Minimalist Travel Packing | 2 Weeks of Carry-On ONLY in Europe! | Pack with Me | Minimalist Family
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- Here's how to pack like a minimalist and travel light so that you can have the BEST travel experience with less mess and stress. Come along on this minimalist pack with me, and I'll share my best minimalist packing tips, including tips on how to travel with carry-on only, tips on how to fold clothes, ideas on what to bring in your travel capsule wardrobe, and much more! We want to show you it is POSSIBLE to pack less and travel light, no matter if you're a minimalist family like us or traveling alone as an extreme minimalist. On to the packing tips!
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I am traveling to Las Vegas on November 3 to 14. I am traveling alone for the first time ever. I am a 64 yr old recent widow. I will be seeing Donny Osmond concert while in Vegas.
My husband & I pack half our clothes in one suitcase, half in the other so if one suitcase gets lost, we still each have clothes. We have experienced carry-ons being checked even if they are "legal" sized. We'll be in Germany six weeks this year, every year! Living our dream! You are my favorite channel, great content, easy to listen to, nice videos, Thx!
Great idea thanks!!😊
Good idea :) I've found that instead of a suitcase, a backpack of carry on size is perfect - easier to navigate with and less likely to be taken to check at the gate in case of a lack of space. With my backpack, which is a hiking type backpack, packing cubes are essential to keep everything neat. I always unpack right away at my destination and use the bag as a day bag when going on trips at my destination :) Recently added a small sling as a personal item to my travel setup and it's been great!
I hate to travel or go anywhere introvert homebody raising her hand:-) but I will watch any video you create even one watching paint dry LOL I love you that much! Thanks for everything Marissa so happy to have you back!
Thanks so much and I love having you here, Linda! ❤️
I’m also a big fan of “smart suitcases” lol. I found this “airline employee” bag at the thrift store years ago and I never looked back. It has separate dividers for clothing etc and toiletries. And all kinds of smart pockets and sections. Also an outer section for electronics. I also use the packing cubes for several categories. My cubes came with a laundry bag. Lol.
Dream vaca is a whole summer European tour. All the cultures and variety and all so close all around me. From the fancy Paris coffee and food to backpacking in Greece and everything in between. I want to see and experience it all. Lol.
All it takes is one trip to Europe with way too much luggage to convince you never EVER do that again. I now travel with carry-on only. Took my teenaged son to Europe for 12 days a few years ago and he was convinced we couldn't do it with carry-on bags, but I insisted on it. Halfway through the trip, we saw two girls struggling to get on a train with enormous suitcases and shoulder bags, and he looked at me with newfound appreciation. A proud parenting moment for sure!
I learnt lesson as knew bag would be lost when came out at Cdmx 14 days lost plus so much money.. no compensation bag turned up ..gave away laptop then big mistake lost all photos which although backed up twice hadnt worked..huge lesson. Now going for 30l minimal it s not about the money as will still have to pay extra from Europe but just feeling of security where I ll be so will my 1 and only bag whether it be bus plane or train.
My husband and I have been dreaming of Switzerland since before we were dating 🇨🇭
For winter: use compression packing cubes and wear the bulkiest items as your travel outfit. Take only one pair of winter shoes and one jacket.
Hotel soap and the bathroom sink were so helpful on our trio to Hawaii. I washed out so much clothing and bathing suits in that one sink!
I used to get so anxious preparing for travel (even with a checklist). I’d pull out suitcases nearly 2 weeks prior & start adding things I “didn’t want to forget “. Of course this led to over packing & I didn’t need half the stuff I packed. Now, I pack a day or 2 prior & tell myself I can pick up anything I forgot if I can’t get by without it. I haven’t needed to buy anything and I don’t over pack. I also try to keep it to a carry on size.
Thanks! I want to become a minimalist traveler but I have a long way to go! 😅
I have a couple of tips:
1. Many sinks have either no plug or a leaky plug, so I always travel with a flat rubber drain stopper (inexpensive), which you place over the drain hole, making it possible to wash clothes in any sink.
2. If an airplane is running out of overhead space, the airline often starts checking all wheeled carry-ons at the gate. I pack a large, thin tote in my wheeled carry-on, so I can transfer important items (like medications, jewelry, electronics) into the tote bag, which I can then carry on (while my half-empty wheeled bag is checked).
Happy travels!
Thanks so much for sharing and cheers! ❤️
I've been traveling carry on only for a while now and have traveled with people who have been forced to check their bags at the gates. (They always have a wheeled hard case and I always have a travel back pack, so my stuff almost never gets forced to be checked). I never thought about the tote trick before. I'm gonna have to share that with all my travel companions.
Thanks for sharing!
same! plus, once I reach my destination, that same tote bag is really useful for shopping trips (grocery or souvenir), day outings, or laundry.
I always make a small package within my rolling carry-on with medications, contact lenses, essential toiletries and a clean set of clothing in case the dreaded gate check happens. Then you can just grab it without having to do any critical thinking.
I have the same experience as @OdinsSage, my backpack almost never gets checked in case of not enough space in the cabin! I find there are many other benefits to travelling with a backpack over a suitcase, the most important one being it way easier to manage, but maybe that is personal :)
Dream travel destination - camino hike, portugal route
I LIVE by the “check off the digital list on the way, uncheck it on the way back” rule! If you have an iPhone, the Reminders app now supports templates in iOS 16, so I have a template for my packing list. It had everything I could possibly need, and then I just customize it based on what I need for that specific trip! SUPER helpful!
I use a dust bag from a Radley handbag as a laundry bag. Actually any dust bag could do. Welcome back Marissa ❤ your videos
A note on the chorizo: food of any kind is officially not allowed to bring into the United States. Not even vacuum packed. If they find it, they will seize it and you may be fined. In case there's an American watching this and plans on bringing a bunch of cheese from Switzerland and sausages from Germany. Do so at your own risk. :) Many have been doing it without being caught (particularly if you're a citizen), but it is against the law.
My dream destination is Hawaii - ive been there 8 times, but I am a creature of habit. I especially love Kauii.
My favorite way to travel is packing cubes in a backpack. It took a lot of trial and error to figure it out, but I finally did. I have a goal to taking a solo trip to Hawaii or the mountains. In other words, that doesn't look like the midwest USA. Lol Packing cubes and backpack...time to travel.
I want to go to Norway. I have always lived in Orego,n but have recently discovered I'm 96% Norwegian and 4% Scandinavian. I also found out I have probably about 50% Sami heritage as well that was never talked about when I was a small child. It's been a fun journey discovering my roots. I'm sad my great grandparents came to America, because when I hear about Norwegian lifestyle, values and common beliefs, it resonates deeply with me. So I'd like to go there and see what it's like for myself. I'm nearly 70 years old and I'm not sure I'll get the chance, but one can dream and possible do a little planning as well.
Hi Beverly, hope you get to go to Norway some day soon. It IS very expensive though! I'm Norwegian, but I live in Scotland,, UK. 💕🇧🇻🏴🇬🇧
@@TheKatelinn Thank you, I hope so too.
I'm from Oregon and traveled to Norway as a foreign exchange student back in '97, and I loved it! Fun little facts, trolls are a really big deal, and the countryside looks a lot like Oregon!! I hope you make it!!! 🥰
I hope you make it there soon, Scandinavia is gorgeous! We've been to Stockholm and Finnish Lapland, and we are going on a Norwegian Fjords cruise in June.
I use the plastic zipper bag my sheet set came in as a packing cube 🤙🏻
Nice!
I have a caveat for the "wear your heavy/bulky pieces on the plane", layering is still always better. If you have several stops on the trip or need to change accommodations, it sucks to not be able to stuff them in your luggage when leaving your things at the hotel or say if you're taking a train ride to the next destination, you don't want to have the heavy coat or the heavy boots if it's not cold. If at all possible, the bulky stuff should fit in the bag, even you have to use the expansion option, just so you know you have the wiggle room.
Next on the travel list: Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, every Scandinavian country, back to Japan, back to Scotland, etc, etc. I wanna go everywhere, who's with me!
Great video full of very useful tips, Marissa! And I have used the Dr Bronner's liquid soap when camping. I don't love it for my hair, but can deal with it for a wash or two. For air travel - to help minimize the liquids, I take a shampoo BAR that's also formulated for my face (has goat milk, thyme, oatmeal, aloe, french clay...) as I too have very sensitive skin and eczema. I use that bar soap for hands, body, and laundry too.
Here's another BIG tip that I don't think I've heard on any of the multitude of packing videos I've watched: if you're traveling with other people (I often fly with my mom, husband, or best friend) see what items you can SHARE / co-pack. Examples: my mom and I have similar skin and hair, and use similar products. So rather than EACH taking our own individual supply, which would essentially duplicate these items, we will only take one curling iron or hair straightener, facial cleanser, moisturizer, sunblock, and share them. When traveling with my husband, we share toothpaste, lotion, hairbrush, bottle of contact solution, body wash/soap/shampoo/sunblock, electronic chargers/adapters/power bank, etc. Adjust this advice to your comfort/hygiene level, of course - not everyone is comfortable sharing a hairbrush with their family. I draw the line at toothbrushes and deodorant though - lol.
My husband and I went to Hawaii for two weeks and we each had one carry-on each. I hate checking luggage because it could get lost and you always have to wait for it so I couldn’t even tell you the last Time that I checked a bag. It’s been years. I always would pack so much stuff before and never use even half of it so I am very conscious of what I bring and it’s so much more relaxing to not have to worry about a bunch of stuff.
My dream destination is Egypt. I've converted my library to E-books and happy to read on phone app for short breaks. I only take my E-reader for longer holidays.
Summer is super easy to travel light. Mostly you wear swimmers and light cotton or linen clothes.
And swimm clothes are easily washed and dry extra fast. Muslim swim clothes look like normal clothing and ist washed fast.
I have a great shampoo bar and conditioner bar for travel. I can use them as body wash as well.
Do you mind sharing the brand in case anyone else sees this comment and they went to look into it? 🤗
@@AtoZenLife The Earthling Co. 🥰
@@AtoZenLife I love my bars from Ethnique for travel too.
Your voice is so relaxing! I love your videos. Thanks for sharing!
If weather permits, im a big fan of packing mostly dresses. Less fussy when it comes to packing and choosing outfits with little thought. :)
Same I love packing dresses as well. To be honest its super rare I even pack shorts or pants because I have dresses that suit casual situations and dressy ones that need to shine while on holiday.
I also love packing dresses. Or: a camisole + solid, black leggings (that you can wash and dry overnight in the hotel) + a couple of elegant tunics that are light, cover your bottom but make you feel stylish (I have lovely prints). They can be dressed up or down with the accessories and don't take much room. I like variety and the tunics fold down tiny so I can take 3 and bring 2 leggins + 2 camisoles. A blazer, a cardigan + a thin jacket, I'm good for a week in the summer, in any city. Together with a T-shirt the leggings can become lounge wear, fine for a longer walk or can take you to the beach. Versatility is good.
One thing I started doing a few years ago was to buys post cards of where we went. We write down our favorite memories and put them in a box. Down the road my kids can read the cards.
love this idea! have postcards from my mom who did this on the many trips abroad that she took, and it's an easy memory-esp as is in her lovely handwriting as well.
As an Army Brat I was raised in the “You pack it, you carry it” school of travel. Winter travel can be tricky though. A bit bulkier than in the summer.
Welcome back! I love all your videos ❤
We are planning a trip to Germany since my son and his family are now stationed in Germany.
Hello Tara how are you doing,
where are you from?
I'm a person who doesn't like to travel (big homebody), but when I have to, I go as minimal as I can.
Basically 2 larger personal items so one can act as carryon. I can travel for a couple weeks like this as long as I can do laundry once or even hand wash some things.
Great tips video!!
My tip is if I have any pj’s or undies with holes I bring those then just throw them out instead of bringing them home lol.
I don't travel often especially by plane (just anxiety) but i would love to go to palau and see jellyfish lake
Alii from palau! 🇵🇼
Hope you get out to see the jellies one day!
My husband and I are planning our trip to Scotland now, and it's our first time out of the country. This video was so helpful!!
Great video, spot on and efficient! Carry on is a must(I’ve had mine lost…), I even try to go for backpack depending on location. I love minimal packing for travel. So happy your back.
We bring a little magnet for us and some delicacy for the family, but we still travel with 2 suitcases for 4 people. If you travel with suitcases, make sure to pack everybody's stuff into both suitcases, so in case of one going missing you have a minimal set of cloths for everybody!
Magnets are a cute idea!
Thank you for sharing your tips! I love your video's and always find them practical and inspiring :)
Dream vacation...so many places to consider! Iceland, Norway & Spain! 😄
Love this video, we travel from US to Mexico a couple times a year. I purchased a couple rip skirts and can’t wait to wear with my swim suit or a tank top. So thin and lightweight. Loved your sketchers too.
Hack for travelling on airlines who are strict on carry-on weight (such as Ryanair & EasyJet). Invest in a light weight rain jacket with LOTS and LOTS of pockets and then fill them with your heaviest small items such as chargers, batteries, Kindles, etc. As long as you don’t look like a Michelin Man, its a convenient way to avoid these items adding to your carry-on weight and no one weights the passengers (yet!). When you go through security, just pop the jacket on the belt and then when you are through you can stash the items into your bag!! As for my dream destination at the moment … it remains Antarctica!!
I am so happy your back!!!! I really miss your videos
Yes I always wear my bulky shoes on the plane. You're right! Two pairs is definitely enough.
Thank you for this. I haven’t traveled light since i quit my job 25yrs ago. Now that most borders are opened up, i’m looking forward to try your tips.
Another wonderfull video, thank you! My dream travel destination is a tour around Asia: China, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Singapur, Malasia... But I would need too much time (apart from money, of course).
I’m looking forward to travelling to Japan and enjoying the food and sights there! 🎉
Wow, Marissa! Me and my family also went to Spain for a month, this summer, near Valencia. One day we even visited the Oceanografic and went to the dolphins show. I am super excited to find out that you were there, too!
We, also, flied only with 2 Carry-ons, 2 backpacks and 2 little sport bags (2 adults and 2 kids). 🙂 Super light and practical.
I apreciate you a lot and I love how you guide us to a more purposeful life!
One day I want to do what you are doing and, why not, I would love to meet you in person! 😉 🤗
What a great list! so helpful..makes me feel pretty good about our recent trip and how I only actually brought one pair of shoes LOL ended up buying a pair of flip-flops once we got there. I think it depends on the person though regarding souvenirs, some people like small things to remember like you said ie. seashells. I tend to like to bring small items from places to remember fun experiences .love the consumables as an idea !
Howdy from TX!🤠 Next flight this month is to the NorthEast. Favorite destination is to take my hubby to Austria & Switzerland so he can enjoy it, too! Thanks for your travel trips. 👍
My dream travel destinations are London and Australia
On my list…and Didi’s biggest life goal is to travel to Australia and hug a koala 🐨😂
I love your channel, so inspiring, and you have the right voice, calm and sweet, perfect for the mornings when I'm just getting started. 🥰
Israel….because of the history 🤩. Great to have you back !!!😍
Berlin...I so want to go back....I loved it there
Dream vacation location is Ireland. We're focusing on closer locations until my hubby is a bit more open to longer/flying distances. Dr. Bronner's is the best! You can also get it in bars rather than liquid. They have a sensitive/baby/unscented version that is wonderful for sensitive skin. You can use it for everything.
Dr. Bronners is fantastic! So many uses and you can buy unscented or other basic scents.
We traveled to Europe several years ago and shifted to the carryon bag for clothing. It was so freeing! We washed in between when needed and had no problems. Best option!
Have you found Dr Bronner’s (properly diluted) builds up on your hair? I like it for bathing but not hair.
@@tam6912 not particularly. But I have fine and thin hair - and we have very soft water. Maybe that combination helps? No buildup noticed and we’ve been using it for years.
My dream trip would be to the Virgin Islands (have been on a cruise that was SUPPOSED to do Eastern Caribbean, but due to hurricane, trip was changed to Western Caribbean); with a close 2nd dream trip to Alaska via cruise and touring train!
Loved it expecially because I practice about 90% of what you mentioned 👌👌👌👌. Take care fams. So lovely to have you back 💜💜💜💜💜
Thanks so much, my friend 🤗
Great tips, Marissa! My issue is I always bring too many clothes. My daughter and I went to the US a few weeks ago and we packed waaay too much stuff and it was a huge pain lugging it around train stations and airports!
We’ve all been there! Did you have fun? 🤩
I love to hit a grocery store for both snacks during travel and some interesting souvenirs. I brought gumbo spice blends back from a recent trip to New Orleans and fancy soaps from Paris.
Hi I use old shoe dust bags to keep things separate 😊
My must have multipurpose travel items are:
Binder clips - can be used for wardrobe malfunctions, towel clips to beach chairs, chip clip, closing that pesky inch of curtain that won't shut, anchor your charging cable to a desk, a million uses.
Carabiner hook like the hero clip - its uses end where your imagination does
Sarong- blanket, scarf, shawl, privacy curtain, dig towel, hair wrap. Love it
Holiday Christmas decoration suction cups - to hang my soap bar pouch or loofah so its not touching the dirty bathroom walls/floor
I love packing cubes
I do a lot of these already and I totally owe it to my awesome sister who taught me many ways to pack simply. I am the best at organizing everything while she's the one making the lists and figuring out how to multi-use what. The more I've practiced and being married now, I always end up with less luggage than my husband. 😁 For souvenirs, I've been collecting a single postcard of the location I go to. They're usually inexpensive and the most accessible and you can fit them anywhere. You can put them in an album or make them wall art.
Yes! 2 pairs of shoes. Wear my runners mainly and pack my going out flats. To the UK last year took only one pair. Nowhere formal. Great ideas here. 👟 👟
I have always dreamed of Ireland. Possibly a month of traveling from north to south and east to west!
I used my expandable 19L backpack (typically used for college) with a clamshell opening as a personal bag for a 3-4 day trip. No other luggage. It does not fit within the dimension limits of Frontier Airlines l in its expanded form, but it can in its compressed form. It was essentially a built in compression “cube” that I could keep expanded during the trip.. though I did not end up using it expanded.
I wish it was lighter, but I do (currently) prefer the sleek professional look over a thinner bulging material. The laptop padding was unnecessary for the trip -could make do with a detachable sleeve for school days. Also wish the built in pouch for liquids is detachable for TSA. I went with a ziplock bag for my liquids just in case I would be asked to pull them out. (Was on the departure flight TSA check, but not on the return check).
For school: wish the clamshell design has a latch method to where I can open the main compartment and lift the backpack in the air without gravity making it fall all the way open in clamshell mode. Only happens at home, but still a nuisance when it does happen.
Great video but may I ask if you would show all the clothes that you took in one shot. For example you can lay them all out on the bed or floor
Dr. Bronners soap is the best. It’s all I take when travelling.
dream travel destination: Israel!
I am saving up to take a NatGeo Lindblad cruise to Antarctica!😁
What an adventure! 🐧
I would love to visit Italy!!
I love my Sketcher shoes, so light and comfy
Yes 🙌 love them!
I used to pack everything like a girl scout (bringing every single thing I might need) :> Changed my ways ever since I came across your channel.
Please like 👍 this video and drop me a comment with YOUR dream travel destination - mine is THE MALDIVES! 💻 Read the blog post here: atozenlife.com/minimalist-travel-packing/
Actually went through the video description to find the Sketchers! 😄I appreciate you including it. For me, personally, I dislike traveling back with dirty clothes, so we try very hard to look for a laundromat in the area *if* we can, and wash our dirty clothes before flying back.
That’s great! I have really sensitive feet that get cut easily, so finding comfortable shoes that don’t make me blister or bleed it’s a big deal. 👏 Laundromat is good if you have one close!
I love my Skechers sandals!
They are great and SO practical - easy to care for and cozy.
Hello, Marissa. Great video!
Thanks so much, Marcela! 🤗
New York! 🌟
LOVE to see you back and in my beloved Valencia,
my husband is valenciano
My dreamed travels are Australia, New Zealand and New Orleans
Wonderful!
I love traveling but always overpack even when I pare things down. I'm working on the minimalist approach! My dream destination would be Mauritius
Just returned from 2 week trip to Europe. Carryon only- small under 20 inches for international. And small backpack. We find it freeing. Don't mind rewearing outfits. Thanks for all the information
we did a 3 week trip to Europe (Netherlands, Southern Germany and Paris) - the weather varied quite a bit on our trip, so I struggled to pack all the right things, without overpacking. I watched lots of videos like this one beforehand. I often start "pre-packing" at least a week before the trip, and narrow it down progressively. My husband and I each took a 19 inch carry-on suitcase and a backpack (as our personal item). This allowed space for our rain jackets, power adapters/converters, my camera, and bringing home a couple of consumable souvenirs (my favorite cookies, and a new pair of shoes - lol).
I would really love you to post a video on travelling with kids: you mentioned ¨eating at home¨ while traveling and preparing a meal needs some serious prep process. How do you know what to cook, where to find the ingredients and most importantly do it on a budget?
Help! Thanks!
I love your videos and enjoy them very much! They brighten my mood. Could you share what face wash you're using? I would love to try it. All the best ❤️
My dream trip is going to the UK and Ireland.
My dream trip is coming true next Spring to Europe with my 18 yo daughter 😊
Japan!! Springs in the mountains and cherry blossom trees!
I’ve gone and highly recommend 🙌
Hi, I love your videos and I have watched most of them. I always find your tips very down to earth and practical. I really can resonate as I am trying to become a minimalist (used to be crazy about buying clothes) but I also love colours and most minimalist bloggers only use boring white and beige esthetic when it comes to clothes or home decor. It's nice to see some colours in your videos!
However, there is one thing that I would like to point out. I am sure you enjoyed the dolphin show, I dreamt about it as a kid too. Until I watched a documentary called Blackfish on Netflix. It was really eye-opening on how these companies mistreat marine mammals. I recommend it 100%. After that, you'll see these shows from a completely different perspective.
I literally buy most of my toiletries when I get there and whatever we don’t use up we leave behind for housekeeping or recycle them. The only thing I bring is my make up as it’s more expensive. Laundry I just have sent out wherever we are as it’s usually fairly affordable. If you have an airbnb a host may even include laundry
Welcome back! Can you do a updated minimalist wardrobe video? I’m struggling with clothes 🤦🏼♀️
I’ve got several coming up soon 🥰
Dr. Bronners is the best!~ Look for the bar soap, no liquids . Lush makes a great bar shampoo, great for sensitive skin ( along with Bronners) again no liquids and they last a long time. I use these on a daily basis and when the bars get thin I set them aside today out and take a smaller version of each on vacation.This gives you room for other liquids and easy transport.
I love traveling! My dream would be to go to Ireland!
Hello,
I am a photographer and a cozy minimalist 😊. As souvenirs, I put together a gorgeous photo album at the end if our trip from which each kid gets a copy of in their “memory stash”.
When we travel, my 3 boys, husband and i we also always take carry ons no matter the time span. Every larger city here in Europe has those higher end very clean wash facilities (which is not everyones cup of tea I realize) but it works for us and we’ve been doing it for a decade at least with no issues ever.
I love fashion and my challenge is to pack a beautiful wardrobe alongside a hardworking comfortable wardrobe for touring. I still manage to get that all into carry-on only.
Always check whether food items can be taken out of or brought into different countries before purchasing to bring home. For example, you cannot bring meats from Italy back to the United States.
I love hiking and backpacking so I’m often away from electricity….I purchased power banks (battery packs) that can be solar charged. Saved my oats more than once.
Dream travel destinations: Paris and Japan (several cities)!
omg I was already doing the heavy clothes layering thing wayy before I first heard of minimalism lol. I haven't been on a plane in like 10 years but what I also used to do, even tho that's not exactly minimalist lol, was to wear a coat with enormous pockets and put my electronics and all my snacks and a bunch of other things in there, that way I also managed to travel internationally with just a carry-on 😂
Yes, it’s a good “regular” travel hack too. Love the pockets thing! 😂
I travel carry on only with skirts from RipSkirt Hawaii which are my regular day wear and black and navy blue tops which are interchangeable with each skirt, a bathing suit, nightgown and underwear, a pair of Xero Shoes sandals and Xero Shoes hiking shoes. We traveled in two climates last summer so I reduced the number of skirts and added 1 pair of hiking pants, 1 pair of jeans, 3 long sleeve tops, a fleece jacket and a rain jacket. We were traveling for 5 weeks. I had a packable lightweight tote for any extras I bought (souvenirs), a small lightweight backpack that I used as a carry on and for hiking in the cold climate and a small crossbody purse to use in the warm climate. It only took losing my luggage 1 time for me to switch to carry on only. The only way to go! Happy Trails!
I’ve had my eye on those rip skirts. Xero shoes are new to me - but I am always searching for good walking shoes and will look into them!
While I agree that food “souvenirs” are fun and tasty, Please keep in mind that you should check your country’s laws about bringing food back. There are many things you cannot legally being back.
Both my boyfriend and I would loooooove to go to Japan
Dream travel destination: France!