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Travel Tips

๐Ÿ“ฐ Subreddits for nomad travel, remote work, and gear

While I hope to offer a little insight into improving your travel game based on what Iโ€™ve learned, I find more tips and tricks from larger Reddit communities.

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022
Holding a powerbank
Travel Tech

๐Ÿ”‹ Large enough to power my laptop!

Now that all my devices can be powered over USB-C, I only want to carry a single portable power bank to charge them that fits in my jacket or sling.

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022
Alpaka sling bag over chair with iFlex stand and Amazon Fire 10 tablet
Travel Gear

๐Ÿ‘ The trendy bag type I’ve added to my arsenal

This low-profile sling can fit my Fire 10 tablet and iFlex stand, and has replaced my daypack on shorter trips when I donโ€™t need my laptop accessible.

December 4, 2022December 4, 2022
Two Lamborghinis and a Ferarri in Monaco
Destinations

๐ŸŽ Destination Highlight: Monaco

After surfacing from the train station, a small fleet of Lamborghinis ripped past us on one of the legs of the famous F1 street circuit.

December 2, 2022December 2, 2022
David Archy underwear
Travel Gear

๐Ÿฉฒ Underwear! Lightweight, comfortable, and quick drying

They’re comfortable, dry just as quickly, and, most importantly, the elastic waistband lasts way longer than the ExOfficio options.

November 27, 2022November 27, 2022
Simple packing gear on a map
Travel Tips

๐Ÿ“ƒ My favorite gear review site

I wish I had unlimited money and time to try out more gear (I have neither) so I look to the experts when I need ideas or help.

November 19, 2022November 19, 2022
Tiny flashlights near a quarter and euro
Travel Tech

๐Ÿ”ฆ Excellent flashlight options to keep in your carry

While the flashlight on your phone works in a pinch, it destroys your battery and doesnโ€™t light up more than small spaces.

November 19, 2022November 19, 2022
Nomader water bottle on an Aer travel backpack
Travel Gear

๐Ÿ’งDitch the plastic for a packable bottle

Whatโ€™s better than saving space AND the environment!?

November 19, 2022November 19, 2022
Azores, Santorini, Finland, and various comic book shop bookmarks
Travel Tips

๐Ÿ”– Why bookmarks and postcards are the best souvenirs

Theyโ€™re inexpensive, take up no space, you can find them everywhere, and you can use them to remind you of your trips (assuming you read physical books).

November 12, 2022November 12, 2022
Apple Air Tag on a Desk
Travel Tech

๐Ÿ—ผ It’s nice knowing where your stuff is

We use these nifty little circles whenever we check bags or if weโ€™re carrying bags in a city. We also throw one in our sonโ€™s backpack.

November 12, 2022November 12, 2022
Lee extreme motion stretch jeans
Travel Gear

๐Ÿ‘– Stretchy jeans for the most comfortable travels

Never would I have thought that pants would be considered travel gear. These jeans are perfect for long flights and train rides.

November 11, 2022November 11, 2022
OG Zelda projected with table-sized controller
Destinations

๐ŸŽฎ Destination Highlight: Computerspielemuseum, Berlin

This quiet, tucked-away museum showcases the history of games with German and English exhibits, playable hardware, and a lovely little guest shop.

October 28, 2022November 4, 2022
Stacked old suitcases
Travel Gear

๐Ÿงณ Two perfect carry-on options and a niche alternative for special occasions

I prefer to travel with a single backpack or a backpack and a duffle, but I occasionally travel with a carry-on bag. Here are a couple excellent options.

October 28, 2022November 4, 2022
Aftershokz bone conduction headphones
Travel Tech

๐ŸŽง Bone conduction headphones: Not just for exercising

This Aeropex model weighs next to nothing, has excellent battery life, is waterproof, and is loud enough to hear even the quietest podcasts.

October 28, 2022November 4, 2022
Low profile packing items
Travel Tips

๐Ÿงณ Epic low-profile packing to save space and weight

I evaluate everything I travel with and slim down anything I can. This strategy also allows me to take more items with me or have room to bring things home.

October 21, 2022November 6, 2022

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