Hi Phil, know what you mean, too many Divas out there who think that packing means shoving high-fashion, plus the dog!, into large oversized bags. Many carry as much in their personal item totes as I pack in my one month carry on. Lindsay's on the right path but way overdoing the underwear! Happy travels:)
Seriously you have the best advice. Most travel bloggers give the same 10 tips but almost every single one you had was wonderful advice I've never even heard thank you!!
Granted, this video was made almost 3 years ago but "packing items that you aren't too attached to" hit home for me. It was the same advice given to me a long time ago, and I had forgotten. Game Changer. Thanks!
Watched this video last night and loved it. This is pretty much how I have packed as a traveler, with the exception of trying to stuff my electronics in the backpack also. It seems by the time I board the plane, there is not much room left in the overhead compartment. I also like to have everything at my feet, so that as soon as that bird touches down, I'm outta there. The thing that made me laugh about your video is buying stuff when you get there. Sometimes we think the place we are going to is on another planet. I'll never forget on one of my first solo trips from Texas to California, needing some random toiletry, and lo and behold, even in California they have Walmart! One of the pieces of advice I had heard a long time ago about traveling to Europe was to pack for a normal vacation. Then take half the clothes and twice the money.
I am starting my traveling adventure in Jan! Cali-> Big Island. I've offically sold all of my belongings execpt what fits in my 75 liter backpacking gear. This video came at the perfect timing! You convinced me to repack for my 45 ltr and get rid of way more stuff because im really nervous about having to check most all of my belongings every time I fly. Honestly the 75 ltr backpack just has me saying "So much room for activities!" lol. Keep it up girl. These vids are great.
Ah, thanks so much and so happy to help! And yes, I am totally Team Anti-Checked Bags, lol. Just makes life so much simpler in a carry on. Your trip sounds fantastic - happy travels and thanks for watching!
Hi Bo, single bag’s the travel holy grail. Most of us start with single carry on and a personal item. Lindsay's on the right track. Too much underwear though. Love her philosophy on passing items on as you travel. We do this with hiking poles which are a no-no with carry on. Happy travels:)
Wow that was incredibly helpful! All the other videos about packing carry-on only were too long and a bit hard to grasp. This was SO much more organized and easy to understand. Thanks so much! Keep up the great videos!
So glad I just found your channel! Love your vids Miss Lindsay, so clear, honest and to the point... epic advice! 😄 being unattached to your belongings defo makes travel so much more carefree!
This was super insightful! I could watch these types of videos all day and really enjoyed yours because it was brief and straight to the point! Would you mind sharing a link to the shoulder bag you showed were you put all your electronics in? It looks so neat! :)
Thank you! Hm.... So I bought this bag at a random little store in Bangkok. Let me check the brand when I get home and I'll let you know :) Thanks for watching!
The Minimalist Ninja so the brand is called VAUDE and the detail tag just says "Green Shape Guaranteed Eco Product" - I think I remember it being about $70 USD. It has lasted me years and thousands of miles (literally) hope this helps and thanks for watching!
great video! I really like this series. I'm really overwhelmed with carry electronics, sd cards, and how to edit footage while traveling. Can you do a video on all your tech stuff, and editing software you use, and how you organize it?
Hey Karina, sure thing! That is definitely a tricky thing to tackle but I will for sure find a way to work it into an upcoming video because I know it's super important. Happy travels and thanks for watching!
Best packing vídeo ever! This is seriously the best I have ever seen. Very objective and all useful information a 100% of the time. Great content, presenter, etc. Congratulations on such great work! This channel is going far! Thank you for the video!
Good for you. Travelling from India you'll be able to pack some of those beautiful and versatile scarves:) When the relatives ask you to carry stuff for distant cousins stand firm and tell them sorry you're travelling carry on only - they will probably be incredulous. Start a trend!!! Let me know how you go. Happy travels:)
So glad I just found your channel. I am so happy. I just booked my first solo travel. I am only going to a different state in my country (Australia) but all your videos have helped me so much
Hi Megan, a heads-up from another Aussie, 5 bras and 7 underwear are way too much - consider ExOfficio underwear - I travel/hike the world with 2 pairs only, lol (they are super comfy, lightweight and dry overnight). I extra bra if you're travelling during summer. Less underwear more room for other choices. Happy Travels:)
Hi Lindsay, thanks for the great tips. I'll definitely be looking into a snowboard lock, that's a great idea for saving room and weight! I love your videos!!!
This is EXACTLY how we want to travel. I have a bad back so I have to get a roller bag. My question is....can I bring that and the bag you had to put my pc, camera, tech stuff, etc...and put that one under the seat? Do they charge to have 2 bags like that? We definitely don't want to be bringing suitecases that can get lost, stolen and not to mention....just heavy and bulky. We want to travel light like you have in this video. Thanks for all the tips :) Melody
Living Free Forever yes! You should be able to - most airlines allow "a bag and personal item" as carry on so your roller suitcase (presuming it's small enough to be considered carry on) is your "carry on" and your pack (it can even be a regular backpack, purse or pouch like I have) as your "personal item." The roller (or big bag) goes in overhead and the smaller bag goes under the seat. Hope this helps!
Lindsay Mc Yes, I was thinking I better get the smallest(strictest) size of all airlines so it will be good for ANY airline because I won't know who I will be flying with. I better remember this. Thank you! :)
I can imagine! I recently started a travel channel myself and I'm loving it :) I definitely will, but first I'll watch more of your videos to make sure I don't ask for something you've already done :)
It's amazing that you could fit all this in your backpack :) But I learned that a lot of airlines weigh your carry on and very often you're not allowed more than 5 oder 7 kilos. Could you tell us how heavy your backpack was? :) Because I think THAT really is the tricky part when it comes to traveling with a carry on only
I just discovered your channel and this is so inspiring ! I'm 18 and I'm a tourism student at the moment but my dream would be to travel the world solo but I have to say that I'm scared. I don't know how I would afford it or how I would do if I have a job but I'm also exited so I'll see what's next but you're really making me want to leave right now 😂
Louise yay thanks Louise! So happy to hear. I am planning on making a video that talks about travel fears and I have one already about how to save money for travel so I hope that helps. Happy travels!
Great tips! thanks for sharing! I consider myself a minimalistic packer, but is always room for improvement. But a way, I love the energy you transmit in your video. Have a nice day!
Hey Lindsay, loving your videos. I saw the one about getting your gopro stolen..bummer. thanks you for heads up. I will be traveling solo starting in March and my first country is India. Question for you. My cross body bag has these cable zippers that I can use a small lock on them, so essentially I can tie the cable loop from the main pocket and the cable loop from the side pocket together. It's a nike bag that has traveled with me all over. Do you think its a good idea to walk around with a small lock on my bag? or do you think I will bring more attention?
Hi Yamileh, thanks so much! YES! Use the lock, lol. I don't think it will call too much attention to yourself. I'm in India right now again and some little kids just tried to pick pocket me by "accidentally" bumping into me last night. So annoying! Luckily, I didn't have anything in my pockets (don't keep anything in your pockets, front or back!) Also, because I'm here and dealing with this all right now, here are a few other tips - don't listen anyone that says you need to go to a "Tourist Information Office" because your hotel, or the road or whatever is closed - it's a scam. You don't. Just don't listen to them, walk away and find another way to get where you are going. My boyfriend and I were trying to walk across a train platform to Paharaganj 2 a few days ago and a guy in uniform told us we couldn't go there because of dengue fever or some bullshit. He told us to take a auto-rickshaw to the Tourist Information office but I already knew it's a scam. Basically, there are rickshaw drivers waiting for you and they'll drive you around pretending like they can't find it and charge you a ton of money. We found another way to walk to Paharaganj and of course, everything was fine. Also, don't eat anything or get in a rickshaw BEFORE you agree on a price and be VERY clear exactly what the price is. We literally just had this happen to us this AM, I always ask how much chai and somosas cost before I eat them (chai is 10 rupees and somosas are 10 rupees each) but the ONE time I forgot, we ate 4 somosa and had 2 chais and the guy charged us 220 RUPEES! It should have been 60 rupees, such a dick. Don't make my mistake, lol. India is WONDERFUL but crazy. Embrace the chaos and trust your gut (also, go to McLeod Ganj and Hampi, my favorite places in all of India) :) Happy travels!
Yay! Thanks and happy to hear! Sometimes I was a few weeks ahead of myself but lots of times, I booked just days before. Because I was so flexible of where I was going to go and when, I only booked when and to where it was cheap :)
cool, thinking of gradually going around the world instead of long haul flights, hopping around one way where ever, quite nervous still about it all but excited at the same time, love your positive energy with it all, thanks for getting back to me
Hey Lindsay, I watched all of your videos - they are so so so amazing 😄 but please - can you tell me where did you get that utility belt that you wear in the videos? Greetings from germany 😘
Hi Laura, thanks so much! So I bought this belt years ago at a yoga music festival and there is no brand or label on it but if you look on Etsy for "Festival Belts" there are some people who sell things similar. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Finally someone who DOES understand. Even though I can just agree with all of this (had actually hoped to learn something new ;) ) Thumbs up! Except for the fact that packing cubes are just overhyped nonsense. At least from a man's perspective :)
Two things I'd add as essentials:1) a pair of glasses if you wear contacts, you don't know when or if you're gonna lose them and 2) a small first aid kit with stuff for blisters and "Tourista", you can fit everything you'd need for that in a small pencil pouch and have room left over
okay, so i just discovered your channel and I absolutely love it! I'm only 16 and I know it's pretty young (but i live in Paris and here in France, you are considered as an adult when you're 18 and not 21 like in the US). To begin, i'd like to spent two month or so during the sumer holidays exploring the world right before starting high school ( so in two years). But there is still something i don't understand very well: i get that during a normal day, you can live for less then 30 box, but I'm wondering: do you include the price of the plane tickets? And did you book every single plane tickets before leaving your home or just before leaving the country you were in? (i'm not sure I'm being very clear, it can sometimes be hard to express myself in English) Anyways, everything you do on this channel is amazing and very hep full! thank you for that!!
Hi Jeanne, thanks so much and so awesome that you're getting into travel so early! For my series $30 a Day did include the flights but because I was so flexible, I bought the cheapest flights at the cheapest times so they didn't cost much. If you go somewhere inexpensive like South East Asia and can fly there at a flexible time you can get a super cheap flight there and spend as little as $10 a day on food and housing in places like Chiang Mai and HCMC. Happy travels!
Emilie Carpenter thanks so much Emilie! So I got it at a yoga festival years ago and I haven't be able to find an exact replacement since (mine is starting to fall apart and the company that made it doesn't anymore!) but if you look up "festival belts" on Google and/or Etsy, you'll see a bunch of options to choose from. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
this was so helpful! In two months i going to travelling one year with a carry-on and was concerned about what to bring with and how the fuck i can put this hole stuff in the BachPack
So... I NEVER get currency beforehand. I would just always just pull out money out of the ATM in the new country after I land... And then I just got JAMMED in India during their currency problem. I was expecting to be able to take money out of the ATM and I couldn't because they were having a money crisis and the ATMs were out of money. I ended up in a pretty frustrating situation. I think it's smart to carry some easily traded currency (USD or Euro) so you can exchange if you need to but I still would only exchange it after I arrive in the new country. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
Dear Lindsay, I have 2 simple questions: How many liters of capacity has your backpack? As you said, while travelling you carried on all the time with your value stuff, however when you were doing one day trip, do you felt safe leaving all your stuff simple locked at the hostel? I mean, they could take your staff anyway and just unlocked somewhere else :P Or is there any other trick?
Hi Marta! Not sure how many liters my backpack was because it's just a regular school backpack. It's not big at all though, sorry I can't be more helpful on that. I always just left my stuff locked up at the hostel. Most have lockers that you can lock (you have to have your own lock) - I'd leave my backpack with my clothes out if the locker was small and just lock up my expensive stuff like my camera, laptop, passport, etc. I never had any problems! Some hostels didn't have lockers and I just left my stuff on or next to my bed. I don't know if I would recommend that but I was fine and never had anything stolen. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Hey! I’m a little confused about the contact lenses. I use daily contacts and am travelling with a carry-on only. Do they have to go in the quart size bag with other liquids or they can be in a separate bag? Thanks :)
Depends. Laptops are definitely an added thing to carry and keep track of but for me, the pros WAY out weighed the cons. If you can't live without your laptop (like for me, I need it to edit videos) than it makes sense to take but if you can get away with just using your smart phone or a smartphone and a tablet, I would save the headache and just take those. Less to track, less to lose but totally depends on your tech needs while traveling.
Dayana Garcia yes! In this series- if you go to my channel page you'll see a video on how to save money for a trip in the same play list as this video. I'm also about to post a video for top destinations for first time travelers as well in the same play list :)
The only issue I have is that I am plus size and I have big feet. I would love buying clothes in other countries, but I feel like I won’t be able to find anything in my size so packing enough for like a 3/4 weeks is a big thing and I am not sure how to handle it. I mean I packed enough clothes for a week and 4 pairs of shoes with other necessities in a carry on but I feel like I need to pack more.
Hi Jamie, as a serious traveller I think it's a good idea to know the weight of your bag. Airlines are clamping down and remember if you are changing airlines the lowest weight & linear dimensions apply. I make a list so I pretty much know where I stand during a trip - keeps it stress-free. I would not take the risk if you don't want to check a bag. Happy travels:)
One thing...maybe donate before leaving a place rater than when getting to a place where they are not useful. Great tips though! I also wash clothes in the shower. Dr. Bronners and Baking soda go a long way!
If you got to the Everest videos, you'll see in the comments I wrote a cost break down including permits, internal flights, food and accommodations! Costs can vary a lot depending on how you do the trek so those videos will help you with that :)
Hi Deloris, Lindsay's quite right. You might want to consider beer in India - it's cold and pasturised and often cheaper and more reliable than water (sometimes bottles are refilled and you don't know!). In the heat it's an attractive option and goes well with Indian food. Happy Travels:)
Mostly while traveling I over pack my carry on because it doesn't make sense to buy alleged the clothes you need if you are only away for a few weeks:-)
For sure! I still tend to pack VERY little for a 2 week trip because I figure if I did forget anything, unless it's SUPER important, I can make it through a 2 weeks without it... or if I do need to buy something (like a jacket, boots, bathing suit etc) I try to buy something I like and is different from what I already have at home so then at least it's just like I've added something to my wardrobe once I travel back home, lol.
Mostly I travel together with my family by car so it is okay to pack enough stuff .The last 2 year I have been to Ireland to an activity camp and it was somewhere in the nowhere so no connection to anything. Also you needed many clothes because it was very rainy and it wouldn't dry in one day😅
why not boots? I like to bring one pair of sandals and one pair of leather boots that double as every day boots and hikig boots and can be dressed up or down :)
That works too! For me, I would bring hiking boots and then find myself mostly wearing sandals or Chucks because they were more comfortable for everyday wear. When I thought about how heavy my boots were vs how often I wore them, I didn't think it made much sense so I switched to hiking shoes which have huge tread on the bottom (like boots) but way lighter. They did the job for me and took up half the room, plus I ended up wearing them more because I'd run in them like tennis shoes when I wanted to workout. I also just wore my sandals with little dresses when I wanted to dress up which I didn't do too often anyway. It's totally personal preference though!
All your money, valuables and passport in one place!??! Great tips, but that one is breaking rule number 1! What if it gets stolen? Embassy? No, split money into 3, photocopy passport and leave a copy in each bag.
No, I don't travel with a sleeping bag or tent. I bought a sleeping bag for the Everest Base Camp trek but I gave it away immediately after. Too much to carry and not necessary for me - I usually stayed in hostels or guesthouses
I really want to bring all my leotards. I know its silly but I want to keep them forever and I want to move to NZ, not just visit. At the same time I don't want to lose them, like maybe my mom might move when I'm abroad and might throw them away. I want to put them on my carry on bag just incase the checked bag gets lost during the plane process.
Admire it but cant do it. I’m going on vacation for Two weeks and im checking in two bags and i have a carryon. I cant do plain clothing. I need some serious choices of clothing. 🤷🏻♀️plus makeup is heavy. I wont even be wearing makeup during the day but at night... again.. i need choices. This would work mostly just for minimalist personality types.
Oh. My. God. Finally there's someone on youtube who actually gives decent packing advice. Thanks for the video this is one of the best on youtube.
Ah, thanks Phil! Big compliment and happy to help :)
Hi Phil, know what you mean, too many Divas out there who think that packing means shoving high-fashion, plus the dog!, into large oversized bags. Many carry as much in their personal item totes as I pack in my one month carry on. Lindsay's on the right path but way overdoing the underwear! Happy travels:)
Seriously you have the best advice. Most travel bloggers give the same 10 tips but almost every single one you had was wonderful advice I've never even heard thank you!!
Thanks so much, Kayla! :)
"Do not pack for "what if?" That's brilliant.
Granted, this video was made almost 3 years ago but "packing items that you aren't too attached to" hit home for me. It was the same advice given to me a long time ago, and I had forgotten. Game Changer. Thanks!
I really love your "you don't need this and you don't need that" approach instead of the usual "you need this and you need that" approach.
Watched this video last night and loved it. This is pretty much how I have packed as a traveler, with the exception of trying to stuff my electronics in the backpack also. It seems by the time I board the plane, there is not much room left in the overhead compartment. I also like to have everything at my feet, so that as soon as that bird touches down, I'm outta there.
The thing that made me laugh about your video is buying stuff when you get there. Sometimes we think the place we are going to is on another planet. I'll never forget on one of my first solo trips from Texas to California, needing some random toiletry, and lo and behold, even in California they have Walmart!
One of the pieces of advice I had heard a long time ago about traveling to Europe was to pack for a normal vacation. Then take half the clothes and twice the money.
Hi Bethany, 1/2 the clothes and 2 x the money is about right! I'd go as far as 1/3 of the clothes - leaves room for purchases:)
Great vid! Awesome advice! Love that you included the written lists of stuff for us to see
“And your cellphone *if you wanna bring it* “
Woah I got chills.
Great travel advice. Its so true, only pack stuff you're not attached to. I'll follow your tips next time I travel. I'm a fan of yours!
I am starting my traveling adventure in Jan! Cali-> Big Island. I've offically sold all of my belongings execpt what fits in my 75 liter backpacking gear. This video came at the perfect timing! You convinced me to repack for my 45 ltr and get rid of way more stuff because im really nervous about having to check most all of my belongings every time I fly. Honestly the 75 ltr backpack just has me saying "So much room for activities!" lol. Keep it up girl. These vids are great.
75 liter is a lot 2 carry around the world but i saw a lot of people doing it. i had 1 55 liter and it was more then enough
Ah, thanks so much and so happy to help! And yes, I am totally Team Anti-Checked Bags, lol. Just makes life so much simpler in a carry on. Your trip sounds fantastic - happy travels and thanks for watching!
You are hot blonde.
Thanks for this awesome video. I'm still trying to nail the "One Bag Philosophy", but I'm slowly getting there. Keep up the great work
Hi Bo, single bag’s the travel holy grail. Most of us start with single carry on and a personal item. Lindsay's on the right track. Too much underwear though. Love her philosophy on passing items on as you travel. We do this with hiking poles which are a no-no with carry on. Happy travels:)
Wow that was incredibly helpful! All the other videos about packing carry-on only were too long and a bit hard to grasp. This was SO much more organized and easy to understand.
Thanks so much!
Keep up the great videos!
Thanks so much Wong, so happy I could help and will do (new video coming soon!) :)
World Wide Wong agreed!! Short sweet and simple!! Thank you!!
You give such great tips! As travel podcasters we always appreciate good packing advice, and yours stands out!
So glad I just found your channel! Love your vids Miss Lindsay, so clear, honest and to the point... epic advice! 😄 being unattached to your belongings defo makes travel so much more carefree!
Hi Los, couldn't agree more - recently watched a vid where a blogger had her designer handbag stolen in Italy - so what not to do!
Amen girl! Realistic tips for traveling, even for those 1 week trips!
Really enjoy how your confidence just explodes on your videos. Great videos!
Joel Ponce thanks so much Joel!
best packing advice considering you travelled through many climates
Thanks Ren!
This was super insightful! I could watch these types of videos all day and really enjoyed yours because it was brief and straight to the point! Would you mind sharing a link to the shoulder bag you showed were you put all your electronics in? It looks so neat! :)
Thank you! Hm.... So I bought this bag at a random little store in Bangkok. Let me check the brand when I get home and I'll let you know :) Thanks for watching!
Lindsay Mc Thank you so much! :)
The Minimalist Ninja so the brand is called VAUDE and the detail tag just says "Green Shape Guaranteed Eco Product" - I think I remember it being about $70 USD. It has lasted me years and thousands of miles (literally) hope this helps and thanks for watching!
Lindsay Mc
thank you so much for checking it! that helps a lot!! :)
This is the best advice I've watched. I will be using this packing tips on my upcoming travel. Thank you!
Yay this is so useful! We’re getting ready to buy backpacks for our trip and this was a great reminder that less is more. Great video 😊
great video! I really like this series. I'm really overwhelmed with carry electronics, sd cards, and how to edit footage while traveling. Can you do a video on all your tech stuff, and editing software you use, and how you organize it?
Hey Karina, sure thing! That is definitely a tricky thing to tackle but I will for sure find a way to work it into an upcoming video because I know it's super important. Happy travels and thanks for watching!
Great advice! I also pack things I'm happy to give away and keep my valuables in one place knowing exactly where they are at all times.
Thanks Janine! Great minds think alike ;)
Best packing vídeo ever! This is seriously the best I have ever seen. Very objective and all useful information a 100% of the time. Great content, presenter, etc. Congratulations on such great work! This channel is going far! Thank you for the video!
Thank you so much, Elaine! So happy to help
Thanks for these tips! I'm adopting from India and really want to have just carry on to make travel easier.
Good for you. Travelling from India you'll be able to pack some of those beautiful and versatile scarves:) When the relatives ask you to carry stuff for distant cousins stand firm and tell them sorry you're travelling carry on only - they will probably be incredulous. Start a trend!!! Let me know how you go. Happy travels:)
Hi Lindsay, loved your video! This has both hot and cold weather packing so helpful! Can you make a video on camera and gears to bring?
This is a really good channel. I'm inspired to travel alone more
So glad I just found your channel. I am so happy. I just booked my first solo travel. I am only going to a different state in my country (Australia) but all your videos have helped me so much
Yay! So happy to hear, thanks Megan and happy travels!
Hi Megan, a heads-up from another Aussie, 5 bras and 7 underwear are way too much - consider ExOfficio underwear - I travel/hike the world with 2 pairs only, lol (they are super comfy, lightweight and dry overnight). I extra bra if you're travelling during summer. Less underwear more room for other choices. Happy Travels:)
Hi Lindsay, thanks for the great tips. I'll definitely be looking into a snowboard lock, that's a great idea for saving room and weight! I love your videos!!!
Thanks Ben! So happy to hear and hope it helps you save some room :)
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This is EXACTLY how we want to travel. I have a bad back so I have to get a roller bag. My question is....can I bring that and the bag you had to put my pc, camera, tech stuff, etc...and put that one under the seat? Do they charge to have 2 bags like that? We definitely don't want to be bringing suitecases that can get lost, stolen and not to mention....just heavy and bulky. We want to travel light like you have in this video. Thanks for all the tips :) Melody
Living Free Forever yes! You should be able to - most airlines allow "a bag and personal item" as carry on so your roller suitcase (presuming it's small enough to be considered carry on) is your "carry on" and your pack (it can even be a regular backpack, purse or pouch like I have) as your "personal item." The roller (or big bag) goes in overhead and the smaller bag goes under the seat. Hope this helps!
Living Free Forever but please check before you fly because different airlines have different rules just to be sure!
Lindsay Mc Yes, I was thinking I better get the smallest(strictest) size of all airlines so it will be good for ANY airline because I won't know who I will be flying with. I better remember this. Thank you! :)
Your channel is amazing!!! How did I not discover it earlier?
Thank you so much! I have so much fun making these vids - let me know if there is anything in particular you'd like to see. Thanks and happy travels!
I can imagine! I recently started a travel channel myself and I'm loving it :)
I definitely will, but first I'll watch more of your videos to make sure I don't ask for something you've already done :)
This is an amazing video. Amazing advice and right to the point. I love it!
Thank you for this video!! I'm curious as to what more you could tell us about packing tech?
Another excellent video! Thank you!
I love your videos because it's brief but full of info.
Thank you! :)
It's amazing that you could fit all this in your backpack :) But I learned that a lot of airlines weigh your carry on and very often you're not allowed more than 5 oder 7 kilos. Could you tell us how heavy your backpack was? :) Because I think THAT really is the tricky part when it comes to traveling with a carry on only
I just discovered your channel and this is so inspiring ! I'm 18 and I'm a tourism student at the moment but my dream would be to travel the world solo but I have to say that I'm scared. I don't know how I would afford it or how I would do if I have a job but I'm also exited so I'll see what's next but you're really making me want to leave right now 😂
Louise yay thanks Louise! So happy to hear. I am planning on making a video that talks about travel fears and I have one already about how to save money for travel so I hope that helps. Happy travels!
This was awesome!! Thanks so much look forward to getting my trip started hopefully in the new year..
Eeee, so exciting! Hope this helps :)
Lindsay Mc it really does thanks again ☺️
Awesome video definitely packing cubes are the best always use it when I travel
I didn't know about them until a few years ago and I'll never go back to a messy backpack / suitcase :)
Hey, awesome video with great tips and well edited! Excited to binge watch the rest of your vids:) Aloha, Amy
Thanks Amy! Hope you like them :)
Great video. To the point and with perfect info. Thanks!
Best travel video!!! To the point and relatable :)
Great tips! thanks for sharing! I consider myself a minimalistic packer, but is always room for improvement. But a way, I love the energy you transmit in your video. Have a nice day!
So nice of you to say - thanks so much! :) Happy travels!
thank you for saying the TRUTH! never pack for what if!
Ha! Thanks Brad, the truth shall be told!
so useful thank you so much lpads of love from Egypt
This is so helpful thanks !
Of course! Thanks for watching Yvonne :)
do you have a print out
of the packing list
Make a screen shot :)
You deserve a tonne more subs!
Another great vid! Thank you for these tips!
Thank you! Happy to help - hope you have an awesome trip!
Loved this!!!
Hey Lindsay, loving your videos. I saw the one about getting your gopro stolen..bummer. thanks you for heads up. I will be traveling solo starting in March and my first country is India. Question for you. My cross body bag has these cable zippers that I can use a small lock on them, so essentially I can tie the cable loop from the main pocket and the cable loop from the side pocket together. It's a nike bag that has traveled with me all over. Do you think its a good idea to walk around with a small lock on my bag? or do you think I will bring more attention?
Hi Yamileh, thanks so much! YES! Use the lock, lol. I don't think it will call too much attention to yourself. I'm in India right now again and some little kids just tried to pick pocket me by "accidentally" bumping into me last night. So annoying! Luckily, I didn't have anything in my pockets (don't keep anything in your pockets, front or back!) Also, because I'm here and dealing with this all right now, here are a few other tips - don't listen anyone that says you need to go to a "Tourist Information Office" because your hotel, or the road or whatever is closed - it's a scam. You don't. Just don't listen to them, walk away and find another way to get where you are going. My boyfriend and I were trying to walk across a train platform to Paharaganj 2 a few days ago and a guy in uniform told us we couldn't go there because of dengue fever or some bullshit. He told us to take a auto-rickshaw to the Tourist Information office but I already knew it's a scam. Basically, there are rickshaw drivers waiting for you and they'll drive you around pretending like they can't find it and charge you a ton of money. We found another way to walk to Paharaganj and of course, everything was fine. Also, don't eat anything or get in a rickshaw BEFORE you agree on a price and be VERY clear exactly what the price is. We literally just had this happen to us this AM, I always ask how much chai and somosas cost before I eat them (chai is 10 rupees and somosas are 10 rupees each) but the ONE time I forgot, we ate 4 somosa and had 2 chais and the guy charged us 220 RUPEES! It should have been 60 rupees, such a dick. Don't make my mistake, lol. India is WONDERFUL but crazy. Embrace the chaos and trust your gut (also, go to McLeod Ganj and Hampi, my favorite places in all of India) :) Happy travels!
This is all great info. Thank you soooo much!!
Love it, thanks!! 😊
best vid iv seen so far for my plans eeeek, thank you!!! btw, did u book your flights day by day on your travels? were they quite pricey?
Yay! Thanks and happy to hear! Sometimes I was a few weeks ahead of myself but lots of times, I booked just days before. Because I was so flexible of where I was going to go and when, I only booked when and to where it was cheap :)
cool, thinking of gradually going around the world instead of long haul flights, hopping around one way where ever, quite nervous still about it all but excited at the same time, love your positive energy with it all, thanks for getting back to me
Thank you for making this video.
Hey Lindsay, I watched all of your videos - they are so so so amazing 😄
but please - can you tell me where did you get that utility belt that you wear in the videos?
Greetings from germany 😘
Hi Laura, thanks so much! So I bought this belt years ago at a yoga music festival and there is no brand or label on it but if you look on Etsy for "Festival Belts" there are some people who sell things similar. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Great vlog. Thank you!
Of course, thanks for watching Desire!
Finally someone who DOES understand. Even though I can just agree with all of this (had actually hoped to learn something new ;) ) Thumbs up! Except for the fact that packing cubes are just overhyped nonsense. At least from a man's perspective :)
Great video 👍👍
Oh, fantastic voice too! Subscribed in the first vídeo. (As I'm sure a lot of people will also do!)
Thank you!
Great! That's an amazing video about that topic! :)
Thanks so much, Tika!
Hey Lindsay :) Do you have recommendations on shoes?
Two things I'd add as essentials:1) a pair of glasses if you wear contacts, you don't know when or if you're gonna lose them and 2) a small first aid kit with stuff for blisters and "Tourista", you can fit everything you'd need for that in a small pencil pouch and have room left over
okay, so i just discovered your channel and I absolutely love it! I'm only 16 and I know it's pretty young (but i live in Paris and here in France, you are considered as an adult when you're 18 and not 21 like in the US). To begin, i'd like to spent two month or so during the sumer holidays exploring the world right before starting high school ( so in two years). But there is still something i don't understand very well: i get that during a normal day, you can live for less then 30 box, but I'm wondering: do you include the price of the plane tickets? And did you book every single plane tickets before leaving your home or just before leaving the country you were in? (i'm not sure I'm being very clear, it can sometimes be hard to express myself in English)
Anyways, everything you do on this channel is amazing and very hep full! thank you for that!!
Hi Jeanne, thanks so much and so awesome that you're getting into travel so early! For my series $30 a Day did include the flights but because I was so flexible, I bought the cheapest flights at the cheapest times so they didn't cost much. If you go somewhere inexpensive like South East Asia and can fly there at a flexible time you can get a super cheap flight there and spend as little as $10 a day on food and housing in places like Chiang Mai and HCMC. Happy travels!
Lindsay Mc thank you so much for answering! I really like what you do and how helpful it is 🙃🙃
I appreciate that this was valuable for info for any gender!
Thanks Cameraplex, happy travels! :)
May I ask what kind of hip pack you are wearing in some of the photos? Love your videos!
Emilie Carpenter thanks so much Emilie! So I got it at a yoga festival years ago and I haven't be able to find an exact replacement since (mine is starting to fall apart and the company that made it doesn't anymore!) but if you look up "festival belts" on Google and/or Etsy, you'll see a bunch of options to choose from. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
Great advise. Thanks.
Thanks Virginia!
great. you helped a lot! thx :)
well said and thank you soooo much ...great !
You are awesome! Love this video lol
Thanks! :)
this is like a more detail version of reese witherspoons "wild" back pack tutorial.
Ah, I've never seen it - I've only read the book. I think I'll have to rent it next time we have a rainy day over here :)
Lindsay Mc you should. movies with travelling on its premise always are interesting to me.
this was so helpful! In two months i going to travelling one year with a carry-on and was concerned about what to bring with and how the fuck i can put this hole stuff in the BachPack
YES! Exactly. Less is more! Glad this video helps and happiest of travels!
music is too loud babe but great vid!
Do you recommend exchanging currency in your country before leaving or after at an airport ATM?
I've read mixed reviews
So... I NEVER get currency beforehand. I would just always just pull out money out of the ATM in the new country after I land... And then I just got JAMMED in India during their currency problem. I was expecting to be able to take money out of the ATM and I couldn't because they were having a money crisis and the ATMs were out of money. I ended up in a pretty frustrating situation. I think it's smart to carry some easily traded currency (USD or Euro) so you can exchange if you need to but I still would only exchange it after I arrive in the new country. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
how many clothes should i pack for 1 full month? do i pack only for 2 weeks=days days? or pack for 3 weeks=15 days
Dear Lindsay, I have 2 simple questions:
How many liters of capacity has your backpack?
As you said, while travelling you carried on all the time with your value stuff, however when you were doing one day trip, do you felt safe leaving all your stuff simple locked at the hostel? I mean, they could take your staff anyway and just unlocked somewhere else :P Or is there any other trick?
Hi Marta! Not sure how many liters my backpack was because it's just a regular school backpack. It's not big at all though, sorry I can't be more helpful on that. I always just left my stuff locked up at the hostel. Most have lockers that you can lock (you have to have your own lock) - I'd leave my backpack with my clothes out if the locker was small and just lock up my expensive stuff like my camera, laptop, passport, etc. I never had any problems! Some hostels didn't have lockers and I just left my stuff on or next to my bed. I don't know if I would recommend that but I was fine and never had anything stolen. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Hey! I’m a little confused about the contact lenses. I use daily contacts and am travelling with a carry-on only. Do they have to go in the quart size bag with other liquids or they can be in a separate bag? Thanks :)
krystal mathieu hi Krystal, dailys count as a liquid so you will have to pull them out when you go through security but they are allowed :)
this was perfect!!! thank you :-)
Glad to hear! More coming soon :) I'm in India right now but soon as I'm back to the US, I'll start uploading again with more tips as well!
Lindsay Mc ok so I'm leaving for 10 days in Croatia, how do I lock up my backpack for the bus trips???? 🤓🤓🤓🤓
Finally some common sense👍
Was it difficult carrying round that laptop? debating whether or not to take mine as going round india for six months
Depends. Laptops are definitely an added thing to carry and keep track of but for me, the pros WAY out weighed the cons. If you can't live without your laptop (like for me, I need it to edit videos) than it makes sense to take but if you can get away with just using your smart phone or a smartphone and a tablet, I would save the headache and just take those. Less to track, less to lose but totally depends on your tech needs while traveling.
Do you have any videos about saving money ?
Dayana Garcia yes! In this series- if you go to my channel page you'll see a video on how to save money for a trip in the same play list as this video. I'm also about to post a video for top destinations for first time travelers as well in the same play list :)
Thank you
KuruKuruGorilla :)
Good advice! Music is too distracting though...
The only issue I have is that I am plus size and I have big feet. I would love buying clothes in other countries, but I feel like I won’t be able to find anything in my size so packing enough for like a 3/4 weeks is a big thing and I am not sure how to handle it. I mean I packed enough clothes for a week and 4 pairs of shoes with other necessities in a carry on but I feel like I need to pack more.
Can you write down the list of things you talked about in the video and add any links if you can so it's a little easier to find... TIA :)
Hey Rita, sure thing! I will pull up some links from Amazon and other resources and link to them in the description :)
Lindsay Mc thank you so much ... you're the best
I finally did this! I added links in the description :)
OMG Thank you for remembering me :)
Weight. Please tell us how much your bags weight. Have you checked luggage each itme you flew?
I never checked bags, just Carry On only and they were not heavy, not sure how much they weighed though.
Hi Jamie, as a serious traveller I think it's a good idea to know the weight of your bag. Airlines are clamping down and remember if you are changing airlines the lowest weight & linear dimensions apply. I make a list so I pretty much know where I stand during a trip - keeps it stress-free. I would not take the risk if you don't want to check a bag. Happy travels:)
What is the songs playing called?
One thing...maybe donate before leaving a place rater than when getting to a place where they are not useful. Great tips though! I also wash clothes in the shower. Dr. Bronners and Baking soda go a long way!
Thanks so much, Felicia!
u did everest? how much did that cost
If you got to the Everest videos, you'll see in the comments I wrote a cost break down including permits, internal flights, food and accommodations! Costs can vary a lot depending on how you do the trek so those videos will help you with that :)
what about drinking water in other countries. is there bottled water in all countries now? not England or Canada but countries like India.
There is bottled water everywhere now - even in rural villages you'll be able to find bottles or little plastic baggies of clean water. Happy travels!
Hi Deloris, Lindsay's quite right. You might want to consider beer in India - it's cold and pasturised and often cheaper and more reliable than water (sometimes bottles are refilled and you don't know!). In the heat it's an attractive option and goes well with Indian food. Happy Travels:)
Im at thailand visiting my relitives and friends but i have to go to school there in summer
Thailand is so much fun! Happy travels!
Mostly while traveling I over pack my carry on because it doesn't make sense to buy alleged the clothes you need if you are only away for a few weeks:-)
For sure! I still tend to pack VERY little for a 2 week trip because I figure if I did forget anything, unless it's SUPER important, I can make it through a 2 weeks without it... or if I do need to buy something (like a jacket, boots, bathing suit etc) I try to buy something I like and is different from what I already have at home so then at least it's just like I've added something to my wardrobe once I travel back home, lol.
Mostly I travel together with my family by car so it is okay to pack enough stuff .The last 2 year I have been to Ireland to an activity camp and it was somewhere in the nowhere so no connection to anything. Also you needed many clothes because it was very rainy and it wouldn't dry in one day😅
why not boots? I like to bring one pair of sandals and one pair of leather boots that double as every day boots and hikig boots and can be dressed up or down :)
That works too! For me, I would bring hiking boots and then find myself mostly wearing sandals or Chucks because they were more comfortable for everyday wear. When I thought about how heavy my boots were vs how often I wore them, I didn't think it made much sense so I switched to hiking shoes which have huge tread on the bottom (like boots) but way lighter. They did the job for me and took up half the room, plus I ended up wearing them more because I'd run in them like tennis shoes when I wanted to workout. I also just wore my sandals with little dresses when I wanted to dress up which I didn't do too often anyway. It's totally personal preference though!
cool, thanks! :)
All your money, valuables and passport in one place!??!
Great tips, but that one is breaking rule number 1!
What if it gets stolen? Embassy?
No, split money into 3, photocopy passport and leave a copy in each bag.
Good tips! Shame you don't have room for me in your pack!
Maybe if I ever make the switch from carry on only ;)
you didn't have a sleeping bag or tent?
No, I don't travel with a sleeping bag or tent. I bought a sleeping bag for the Everest Base Camp trek but I gave it away immediately after. Too much to carry and not necessary for me - I usually stayed in hostels or guesthouses
Lindsay, do you know about bar soap 😂?
cute as always
I really want to bring all my leotards. I know its silly but I want to keep them forever and I want to move to NZ, not just visit. At the same time I don't want to lose them, like maybe my mom might move when I'm abroad and might throw them away. I want to put them on my carry on bag just incase the checked bag gets lost during the plane process.
From my little experience with travel I have learned that you can just buy shampoo, conditioner, and other liquid tolietries where ever your going.
Admire it but cant do it. I’m going on vacation for Two weeks and im checking in two bags and i have a carryon. I cant do plain clothing. I need some serious choices of clothing. 🤷🏻♀️plus makeup is heavy. I wont even be wearing makeup during the day but at night... again.. i need choices. This would work mostly just for minimalist personality types.
why u don't have fb page ?
I have one but I never update it. One day I will... lol
:/ one day ohhh okkeyyy :D