Your Guide to Smarter Travel
The definitive travel gear resource for frequent fliers, commuters, and everyone in between.
Packing Lists
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This Hostel Essentials Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of your next hostel stay.
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This Vacation Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of a week-long trip.
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The ultimate packing list including all of the road trip essentials you need to travel by car. We cover it all: men’s and women’s focused items from bags, to clothing and toiletries, to cooking supplies, and more.
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Our Budget Packing List is full of the best inexpensive travel gear we could find. Everything you need to travel the world, without those hefty pricetags.
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Travel isn’t inherently sustainable, so offset your adventures by choosing these sustainable, durable, and ethical products to replace your gear over time.
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Everything you need to travel the world indefinitely while working remotely. Small, lightweight tech and clothing that’s ready for work meetings or adventures.
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Guides
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Not sure what to get the gear enthusiasts in your life? Lucky for you, we've put together the ultimate list of the best everyday & travel gear gift ideas that we’ve found so far.
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We break down how to choose the best laptop bag by style, laptop protection, organization, modes of carry including backpacks, totes, messengers, & more.
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In this road trip guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to have an epic, worthy-of-the-big-screen road trip. From planning to packing to staying safe.
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In this duffle bag guide, we'll help you find the best duffle bag for your needs, from one bag travel to weekend adventures to the daily grind.
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In this travel sling bag guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to find the best sling bag that will work for you. We cover it all.
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The best travel daypack is unique for each person. We break down how to choose into 7 easy sections, including packs that are compressible, packable, expandable, and more.
Gear Reviews
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The soft SWISSGEAR Sion Expandable Carry On Spinner has exterior pockets and nicely rolling wheels, though the slightly wiggly handle only stops at two points.
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The YETI Panga 28L Waterproof Backpack is comfortable for taller travelers and offers great waterproofness for adventures, though it's overbearing for some.
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The 2nd edition of Bellroy's Tokyo Tote 15L has inner pockets that complement a roomy interior, but the bag is hard to close once packed.
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The NOMATIC X Peter McKinnon Luma Camera Sling 9L is a compact yet functional bag for photographers and travelers alike that's also great for everyday carry.
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The Aer Carry-On is a successful first foray into rolling luggage, with an intuitive design and premium materials like a patent-pending handle and smooth wheels.
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The Thule Chasm Laptop Backpack 26L has comfortable padding, great protection for gear, and good organization, though it’s not all easy to reach.
The Blog
We've teamed up with REI to bring you some of our favorite gear from this year's Anniversary Sale.
From options that fold like Olympic gymnasts to ones that switch automatically from U.S. to European power, we’ve got the best travel hair dryer for any trip.
You'll need a compliant bag if you’re going to a concert, sporting event, or show. We’ve compiled a list of the best clear stadium bags for your next outing!
We’ve compiled step-by-step instructions on how to pack a suitcase for your next trip, complete with tips on what to bring and where to put it.