Gear

BAGS

• 60-liter backpack.
• Medium-size purse. Must have zip closures and a few internal pockets.
• Fanny back. Sling this across your torso – you can secure it under your armpit for safety.
• Money belt

SHOES

• Solomon trail-running shoes. Good for both hiking and running.
• Chocos
• Going-out shoes. Flats are the most versatile and smallest.

 

CLOTHES

• 1 pair synthetic-fiber cargo/hiking pants. Lots of pockets are good, as well as roll-up closures
• Jean shorts
• 2 cotton v-neck t-shirts
• 1 three-quarter-length shirt
• 1 basic-colored cardigan
• 1 basic-colored camisole
• 1 tank top
• 1 fleece jacket
• 1 rain jacket
• 1 pair ankle socks
• 1 pair high hiking socks
• 1 warm cap
• 1 pair light gloves
• 1 pair tights
• 3 pair underwear
• 2 sports bras
• 1 bra
• Bikini

ACCESSORIES

• 1 big, colorful, versatile scarf. Good for accessorizing and warmth! My ESSENTIAL.
• However much jewelry you want. It doesn’t take much room and can change an outfit.
• 1 belt
• 1 buff

ELECTRONICS

• Canon 650D camera
• iPod touch
• Earbuds
• Laptop/iPad/Tablet (optional – I’d recommend one for trips over a month in length).
• Chargers & outlets converters

MISCELLANY

• Notebook
• Pen
• Book(s) for pleasure reading
• Dictionary (for non-English-speaking coutries)
• Cards
• 1-2 liter water bottle
• Musical instruments, board games, photos…Whatever will keep you grounded as you travel.