Travel Guide - What to Take
Jul 22nd 2007 | 10:01 pm
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Travel Guide - What to Take
The biggest mistake the new independent traveller ever makes is taking
too much. Trying to be prepared for everything you will encounter in
an extended period away, will mean that you have too much in your pack
and are not prepared for the everyday reality of travel, when you have
to carry that pack. Even if you are strong, a heavy pack will dig into
your shoulders causing pain and backache a lot faster than you might
imagine.
TravelTip! - 15Kg (33lbs) should be your maximum. To weigh your pack,
stand on some scales, note the weight, put on your pack, and stand on
the scales again. Subtract the first number from the second and you
have your pack weight. Or you could simply put your backpack on the
scales and get its weight without having to do the maths.
Now that said, some people will of necessity carry more. The
photographer, musician, or diving instructor will often take extra
heavy but essential equipment. That's a decision for them and no doubt
there will be days when the extra weight is quietly cursed.
Essentials:
Backpack or suitcase
Clothing;(Hot/Normal Destination)
Wind and waterproof jacket - try to get one that is breatheable.
Fleece, designed for under the jacket when cold and wet, or used on
its own when just cold.
2x Lightweight shirts/blouses - long sleeves - for warm nights with
mosquitos about, and which can double up as slightly smarter wear.
2x Light weight travel trousers, long legs, suitable for trekking.
Consider zip off trousers/pants that turn into shorts.
3x Tshirts
2x shorts/skirts.
Socks and underwear - matter of some debate, between 5 and 10 pairs.
Shoes - designed for hiking/walking, but also not so shabby as to look
out of place in a restaurant.
Sandals - for when you're not wearing the shoes.
Plastic slippers - known as thongs, flip flops as well, for use in
showers or just lounging around.
Second bag - light weight, collapses down to a small size, designed to
be packed away 90% of the time
Duct Tape - essential, massively strong tape good for fixing just
about anything. Black electrical tape, slightly different uses.
Guidebook - maximum two - one for your destination and the next area,
you'll have to pick up the rest as you go, carrying too many is
crazy.
First Aid Kit - bandages, disinfectant wipes, antiseptic cream, pain
killers.
Sun glasses - get a good quality pair that protects against UV in your
home country, those on the streets often come from dubious origin and
may not protect your eyes again harmful UV rays.
Swimsuit
Sleeping bag - for the occasions where you don't have bedding
provided, or you don't trust it.
Silk or cotton sleeping bag insert.
Earplugs - if you can wear these, they are an essential. You will be
in dormitories where someone snores, where the doors bang, where the
sound of the motorway next door is too loud for sleep. Earplugs will
allow you to sleep when otherwise you can't.
Nice to Haves:
Fiction books - take two paperbacks, when you've read one, trade it
for another - hostels often have a trade bookshelf.
Music Player - CD Player, Ipod, Cassettes, Minidisk - what you take is
up to you. (See the techie part of this guide).
Camera - SLR or digital - as long as you have something to record your
adventures. More in the toys section.
Torch - small one - a LED head torch is perfect, as it allows your
hands to be free when in use.
Regarding stay in delhi or service apartments in delhi
Are you visiting Delhi for a short trip or an extended stay and are
looking for a comfortable
vacation with ultimate services and home stay away from home? Then at
a Palm Greens
serviced apartments, you will have a living room to
relax or entertain, space to work and if your mood takes you, you can
prepare a meal. Hotels are
great but a Fully furnished serviced apartments has much more for your
service. With so much extra
space at a serviced apartments, you will have space
to relax and really enjoy your stay. Use our exclusive Corporate
service apartments, Executive
serviced apartments for business trip or extended stay and Fully
Furnished
service apartments for relocation or family
vacation in New Delhi.
Features:
Fully furnished, equipped and air-conditioned
service apartments.
Telephone, Internet Broadband connection.
Colored T.V.with 24 hrs. cable connection.
The kitchen has fridge, gas burner stove, toaster, water filter,
microwave oven, electric kettle,
etc. All crockery, cutlery and glassware.
Palm Greens service apartments are best
suited for your stay at Luxurious service
apartments, and Budget service
apartments, in New Delhi.
For More Info [email protected]
Or visit us http://www.palgroups.com
too much. Trying to be prepared for everything you will encounter in
an extended period away, will mean that you have too much in your pack
and are not prepared for the everyday reality of travel, when you have
to carry that pack. Even if you are strong, a heavy pack will dig into
your shoulders causing pain and backache a lot faster than you might
imagine.
TravelTip! - 15Kg (33lbs) should be your maximum. To weigh your pack,
stand on some scales, note the weight, put on your pack, and stand on
the scales again. Subtract the first number from the second and you
have your pack weight. Or you could simply put your backpack on the
scales and get its weight without having to do the maths.
Now that said, some people will of necessity carry more. The
photographer, musician, or diving instructor will often take extra
heavy but essential equipment. That's a decision for them and no doubt
there will be days when the extra weight is quietly cursed.
Essentials:
Backpack or suitcase
Clothing;(Hot/Normal Destination)
Wind and waterproof jacket - try to get one that is breatheable.
Fleece, designed for under the jacket when cold and wet, or used on
its own when just cold.
2x Lightweight shirts/blouses - long sleeves - for warm nights with
mosquitos about, and which can double up as slightly smarter wear.
2x Light weight travel trousers, long legs, suitable for trekking.
Consider zip off trousers/pants that turn into shorts.
3x Tshirts
2x shorts/skirts.
Socks and underwear - matter of some debate, between 5 and 10 pairs.
Shoes - designed for hiking/walking, but also not so shabby as to look
out of place in a restaurant.
Sandals - for when you're not wearing the shoes.
Plastic slippers - known as thongs, flip flops as well, for use in
showers or just lounging around.
Second bag - light weight, collapses down to a small size, designed to
be packed away 90% of the time
Duct Tape - essential, massively strong tape good for fixing just
about anything. Black electrical tape, slightly different uses.
Guidebook - maximum two - one for your destination and the next area,
you'll have to pick up the rest as you go, carrying too many is
crazy.
First Aid Kit - bandages, disinfectant wipes, antiseptic cream, pain
killers.
Sun glasses - get a good quality pair that protects against UV in your
home country, those on the streets often come from dubious origin and
may not protect your eyes again harmful UV rays.
Swimsuit
Sleeping bag - for the occasions where you don't have bedding
provided, or you don't trust it.
Silk or cotton sleeping bag insert.
Earplugs - if you can wear these, they are an essential. You will be
in dormitories where someone snores, where the doors bang, where the
sound of the motorway next door is too loud for sleep. Earplugs will
allow you to sleep when otherwise you can't.
Nice to Haves:
Fiction books - take two paperbacks, when you've read one, trade it
for another - hostels often have a trade bookshelf.
Music Player - CD Player, Ipod, Cassettes, Minidisk - what you take is
up to you. (See the techie part of this guide).
Camera - SLR or digital - as long as you have something to record your
adventures. More in the toys section.
Torch - small one - a LED head torch is perfect, as it allows your
hands to be free when in use.
Regarding stay in delhi or service apartments in delhi
Are you visiting Delhi for a short trip or an extended stay and are
looking for a comfortable
vacation with ultimate services and home stay away from home? Then at
a Palm Greens
serviced apartments, you will have a living room to
relax or entertain, space to work and if your mood takes you, you can
prepare a meal. Hotels are
great but a Fully furnished serviced apartments has much more for your
service. With so much extra
space at a serviced apartments, you will have space
to relax and really enjoy your stay. Use our exclusive Corporate
service apartments, Executive
serviced apartments for business trip or extended stay and Fully
Furnished
service apartments for relocation or family
vacation in New Delhi.
Features:
Fully furnished, equipped and air-conditioned
service apartments.
Telephone, Internet Broadband connection.
Colored T.V.with 24 hrs. cable connection.
The kitchen has fridge, gas burner stove, toaster, water filter,
microwave oven, electric kettle,
etc. All crockery, cutlery and glassware.
Palm Greens service apartments are best
suited for your stay at Luxurious service
apartments, and Budget service
apartments, in New Delhi.
For More Info [email protected]
Or visit us http://www.palgroups.com
Jul 23rd 2007 | 12:31 am
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Re: Travel Guide - What to Take
On Jul 23, 6:01 am, "[email protected]" <[email protected]> wrote:
> The biggest mistake the new independent traveller ever makes is taking
> too much.
How do you figure that? My guess would be the #1 most common
mistake is planning too much travel in too short a time.
[snip]
> TravelTip! - 15Kg (33lbs) should be your maximum.
So the 50 lbs I took for my 3 week vacation was too much?
Hmmm. That's funny because I left stuff behind I kinda needed
and couldn't find enroute.
[snip]
>
> Now that said, some people will of necessity carry more.
Ya think?
> The photographer, musician, or diving instructor will often take extra
> heavy but essential equipment. That's a decision for them and no doubt
> there will be days when the extra weight is quietly cursed.
The list might be a bit longer than that, and probably a bit
less specialized. Length of stay might just figure in here.
Variety of expected weather might also influence this as well.
Intended activity is also a big driver. I might take far more
stuff on a ski trip than on a trip to the beach.
> Essentials:
>
> Backpack or suitcase
>
> Clothing;(Hot/Normal Destination)
>
> Wind and waterproof jacket - try to get one that is breatheable.
I do, but I think alot of folks might not particularly use one.
If the weather is bad, they're gonna focus on "indoor" activities.
> Fleece, designed for under the jacket when cold and wet, or used on
> its own when just cold.
Thought this was for a "hot" destination? Even for a
"normal" that jacket you just mentioned will cover for a cool
evening. If you get a surprise cold snap, buy something. As
you said, one can't pack for all remote possibilities.
> 2x Lightweight shirts/blouses - long sleeves - for warm nights with
> mosquitos about, and which can double up as slightly smarter wear.
Maybe for a week, but if going for longer, you're gonna end up
doing laundry. I HATE doing laundry on vacation. Had to do it
twice on my last 3 week vacation (extenuating circumstances)
and both times it was a paid. And not everything got particularly
clean.
> 2x Light weight travel trousers, long legs, suitable for trekking.
> Consider zip off trousers/pants that turn into shorts.
If one is doing much trekking, 2 is gonna be a bare minimum.
> 3x Tshirts
I'm starting to warm up to the various forms of "quick dry".
The standard cotton T-shirt just has too many short comings.
> 2x shorts/skirts.
I thought that's what the zip offs were for?
> Socks and underwear - matter of some debate, between 5 and 10 pairs.
On pair a day, with a couple of spares for the trip. You can try
to
double up on the socks.
> Shoes - designed for hiking/walking, but also not so shabby as to look
> out of place in a restaurant.
3 pairs for a hiking trip, 2 for more "casual" trips. One pair
more
for "serious" walking around, the other for dressier occasions. Both/
all
good for walking some distance.
> Sandals - for when you're not wearing the shoes.
When I'm not what?
> Plastic slippers - known as thongs, flip flops as well, for use in
> showers or just lounging around.
>
> Second bag - light weight, collapses down to a small size, designed to
> be packed away 90% of the time
>
> Duct Tape - essential, massively strong tape good for fixing just
> about anything. Black electrical tape, slightly different uses.
>
> Guidebook - maximum two - one for your destination and the next area,
> you'll have to pick up the rest as you go, carrying too many is
> crazy.
>
> First Aid Kit - bandages, disinfectant wipes, antiseptic cream, pain
> killers.
>
> Sun glasses - get a good quality pair that protects against UV in your
> home country, those on the streets often come from dubious origin and
> may not protect your eyes again harmful UV rays.
>
> Swimsuit
Only for certain trips.
> Sleeping bag - for the occasions where you don't have bedding
> provided, or you don't trust it.
>
> Silk or cotton sleeping bag insert.
A simple sheet, or one of the silk sleeping sleeves is good
enough.
> Earplugs - if you can wear these, they are an essential. You will be
> in dormitories where someone snores, where the doors bang, where the
> sound of the motorway next door is too loud for sleep. Earplugs will
> allow you to sleep when otherwise you can't.
>
> Nice to Haves:
>
> Fiction books - take two paperbacks, when you've read one, trade it
> for another - hostels often have a trade bookshelf.
Something wrong with non-fiction?
> Music Player - CD Player, Ipod, Cassettes, Minidisk - what you take is
> up to you. (See the techie part of this guide).
Why are you traveling? Unplug and "tune in".
> Camera - SLR or digital - as long as you have something to record your
> adventures. More in the toys section.
>
> Torch - small one - a LED head torch is perfect, as it allows your
> hands to be free when in use.
A small flashlight isn't a bad idea but a head lamp is about the
last version I'd advise. They tend towards the bulky side.
Oh, and if you're posting copyrighted material, now you're doing
2 things wrong.
> The biggest mistake the new independent traveller ever makes is taking
> too much.
How do you figure that? My guess would be the #1 most common
mistake is planning too much travel in too short a time.
[snip]
> TravelTip! - 15Kg (33lbs) should be your maximum.
So the 50 lbs I took for my 3 week vacation was too much?
Hmmm. That's funny because I left stuff behind I kinda needed
and couldn't find enroute.
[snip]
>
> Now that said, some people will of necessity carry more.
Ya think?
> The photographer, musician, or diving instructor will often take extra
> heavy but essential equipment. That's a decision for them and no doubt
> there will be days when the extra weight is quietly cursed.
The list might be a bit longer than that, and probably a bit
less specialized. Length of stay might just figure in here.
Variety of expected weather might also influence this as well.
Intended activity is also a big driver. I might take far more
stuff on a ski trip than on a trip to the beach.
> Essentials:
>
> Backpack or suitcase
>
> Clothing;(Hot/Normal Destination)
>
> Wind and waterproof jacket - try to get one that is breatheable.
I do, but I think alot of folks might not particularly use one.
If the weather is bad, they're gonna focus on "indoor" activities.
> Fleece, designed for under the jacket when cold and wet, or used on
> its own when just cold.
Thought this was for a "hot" destination? Even for a
"normal" that jacket you just mentioned will cover for a cool
evening. If you get a surprise cold snap, buy something. As
you said, one can't pack for all remote possibilities.
> 2x Lightweight shirts/blouses - long sleeves - for warm nights with
> mosquitos about, and which can double up as slightly smarter wear.
Maybe for a week, but if going for longer, you're gonna end up
doing laundry. I HATE doing laundry on vacation. Had to do it
twice on my last 3 week vacation (extenuating circumstances)
and both times it was a paid. And not everything got particularly
clean.
> 2x Light weight travel trousers, long legs, suitable for trekking.
> Consider zip off trousers/pants that turn into shorts.
If one is doing much trekking, 2 is gonna be a bare minimum.
> 3x Tshirts
I'm starting to warm up to the various forms of "quick dry".
The standard cotton T-shirt just has too many short comings.
> 2x shorts/skirts.
I thought that's what the zip offs were for?
> Socks and underwear - matter of some debate, between 5 and 10 pairs.
On pair a day, with a couple of spares for the trip. You can try
to
double up on the socks.
> Shoes - designed for hiking/walking, but also not so shabby as to look
> out of place in a restaurant.
3 pairs for a hiking trip, 2 for more "casual" trips. One pair
more
for "serious" walking around, the other for dressier occasions. Both/
all
good for walking some distance.
> Sandals - for when you're not wearing the shoes.
When I'm not what?
> Plastic slippers - known as thongs, flip flops as well, for use in
> showers or just lounging around.
>
> Second bag - light weight, collapses down to a small size, designed to
> be packed away 90% of the time
>
> Duct Tape - essential, massively strong tape good for fixing just
> about anything. Black electrical tape, slightly different uses.
>
> Guidebook - maximum two - one for your destination and the next area,
> you'll have to pick up the rest as you go, carrying too many is
> crazy.
>
> First Aid Kit - bandages, disinfectant wipes, antiseptic cream, pain
> killers.
>
> Sun glasses - get a good quality pair that protects against UV in your
> home country, those on the streets often come from dubious origin and
> may not protect your eyes again harmful UV rays.
>
> Swimsuit
Only for certain trips.
> Sleeping bag - for the occasions where you don't have bedding
> provided, or you don't trust it.
>
> Silk or cotton sleeping bag insert.
A simple sheet, or one of the silk sleeping sleeves is good
enough.
> Earplugs - if you can wear these, they are an essential. You will be
> in dormitories where someone snores, where the doors bang, where the
> sound of the motorway next door is too loud for sleep. Earplugs will
> allow you to sleep when otherwise you can't.
>
> Nice to Haves:
>
> Fiction books - take two paperbacks, when you've read one, trade it
> for another - hostels often have a trade bookshelf.
Something wrong with non-fiction?
> Music Player - CD Player, Ipod, Cassettes, Minidisk - what you take is
> up to you. (See the techie part of this guide).
Why are you traveling? Unplug and "tune in".
> Camera - SLR or digital - as long as you have something to record your
> adventures. More in the toys section.
>
> Torch - small one - a LED head torch is perfect, as it allows your
> hands to be free when in use.
A small flashlight isn't a bad idea but a head lamp is about the
last version I'd advise. They tend towards the bulky side.
Oh, and if you're posting copyrighted material, now you're doing
2 things wrong.
