What to pack forSeoul
in July
84° / 72°F
17 days of rain. Sunset around 7:50pm.
Typical July, from ten years of weather
17 days
of rain
7:50pm
sunset
Type C/F
plugs
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Before you go
None of these fit in a bag. Sort them first and the packing gets easy.
Copies of your documents
Photograph your passport, cards, and insurance. Email them to yourself. Ten seconds now saves a very bad afternoon.
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 Seoul, 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 NH500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket$50 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women’s NH500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket, women's$50 was $69.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSunscreen SPF 50
UV index of 8.6 burns exposed skin in under 15 minutes at midday.
UV index of 8.6 burns exposed skin in under 15 minutes at midday. 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
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray$20.50 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray$20.50Shop at REIPolarized sunglasses
Water and pavement reflect glare when the sun stays up 14.5 hours daily.
Water and pavement reflect glare when the sun stays up 14.5 hours daily. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Knockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 at REIKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 was $38Shop at REI
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comFast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38Shop at Backcountry.comDEET or picaridin repellent
Humidity at 82 percent and heat at 29 degrees draw mosquitoes to the city.
Humidity at 82 percent and heat at 29 degrees draw mosquitoes to the city. 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
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
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 Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95 at REIBen's Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95Shop 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
Insect bites, sunburn, and minor cuts happen faster in warm, wet climates.
Insect bites, sunburn, and minor cuts happen faster in warm, wet climates. Don't have one? Check these out.
Plug adapter, Type C or F
Seoul uses Type C or F sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet.
Seoul uses Type C or F sockets. An adapter with USB-C ports charges several things from one outlet. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Global Travel Adapter$39.95 at REIMatador Global Travel Adapter$39.95 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at REI
Global Travel Adapter USB 30W$40 at Eagle CreekGlobal Travel Adapter USB 30W$40 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Global Travel Adapter Micro$25 at Backcountry.comGlobal Travel Adapter Micro$25 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Eagle Creek Global Travel Adapter 45W$69 at REIEagle Creek Global Travel Adapter 45W$69 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at REIPower bank 10k–20k mAh
Phones drain fast in heat, and 14.5 hours of daylight means long photo days.
Phones drain fast in heat, and 14.5 hours of daylight means long photo days. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
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
Goal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIGoal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120Shop at REI
Anker Zolo Power Bank (20,000 mAh, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIAnker Zolo Power Bank (20,000 mAh, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40Shop at REICarry-on backpack (35–45L)
Seoul's airport accepts carry-on bags, and overhead bins fill on busy July routes.
Seoul's airport accepts carry-on bags, and overhead bins fill on busy July routes. 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)
Day trips to the national park mean hiking in heat and carrying water and layers.
Day trips to the national park mean hiking in heat and carrying water and layers. 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
Isabella 3.0 20L Daypack - Women's$66.75 at Backcountry.comIsabella 3.0 20L Daypack - Women's$66.75 was $89Shop at Backcountry.com
Arcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 at Backcountry.comArcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 was $110Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Stargazer$49.50 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 84°F.
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 84°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
Sumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 at CotopaxiSumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 was $95Shop at Cotopaxi
Sombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 at CotopaxiSombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 was $65Shop at CotopaxiMoisture-wicking t-shirts
Sweat clings to skin when humidity sits at 82 percent and heat peaks at 29 degrees.
Sweat clings to skin when humidity sits at 82 percent and heat peaks at 29 degrees. 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 8.6 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.
UV hits 8.6 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
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
Topo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 at Backcountry.comTopo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 was $99Shop at Backcountry.com
The North Face Adventure Sun Hoodie - Women's$48.75 at Backcountry.comThe North Face Adventure Sun Hoodie - Women's$48.75 was $65Shop at Backcountry.com
Royal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120 at Backcountry.comRoyal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120Shop at Backcountry.comSwimwear
The coast lies near enough for swimming, and July water warms to comfortable depths.
The coast lies near enough for swimming, and July water warms to comfortable depths. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Tofino Swim Top - Women's$47.57 at Backcountry.comTofino Swim Top - Women's$47.57 was $67.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Chubbies Lined Classic Swim Trunks$43.93 at REIChubbies Lined Classic Swim Trunks$43.93 was $59.50Shop at REI
Helly Hansen Men's Newport Swim Trunks$43.73 at REIHelly Hansen Men's Newport Swim Trunks$43.73 was $60Shop at REI
Lido One-Piece Swimsuit - Women's$89.97 at Backcountry.comLido One-Piece Swimsuit - Women's$89.97 was $150Shop at Backcountry.comSandals (sport)
Wet ground from 17 rain days calls for footwear that drains fast and grips.
Wet ground from 17 rain days calls for footwear that drains fast and grips. 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
SOREL Kinetic Sunchase Ankle Strap Sandal - Women's$99.95 at Backcountry.comSOREL Kinetic Sunchase Ankle Strap Sandal - Women's$99.95Shop at Backcountry.comWide-brim sun hat
The UV index reaches 8.6, high enough to burn the scalp and face.
The UV index reaches 8.6, high enough to burn the scalp and face. 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
Edith Brim Hat$32 at Wild RyeEdith Brim Hat$32 was $40Shop at Wild RyeInsulated 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 drinkable, but carrying cold water beats waiting in heat and crowds.
Tap water is drinkable, but carrying cold water beats waiting in heat and crowds. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Que Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95 at Backcountry.comQue Collapsible Water Bottle Cloudy$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Collapsible Water Bottle$24.95 at Backcountry.comCollapsible Water Bottle$24.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Water Bottle$7.20 at Backcountry.comWater Bottle$7.20 was $12Shop at Backcountry.com
Bidon Water Bottle$14.40 at Wild RyeBidon Water Bottle$14.40 was $18Shop at Wild RyeMulti-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.
AirTag / tracker for bags
Seoul's subway and markets move fast, and bags get set down and forgotten.
Seoul's subway and markets move fast, and bags get set down and forgotten.
Packing cubes
Rain soaks clothes, and 17 wet days means wet and dry items must stay apart.
Rain soaks clothes, and 17 wet days means wet and dry items must stay apart. 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
Compression Packing Cube$29.95 at Backcountry.comCompression Packing Cube$29.95Shop at Backcountry.comWaterproof phone pouch
Seventeen rain days in July soak pockets and screens, and phones fail when wet.
Seventeen rain days in July soak pockets and screens, and phones fail when wet. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Laundry bag / travel detergent
Heat melts detergent into paste, so powder packets take up less space and work in cold water.
Heat melts detergent into paste, so powder packets take up less space and work in cold water. 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
Subways are loud, and 14.5 hours of daylight means long stretches between quiet moments.
Subways are loud, and 14.5 hours of daylight means long stretches between quiet moments. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
JBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220 at REIJBL Live 770NC Bluetooth Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones$220Shop at REI
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 780NC Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones$250 at REIJBL Live 780NC Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones$250Shop at REI
Sony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Sandstone WH-1000XM6/T$460 at SonySony WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Sandstone WH-1000XM6/T$460Shop at SonyNice to have
You could skip every one of these
Shorts
Heat and humidity make long pants unwearable for most of the month.
Heat and humidity make long pants unwearable for most of the month. 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
Simond Women’s Travel 900 Hiking Shorts$30 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Women’s Travel 900 Hiking Shorts, women's$30 was $54.99Shop 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 REI
Forclaz Men's MT500 Hiking Shorts$30 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz Men's MT500 Hiking Shorts$30 was $44.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaWaterproof boot spray
Rain falls 17 days in July, and boots absorb water through seams and leather.
Rain falls 17 days in July, and boots absorb water through seams and leather. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Nubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comNubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.com
Nikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REI
Fabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comFabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.com
Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REILip balm with SPF
Lips crack and burn under a UV index of 8.6 across long daylight hours.
Lips crack and burn under a UV index of 8.6 across long daylight hours. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Badger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95 at REIBadger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95Shop at REI
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95Shop at REI
SPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comSPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29Shop at Backcountry.comMosquito head net
Mosquitoes thrive when humidity stays above 80 percent and temperatures hold steady.
Mosquitoes thrive when humidity stays above 80 percent and temperatures hold steady. 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
InvisiNet Head Net$15.99 at Backcountry.comInvisiNet 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
Ben's InvisiNet Head Net$15.99 at Backcountry.comBen's InvisiNet Head Net$15.99Shop at Backcountry.comHand sanitizer
Street food is common and tap water is safe, but hands touch everything.
Street food is common and tap water is safe, but hands touch everything. 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
Bites itch worst when skin is already burned from a UV index of 8.6.
Bites itch worst when skin is already burned from a UV index of 8.6. 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 classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REI
Badger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95 at REIBadger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95Shop 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 REIShort cables (USB-C)
Charging ports are standard in Seoul, but short cables pack smaller than long ones.
Charging ports are standard in Seoul, but short cables pack smaller than long ones. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
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
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 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
International travel requires proof of identity in places where documents get wet or lost.
International travel requires proof of identity in places where documents get wet or lost.
Luggage locks (TSA)
Luggage passes through hands at airports and hotels, and locks deter casual theft.
Luggage passes through hands at airports and hotels, and locks deter casual theft. 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
Knack TSA-Approved Lock$16 at Knack BagsKnack TSA-Approved Lock$16Shop at Knack Bags
TSA Cable Lock$17.95 at Backcountry.comTSA Cable Lock$17.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Pacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95 at REIPacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95Shop at REIToiletry bag (hanging)
Toiletries melt and leak in heat, and hanging bags keep them away from clothes.
Toiletries melt and leak in heat, and hanging bags keep them away from clothes. 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
Long flights to Seoul and jet lag make sleep hard on the first nights.
Long flights to Seoul and jet lag make sleep hard on the first nights. 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
Eagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow Sea$29 at Backcountry.comEagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow Sea$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
Huppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comHuppy Peppermint 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.
Smartwool Women's Merino Bikini Underwear - Boxed$35 at REISmartwool Women's Merino Bikini Underwear - Boxed$35Shop at REI
Everyday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
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
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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 Dry No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIBalega Hidden Dry No-Show Socks$13.73 was $18Shop 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 - Geo$24.95 at rumplPackable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95Shop at rumpl
Packable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle CreekPackable Tote Bag$49 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Chrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125Shop at Backcountry.com
Grocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.comGrocery Tote Messenger Bag$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
Shokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120 at REIShokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120Shop 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 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.