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What to pack forNorth Korea
in March

50° / 30°F
4 days of rain this month. Sunset around 6:35pm.Typical March, from ten years of weather
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The essentials

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What to wear

Fleece or midlayer
The layer you'll wear more than any other.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Bacano Fleece Jacket - Women's$87.50 was $175 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiTempa Fleece Hooded Jacket - Women's$75 was $125 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiQuechua Women's MH120 Fleece Jacket$25 was $34.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaThe North Face Cedar Trail Grid Fleece 1/4-Zip Jacket - Men's$56 was $70 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Insulated puffy (down or synthetic)
Lows around 30°F. Goes under the shell when the wind picks up.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickSimond Men's Xplore Hooded Down Jacket$119 at DecathlonShop at DecathlonHybrid WINDSTOPPER Lightweight Puffy Jacket - Men's$196 was $280 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comRepleto Down Jacket - Women's$74 was $185 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiRepleto Down Long Jacket - Women's$100 was $200 at CotopaxiShop at Cotopaxi
Merino base layer top
Wear one, dry one. Cotton stays wet all week here.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Arc'teryx Women's Satoro Merino Wool Crew Neck Long-Sleeve Base Layer Top$95.73 was $120 at REIShop at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino 185 Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$84.95 at REIShop at REIWedze Women's BL900 Merino Wool Ski Base Layer Top$60 was $99.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaTerramar Men's 3.0 Merino Bi-Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Base Layer Top$29.73 was $45 at REIShop at REI
Gloves
Don't have one? Check these out.
Teca Fleece Gloves$15 was $30 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiSimond Adult MT500 Warm Touchscreen Gloves$25 was $34.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaCraft ADV Lumen Fleece Gloves$29.73 was $39.99 at REIShop at REIQuechua Adult MT500 Backpacking Silk Liner Gloves$15 was $24.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America
Warm hat (beanie)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Chaos Indiana Wool Beanie$29.73 was $39.99 at REIShop at REISmartwool Cable Knit Colorblock Pom Beanie$29.73 was $40 at REIShop at REILightweight Merino Wool Beanie$32 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comWedze Rider 500 Reversible Knit Beanie$12 was $17.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America
Waterproof insulated gloves
Don't have one? Check these out.
GOREWEAR GORE-TEX Insulated Gloves$68.73 was $100 at REIShop at REISealskinz Tivetshall Waterproof Insulated Gauntlet Gloves$54.73 was $100 at REIShop at REISealskinz Men's Kelling Waterproof Insulated Gloves$54.77 was $100 at REIShop at REIThe North Face Montana Ski Glove - Men's$45.50 was $65 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Insulated winter boots
Don't have one? Check these out.
Bogs Women's Arcata Waterproof Snow Boots$110 was $160 at REIShop at REIHelly Hansen Women's Beloved 2.0 Insulated Winter Boots$67.73 was $150 at REIShop at REIQuechua Women's SH100 Warm Waterproof Mid Snow Boots$25 was $49.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Men's NH500 Warm Waterproof Snow Boots$75 was $109 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America

Buy it used: REI Re/Supply sells gear like this for less. See used gear

Merino base layer bottoms
For the mornings and the nights.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Bottom - Women's$100 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSmartwool Men's Intraknit AS Merino Base Layer Bottoms$125 at REIShop at REItasc Performance Women's Elevation Merino Base Layer Bottoms$44.73 was $79 at REIShop at REItasc Performance Men's Elevation Merino Base Layer Bottoms$44.73 was $79 at REIShop at REI
Thermal socks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Quechua SH500 Merino Wool Winter Mid Socks$20 was $29.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaQuechua NH100 Mid Winter Hiking Socks$10 was $19.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaWoolrich Men's Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks$12.73 was $16 at REIShop at REICastelli Scorpion Logo 15 Thermal Sock - Women's$28 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Neck gaiter / buff
Don't have one? Check these out.
REI Co-op Merino Wool Neck Gaiter$26.95 at REIShop at REITurtle Fur Micro Fur Fleece Totally Tubular Neck Gaiter$29.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSimond Trek 500 Merino Wool Multi-Position Hiking Neck Gaiter$17 was $24.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaSmartwool Thermal Merino Neck Gaiter$25 at REIShop at REI

REI members usually get 10% back on full-price gear. Membership is $30, once. How it works

Water and food

Filter water bottle
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickGrayl GeoPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle$99.95 at REIShop at REILifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Filter Bottle$59.95 at REIShop at REIHydraPak Breakaway+ Water Filter Bottle$50 at REIShop at REIGo Series Water Filter 1L Bottle$49.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com

Sun and heat

Polarized sunglasses
Don't have one? Check these out.
Smith Era ChromaPop Polarized Sunglasses - Women's$113 was $189 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comZeal Isabelle Polarized Sunglasses - Women's$67.03 was $149 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comRay-Ban Wayfarer Oval Polarized Sunglasses - Women's$171 was $244 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comZeal Bennet Polarized Sunglasses - Women's$59.60 was $149 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Sunscreen SPF 50
Don't have one? Check these out.
Badger SPF 50 Adventure Sport Mineral Sunscreen - 2.4 oz. Tin$18.95 at REIShop at REIThinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95 at REIShop at REIBlue Lizard Sport Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion$14 at REIShop at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion$17.50 at REIShop at REI

Money and documents

AirTag / tracker for bags
Don't have one? Check these out.
AirTag / tracker for bags - Amazon searchSee price at AmazonShop at Amazon

Power and phone

Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Don't have one? Check these out.
BioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95 at REIShop at REIGoal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIShop at REIAnker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIShop at REIAnker Zolo Power Bank (20,000 mAh, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIShop at REI
Multi-port USB-C charger (GaN)
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Peak Design 65W Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at REIShop at REIDual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignShop at Peak DesignCharger Evo Lock-On Grips$27.19 was $33.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comLizard Skins Charger Evo Lock-On Grips Electric$24.58 was $33.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
VPN
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.
NordVPNSee price at NordVPNShop at NordVPN

Bugs and health

Travel first aid kit
Don't have one? Check these out.
HART Outdoor Weekend First-Aid Kit$30.95 at REIShop at REIHART Outdoor Pocket First-Aid Kit$10.50 at REIShop at REIKikkerland Wilderness First-Aid Kit$12.50 at REIShop at REIHART Outdoor Bleed Control First-Aid Kit$30.95 at REIShop at REI
Tick remover
Check ankles and, if there's a dog, paws and ears every night.
Don't have one? Check these out.
the TICK PATROL Tick Remover Tool$6.50 at REIShop at REI
Anti-diarrheal + probiotics
Don't have one? Check these out.
Anti-diarrheal + probiotics - Amazon searchSee price at AmazonShop at Amazon
Oral rehydration salts
Don't have one? Check these out.
SaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Seedless Watermelon$19.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Coconut Pineapple$19.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comTailwind Nutrition Recovery Drink Mix - 1 Serving Salted Caramel$3.25 at REIShop at REITailwind Nutrition Recovery Drink Mix Salted Caramel-12 Pack Box$39.49 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com

Bags

Carry-on suitcase (hard shell)
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Carry On 30L Travel Pack$199 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comCoraza Suitcase - Carry On$295 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiHyperflex ∞ Carry-On Spinner$126 was $180 at SamsoniteShop at SamsoniteFreeform Spinner$154 was $220 at SamsoniteShop at Samsonite
Carry-on backpack (35–45L)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorMatador GloberiderSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorGo Carry-On 44L Backpack$180 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 was $265 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Daypack (15–25L)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Lithium 20L Daypack$135 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comElqui 24L Daypack$100 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiConsuelo 22L Daypack$120 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 was $110 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Checked suitcase
Don't have one? Check these out.
Coraza Suitcase - Medium Checked$345 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiOsprey Ozone Hardside 27" Luggage$395 at REIShop at REIVenue X Large Spinner$231 was $330 at SamsoniteShop at SamsoniteFreeform Large Spinner$210 was $300 at SamsoniteShop at Samsonite
Laundry bag / travel detergent
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Laundry BagSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorNathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24 at REIShop at REILaundry Bag - Del Día$20 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiKnack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Medium$9 at Knack BagsShop at Knack Bags
Packing cubes
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Packing Cube SetSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorMatador Gear Cube Set Juniper$54.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50 at SamsoniteShop at SamsoniteCompression Packing Cube$29.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Checked luggage / rolling duffel
Don't have one? Check these out.
Osprey Daylite Wheeled Duffel 85$221 was $295 at REIShop at REIBig Agnes Stagecoach Duffel 45 L Rolling Wheeled Luggage$300 at REIShop at REIEagle Creek Cargo Hauler XT 90L Wheeled Duffel Bag Midnight$349 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comVirtuosa Wheeled Duffel$119 was $170 at SamsoniteShop at Samsonite

Sleep

Packable blanket
Lows around 30°F. One blanket that packs small covers the car, the campsite and the beach at sunset.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickOriginal Puffy Blanket - Seascape$99.95 at rumplShop at rumplRumpl Original Puffy Solid 2-Person Blanket Seascape$200 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comOriginal Puffy Solid 2-Person Blanket$200 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comOriginal Puffy 1-Person Blanket - Bandana$99.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com

Working on the road

Noise-cancelling headphones
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sony WH-1000XM4C Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Black (M4 2nd Gen)$300 at SonyShop at SonySkullcandy Sesh ANC Active Headphones$70.93 was $95 at REIShop at REISkullcandy Icon ANC Headphones$74.93 was $99.95 at REIShop at REISoundcore by Anker Space One Pro Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Headphones$200 at REIShop at REI

Nice to have

You could skip every one of these

What to wear

Packable down vest
Don't have one? Check these out.
Helly Hansen Men's Village Puffy Down Vest$140 was $240 at REIShop at REIFree Country Men's Breakthrough Puffer Insulated Vest$59.97 was $85 at REIShop at REISolazo Down Vest - Women's$87.50 was $175 at CotopaxiShop at CotopaxiSolazo Down Vest - Men's$87.50 was $175 at CotopaxiShop at Cotopaxi
Gaiters
Don't have one? Check these out.
Kahtoola RENAgaiter Low Gaiters Black L/XL$54.95 at REIShop at REIFerrosi Trail Gaiters$59.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comRocky Mountain Low Gaiters II$38.50 was $55 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comKahtoola INSTAgaiter Low Gaiters Green L/XL$44.95 at REIShop at REI

Sun and heat

Lip balm with SPF
Don't have one? Check these out.
Utu SPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95 at REIShop at REIBadger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95 at REIShop at REI

Money and documents

Passport holder
Don't have one? Check these out.
Passport Wallet + Beacon Card Bundle 1$117 was $130 at Peak DesignShop at Peak DesignPassport Wallet$94.95 at Peak DesignShop at Peak DesignSherpani Rio Passport Wallet$45.95 at REIShop at REIStash RFID Passport Wallet$39 at Eagle Creek15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Luggage locks (TSA)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador BetaLockSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorPacsafe ProSafe 620 TSA Accepted Luggage Locks$17.95 at REIShop at REIKnack TSA-Approved Lock$16 at Knack BagsShop at Knack Bags3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at SamsoniteShop at Samsonite

Power and phone

Language app
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Language app - Amazon searchSee price at AmazonShop at Amazon
Short cables (USB-C)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26 at REIShop at REIUSB-C to C Cable, Paracord wrapped, 3 ft PD enabled$27.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comUSB-C CableSee price at Peak DesignShop at Peak DesignGarmin USB-C Plug Charging/Data Cable$25 at REIShop at REI

Bugs and health

Hand sanitizer
Don't have one? Check these out.
Noshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13 at REIShop at REINoshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9 at REIShop at REIDr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50 at REIShop at REI

Bags

Toiletry bag (hanging)
Don't have one? Check these out.
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comPack-It Hanging Toiletry Bag$40 at Eagle Creek15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Compression sacks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Compression Stuff Sack$37.46 was $49.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSea To Summit Ultra-Sil 8L Compression Sack Atoll$39.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSea To Summit Lightweight 8L Compression Sack Spicy$34.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comREI Co-op Lightweight Compression Stuff Sack$23.95 at REIShop at REI

Sleep

Travel pillow
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickTrtl Travel Neck Pillow$54.99 at TrtlShop at TrtlBlackout Travel Pillow$39.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comZempire Chill Pill DLX Memory Foam Camp Pillow$40 at REIShop at REIForclaz MT500 Inflatable Pillow$24.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America
Hand warmers
Don't have one? Check these out.
Smartwool Isto Hand Warmer - Women's$35 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comZippo HeatBank 9s Rechargeable Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 was $50.95 at REIShop at REIZippo HeatBank 6+ Pro Hand Warmer and Power Bank$34.93 was $50.95 at REIShop at REIIgnik Hand Warmers - Multipack$17.95 at REIShop at REI

The basics

You own most of these. We are just making sure they make it in.

What to wear

Everyday pants
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickWild Rye Emmett Overalls$123 at Wild RyeShop at Wild RyeForclaz Men's Travel 100 Cargo Pants$45 was $59.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaBackcountry Wasatch Ripstop Everyday Pant - Men's$49.50 was $99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comQuechua Men's NH100 Hiking Pants$20 was $29.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America

The basics

Sewing kit / safety pins
Don't have one? Check these out.
Expedition Sewing Awl$35 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSpeedy Stitcher Sewing Awl with Extra Thread$33.50 at REIShop at REI
Sunglasses case
Don't have one? Check these out.
goodr We Make a Good Case Sunglass Case$10 at REIShop at REICroakies Sunglasses Case with Carabiner$9.95 at REIShop at REIgoodr Best Case Scenario Sunglass Case$10 at REIShop at REIChums Transporter Sunglasses Case$10 at REIShop at REI
Nail clippers
Don't have one? Check these out.
So iLL Nail Clippers$8 at REIShop at REI
Small lock
Don't have one? Check these out.
Kryptoflex Cable Lock$29.95 at Thousand HelmetsShop at Thousand HelmetsPacsafe Prosafe 800 Combination Cable Padlock$18.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at SamsoniteShop at SamsonitePacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95 at REIShop at REI
Earbuds
Don't have one? Check these out.
Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170 at REIShop at REISoundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130 at REIShop at REISoundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100 at REIShop at REIJBL Vibe Beam 2 Bluetooth In-Ear True Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbuds$64.95 at REIShop at REI
Pen (customs forms)
Copy of passport
Sleepwear
Don't have one? Check these out.
Pendleton Pajama Set - Women's$74.63 was $99.50 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comScotch Plaid Flannel Pajamas - Men's$89.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSundays Lounge Shirt - Men's$27.98 was $69.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comClassic Lounge Shirt - Women's$22.73 was $64.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Reusable shopping bag
Don't have one? Check these out.
Grocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comPackable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle Creek15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekNomadix Pocket Tote Bag$19.95 at REIShop at REI
Travel-size toothpaste + brush
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorMatador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price at Matador15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at MatadorPeppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comDr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95 at REIShop at REI
Deodorant
Don't have one? Check these out.
Busy Co Clarifying Deodorant Wipes$6.95 at REIShop at REIHiBAR Natural Deodorant$13.95 at REIShop at REIHiBAR Natural Deodorant Lavender And Jasmine$13.95 at REIShop at REIHiBAR Natural Deodorant Unscented$13.95 at REIShop at REI
Toiletries kit
Don't have one? Check these out.
Pelican DK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comToiletry Kit Daylite Hanging$29.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comPack-It Hanging Toiletry Bag$40 at Eagle Creek15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle CreekOsprey Packs Toiletry Kit Daylite Hanging Night Shift$29.95 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com
Underwear
Don't have one? Check these out.
Everyday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comREI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95 at REIShop at REISimond Trek 500 Merino Wool Backpacking Underwear Women's$29.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon America
Socks
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickSockwell Men's Ranger Merino Socks$25.95 at SockwellShop at SockwellKiprun Run 500 Thin No-Show Socks 2-Pack$9.99 at Decathlon AmericaShop at Decathlon AmericaSockwell Women's Undercover Socks$17.95 at SockwellShop at SockwellWomens Featherweight Fancy 3-Pack$98.85 at SockwellShop at Sockwell
Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
Don't have one? Check these out.
LuminAID Trio Lantern + Phone Charger$79.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comSolar String Color + Phone Charger$68.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.comDual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignShop at Peak DesignCharger Evo Single Compound Grips$10.12 was $10.99 at Backcountry.comShop at Backcountry.com

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