Packing and Gear

Over the years, I’ve bought a lot of travel gear—some of it amazing, and some of it… not so much. I can’t even count how much money I’ve wasted on products that didn’t live up to the hype or just weren’t practical for real-life travel. That’s exactly why I love recommending the gear that actually works—so you can skip the trial and error, save your money, and get the right thing the first time around.

From backpacks to travel gadgets and everything in between, I’ve tested a lot of it. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or a long-term move abroad, having the right gear can make all the difference.

And because I’m a packing list girlythrough and through, you better believe I’ve got checklists to help keep things organized and stress-free.

So if you’re looking for tried-and-true travel essentials and tips on what’s actually worth buying, you’re in the right place. Let’s make packing (and traveling) as smooth as possible!