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Manders · 08-08-2009, 07:28 PM

I haven’t actually taken my trip yet, but lord knows I have been researching for it for ever. There are a couple of things I have come across that I haven’t seen anybody mention here.

Steripen- a compact uv light that purifies water. Kills almost everything. not exactly cheap but when compared to buying water... you do the math.
SteriPEN portable water purifier

Kariza wrap- kind like a sarong on steroids. they claim that you can wear it over a hundred different ways. makes skirt, shirt, dress, ect.... and they look great.
Kariza Wrap Skirts

SPOT transmitter- this thing is awesome. its a portable satellite device that can transmit your location to google maps every 10 minutes. plus a ton of other great features.
SPOT SATELLITE MESSENGER :: HOME PAGE

Mooncup- for the ladies, its a menstural cup. they last for a few years and theres no need to buy pads or tampons. not to mention theyre better for the enviroment.
Mooncup Menstrual Cup

If I think of any more I'll be sure to post them here.

I had to post this under rustyandmandy (pah) because I dont have 15 posts yet under Manders.

**travelpunk** · 08-09-2009, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by rustyandmandy

I had to post this under rustyandmandy (pah) because I dont have 15 posts yet under Manders.

Sorry, it's a spam protection thingy.

Please let me know if you would like to merge both usernames into one and what user name you would like to use with your combined posts.

Manders · 08-09-2009, 12:46 PM

No I totally understand, I think I already have a moderator helping me with it. But If I could merge the old account into Manders that would be awesome.

**travelpunk** · 08-09-2009, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Manders

No I totally understand, I think I already have a moderator helping me with it. But If I could merge the old account into Manders that would be awesome.

Done

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**Marcus Nappy** · 08-09-2009, 02:03 PM

1 digi cam w/ 4gb of memory
6 rechargeable batteries
1 battery charger
1 4 gb ipod w/ ear buds
*1 13 inch macbook w/ usb ipod cord and ac adaptor
1 universal converter
1 usb memory stick with all my ID scanned and saved on it

1 5x8 moleskin note book
2 color copies of my passport
3 pens
*3 books

3 t-shirts
3 pairs of shorts
1 pair of jeans
1 sweater
1 collard shirt
1 Bob Marley buckle belt
6 pairs of sox
6 pairs of boxer briefs
1 pair of flip flops(for the shower)
1 travel shaving bag w/ tooth brush, tooth paste, pit stick, cologne, nail clippers, and

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2 handfuls of condoms

That's about it I think!
* are items that I had to bring because Im at the end of my student exchange and have to get some school work in along the way

Manders · 08-09-2009, 02:06 PM

Thanks Tony!

**maracle** · 08-09-2009, 02:20 PM

The SPOT looks pretty neat...This must use the same tech as an EPIRB (Emergency Personal Indicator Radio Beacon), which is used mostly on boats...but the EPIRB basically would have a government rescue put into action if you turned it on. So it's cool to see a more consumer friendly product that can be used in situations that are not just 'I am about to die come help'

I looked on their site and it only weighs 7.4 oz, which I assume doesn't include batteries. With the tracking mode on the battery only lasts 14 days though. If they would make a model that would send your location say...every 4 hours...that would probably increase the life by a ton and also still be useful. Or even just configurable settings from 10 minutes to 1 day interval.

It could be something people with nervous parents decide to use though.

Manders · 08-09-2009, 02:45 PM

Nervous parents, or people going into really risky places. It wouldn't be a bad idea to have a record of where you are and when if something happened.

**Canadian Bacon** · 08-27-2009, 06:17 PM

All best part about this thread is if you did a once-over pack job, and are unsure if you forgot anything - after reading the thread again you'll remember.. haha

**Canadian Bacon** · 08-27-2009, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by HenryJones

1 Bob Marley buckle belt

Nice... that is awesome.

**expatben** · 08-28-2009, 05:55 AM

I am uodating due to experience and technology advancement...

CLOTHES
Mostly track pants as they are light but pair of jeans as well
T-Shirts and a sweater
Socks
Also 1 set of good clothes with tie because you never know when you might be going somewhere formal.

TOILETRIES
Soap
Small bottle of shampoo-kept in a ziplock bag
Deodrant-Right Gaurd is good as its an antipersperent
1 towel
MISC
MP3 player with adapter
an adapter for various plugs
A digital camera with 2 memory cards
batteries-lithium
2 packs of playing cards-can be great if you meet someone on the road.
A lighter
first aid kit

DOCUMENTS
Passport
ATM Card
back up wallet with some cash in it
A piece of paper with my Embassy phone number/address just in case
tickets
I would also leave a photo copy of all my documets at home.

augentier · 08-29-2009, 11:14 PM

For my first time,6-week backpacking trip in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama..I brought..

Essentials:
Passport (and copy)
Cash and credit/debit cards
Airplane ticket itinerary/boarding passes
Driver's License

Toiletries:
Hair gel
Sunscreen
Shampoo & Body Wash
Toothpaste & Toothbrush
3 small picks/combs
Small (sample sized) containers with makeup
A few hair ties and clips
Pads/tampons
birth control pills
aspirin/pain killer
anti-itch cream
bug spray
moisturizer
face wash
body poof/washing sponge
tweezers
band aids
polysporin
deordorant

clothes:
5 pairs of shorts
8 tank tops
1 thirt
4 pairs of shoes (hiking/walking shoes, regular shoes, flip flops)
7 pair of underwear
3 bras
swimsuit
pj pants
zip-up hoodie

Others:
2 flashlights..one keychain and one small sized
zip ties
digital camera and battery charger
notepad and pen
earplugs
ipod
nail clippers
combination locks
phrase book
travel guide

im sure im missing a few things. basically what i found most useful (other than the essentials) were earplugs and flashlight. next time, i would bring less clothes and more money

nhicolas · 05-26-2011, 05:21 AM

Hi all

Here i am giving list of some important things:

Cloths and footwear
first aid and cosmetics
all things electronic
camera
Books and guidebook
Locks & security
Money belt or travel organiser

PamelaWalker · 06-16-2011, 12:57 AM

Thanks All,

All things are good for traveling....

cemroon · 09-06-2011, 06:14 AM

I would like to say thanks all of you, These things are necessary while we are traveling but there is one more thing which is most important that is travel insurance. It would be helpful if any bad happen comes during our trip so we should carry in account before going on travel.

cemroon · 09-09-2011, 03:33 AM

There a lot of things which you require during a trip but you should carry all documents as documents are necessary during our trip, these are like Passport, Airline Tickets, Train Pass, Driver’s License, Travel Insurance, Debit Card, Visa Card, Hostel reservations,

PamelaWalker · 10-13-2011, 05:01 AM

I carry my favorite clothes, mobile, ear phones, chocolates, water and one more thing cash....

milfordplaza · 02-02-2012, 02:10 AM

I didn't think of until now. A Sharpie. I'm staying in lots of hostels and it would be nice to have sharpie for marking food, either claiming it, or announcing that it's up for grabs. Oh yeah, and don't bother trying to find hostels for portugal on the internet. The only place that I have been able to use it was Lagos. The Rising Cock hostel is pretty nice.

chasing a dream · 06-25-2012, 07:22 PM

One thing I haven't noticed alot of in the lists of items taken while traveling is a lap top computer. In my home life, i'm on the cpu constently, definatly something Iuse alot, but i'm not to sure if I should take it to europe or not. It weighs 5.6 pounds (15" screen) plus the power cord is bulky. The entertainment value is obvious: movies, games, music, internet, download photos from the camera, email photos to make my friends jelous that they are stuck at home, the list goes on. But is it worth it? Takes up alot of space, and weight, and i'd be pretty pissed if something bad happened to it (it was definatly not cheap!). My backpack isn't that big (carry on size, barely). I've test packed it, it will fit, but still not sure if I should take it or not. Has anyone reading this taken a computer while traveling (for vacation, not work)? was it worth it or not? If i'm 1/2 way through the trip and deside it was a mistake to bring it, not like I can just throw it away, i'm stuck carring it all over europe.
Also, you guys have some pretty good lists going here, a few things I completely forgot about, now added to my list, thanks!

RoadTripper · 11-12-2012, 09:28 AM

I have done a great deal of traveling and the key is to pack light. If you don't have it than you don't need it. Pack one or two at most pairs of multi purpose shoes and opt for layers over heavy heavy clothing. It takes up to much space in the bag.