What to pack forKyoto
in July
88° / 73°F
17 days of rain. Sunset around 7:10pm.
Typical July, from ten years of weather
17 days
of rain
7:10pm
sunset
Type A/B
plugs
0 of 62 packed
Before you go
None of these fit in a bag. Sort them first and the packing gets easy.
Some cash in local currency
Cards fail more often than you'd think. Carry JPY for markets and taxis.
Copies of your documents
Photograph your passport, cards, and insurance. Email them to yourself. Ten seconds now saves a very bad afternoon.
International driving permit
Rental desks here ask for an International Driving Permit alongside your license. AAA issues them same day.
They drive on the left
They drive on the left. Give yourself the first hour on quiet roads.
Travel insurance
Most home health plans stop at the border. A quote takes two minutes.
eSIM
An eSIM works the moment the phone is switched on in Kyoto, with no SIM counter to find.
The essentials
Tick the box when it is in the bag
Rain shell (hardshell jacket)
17 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.
17 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Fineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's$123 at Backcountry.comFineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's$123 was $189Shop at Backcountry.com
Storm Splitter Rain Shell$135 at Howler BrothersStorm Splitter Rain Shell$135Shop at Howler Brothers
Quechua Men's Raincut Fullzip Waterproof Rain Jacket$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Men's Raincut Fullzip Waterproof Rain Jacket$15 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon America
Quechua Women's MH100 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket$40 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's MH100 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket$40 was $49.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSunscreen SPF 50
A UV index of 8.9 burns skin in under 15 minutes.
A UV index of 8.9 burns skin in under 15 minutes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Badger SPF 50 Daily Mineral Sunscreen$24.95 at REIBadger SPF 50 Daily Mineral Sunscreen$24.95Shop at REI
Project Reef SPF 50 Sunscreen$26 at REIProject Reef SPF 50 Sunscreen$26Shop at REI
Blue Lizard Sport Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion$14 at REIBlue Lizard Sport Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion$14Shop at REI
Thinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95 at REIThinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95Shop at REIPolarized sunglasses
Glare off wet surfaces during 17 rain days strains eyes.
Glare off wet surfaces during 17 rain days strains eyes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Knockaround Paso Robles Sport Polarized Sunglasses Pink Silver Smoke$38 at REIKnockaround Paso Robles Sport Polarized Sunglasses Pink Silver Smoke$38Shop at REI
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 at REIKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 was $38Shop at REI
Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comFast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Knockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Matte Black/Smoke$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Matte Black/Smoke$38Shop at Backcountry.comDEET or picaridin repellent
Jungle terrain and 80% humidity breed mosquitoes year-round.
Jungle terrain and 80% humidity breed mosquitoes year-round. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95 at REISawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95Shop at REI
Adventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 at Backcountry.comAdventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 at Backcountry.comBen's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent$9.95 at REISawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent$9.95Shop at REITick remover
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night.
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Travel first aid kit
Cuts from wet terrain and insect bites need immediate care.
Cuts from wet terrain and insect bites need immediate care. Don't have one? Check these out.
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Fourteen hours of daylight drain batteries faster than one outlet can charge them.
Fourteen hours of daylight drain batteries faster than one outlet can charge them. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Goal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIGoal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120Shop at REI
Anker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80 at REIAnker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80Shop at REI
BioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95 at REIBioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95Shop at REI
Anker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIAnker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40Shop at REICarry-on backpack (35–45L)
Fourteen-hour days mean you pack for both sun and sudden rain.
Fourteen-hour days mean you pack for both sun and sudden rain. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price at MatadorMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador SEG 45See price at MatadorMatador SEG 45See price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Go Carry-On 44L Backpack$180 at Backcountry.comGo Carry-On 44L Backpack$180Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 was $265Shop at Backcountry.comDaypack (15–25L)
Jungle walks and temple visits need a separate bag for wet clothes.
Jungle walks and temple visits need a separate bag for wet clothes. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Consuelo 22L Daypack$120 at CotopaxiConsuelo 22L Daypack$120Shop at Cotopaxi
Elqui 24L Daypack$70 at CotopaxiElqui 24L Daypack$70 was $100Shop at Cotopaxi
Osprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 was $110Shop at Backcountry.com
Arcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 at Backcountry.comArcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 was $110Shop at Backcountry.comCarry-on suitcase (hard shell)
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely.
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Dry bags
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks.
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Tuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95 at Backcountry.comTuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 at REIOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 was $45Shop at REI
Osprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 was $65Shop at Backcountry.com
Race Dry Bag - Double Roll$43.99 at Backcountry.comRace Dry Bag - Double Roll$43.99Shop at Backcountry.comLinen or lightweight shirts
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F.
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Solta Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$59.50 at CotopaxiSolta Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$59.50 was $85Shop at Cotopaxi
Sombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 at CotopaxiSombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 was $65Shop at Cotopaxi
Sumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 at CotopaxiSumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 was $95Shop at Cotopaxi
Sumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 at CotopaxiSumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 was $95Shop at CotopaxiMoisture-wicking t-shirts
Sweat soaks through cotton in 88°F heat and 80% humidity.
Sweat soaks through cotton in 88°F heat and 80% humidity. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Simond Women’s MT500 Merino Wool T-Shirt$35 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Women’s MT500 Merino Wool T-Shirt, women's$35 was $54.99Shop at Decathlon America
Simond Men's Merino Resist Long-Sleeve T-Shirt$45 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Men's Merino Resist Long-Sleeve T-Shirt$45 was $69.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
UV hits 8.9 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.
UV hits 8.9 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Topo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 at Backcountry.comTopo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 was $99Shop at Backcountry.com
La Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 at Backcountry.comLa Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 was $95Shop at Backcountry.com
Sombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$52.50 at CotopaxiSombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$52.50 was $75Shop at Cotopaxi
Royal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120 at Backcountry.comRoyal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120Shop at Backcountry.comSandals (sport)
Wet ground and constant sweat make closed shoes miserable.
Wet ground and constant sweat make closed shoes miserable. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
KEEN Women's Bali Strap TG Sandals$69.73 at REIKEEN Women's Bali Strap TG Sandals$69.73 was $110Shop at REI
Forclaz MT500 Lightweight Packable Hiking Sandals$40 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz MT500 Lightweight Packable Hiking Sandals$40 was $59.99Shop at Decathlon America
Teva Women's Outflow Closed-Toe Water Sandals$74.73 at REITeva Women's Outflow Closed-Toe Water Sandals$74.73 was $100Shop at REI
Teva Tirra Sport Sandal - Women's$99.95 at Backcountry.comTeva Tirra Sport Sandal - Women's$99.95Shop at Backcountry.comWide-brim sun hat
The sun stays up 14.3 hours and the UV index is 8.9.
The sun stays up 14.3 hours and the UV index is 8.9. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Pistil Women's Tegan Wide Brim Hat$39.73 at REIPistil Women's Tegan Wide Brim Hat$39.73 was $68Shop at REI
Brixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95 at Backcountry.comBrixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Orilla Sun Hat$25 at CotopaxiOrilla Sun Hat$25 was $50Shop at Cotopaxi
Forclaz MT500 UPF 50+ Hiking Hat$20 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz MT500 UPF 50+ Hiking Hat$20 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaElectrolyte packets
Heat and humidity combine to drain electrolytes faster than plain water replaces them.
Heat and humidity combine to drain electrolytes faster than plain water replaces them. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Drink Mix 160$45 at Backcountry.comDrink Mix 160$45Shop at Backcountry.com
Maurten Drink Mix 320 Unflavored, 14 Single Serve Packets$51 at Backcountry.comMaurten Drink Mix 320 Unflavored, 14 Single Serve Packets$51Shop at Backcountry.com
FastChews with Caffeine - 10 Count Packets$42 at Backcountry.comFastChews with Caffeine - 10 Count Packets$42Shop at Backcountry.com
Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets - Box of 12 Packets$42 at Backcountry.comFastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets - Box of 12 Packets$42Shop at Backcountry.comInsulated water bottle
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight.
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
CamelBak Fit Cap Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Bottle$20.73 at REICamelBak Fit Cap Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Bottle$20.73 was $30Shop at REI
Quechua MH900 Double-Wall Insulated 500 ml Water Bottle$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua MH900 Double-Wall Insulated 500 ml Water Bottle$15 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon America
CamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Water Bottle$18 at REICamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Water Bottle$18Shop at REI
LifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Filter Bottle$59.95 at REILifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Filter Bottle$59.95Shop at REIPermethrin-treated clothing spray
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks.
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Reusable water bottle
Tap water is safe but carrying your own means fewer stops in heat.
Tap water is safe but carrying your own means fewer stops in heat. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Collapsible Water Bottle$24.95 at Backcountry.comCollapsible Water Bottle$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Que Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95 at Backcountry.comQue Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Bidon Water Bottle$14.40 at Wild RyeBidon Water Bottle$14.40 was $18Shop at Wild Rye
Water Bottle$7.20 at Backcountry.comWater Bottle$7.20 was $12Shop at Backcountry.comMulti-port USB-C charger (GaN)
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera.
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera. Don't have one? Check these out.
VPN
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself.
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
RFID travel wallet / money belt
Crowds during peak season and constant humidity damage paper documents.
Crowds during peak season and constant humidity damage paper documents. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Undercover RFID Money Belt$35 at Eagle CreekUndercover RFID Money Belt$35 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Eagle Creek Silk Undercover Money Belt Rose$17.02 at Backcountry.comEagle Creek Silk Undercover Money Belt Rose$17.02 was $30.95, 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Bison Designs T Lock Money Belt$24 at REIBison Designs T Lock Money Belt$24Shop at REI
Passport Wallet$94.95 at Peak DesignPassport Wallet$94.95Shop at Peak DesignAirTag / tracker for bags
Luggage moves between humid rooms where things get misplaced.
Luggage moves between humid rooms where things get misplaced.
Packing cubes
Humidity wrinkles everything; cubes compress and organize damp gear.
Humidity wrinkles everything; cubes compress and organize damp gear. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Packing Cube SetSee price at MatadorMatador Packing Cube SetSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Gear Cube Set$58.99 at Backcountry.comMatador Gear Cube Set$58.99 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50 at Samsonite3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50Shop at Samsonite
Thule Compression Packing Cube Gentle$23.95 at Backcountry.comThule Compression Packing Cube Gentle$23.95Shop at Backcountry.comLaundry bag / travel detergent
Sweat and 17 rain days mean laundry every two days.
Sweat and 17 rain days mean laundry every two days. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Laundry BagSee price at MatadorMatador Laundry BagSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Knack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10 at Knack BagsKnack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10Shop at Knack Bags
Nathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24 at REINathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24Shop at REINoise-cancelling headphones
Crowds and long daylight hours make quiet moments rare.
Crowds and long daylight hours make quiet moments rare. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Soundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200 at REISoundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200Shop at REI
JBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220 at REIJBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220Shop at REI
Sony WH-1000XM4C Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Black (M4 2nd Gen)$300 at SonySony WH-1000XM4C Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Black (M4 2nd Gen)$300Shop at Sony
Sony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones WH-1000XM6/G$460 at SonySony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones WH-1000XM6/G$460Shop at SonyNice to have
You could skip every one of these
Shorts
Legs need exposure when the high reaches 88°F every day.
Legs need exposure when the high reaches 88°F every day. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Helly Hansen Men's HH Quick-Dry 11" Cargo Shorts$59.73 at REIHelly Hansen Men's HH Quick-Dry 11" Cargo Shorts$59.73 was $80Shop at REI
Quechua Women's NH500 Hiking Shorts$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's NH500 Hiking Shorts$15 was $34.99Shop at Decathlon America
Forclaz Men's MT500 Hiking Shorts$30 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz Men's MT500 Hiking Shorts$30 was $44.99Shop at Decathlon America
Helly Hansen Men's Move Quick-Dry 6" Shorts$51.87 at REIHelly Hansen Men's Move Quick-Dry 6" Shorts$51.87 was $75Shop at REIWaterproof boot spray
Seventeen rain days soak boots that aren't treated beforehand.
Seventeen rain days soak boots that aren't treated beforehand. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REI
Nikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REI
Nubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comNubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.com
Fabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comFabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.comLip balm with SPF
Lips crack and burn under a UV index of 8.9.
Lips crack and burn under a UV index of 8.9. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95Shop at REI
Badger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95 at REIBadger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95Shop at REI
SPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comSPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29Shop at Backcountry.comMosquito head net
Mosquitoes thrive in jungle humidity, especially during 14.3 hours of daylight.
Mosquitoes thrive in jungle humidity, especially during 14.3 hours of daylight. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sawyer Treatable Mosquito Head Net$10.95 at REISawyer Treatable Mosquito Head Net$10.95Shop at REI
Ben's InvisiNet Head Net$15.99 at Backcountry.comBen's InvisiNet Head Net$15.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Sea to Summit Mosquito Head Net with Insect Shield$18.95 at REISea to Summit Mosquito Head Net with Insect Shield$18.95Shop at REI
InvisiNet Head Net$15.99 at Backcountry.comInvisiNet Head Net$15.99Shop at Backcountry.comHand sanitizer
Wet hands and jungle pathogens make frequent sanitizing necessary.
Wet hands and jungle pathogens make frequent sanitizing necessary. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Noshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13 at REINoshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13Shop at REI
Dr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50 at REIDr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50Shop at REI
Noshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9 at REINoshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9Shop at REISunburn-safe insect bite relief
Sunburn and mosquito bites happen together in this climate.
Sunburn and mosquito bites happen together in this climate. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
heat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REI
heat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95 at REIheat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95Shop at REI
Badger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95 at REIBadger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95Shop at REI
heat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REIShort cables (USB-C)
One outlet at the guesthouse becomes four with the right adapter.
One outlet at the guesthouse becomes four with the right adapter. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
USB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99 at Backcountry.comUSB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft., 240W, Upcycled-Braided)$35 at REIAnker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft., 240W, Upcycled-Braided)$35Shop at REI
Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26 at REIAnker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26Shop at REI
Cable Kit$19.99 at Peak DesignCable Kit$19.99Shop at Peak DesignLanguage app
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
Passport holder
Moisture at 80% humidity warps paper passports without a protective case.
Moisture at 80% humidity warps paper passports without a protective case.
Luggage locks (TSA)
Shared guesthouses in a busy month need locked bags.
Shared guesthouses in a busy month need locked bags. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador BetaLockSee price at MatadorMatador BetaLockSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
TSA Cable Lock$17.95 at Backcountry.comTSA Cable Lock$17.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Travel Safe 4-Dial TSA Cable Lock$15 at Eagle CreekTravel Safe 4-Dial TSA Cable Lock$15 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at Samsonite3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13Shop at SamsoniteToiletry bag (hanging)
Moisture collects in bathrooms; hanging bags keep toiletries dry.
Moisture collects in bathrooms; hanging bags keep toiletries dry. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
DK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Hanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comToiletry Bag$50Shop at Backcountry.com
Buddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99 at Backcountry.comBuddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99Shop at Backcountry.comTravel pillow
Humidity and heat disrupt sleep without neck support.
Humidity and heat disrupt sleep without neck support. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Blackout Travel Pillow$39.99 at Backcountry.comBlackout Travel Pillow$39.99 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Zempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40 at REIZempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40Shop at REI
Foam Core Pillow$34.95 at Backcountry.comFoam Core Pillow$34.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Exhale Neck Pillow$29 at Backcountry.comExhale Neck Pillow$29 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.comThe basics
You own most of these. We are just making sure they make it in.
Toiletries kit
Travel-size toothpaste + brush
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price at MatadorMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price at MatadorMatador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comPeppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Dr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95 at REIDr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95Shop at REIDeodorant
Don't have one? Check these out.
Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100 at REIAnker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100Shop at REI
Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignDual Slim Charger$64.95Shop at Peak Design
Anker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25 at REIAnker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25Shop at REIUnderwear
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Everyday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
Smartwool Women's Merino Bikini Underwear - Boxed$35 at REISmartwool Women's Merino Bikini Underwear - Boxed$35Shop at REI
REI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95 at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95Shop at REI
REI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95 at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95Shop at REISocks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Injinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21 at REIInjinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21Shop at REI
Balega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIBalega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 was $18Shop at REI
Balega Hidden Contour No-Show Socks$14.73 at REIBalega Hidden Contour No-Show Socks$14.73 was $19Shop at REI
Woolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 at REIWoolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 was $20Shop at REISleepwear
Reusable shopping bag
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Packable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle CreekPackable Tote Bag$49 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Packable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95 at rumplPackable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95Shop at rumpl
Grocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.comGrocery Tote Messenger Bag$125Shop at Backcountry.com
Chrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125Shop at Backcountry.comPen (customs forms)
Copy of passport
Small lock
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Earbuds
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Soundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130 at REISoundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130Shop at REI
Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170 at REIShokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170Shop at REI
JBL Vibe Beam 2 Bluetooth In-Ear True Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds$64.95 at REIJBL Vibe Beam 2 Bluetooth In-Ear True Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds$64.95Shop at REI
Soundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100 at REISoundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100Shop at REISunglasses case
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Nail clippers
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Sewing kit / safety pins
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It keeps your ticks. Open it again when you are standing over the suitcase.It keeps your ticks. Open it again on your phone when you are standing over the suitcase.