I decided to go with a smaller backpack than most backpackers and travelers use. I am shorter than your average person, so I couldn't really see me using one of the larger backpacks, as they would overtake me and would result in taking unnecessary stuff.
I chose the REI Lookout 40 Pack, which is a woman's day pack. It's a 40 liter bag with the dimensions of 20 x 13 x 10.5 inches. Not only did I choose this bag because it fit my size, but because it fits most of the dimensions for a carry on bag, especially Ryanair's strict dimension policies. Their dimensions are 21 x 15.7 x 8 in (I'm sincerely hoping they don't notice that mine is 2.5 inches off on that last part). Bags also have a weight limit of 22 pounds. Mine comes in a 18.6 pounds after everything is put in it :).
- Sketcher's Memory Foam Tennis Shoes
- Pair of black Old Navy flip flops
- Rain Jacket
- Scottevest Hoodie (I chose this jacket because it is warm and has 14 pockets and you can only see two of them. This will help if I need to lighten my load in my backpack and can double as a carry on bag without actually counting as one!)
- 4 tank tops
- 2 Columbia T-shirts
- 1 pair of Capris
- 1 pair yoga pants
- 2 pair Columbia shorts
- 1 pair comfy shorts (to sleep in)
- 3 underwear
- 2 sports bras
- 2 regular bras (not pictured)
- 4 pairs of socks (I'm obsessed with socks)
- 1 Sarong
- 1 infinity scarf
- 1 bathing suit (not pictured)
- All in one converter plug
- Mini Surge Protector
- iPad
- iPod
- Samsung Galaxy S4 (I use Verizon, it's already unlocked and prepared for the use of another SIM card)
- Charger cords and main plug for iPad, iPod and Samsung
- Asus notebook and charger
- Passbook (Not pictured)
- Ibuprofen (I'm prone to headaches)
- Sleeping Pills (To help with the jet lag or over excitement)
- Midol
- Pepto
- Mini first aid fit and extras
- Eye drops
- Mini toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Floss
- Deodorant
- Fold up hair brush with a mirror
- Soap
- Soap case
- Sea to Summit Extra Large Microfiber Towel
- REI small microfiber towel
- Q-Tips
- 1 self sharpening Eyeliner
- Grooming Kit
- Veet wax strips
- razor
- Hairbows
I plan to purchase shampoo, conditioner and detergent as I need them along my trip.
- My gorgeous new leather travel journal (yes, it's heavy and impractical but I love it)
- 2 pens
- 1 Glue stick (to glue in important things that I'd like to keep track of)
- 2 liter collapsible water bottle
- 1 backpack rain cover
- 1 insect proof sheet liner
- 1 travel wallet
- 1 flash light
- 4 TSA approved travel locks
- 1 chap stick (I actually packed 4 because I always misplace them)
- 2 packing cubes (these help tremendously with organizing and smashing things in)
- Camera Bag
- Nikon D3100
- Extra Lens Cover
- 1 32 GB memory Card
- 1 16 GB memory card
- 1 8 GB memory Card
- 3 rechargeable batteries
- Battery charger
- 1 zoom lens
- 3 filters and filter holder
- 1 Memory Stick
So, what do you think? Am I taking too much, too little? Is there anything I should get rid of or add?
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