Reddit mentions of Tide Travel Sink Packets, 3-Count

CLOTHES

Boxers x 14, Socks x 11, Tank Tops x 6, T-Shirts x 10, Shorts x 3, Nike Swim Shorts x 2, Penfield Jacket, Sweatshirt, Plaid Button-up, Fairplay Joggers x 2, Jeans, Hat, Sunglasses, Bandanna/Headband, Face Cloth x 2, Toms Shoes, + what I'll be wearing on the flight (Tee, Jeans, Nikes)... (in case anyone thought I was only taking Toms)

ELECTRONICS

AUKEY Portable Battery Charger, Beats by Dre Headphones, Canon DSLR, Chant Portable BT Speaker, Outlet converters, Earbuds, Charging cables x 3

OTHER

A boatload of toiletries/pharma in that little bag, TSA Approved Bag Lock, Microfiber Travel Towel, Herschel Packable Daypack

NOT SHOWN

Books x 2, KIND bars x 10, extra hat, hoodie.

I think that's it. I'm fortunate that I'm not sweaty/smelly so I'm packing light on the shirts/tanks because I can re-wear + I'm bringing these Tide Travel Sink Packets which are pretty handy. Keep in mind I'm a shorter dude as well, so if you're over 5"10, your clothes might take up more space.

1. Go carry-on only and do laundry on the go. Don't try to bring fresh clothes for every day you're there. Bring 3-4 days of stuff tops. Check out Travel Tide Pods and a Scrubba. Don't bring 2 when 1 will do. Don't bring 1 when 0 will do. You need less than you think.
   
2. Don't worry too much about "travel" clothes; regular clothes are fine and won't make you look like a tourist. Get clothes you can mix and match.
   
3. Game every system you can for points, miles, whatever. I like Amex Starwood Preferred Guest and Chase Sapphire Preferred with a Schwab checking account. None have foreign transaction fees, the credit cards are good for accruing miles, and the Schwab card withdrawals at worldwide ATMs for free.
   
4. Lonely Planet guidebooks are your friend. Use a Kindle or just rip out the pages you need. It's okay. You can destroy a book.
   
5. Do not, under any circumstances, fly Spirit Airlines.
   
6. In the developing world, obviously, don't drink the water but do bring a water purifier. There are lots of options. REI is surprisingly good for that kind of travel gear.
   
7. Have a backup plan if your wallet is stolen. Somewhere, stored separately from your wallet, have a second ATM card at another bank, a credit card at another bank, and a photo of your ID or whatever. Losing your wallet abroad can be one of the worst things ever, but it's not so bad if you have a backup wallet with other cards ready to use.
   
8. Check out Project Fi.
   
9. Most of all, be friendly. Know you're a guest in the country you visit and respect local customs, even ones you disagree with. As Rick Steves (patron saint of travel) says, smile with your eyes.
   
   You might check out Rick Steves' travel tips video series on YouTube. Here's a playlist.
   
   EDIT: Actually that playlist isn't very good. But here's a video on packing light and here's one on money/safety. Just check out his various "tips" on YouTube.

Shampoo, or whatever soap you have handy. I sometimes carry small packets of actual laundry soap: https://www.amazon.ca/Tide-Travel-Sink-Packets-3-Count/dp/B000GCS004/ref=sr_1_2

Tide makes travel packets of laundry detergent. They are perfect for doing your laundry in a sink or bathtub.


Tide Travel Sink Packets, 3-Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GCS004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xNa3Db7BYKJ6V

https://www.amazon.com/Tide-Travel-Sink-Packets-3-Count/dp/B000GCS004

this is what we took!

I always bring 1-2 small travel size packs of Tide to do laundry in the sink. This let's me pack fewer clothes and they'll dry quickly on the deck clothesline. https://www.amazon.com/Tide-Travel-Sink-Packets-3-Count/dp/B000GCS004/