I knew when I packed to move to China for half a year that I only wanted to bring one backpack, assuming that at some point I’d want to be mobile for backpacking.
Plus, you can’t take the cheap buses to and from airports if you have to lug a lot of [...]

The golden rule is light, thin clothes and less of them.

I purposely bought a small backpack to help limit me in what I brought on the trip.

 
It’s one thing to say you’ll pack light, and another to actually manage it once traveling.  Just in case you need a few reminders why it pays to pack lighter….
1.  Ease of movement – less physical/mental stress when you’re on the move.
2.  Less stuff means you’re better able to account for what you do have [...]

Travel blog Gadling has featured my packing list!  Check it out, if you haven’t already through this blog.
So far, I’m quite pleased with the things I brought, and hope to share some feedback on what’s working especially well.

I created a really cool interactive packing list using Flickr notes. Please check it out here (opens new window). Below is the photo without the cool mouse-over feature. My itemized list below looks like a lot, however as you can see in the photo, it’s not much!

Trip Inventory (all pictured unless [...]

Liz sent me a question about what I intend to pack, however my e-mail back to her was returned, so I thought I’d share with everyone instead. I will post a more comprehensive packing list before departing.
In the meantime, I can answer your question because I’m decidedly low maintenance (or so I like to [...]

Photos and tips by guest author Stefan K
So you have decided to travel to the exotic land of India. Unfortunately this is no small task and it is recommended that you plan a trip like this out more thoroughly than other destinations.
Packing List:
First, check out the backpacker’s comprehensive packing list. This list is the best [...]