Patagonia is one of those trips that many travelers have on their bucket list. It has the allure of the mountains, pristine turquoise lakes, stunning glaciers, and a pure sense of adventure. The incredible range of sights and activities in Patagonia also translates to dynamic climates and ever-changing weather which makes figuring out what to […]

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You are likely heading to Puerto Rico to chase the sun, feel warm, and enjoy the tropical weather. However, as Puerto Rico has more to offer than just sun and swimming, it's a good idea to research what to wear.  Your packing list will, of course, feature the obvious such as a camera, sunscreen, a […]

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Travelling in the winter is a whole other animal. For those that have done it before, you know what I'm talking about but if this is your first time, first of all, you'll be glad you came across this article, and two, unless you're well-prepared, travelling below freezing is not fun at all. Everyone's going […]

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Iceland is unlike any other destination you'll be travelling to because of not only the out-of-this-world scenery but with that, how dynamic, ever-changing, and unique the weather is. As a result, it's so important to know what to wear in Iceland or you'll be totally caught off guard. Are waterproof pants necessary? How thick of […]

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Being outdoors camping is one of the most pure experiences. Shedding the modern trappings of home and being constantly connected, you get to embed yourself with mother nature where your screen is the sunset in front of you and conference calls turn into bird calls. Yes, there are many levels to camping including everything from […]

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A trip to the cottage is a great opportunity to spend time away from the bustling city, and take advantage of some quality time with friends and family.  Staycation has been extremely popular especially since it's more cost effective and convenient for big groups. Many people tend to over pack when they plan a cottage trip […]

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With your dream vacation booked to French Polynesia in the South Pacific, you'll feel like your trip can't come fast enough but before you know it, your flight is days away and you need to figure out what to pack to Tahiti.  In order to help you in this moment of panic (trust me, I […]

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So you've just booked your flight to Egypt and secured your spot in a tour.  You've got the Nile, the pyramids, and Pharaohs on your mind but before you take off, you have to figure out what you're actually going to bring on this trip.  I faced this exact problem a few days before leaving […]

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Are you planning a trip to New Zealand and thinking about what you need to bring?  It’s a tricky question to answer because each of us travels in a different way and a different style.  However, if your goal is to pack somewhat light, and want to bring the camera gear to capture the beauty […]

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The plains of Kruger National Park, wildlife roaming about, Table Mountain, and beach villas await. There's so much to be excited about for this honeymoon trip to South Africa and Seychelles.  It's a trip that was planned to be diverse and dynamic.  On the adventure end of things we have the safari, hiking Table Mountain […]

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Camping is one of my favourite summer time adventures.  With all the noise of daily life, this is the one thing you can do where you get together with friends and family to get away and back to the basics.  I first started off as a complete newbie and had to borrow gear from my […]

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Packing for a trip to Ethiopia was daunting at first but as I started to piece it all together one at a time, I realized that what I needed was going to be very similar to my recent trip to Peru.  This packing list is meant to be a thorough list of everything I'm bringing. […]

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Indonesia is a beautiful country that often doesn't get the credit it deserves for its incredibly diversity, beauty, food, adventure, and culture. It's the kind of place that is very raw and real. Aside from the super-touristy areas of Bali, the other parts of the country are unknown to most mass tourists and that's really […]

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Packing for a trip away is pretty exciting, so you can be forgiven for forgetting a few essentials whilst you’re daydreaming about all of the fun stuff you’ll be filling your days with. Whether its sunnier climates, adventures over mountains or treks in the snow; these top 5 essentials should be with you wherever you go. […]

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So you've decided to plan an epic trip to Peru and you're thinking about doing the Inca Trail Machu Picchu hike and you've either got months, weeks, or days left before you head out.  Not sure what to bring and need a little inspiration? What we have here is a comprehensive Peru packing list and […]

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Preparing for your very first Eurotrip can be a bit daunting.  I remember when I first head out to Europe on exchange, I had no idea what I was in for.  I packed everything and the kitchen sink.   I was able to make it work with the gear that I had brought over but […]

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Alright so I thought it'd be helpful for any backpackers or semi-backpacker like me to see what the heck did I actually bring on my epic trip that started it all?  When you know you're going to be out there for 3 months, some thought has to go into what to pack. I'm such a […]

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