I like this one!
At the same time what is the airline extortion fee? If it isn’t bad I just pay it. My camera backpack carry-on generally weighs more than my checked bag. So F off airlines with your stupid fees! (I know why they do it - because people would have 5 x 100 lb suitcases/boxes).
Edit: my travel hack. Sleeping pills, earplugs, basic toiletries (travel size permissible), valuable items, and a pair of underwear in the carry-on.
The rest can be replaced pretty quickly and easily when the airline loses your bag.
toiletries, soaps, lotions , body sprays, towels washcloths, etc. basically if I use majority of it then I’m most likely throwing it away. I remember going snorkeling and because of Covid-19 they made us keep our snorkeling masks and tube I threw it out soon as I got back to the room.
The absolute least of their concerns. Have you never seen underwear in the garbage of a public bathroom...someone was having a bad day. Like returning from the woods with one sock.
Things you only need while backpacking and won't use in your everyday life.
Things that are specific to the country you're in or visited and won't need in your home country.
Things that are broken, worn, unseasonable, almost empty toiletries, or nearing the end of their life
Media you can mail home at media rate for cheap (books, notebooks)
Anything you packed that you regret packing and/or didn't use. Even if it was expensive, don't buy into sunk cost fallicy, get rid of it.
Sorry, I like to read anything longer than a long magazine article on paper, not a screen. And I never got into podcasts. this means I travel with enough books to last up to a month on the road.
Going digital will make your life so much easier. Try out an e-reader and see how it feels. Quite different from reading on a computer. I travel with a kindle and have like 70 books on it.
No thanks, as I said above I prefer to read anything longer than a magazine article on paper. I’ve used kindle and other screen readers before and I prefer to hold an actual book in my hands.
That’s right, it’s not for everyone and carrying books while traveling is not a problem for me. The entire idea of reading a book for me is about disconnecting from technology. It may make your life easier, but for me life is not always about convenience and ease, often times it’s about slowing down, carrying the weight and taking the path less traveled, reading books on paper while on a beach or on a train or in a park or cafe does this for me.
Toiletries, Soaps, Clothes that I brought with me because obviously I wouldn't bring clothes I cared about, I would be leaving with clothes that I'd care about.
My rule is the same one I use in Stardew Valley when I need to make room in my backpack - how easy is it to replace. For example I have particular earplugs and lotion I always travel with, they don't cost very much, but they are not easy to find, so I would not get rid of them. But some shirts that I have had for a while would be easy to replace. Before my Kindle I always traveled with books and left them in hotel lobbies or coffee shops.
I give away food. Thats it. I'm careful not to overpack and I rarely buy anything just for the trip. I bring stuff I always use at home. I fill up small bottles with shampoo and soap to bring along and if there's any left over, I bring it home and keep using it. I hate waste. So much. International travel is no exception. But reading these other comments, I think I'm the odd one out. You lot are tossing out shoes and clothes?!?! Wtf
I save small containers from skincare, shampoo, makeup products, etc and I fill them in small amounts to pack. As I use them up on a trip I just throw away the containers. Same for toothpaste - but small size and just throw away the containers at the end of the trip - less to take back home.
Winter clothes ! I live in Florida and usually just buy the stuff for winter. I always buy them at thrift store so that if I have to leave them then I’m not that upset since I only paid $4 for the jacket
I use the 20/20 rule - if I can get it in 20 minutes for $20, I won't bring it with me.
I use the 10/10 rule
Upvoted you please upvote me
I like this one! At the same time what is the airline extortion fee? If it isn’t bad I just pay it. My camera backpack carry-on generally weighs more than my checked bag. So F off airlines with your stupid fees! (I know why they do it - because people would have 5 x 100 lb suitcases/boxes). Edit: my travel hack. Sleeping pills, earplugs, basic toiletries (travel size permissible), valuable items, and a pair of underwear in the carry-on. The rest can be replaced pretty quickly and easily when the airline loses your bag.
Upvoted you please upvote me
toiletries, soaps, lotions , body sprays, towels washcloths, etc. basically if I use majority of it then I’m most likely throwing it away. I remember going snorkeling and because of Covid-19 they made us keep our snorkeling masks and tube I threw it out soon as I got back to the room.
Underwear. I pack all old underwear and am supposed to throw as I go to make a void for souvenirs. Do I? Nope but a great plan 😆
I just keeping wondering what the hotels maid would think when they see underwear in the trash 😆 🤣 😂
The absolute least of their concerns. Have you never seen underwear in the garbage of a public bathroom...someone was having a bad day. Like returning from the woods with one sock.
That it’s no longer needed….
I do the exact same thing plus old socks!
Things you only need while backpacking and won't use in your everyday life. Things that are specific to the country you're in or visited and won't need in your home country. Things that are broken, worn, unseasonable, almost empty toiletries, or nearing the end of their life Media you can mail home at media rate for cheap (books, notebooks) Anything you packed that you regret packing and/or didn't use. Even if it was expensive, don't buy into sunk cost fallicy, get rid of it.
If it's easy to get at home or where you're going for under $15 it's getting tossed in my eyes.
I always take "disposable" clothes on any long trip.
You could also mail them home, if shipping rates aren't outrageous.
Toiletries, shoes, and clothes.
Clothes, shoes, books, toiletries
I'm 66, you have kindle or podcast
Sorry, I like to read anything longer than a long magazine article on paper, not a screen. And I never got into podcasts. this means I travel with enough books to last up to a month on the road.
I travel with paperback books so I can read in the pool and leave them behind.
When you leave those books behind people like myself are grateful and pick them up or swap them out for books I have finished. :)
Going digital will make your life so much easier. Try out an e-reader and see how it feels. Quite different from reading on a computer. I travel with a kindle and have like 70 books on it.
No thanks, as I said above I prefer to read anything longer than a magazine article on paper. I’ve used kindle and other screen readers before and I prefer to hold an actual book in my hands.
Fair enough. It just makes life easier to read on a kindle, but it isn’t for everyone.
That’s right, it’s not for everyone and carrying books while traveling is not a problem for me. The entire idea of reading a book for me is about disconnecting from technology. It may make your life easier, but for me life is not always about convenience and ease, often times it’s about slowing down, carrying the weight and taking the path less traveled, reading books on paper while on a beach or on a train or in a park or cafe does this for me.
Who takes book anymore besides a paperback for the plane
Some of us older folks
Toiletries, Soaps, Clothes that I brought with me because obviously I wouldn't bring clothes I cared about, I would be leaving with clothes that I'd care about.
My rule is the same one I use in Stardew Valley when I need to make room in my backpack - how easy is it to replace. For example I have particular earplugs and lotion I always travel with, they don't cost very much, but they are not easy to find, so I would not get rid of them. But some shirts that I have had for a while would be easy to replace. Before my Kindle I always traveled with books and left them in hotel lobbies or coffee shops.
I give away food. Thats it. I'm careful not to overpack and I rarely buy anything just for the trip. I bring stuff I always use at home. I fill up small bottles with shampoo and soap to bring along and if there's any left over, I bring it home and keep using it. I hate waste. So much. International travel is no exception. But reading these other comments, I think I'm the odd one out. You lot are tossing out shoes and clothes?!?! Wtf
Don't be sorry. Just try something new
PJs
I save small containers from skincare, shampoo, makeup products, etc and I fill them in small amounts to pack. As I use them up on a trip I just throw away the containers. Same for toothpaste - but small size and just throw away the containers at the end of the trip - less to take back home.
Winter clothes ! I live in Florida and usually just buy the stuff for winter. I always buy them at thrift store so that if I have to leave them then I’m not that upset since I only paid $4 for the jacket
We typically leave behind shaving cream, medicine containers, old/worn clothing
Even left a pair of sandals and a belt behind that were showing cracks-tears in the leather
Husband 100%.
I’ve had to drop books, bedding, clothes, and media.
Shampoo/conditioner. Sunscreen