Packing & Gear

Pack light and forget nothing: a beginner-friendly international packing checklist, plus the items first-time travellers always leave behind.

Two small gadgets keep everything running: the right travel adapter and a capable power bank. How to choose ones that work where you’re going.

You can pack a week into a carry-on and barely miss a thing. Minimalist packing is about versatile items and a simple system, not deprivation.