Packing

So my friends and family have said to me to “prepare properly” for travelling. Like it’s a hard thing to do. I personally think two pairs of boxers is plenty for say a 6 to 12-month stint abroad. And two T-shirt are enough, right? I think this whole packing thing is a bit overblown.

A packed travel backpackAnyway, here are some wacky items my family (and especially mum) have asked me to pack.

  • 7 pairs of underwear.
  • 2 pairs of jeans.
  • Soap.
  • High expectations.
  • Razor.

For anyone thinking of going travelling, here’re a few things I’m taking that you may find helpful.

I’m also writing this selfishly, as it’s helping me create my own checklist.

My Check List:
  • 2 T-shirts.
  • 1 shirt.
  • 1 pair of trousers (not jeans).
  • 1 pair of shorts.
  • Malaria tablets.
  • 3 pairs of underwear.
  • 3 pairs of socks.
  • Natural wit and charm.
  • A phone.
  • Laptop, charger & adapter. I’m certain they have electricity in Asia.
  • Toiletries - a fancy word for a tooth brush and tooth paste.
  • Wallet Ninja (don’t ask - just follow the link)
  • Maybe a book - probably a thin one, though, I don’t want it taking up too much room.

I think that’s about it. If I do think of some more I’ll probably update this.

Anyway, that’s about it. I hope you found this useful.

Oh and I’ll be packing it all inside this bag:

My travel bag packed and ready to go