Tag: packing

16 Things I Pack Every Time

I would rather be placed in house Slytherin than travel without any of the shit on this list. This post is also a useful cop-out if you’re looking for gift ideas for travelers and want to seem really in-the-know about our needs. Skip to #5 if you don’t care about camera shit.

 

  1. Travel Camera – Mirrorless cameras are easier to pack and better in every way than DSLR monsters  

What I Use: Sony A6300 Mirrorless Camera: $998

The previous generation is also the tits, and you will probably not notice a difference in image quality: Sony A6000 Mirrorless: $648 (I went for the a6300 only because it was weatherproofed/the frame is more durable and I wanted it to survive Alaska life)

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My Go-To Travel Planning Tips

This is the shit I find myself saying the most when people ask me how to get ready for a trip, mom. Just read this list, mom. Its also in all the emails I sent you, goddamnit, MOM.

  1. See my 16 Things I Pack Every Time article for gear you should considering assembling in 80’s movie montage style.
  2. Make sure your passport is up to date and check visa/immunization requirements: A US passport will get you into most places without a hitch, but I have never been to Asia, South America, or Africa before and cannot speak from experience there. Maybe you don’t need a visa, but you will need proof of certain shots and immunizations before you are allowed to enter the country.

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