In a few days I'll finally be making a short trip to visit my friends and family in Virginia. I haven't been on a plane since 2008, the first time I visited Chicago (and then moved here not even a few weeks later), so I'm realizing that I'll really have to bring my necessities down to a bare minimum, just so I can fit them all into my one allowed "personal item" bag.
I made a quick treasury of a few items that I really liked for light travel.
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| Traveling Light -- Etsy Treasury |
My must-haves include:
- A light snack -- as long as I know have one in my bag I'll be fine, but if I forget it I will inevitably become crazy-hungry.
- One bag that will fit everything -- bonus points for efficient pockets. I'm bringing my semi-handmade military backpack, which I covered in plaid fabric on the top flap. It looks great, it's the right size, and it fits way more than it looks like it would
- A journal or reading material -- it's a great opportunity to put your phone down
- Travel thermos -- hot coffee at the ready, for early morning flights
- Comfortable layered clothing -- leaves more room in your personal bag, and it's easy to lose a piece or two if you become too warm.
- Boots -- it's easier to wear them than to pack them.
- Headphones -- okay, I know I said I would put my phone down, but in the even of a crying baby on the plane, these are a definite must-have.
- Camera
- All-in-one wallet/passport cover
- Cigarette case
Because I will be traveling, I want to make a note that any items purchased from my Etsy shop from Nov. 5th until Nov. 10th will need a few extra days before they'll be shipped. If I find the time (and the space in my bag) for shopping, I might also be coming back with a few more items to list!
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