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 Ever Vessel Mini is a lightweight way to stay hydrated. Its slim form is comfortable to hold, though it lacks insulation and has a small capacity.
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The BAGSMART Walker 34L Laptop Duffle with Shoe Compartment checks a lot of features, though the sheer number of straps makes them prone to tangles.
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The Lowepro Fastpack Pro BP 250 AW III has sizable camera equipment and travel gear compartments, making it a solid choice for travelers who love photography.
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The Ello Syndicate 20 oz Glass Water Bottle offers pure-tasting hydration with a silicone grip, one-touch flip lid, and leakproof design ideal for daily use.
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Though we dig the Monos Metro Belt Bag's sleek looks and vegan leather construction, its lack of space feels too restrictive, even for just a few items.
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The minimalist organization and spacious capacity of the Columbia Atlas Explorer II 26L make it ideal for daily use, though we miss back panel ventilation.
The Blog
From leather to carbon fiber and aluminum, this guide will help you find the best key organizer for your use case, number of keys, and style.
New gear always makes a trip better, and we're back with more great travel essentials.
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The best Merino wool alternative for travel depends on your skin, trip, and budget. We cover the options, from sustainable to affordable, bamboo to lyocell!