What’s in Our Bag
Everything we pack into one carry-on and one backpack each.
These are the exact items we own and use (plus a few slow-travel classics).
These are the exact items we own and use (plus a few slow-travel classics).
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Travel Bags & Carry-On Luggage
The bags that keep our whole setup consistent across flights, trains, and moving days.
Bange Men's Travel Backpack (40L)
Our one-bag carry-on setup for flights and moving days.
The Bigger Carry-On by Away
A durable overhead roller for long stays that still fly like carry-on.
Baggallini Pocket Crossbody Bag
Small essentials bag that stays close without feeling bulky.
Lightweight Hiking Daypack
Packable day bag for hikes, groceries, and “just in case” days.
Nanobag Ultra-Lightweight Standard Size Tote Bag
Tiny tote that lives in a pocket and saves you constantly.
Packing Organizers & Travel Accessories
Small systems that keep everything in the same place, even when the location keeps changing.
Bagsmart Electronics Organizer Pouch
Cords, chargers, and little adapters in one predictable place.
Bagsmart TSA Approved Toiletry Bag
Easy liquids setup that’s quick for security days.
Mrs Dry Travel Bottles for Toiletries
Refillable bottles that keep liquids simple and consistent.
Travel Clothing & Shoes
Layers and footwear that handle long walks, changing weather, and frequent packing.
KÜHL Stretch Voyagr™ Jacket
Light outer layer that holds up to daily walking and changeable weather.
REI Co-op XeroCloud 3L Rain Jacket (Women's)
A real rain layer that packs down without taking over your bag.
REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket (Men's)
Warmth insurance that still behaves like a travel layer.
Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket
Light insulation that layers cleanly for shoulder seasons.
Brooks Ghost Shoes (Men & Women)
All-day walking shoes that don’t punish you on city days.
Laundry & Toiletries
Lightweight basics that keep routines easy in rentals with unpredictable supplies.
Tru Earth Laundry Sheets Bundle
Lightweight laundry sheets that avoids bottles and spills.
Kitsch Rice Water Protein Solid Shampoo & Conditioner
Solid bars reduce liquids and keep the kit simple.
Daily Travel Comfort Items
Little things that make long days feel normal, from walks to flights to sleep.
Flex Flap Cell Phone Holder
Hands-free phone setup for planes, trains, and long rides.
Travel Power & Adapters
Charging solutions that work in older apartments and across outlets in different countries.
Targus Universal Travel Adapter
The adapter we reach for when countries change but gear stays the same.
Travel Electronics & Personal Tech
Gear that keeps work, entertainment, and backups consistent from place to place.
WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive
Our travel-friendly backup plan for footage and files.
Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker
Tiny speaker that’s loud enough for apartments and patios.
Silicone Cover Sleeve for Bose SoundLink
A simple protector that keeps the speaker from getting beat up.
Travel Security & Safety Gear
Simple safeguards that reduce stress when the space and neighborhood are new.
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Small safety add that gives peace of mind in unfamiliar places.
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2
Makes “where is the bag?” a two-second question instead of a spiral.
RFID Blocking Passport Holder Travel Wallet
Keeps passports, cards, and the important papers in one place.
Cameras & Travel Filming Gear
A compact kit that keeps filming realistic on normal days, not just big trips.
GoPro HERO12 Black
Small camera that works in crowds, rain, and “we should film this” moments.
GoPro Media Mod
Adds the ports and mic options that make GoPro easier to use day-to-day.
GoPro Dual Battery Charger + 2 Enduro Batteries
Battery routine that keeps filming from becoming a daily problem.
UBeesize Flexible Tripod
When there’s nowhere to set a camera—this becomes the “somewhere.”
Tripod Mount Adapter for GoPro
The tiny adapter that keeps your setup flexible without extra gear.
Kitchen Basics
Quick fixes that make short-term kitchens work the way you expect them to.
Magnetic Measuring Spoons
Small, tidy, and way more useful than they look on day one.
Ice Cube Trays
Because the freezer always has a story, and it’s never “includes ice.”