape on its own. Until you stuff it with your gear, the bag is going to flop in on itself. This is bad if you do not have the bag packed enough to give it some shape. This is great if you plan on packing this bag into a bigger bag on a trip. It folds down smaller than a pair of jeans.
    
    Hope that helps!
    
    I'll try and get pics up soon.
    
    

I've noticed lots of wrinkled suits on the trail. I just got this bag to help out with that and also to make carrying a suit easier. I like this one cause it has space for shoes too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F6BGPGC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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If there's gonna be a lot of driving, a good back pillow has been super clutch.

I don't remember the size but I love my Timbuk2 messenger bag (made for MacBook Air) and the sleeve fits the pro1 w/type cover perfectly
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002V92YJI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1382796909&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#

This one is by a brand I recognize. The small looks like it would probably work.

This one is better cause hi-viz

When shopping make sure to see if the pictures look like it'll work with your backpack. On the hi-viz one the picture reviews are good. Usually you need a little lip on the top of your pack to have the large stretchy edge hook onto. It'll make sense when you see the pics.

I use this fanny. It has a zipper pocket on the inner side up against your body that is the perfect size for a phone and pretty much impossible to get to without being noticed, they would have to squeeze their hand between the pack and your crotch to even get to the zipper. It also has a zippered pocket inside the main pocket which is also tough to get into, they would have to unzip the main pocket, reach in and unzip a second zipper - good for cash/id/etc.

Something like this https://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Undercover-Hidden/dp/B0054IH9UC?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2#immersive-view_1567217776823 is not your traditional money belt but you can keep it in your pants, loops go through your belt. I cut the waist band off my money belt and made it hook on my belt like one of these but more horizontal. More comfortable than the traditional belt thing.

Edit: stash your cash, leave it in your apartment, lock it in a safe and just carry what you need for the day.

I'm currently in the process of buying some UPF 50 hats from the Coolibar website! And have hassled my sister for days to pick a damn hat so I can buy her some hats to help protect her skin too LOL. (Meanwhile my other sister regularly uses tanning beds can you believe this?!)

I'm getting my hats from here 😃 also going to get some gloves and a sun shawl wrap
http://www.coolibar.com/category/Sun-Hats/Womens/pc/2222/2271.uts?&Filter-Size=0&Filter-Color=0

And I just got this parasol in black 😃

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01DLEU3Y4/ref=ya_st_dp_summary

I heard great things about this particular bag:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F6BGPGC/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07F6BGPGC&pd_rd_w=4nlpQ&pf_rd_p=80559f3c-f83b-49c1-8a72-40f936e9df7a&pd_rd_wg=LTyOZ&pf_rd_r=5P1KQ2B69C81RJDKWN1S&pd_rd_r=bdf52798-5a29-11e9-8ded-c79105bf1765

I haven't used it thou. But being able to start off flat and have the bag wrap around your clothes seems really cool. Kinda like the section where you can put a suit as well!

This is the bag here. It fits 2 changes of clothes, my laptop, snacks, water bottle and has a side pocket good for shoes or separating shoes or dirty clothes and 4 netting pockets on the outside as well. Fits perfectly under the seat and allows me to grab anything without having to pull it out. Been using mine for 6 years now and love it

I've been using a catalog case that I found in my parents garage. Pretty similar to this one. I can hold about 3 books, GM screen, pound of dice, deck of cards, couple miniatures, binder, notebook, and a dice case. It's pretty lightweight and looks awesome.

Packing Cubes to keep pants in one cube, shirts in another, undies in another, and so on. Trust me, this will save so much space, and it will keep your suitcase organized! If you don't want to buy packing cubes, use ziploc bags, will work the same way. Also, roll your pants instead of folding. Lastly, have an amazing time!

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Chiming in as a Desert Search And Rescue volunteer, I find these umbrellas EXTREMELY useful. I started carrying a umbrella as part of my search and rescue pack earlier this year, responding to calls in temps of 100 - 110 F, and I'm using it ALL of the time. I use them both for my patients, and as well for other rescuers or bystanders who are well enough to keep hiking but need to keep out of the sun for a while.

After carrying several throughout the last year, I've finally settled on the following one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003H1HXN6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's compact, it allows air to flow through it so a sudden gust won't destroy it, and it's relatively durable.

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It took me forever to find a backpack that was "professionally appropriate" for my type of work. I finally got this one from Solo about 6-7 years ago when I had an enormous laptop ("lapserver" as we called it) and it's been excellent. (It still looks brand new after several hundred thousand miles of weekly travel.) It has pockets in all the right places and a nice minimal aesthetic. To keep it organized even further (cables, dongles, etc.) and help me rapidly switch to different bags, I use Eagle Creek Pack-It Sacs.

I bought this "Catalog Case" on Amazon. Its cheap so I can replace it with a new one every 5 years if necessary. We are converting to EFB Jepps next year which means I'll have room in there for duty free. And no more paper amendments either...awesome.

If you are shopping for a roller bag get one that you can replace the wheels on easily, rollerblade wheels work well for a nice friction-free silent ride thru the terminal.

If you use a belt, this thing works great.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0054IH9UC/

Search for "Eagle Creek Undercover Hidden Pocket" if the link doesn't work.

I kept my passport on me for more than a year with one of those things. It's fairly comfortable.

I really like my Everest, which I heard about from Wirecutter. It's got enough pockets, easy to clean, and a separate compartment for my smelly shoes. $25.00

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005GUQCGK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I would also suggest getting some packing cubes. I got some on amazon and they are great (and were on sale at the time) So that way you can actually fit enough stuff in the single bag. I usually use the interior pockets for underware and socks, then 2x different sized packing cubes. One for tshirts, pajamas, and polos then another for my pants, the jeans are so thick they need a bag on their own. Then a little see through box for toiletries for TSA.

Edit: Here they are.

I have been thinking about getting one of these. I used to have a pack that had one built in and it was pretty awesome.

Amazing. We've used a similar old briefcase for years. No idea the concept was so popular.

Seems like many many years ago the use of hard sided briefcases became less popular and stylish and my old one had been sitting in the closet for some time. As we started using toys and videos in the bedroom we started using that to lock away from the kids.

OP should consider this, or a [locking file box](https://www.amazon.com/Stalwart-Locking-Steel-Security-Filing/dp/B01KMAN8880, or a catalog case

My husband was actually the main traveler before we met. He had never heard of them either and actually said they were unnecessary when I ordered some. Now he steals mine.. Lol.

Here is the set I have and they look brand new after almost 4 years of travel (and sharing them with my husband!). I really enjoy them!

Their workout bag is one of the best. Had it for four years without any problems.


Everest Gym Bag with Wet Pocket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GUQCGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iLICCbTR9MR7G

It's been a while since I've commuted by bike so I can't really comment on backpacks. I'm sure tons of new ones have come out in the last few years.

However, when I did have to carry clothes I used a Eagle Creek Pack-It. The clothes fold up inside of it, and then you stick it inside your backpack. It keeps slacks and shirts wrinkle free.

http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Pack-It-Folder/dp/B002YIRBU8/

I live in a swamp city, DC. Very muggy and warm during the summer.

Most women here either carry their work shoes in their bag or leave them under their desk at work (that is what I do) and wear light walking shoes that are very breathable.

Put on deodorant before going to venture to my public trans stop.

I also am one of those weirdos that have a sun umbrella for the summer. There are ones on ebay from japan that are super cute. There is nothing worse than being in work clothes and the sun beating down on you. This keeps me less sweaty and slightly cooler.

I also keep a cute folding fan in my bag for summer because I have waited at metro stations when the AC is busted. It is awful.

I like this product. It has two loops(brown and black) and you thread it through one of the loops with your belt depending on the colour so it isn't noticeable. Then you put the pouch part on the inside of your pants so it is hidden.

In a pinch I would pick up a pair of tight boxer-briefs and place the cash in a plastic bag near your private area.

I hope this helps.

What kind of bag you'll feel comfortable with depends on your office.

Timbuk2 bags are damn near bulletproof it seems. I carry this one in black and grey. They have similar bags built with laptop compartments. It's definitely the "young guy" look, but it works in an office setting where you're not surrounded by leather briefcases.

If it works for you, shop around. You can do better than the prices on the official website.

Note: You're not required to wear it crazy high up like they show on the website. I've always found that awkward.

[could be the best messenger bag ever] (http://www.amazon.com/STUDIO-GHIBLI-Fashion-Neighbor-backpack/dp/B00BK8CIL0/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=34LLK3MTGYBYF&coliid=I88FI7I4ALU5G)

I'm not a fan of money belts, but in my experience this style works quite well: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00I5IWC1E

Much easier to access, and the hot spot is the same size and place as your pocket. While it does stop the breathability, so does a passport in a pocket. Plus a lot of people seem to baby their passports - they don't have to be pristine to still serve their function.

When they talk about these, it makes me laugh.

I’ve been using the eagle creek pack-it sac for a couple years.

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Luggage Pack-it Sac Set, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F9S8RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_a-g1Cb0SRAC5Z

I’ve been using probably the smallest one? It’s borderline too small. Like when its got other things in there getting a full size toothbrush requires the proper angle. Not a lot of organization unfortunately, but definitely keeps one from overpacking.

One of the best things I ever bought! The important part is the UV. I don't know how that works or if it's even legit but I don't get sunburned so it must work!

I went WK2 last year and after hearing about all the thefts from Chainsmokers/Zhu from WK1 I looked for something that would be easy to access and concealable. This travel wallet has saved me time and time again through crazy crowds at Coachella, EDC, Symbiosis...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I5IWC1E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought mine in a store but it's like this one
(edit) and here's another one from Australian company Solbari

I hope it works out well. I’m 6’2” 220 and she’s 5’3” 120 so I think we have the right proportions for it.

I found the masks here: https://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/horror-contemporary-item-list-u-z-c-16_226/umbrella-academy-cha-cha-latex-mask-p-26271

Edit: here’s the briefcase
Heritage Travelware Vinyl Catalog Case, 18.5", Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00006IAA3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6KHCCbYGBR9VD

I’ve already got the wrist brace and a briefcase and it won’t be hard to find a 3 piece navy suit for me.

I just need to find her a 3 piece navy pant suit we can modify with bronze clasps instead of buttons. That’s going to be the trickier part...

My favorite option--and I've tried several--is a hidden pocket that loops over my belt at about the 3:30 position; the loop goes over the top of my pants, and the pocket hangs down inside by my hip. My pocket has a brown loop and a black loop to match whatever belt I'm wearing. I generally forget I'm carrying it. The one I use is http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054IH9UC/ .

Some good tips here: http://regevelya.com/taking-money-abroad/. I'd also look into a belt loop wallet https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I5IWC1E.

I like the Belt Loop Pouch approach.

It sounds like we actually have the same thing. Maybe mine is a smaller size?

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Folder 15, Black

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002YIRBU8

I would just say to get a rain shell for your current backpack. https://www.amazon.com/Mountainsmith-Backpack-Rain-Cover/dp/B001A47T3G
No zippered backpack will really be waterproof because zippers allow water through. A cover like that one has fixed it for me

Also, add a secret pocket to your list. Everyone uses money belts, so thieves look for them. One of these babies will serve you well if you wear it on your hip under your pants. http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Undercover-Hidden/dp/B0054IH9UC

Just get a hidden pocket and keep it in there. I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Undercover-Hidden/dp/B0054IH9UC

I’ve used this a few times to thwart pickpockets in Europe but last year was the first time I used it at Coachella. It’s so freeing to be able to dance and not have worry about checking my pockets every 2 minutes to see if everything’s still there.

Two things I've heard are you can get a suitcase that can double as a suit bag (something like this), or alternately sometimes can call the airline ahead of time to let them know you're bringing this on so they know. However I have not had success with the latter strategy in my small sample size so I'm going to try for the former and just get a suitcase that I can store the suit in

• Planet Bike Blaze 1-Watt Headlight and Superflash Taillight Combination Bicycle Light Set
  
• Pump
  
• Tube
  
• Patch Kits (includes glue patches and sticker patches and tire irons)
  
• Adjustable crescent wrench
  
• Box wrench with 14 mm on one end and 15 mm on the other. (The sizes of nuts holding my wheels on)
  
• 3-way Allen key
  
• Leatherman wave
  
• Rag
  
• Nitrile gloves
  
• On Guard Mini DT U-Lock with 4-Inch Cinch Loop Cable
  
• Clean clothes stuffed into a cheap sinch sack.
  
• lunch
  
• All packed into a Timbuk2 Messenger Small
  
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• Small Altoids tin first aid kit

I’ve never liked these. They really make you stand out as a target. People tend to wear them outside their clothes where it’s easy to use a knife to cut the cord and run. If you’re intent on having a pouch and wear pants, these work better: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I5IWC1E/

But really, for a phone, you just put it in your front pocket, put your hand on it in high crime areas, and stare down anyone who looks suspicious.

I use this: http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Pack-It-Folder/dp/B002YIRBU8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1343245463&sr=8-1&keywords=eagle+creek+pack+it

I pack up the night before and just toss this and my lunch in my pannier and hit the road in the morning. I keep an extra pair of dress shoes and a belt in my file cabinet.

Of course! It's so adorable, too. It has little Totoros on the lining! <33 Here you go!

Try this, works great, fits in your tail bag or maybe larger saddle bag. I've used it to carry the next day's work clothes when going to my GF's overnight.

http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Pack-It-Folder/dp/B002YIRBU8

Compare with Amazon ($100): http://www.amazon.com/Timbuk2-Classic-Messenger-Bag-Black/dp/B002V92YJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348155385&sr=8-1&

Edit: I also want to add a warning that if you order it today, you won't receive it until October 18 at the earliest. Why they need 30 days to ship a premade bag is anyone's guess.

Being someone who spent 1.5 years in SEA this sounds like bloody stupid advice to me. Here is what I did and it served me well.

1. Get two ATM cards preferably on two different bank accounts. Try and find one setup for travelers e.g. with low foreign exchange fee's and no charge for withdrawing overseas. But even if you can't find a good one, make sure you have two, checkout those pre-paid debit card/ATM cards if you can't find a good one.
   
   
2. Try and make sure they've got a VISA or MASTERCARD symbol on em, because those work everywhere whereas some of the other networks are more patchy.
   
   
3. Buy a money belt, preferably this one
   
   http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-Creek-Travel-Undercover-Hidden/dp/B0054IH9UC/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1345490700&sr=8-13&keywords=eagle+creek+money+belt
   
   It's cheap, it'll go under your clothes and use it to hold your passport and one of your atm cards.
   
   
4. Don't keep both ATM cards together. Store one in your money belt and put the other, your backup card inside your main bag. If you lose one, you have the backup.
   
   
5. Don't keep your ATM card in your wallet, instead keep enough money for each day in your wallet, if it gets pickpocketed you lose some cash but not a lot.
   
   
6. Do carry some cash in USD, about $200 is good, in $100, $50, $20, $10, $10, $5, $1, 1, $1, $1 that way if things do go really bad, and you've lost both your cards somehow OR both your banks have decided to temporarily suspend your cards on suspicion of fraud (happens when you cross into different countries alot) then you'll have enough cash so that you won't be sleeping on the street until you get it sorted out.
   
   Frankly number 6 is a bit overkill BUT US dollars are normally required for VISA's crossing into Cambodia/Laos/Vietnam so having a supply handy isn't a bad idea.
   
   And please, please don't carry large amounts of USD in $100 bills on your first trip to SEA, sounds like a recipe for outright disaster to me.