Prepping For The TravelingsFor all y’all yolo-ists and upcoming grad-trippers

Inventory: Bag30-35L backpack:- good size for week worth

of inventory- safe for carry-on (too big

may have to check in aka $$ and time)

- 45L advertised as safe for carry-on but can have issues when overpacked

Inventory: Body WalletStore emergency cash and important documents. If someone steals your bag you at least have these

Minimize usage - should be hidden when possible

Inventory: Clothes- Layer up to

minimize bulk of clothes

- Roll to pack tighter and group into outfits

Inventory: Miscellaneous- Waterproof jacket - NOT water resistant- Small lock - NOT combination- Print-outs / online copies of ID- Microfiber towel - compact and quick dry- Country dependent: Toilet paper, power adapter,

sunblock, bug spray- Plastic bags

Inventory: MoneyBank withdrawal, money exchange, or credit?- Best option: Get a credit card with no foreign transaction

fees- Bank withdrawal and credit card should have roughly

same fees. Money exchange depending on country is a bit better or much worse (usually airport rate way worse than city center)

- Keep $100-200 in emergency stash for money exchange

Inventory: PhoneHow to phone?- If your phone is unlocked, can get pay as

you go SIM cards, easily purchasable at a convenience store

- Most places have cheap plans that include data and calling

Addendum (for girls)- Polyester underwear (quick dry)- Sports bra (quick dry)- Lush’s solid shampoo- Lush’s solid perfume- Hide MONEY in pads! - Clear plastic ziplock bags- DO NOT: wax strips

Appsmaps.me:- offline maps for when data-less- GPS shows where you are /

which direction you’re facing- save pins for points of interest- completely free!!

Apps<Some phrasebook app>:- Varies depending on country you are going

to- Helpful for communicating basics with locals- Learning simple phrases great for upping

cultured-ness

AppsTripIt:- email tickets to app,

automagically itinerarifies- easy management of plans

For more app suggestions: http://goo.gl/0b9EdM

AppsGoogle Photos:- quick backups of photos on the go, in case

your technology breaks- unlimited storage space option- makes nice mini-videos and collages for

you!!!

Mindset- Lower expectations - things may not be what

you’ve seen on the interwebs / in movies

- Try not to compare where you are to where you’ve been. Every place is unique in its own way

- Relax, take it slow, leave wiggle room / room for spontaneity

Mindset

Most importantly:Bad things may happen. Don’t let it get you down. As long as you have your passport, you’re still good to go!! You’re on an adventure, try to make the most of it!

Have fun!Enjoy yourself!!!!!!1oneFor more info and tips, reach: fb.com/donotstalkmehttp://owenwang.com/blog/lean-traveling/