Tips On How To Travel Light

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Whether you’re a photographer out for a two-week shoot, a businessman on a week-long conference or a fresh graduate going backpacking for a whole year, traveling light is one of the best tips you can follow. Not only will this make moving from one place to another more manageable, but it also prevents you from bringing unnecessary items or clothing. Here are some tips on how to travel light.

Packing light starts with a smaller bag. If you have a bigger bag, you might tend to fill it up with extra clothes or things you think you might need for your trip. Limiting the space automatically stops you from overpacking.

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Only pack things you absolutely need and get rid of any just-in-case material. Some people have a need to prepare for everything. Others just like having more clothing options when traveling. Just bring extra money to buy the clothes you’ll need for those special occasions, if necessary. The extra bag space you don’t use can also come in handy when bringing home souvenirs.

When packing for clothes, apply the Pareto Principle. This principle states that 80 percent of what you pack must be your clothing. The 20 percent can be your gear, emergency kit, shower kit, and so on. And keep in mind when packing clothes, focus on layers and not bulk.

Hi, I'm Randall Benderson, and I used to do photography as a profession, but now I’m doing it out of passion. Since my retirement, I ’ve been traveling the world to see the most beautiful parks and forests, and I wanted to share them through this blog. Subscribe for updates and handy tips.