Travel Gear

Last Updated: August 15, 2026 I’ve been traveling light and using packing lists for years, and I’ll never take for granted how good it feels to travel carry-on only. Because I’ve seen how exhausting traveling with excess can be. That’s why I’m going to give you an up-close look at my do-everything, all-season travel setup. … Read more

Last Updated: August 20, 2024 The term “travel jeans” might feel like an oxymoron. Traditional denim is stiff, adds considerable weight to your bag, and doesn’t pack well. However, our list of the best travel jeans turns these old-school notions upside-down. With eight stretchy, lightweight, and well-fitting jeans at your fingertips, you can now wave … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Hiding your booze from Johnny Law like a 1920s Prohibition-era rascal just got much easier with one of these best titanium flasks for camping, travel, and hiking. And while Prohibition is over, the devices’ usefulness continues. Unlike those old-timey flasks made from questionable metals, these ultralight, leakproof, durable, and discreet … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 My beloved 2005 Chevy Astro camper van has taken me through desolate deserts, breathtaking mountain ranges, chaotic city streets, and everywhere in between. I know a thing or two about what’s essential for van life. That’s why I’ve compiled an extensive list of safety and security items, tech gadgets, kitchen … Read more

Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Whether you’re headed out for a quick business trip, a monthslong world tour, or a laid-back weekend at the beach, our list of 2025’s best travel essentials has you covered. Sure, some necessities are obvious — toiletries, medications, snacks, phones — we know you’ll pack those. We’re here to cover … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Traveling in style is easy with with our guide to the best packable travel hats for men. We men carefully choose our headwear to block the sun, cover up our unkempt hair, or to make a fashion statement on the road. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of versatile hats … Read more

Last Updated: August 25, 2025 As a steadfast minimalist one-bag traveler who avoids baggage fees like the plague, I’m pleased to share the best personal item bags of 2025. I’ll admit it: I’m a bit frugal and curmudgeonly when it comes to paying extra for carry-on or checked luggage. The money I spend on my … Read more

Last Updated: August 21, 2025 If you’re a minimalist traveler and ultralight backpacker like me, choosing the best titanium water bottle for your adventures is serious business. Your ideal vessel must be lightweight, practical, and indestructible as it lugs your liquid from Point A to Point B and beyond. Though a touch pricier than traditional … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 To keep your gift out of their white elephant dumpster, here are a few tips on the best gift ideas for minimalist men and women who choose to live with very few possessions.. Before we dive in, however, I’ve got a confession — I’m a minimalist myself, so it feels … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Savvy travelers know the value of great travel shoes. When you’re on your feet all day — whether it’s hiking a trail or walking neighborhoods in a new city — your footwear can make an enormous difference. Your ideal travel shoes should be stylish, lightweight, and stay comfortable all day … Read more

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 As a nomad who lives with less, few things get me fired up like simple one bag travel while donning my minimalist backpack. But fitting my travel essentials comfortably into one single bag didn’t always come naturally. Not too long ago, in fact, you could find me staggering around the … Read more