Travel Gear

Many people have strong opinions as to what should be brought on a trip and what shouldn’t.  And of course, everyone is right—at least for themselves. What you need to bring will be largely a matter of preference and necessity. Packing lists come in many shapes and sizes.

It’s difficult to tell exactly how much you will need until you’re out there traveling.  Many road veterans proudly proclaim how little they travel with, as if that were the true measure of one’s travel experience.  It’s certainly true that mostly everything you need in your daily life at home can be found just about anywhere.  People’s needs are pretty much the same wherever you go.  But the convenience of having certain things with you cannot be overstated.

In this section, you will find helpful lists to help you in planning the logistics of a trip.  Our pre-departure checklist will help you sort out all of the necessary details of your life before you leave.  Our packing lists, in the areas of clothing, gear, electronics, toiletries, and health can be used as general guidelines as to what you might want to bring.