It is true that there is no determining rule of what the travel backpack should contain. The needs and priorities may vary from case to case. What if there are elements that should not be left out, although the quantity and size is defined by each person.
What you take on a weekend trip is not comparable to what you will have to carry if you are going to last weeks or even months. I invite you to continue reading, because we will give you several recommendations of what should not be missing in your travel backpack, as well as certain tips with which you will save time and money.
BEFORE ASSEMBLY THE BACKPACK
We are going to start with key steps that must be taken before putting together the travel backpack. Above we talked about planning. And now we highlight it, because in this first stage you are going to analyze the places that you plan to visit, doing an exhaustive investigation of the places that you will have nearby and what are the best options. It is key to consider the issue of accommodation, transportation, weather and other activities you would like to do, the shoes you are going to wear and do some research about local customs.
Next, you must decide if you will take a backpack or a suitcase with you. Here comfort and the territories you plan to visit are a little deprived. If they are terrain with some difficulty, it is likely that a backpack would be better for you than a wheeled suitcase; but if it is a central place and you have put together a simple route, you could opt for the suitcase.
And finally, another aspect that you should study before deciding the things that go in the backpack is related to travel insurance. This will be an ally to solve any eventuality that arises during your stay. In general, an emergency consultation is usually expensive abroad, here a policy would help you solve this unexpected circumstance.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
Research the documents that are required at the destination you are going to. Make a basic list and go including new elements that you will find when you investigate more. Get a record with the vaccinations you’ve had, get an international circulation permit in case you need to rent a car. Take copies -apart from the original- of all the papers and it is advisable to have a digital backup in the email. Remember to have a copy of the insurance policy you have purchased on hand. Frequently review the documentation before the trip and make sure that nothing necessary is not missing in your travel backpack.
PACKING THE BACKPACK FOR A LONG TRIP
Once the previous steps have been taken, it is time to present you with the list of things that should not be left out in your suitcase when you plan to take a long trip.
Clothes for different moments. It does not need to be a lot, in most cases you can use the laundry service. Take into account the season of the year in which you will travel and include clothing according to the season. Do not forget to include enough underwear, sheets, bathing suit and towels.
Add a multi-purpose jacket, a hat if you are going to a hot destination and a scarf in the case of women.
Personal hygiene items, including soap and toothpaste. It is advisable to bring sunscreen.
Comfortable shoes. If you choose one that is versatile it is better. That it helps you to walk both in the city and in the mountains calmly and that also looks good with most of the clothes you take with you.
Cloth bags to put the clothes that get dirty.
A carry-on suitcase that is useful especially when you go on an excursion or to the beach.
A basic first aid kit with a thermometer, repellent, moisturizing salts and some antibiotic and anti-inflammatory pills. Do not forget that in most places it is easy to find a pharmacy where you can buy something for an emergency. Indispensable in your travel backpack.
Basic electronic equipment, including an adapter for plugs that can be used to charge your mobile or computer. And it doesn't hurt to have an unlocked phone in which you can insert a SIM to make calls or connect to the internet. Also, don't spare an extra battery and USB cables.
A camera and a laptop that are not so heavy.
A protective padlock or a metal mesh to protect your luggage from theft.PUTTING THE THINGS IN THE BACKPACK
Once you decide the amount of things you are going to take on the trip, make a list and check as you enter what is necessary.
Organize your backpack properly. Less delicate garments such as shoes, sheets or towels should go to the bottom. Then put the rest
