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Packing

9 articles
8 ways to make packing for a trip more eco-friendly
4 min read 4 min

These days there are a myriad of ways we can reduce our impact on the environment — from choosing how we travel and where we stay, to putting the righ...

5 fun ways to start preparing for your summer trip today
3 min read 3 min

The balmy evenings, faint scent of sun cream and long, sunny days: summer is finally upon us. With sunshine and new surroundings on the brain, it’s ha...

How to pack like a boss – 10 invaluable tips from experienced travelers
5 min read 5 min

Ever found yourself desperately stuffing your bag with a random set of clothes a few hours before dashing off to the airport? How about spending weeks...

10 things you should pack this summer
3 min read 3 min

If there’s one thing that’s more important than spending time abroad this summer, it’s looking good while you’re doing it. We turned to our wonderful ...

How to pack for a year abroad (and why you should start getting ready now)
4 min read 4 min

When it comes to packing for an extended period of time away, there is no such thing as ‘too soon’. Packing last minute means forgetting vital items, ...

Travel like a pro: Packing checklist for any kind of trip
7 min read 7 min

We’ve all been there – arriving at our destination after a long journey only to unpack and realize that something important hasn’t made the journey wi...

The 5 top fashion mistakes to avoid when traveling
4 min read 4 min

When planning for your travels, it can be a challenge to decide what to pack. Questions like what do people wear when it snows? When will I need comfo...

The art of traveling light: 5 tips for packing a carry-on
4 min read 4 min

My name is Isabelle and I’m a notorious over-packer who somehow always forgets that when it comes to packing, less is most definitely more. Luckily, I...

Road trip essentials (Don’t hit the road without us)
2 min read 2 min

If there’s one thing that the Land of the Free does best after doughnuts and bulk sizes, it’s road trips. From the world’s largest ketchup bottle to f...