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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.
Packing List
Our Earth Friendly Sustainable Packing List is full of ethical, sustainable, and zero-waste products. Everything you need to travel the world, minus the guilt.
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The ultimate packing list for traveling the world as a digital nomad with a backpack. We cover it all: men’s and women’s focused items from clothes to tech to toiletries and more.
Guides
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Not sure what to get the travel junkies in your life? Lucky for you we’ve put together the ultimate list of the best travel gift ideas we’ve found so far.
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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.
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Our packing list guide teaches you how to pack like a pro. From clothes to packing cubes, backpacks and more—we cover it all because we’ve done it all.
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From coworking spaces to coffee shops, we’re here to help you navigate the world of remote working.
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An in-depth guide on how to choose the best packing cubes for your travels. From compression packing cubes to ultralight and budget, we’re here to help.
Gear Reviews
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Breathable, quick-drying, and odor-resistant, the Tropicfeel Canyon Sneakers largely live up to the hype, but they’re not perfect.
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Despite its bulkiness, the Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Travel Pack offers a ton of space and some interesting organization for a one-bag travel backpack.
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The Public Rec All Day Every Day Pants look more casual than advertised, but we’re digging the soft, stretchy fabric and zippered pockets.
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The warmth-to-weight ratio of the REI 650 Down Jacket 2.0 is hard to beat and we’re digging its aesthetic—we only wish it compressed smaller.
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Wrinkle-resistant, water-repellent, and stretchy, the Ministry of Supply Kinetic suit separates make a solid travel suit—and they’re easy to care for.
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Lightweight, flexible, and oh-so-soft, the Allbirds Wool Loungers are nearly as good as advertised. We only wish they had better odor-resistance.
The Blog
Pack light for smarter one-bag travel with these tiny travel accessories.
This list includes some of our favorite travel gear and accessories—must-have travel essentials for your next trip.
We’ve partnered with Huckberry to bring you the best gift ideas for travelers. Gifts for frequent flyers or the urban explorer who’s always ready to go.
This REI gift guide is all about sustainable gift ideas. And these environmentally sustainable gifts should please the eco-warriors in your life.