Comments on: In or Out: How to Pack for a Month-Long Trip

By: Terry

Terry — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:48:47 +0000

If you are only planning to wear some thing once, don’t take it (exception: an event trip for which the outfit is necessary)

If you are thinking of packing 10 prs of socks, pack only 5 pairs.

If you are planning to be away for a month, think of what to bring for 7 or 8 days AND THAT IS ALL. Wear outfits more than once. Mix and match, as well.

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By: Jay

Jay — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:17:28 +0000

Amanda…do you have any specific #s for a month-long trip? (Thailand)

e.g. 10 pairs of socks

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By: Rob O.

Rob O. — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 22:55:42 +0000

I like to take a hefty fistfull (or two) of magazines. I read them along the way then simply leave them in the seatback pocket or wherever for the next lucky traveler to enjoy. Long before the end of my trip, I’ve dwindled down my entire magazine stash and have made room in my bags for the trip home for a few souvenirs.

By: Mr Yap

Mr Yap — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 18:45:47 +0000

Instead of carrying books, I usually buy newspapers the day of my arrival and departure. It weighs less than a book, keeps you well informed of what’s happening in your host country, serves as scrap paper to scribble notes and emergency as a toilet roll.

By: Rene

Rene — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 21:50:41 +0000

I swear by the Go Lite backpackikng philosophy, whether it's a week in the mountains, a month on my motorcycle, or a year in my RV. My best advice: Skip the preposterous gadgetry. My friend Ted Simon traveled to the most remote parts of the world, twice, by motorcycle, and never took a GPS with him. He got lost a few times, and had a blast.

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:39:00 +0000

Thanks for the kudos, Stacy! I just posted the new design last night.

Not sure what’s up with the author byline though since this was posted by Amanda. I noticed the Amanda/Mike thing too. I have a few new authors and contributors to introduce over the coming days/weeks.

By: Stacy

Stacy — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:05:38 +0000

Great tips! The RSS feed says this is written by Amanda, but here on the site it says Mike. What’s up? I’ve been reading your posts on my Google Reader, and this is the first time I’ve seen your new look. I like it!