Note: DON'T use an ATM or currency exchange at the airport. The exchanged rates are higher than average plus a service charge! DON'T use your credit card to take out walking around cash (euros, Swiss francs, etc.). Credit cards companies consider it a "cash advance" and will charge interest from day one. Go to a BANK in the country you are visiting and use their ATM with your bank DEBIT card and take out Only the Cash You Need! Always take money out in the local currency. Don't take it out as USD or CAD. You will get a better rate of exchange. You also you may be charged with a service, about $3 on average. If you have a checking and a savings account with your bank, most of the banks will reimburse you for the service charge that the foreign bank charged. Sad part is that you will need some local currency for the public restrooms, not free.
It does depend on where you’re going as to whether toilets are free. I’ve visited England, Scotland, France, and the Republic of Ireland. Only once have I encountered a pay toilet. It was in a small town when we went to Loch Ness where it cost 50p to pee. Everywhere else we found cafes that had free toilets for paying customers. Or a McDonald’s where just like in the US you can walk in, use the toilet, and walk out without buying anything. Just be prepared to walk up three flights of stairs to find the toilet.
My husband and I went to Maui, Hawaii last week. I took about $100 of cash and was very glad that I did! On the remote side of the island, they ONLY took cash because they didn't have Internet access.
One thing to be aware of when visiting Hawaii is that you WILL be robbed. Not if you will be robbed. Only bring/carry with you whatever you are willing not to come home with.
@@jerryrohr5096 well, we were NOT robbed and stayed for eight days so ... We were very careful though. $100 cash isn't very much and our wallets were body wallets under our clothes.
@@jerryrohr5096 - I have been to HI a few times and have never been robbed. Is there a particular area you are referring to? Do you mean pickpockets/ hotel room theft or actual armed robbery?
A few comments: (1) I used to have an employer who required us to wear a sportscoat for our briefings so I just wore it on the airplane, it also helped me because most airplanes were too cold for me to be comfortable (2) I carry an iPad for photos and a cell phone for calls (3) I never heard of toothpaste tabs--I need to look info them (4) in many countries overseas overseas, credit cards were not accepted in restaurants so cash was required, that said, I would get it from an ATM when I landed but carry a small amount leftover from a previous trip. I carry a backpack with a laptop section, and inside the backpack a small drawstring back with my snacks, Imodium (mandatory overseas), iPad with charging cable, and everything out of my pockets except passport, boarding passes (yes, I like old school boarding passes) and a pair of glasses so I can read. When I board, I remove the small bag and place the backpack in the overhead and keep the little bag under the seat.
I used to work for an airline from - let’s say - the global “south”. As staff of a certain level, we flew on business class but were required to wear FULL business attire at all times. Hence, you could always tell who was a colleague because no sane person would sleep in a suit with shirt and tie. And those who actually paid for their tickets, would dress casually and comfortably, especially for the night flights, which made us look even sillier. Sometimes, however, the cabin crew would take pity on us and suggest we remove the jacket and tie for the night. Other than that, it was a great workplace.
@@mhtammi or if traveling with friends/family and will be able to share (e.g. if you will be using one bathroom you can easily buy shower gel, shampoo, conditioner etc. at your destination)
Good tips especially luggage weight. Not taking cash I don't agree with. Like to have some cash on me say $500-800 in two or three currencies. ATM fees in airports are expensive. Cash more convenient. Thanks for the tips.
Last time I flew, I had small toiletries under 100ml but I didn't have to take them out of my bag at security. They had upgraded the scanners and it was a lot quicker to get through.
I’m finding this happens a few times. I asked the security guard why the difference and he said it depends on what type of scanning equipment they have at different airports.
I’m an experienced traveler and, honestly, the quart sized liquid bag has never bothered me. As long as you’re organized, taking out a single, clear spill proof bag at security isn’t exactly hard to do. 🤷 Also, microfiber camping towels are a game changer. They can be used as an extra blanket in the plane, and then later on the beach, while hiking and if the place you’re staying doesn’t have enough towels, (especially if it’s a hostel, guesthouse etc). They take up virtually no room.
I don't care how a person dresses, just don't stink. Dress clothes are often polyester and after a 12 hour flight, you can have gone from the shower to the clothes and they're still going to stink. I don't care if people wear pyjamas, just be fresh pyjamas and not something you've been sleeping in for a week. The only think I'll say about bringing your own food is ... yes, the same thing, just don't stink. I had a lady eating olive oil and garlic lentils and a cauliflower and kale quiche. Mild scented foods, please.
@@rw80 One of the things about travel is it's not really restricted to where a person lives. A lot of dresses, skirts, dress pants, suits, underwear and hosiery are polyester. Perhaps you only allow friends in natural fibres on your private jets but on commercial flights, people have to fly with strangers from all over.
Many countries in Asia and Europe still treat cash as king. Getting cash from ATM often means a fix flat fee on top of any fee your bank charges. The exchange rates you get may mean you are paying a lot more than if you bring the same amount of cash from home. Besides, not all ATM are secure. If you are travelling internationally, you may not be able to bring food through airport security.
I usually pack in cardboard boxes, which are way much lighter. I noticed that Chinese travelers use them a lot, so I took their idea. Usually weight little and can be put into recycling bin. I usually tape them around few times, never were opened by customs.
5:28 As you acknowledge, camera equipment is a personal choice. Phone cameras are great for many types of photography, but they struggle in low-light situations, shooting from moving vehicles or shooting action. If you have photographic equipment, the skill to take advantage of that equipment's capabilities and a trip that offers good photo opportunities, then you will likely want to bring that equipment along. Conversely, your phone is always with you. Even when I have a camera with me, I sometimes leave it in my accommodation, such as when I go to dinner. There are also trips where I leave the camera at home because the limited opportunities for photography do not justify bringing the equipment with me.
I'm not a frequent flier, but I follow most of these already, with only a few differences that are mostly due to personal preference. I'm a photography buff, so I carry a camera. But I've eschewed the giant old SLR I used to carry for a smaller, lighter-weight bridge camera that has crazy long zoom but weights less than my old SLR body. I don't carry a neck pillow, but I do carry a pair of inflatable camping/hiking pillows - one for my head, and one to sit on, because airplane seats hurt my butt after an hour, and trying to lean against the wall of the plane to nap hurts my noggin without something soft in between. Haven't graduated to a thermos yet, either. I'm still carrying a Brita sports bottle with integrated filter, because I really hate the taste of water from most drinking fountains and sinks.
One thing about cash… I do carry say $40 in cash as I had the experience of being away from home when the Interac system went down (thanks Rogers)! I couldn’t use either my debit OR credit. And I had to drive to a different town to find a physical branch of my bank to get $$. Luckily I was still in Ontario when this all happened. 😮
Hard shell suitcase won’t stop bedbugs! They will be in your luggage but most likely the viable eggs are already laid in your skin, and will hatch as you get home! Fact !
We fly from Canada connecting in Seattle to get to Hawaii and once made the mistake of bringing a couple of muffins for breakfast and when customs asked if we had any food we mentioned the muffins and were diverted into a jumbo jet size lineup of travelers arriving from Asia who were having their luggage torn apart by customs searching for smuggled food. Because we are caucasian we stood out like sore thumbs and a customs officer asked why we had been sent into the lineup and after confessing to the muffins he basically told us to beat it and as we bypassed the line we got a lot of angry sidelong glances due to the apparently privileged race-based treatment. Never, ever will I fly into the States with food again as the delay almost caused us to miss our flight to Maui. Now I carry a personal item size-compliant soft cooler with a hard plastic liner that we use to carry airport-purchased sandwiches on the flight to Hawaii and then use it as a cooler on beach days and for transporting meat and seafood from store to condo. Then before the return flight, we stop at a supermarket deli and load the cooler with non-smelly food for the return flight. I have also learned to ranger roll the clothes and further compress items with releasable/ reusable zip ties.
The only reason I made the switch from soft suitcase to hard case is because the hard case was lighter. The soft case had to compensate by giving structure through more solid metal bars.
Hi Megan. Top tips as always. I’ve scaled down to a medium laptop bag from a backpack. I can fit the laptop bag near my feet. Saves me having to open any overhead bins.
A video for experienced travelers? Now this is different! And all very valid tips. Great video Megan and I almost didn’t notice Ollie until you pointed him out 🐶
I always check my luggage because I cruise over 7 nights. Now that I'm cruising on the Carnival Sunshine for 5 nights, I'd rather do a carry on. Do any of you have any carry on luggage ideas
Outlet stores too, especially ski sports stores off season. Merino is absolutely the best for travel. Lightweight, comfortably non-itchy, odor inhibiting (natural anti-bacterial properties), insulating (cool in summer, warm in winter) even when wet, moisture wicking, and flame resistant and won't melt against skin.
Hi Megan and Ollie! I always bring snacks with me. I will also eat at the airport a full meal since the meals on the plane are so small and overpriced plus don’t usually taste good. I went to check out unbound and was disappointed that neither the men’s or women’s pants have a tall version. I am 6’ so the pants would look like capris on me. :( Thank you for your great content. Always look forward to your videos.
Interestingly a bar of soap in my carryon caused an extra check at the Amsterdam airport, the agent said anything the machine can’t see through you can be stopped for a check. This was a few years back. I know this isn’t the typical experience with bar soaps, and it wasn’t a big deal, but now of course I just use liquid soaps/shampoo either my own in the bag or at my destination to avoid the potential hassle.
Why sunscreen? You can buy it anywhere in europe upon arrival. Only be carefull with some countries like Germany when you arrive saturday late or on sunday because these countries don't allow shops to open on sunday.
@@graymalk9696 good to know! I have to be diligent with sunscreen as advised by my dermatologist. I haven’t been to Europe yet, but is it more expensive to buy sunscreen over there if I don’t bring enough? I live in the US. I do use a solid sunscreen stick now that I love.
@@selenajosephina If you already use sunscreen stick, then it is no problem to carry with you. As a stick doesn't count as liquid, so is not effected by the liquid rules for air travel. My answer is more for the people, like me, who use lotion/creme. However it's good you try to search if they sell your brand in the country you are going to and where to buy. Just in case. Most brands sell worldwide, though some may have a different name.
been binging your vids this Sunday love them a note is recently there have been a few stories on reports on clothing on airplanes and the biggest beef is not dressing hip and dressing cumfy. so we have a new divide of people that dress cumfy and value space vs other that believe this is Bridgeton and have to dress to impress lol
When I was a travel agent, I travelled with my Amex, a toothbrush/paste and passport. Those were the days. Buy everything you need at your destination!
Hi Megan talking about phone cases and screen protectors I don't know why but this year's Samsung Galaxy s24 don't allow for screen protector I've tried quite a few brands even OtterBox and the screen would not function until I removed the screen protector it's got a good case though
Question: does a fanny pack count as a carry-on? Some said it is now for at least some airlines, very recently. Also, how about the Stuffable Travel Pillow for Extra Luggage?
I was in Spain last week and an ATM charge me $20 american dollars for $70 euros. I changed in Exchange and only charge me less than 10% in every change.
Wow, you have an amazing figure! You could be a catalog model for Unbound 💪🏽 I wish I could become the sort of person who works out probably even when traveling. Bravo! A great example for the rest of us.
No 1: It is the opposite. I went back to taking cash instead of credit cards, and so do a lot of people I know. And there are some countries where you have to bring cash, for example Iran.
Hello Megan. What does it mean "Portable Professional"? ( Just out of curiosity)? Why don't you recommend "A Passenger Support Specialist" provided by TSA? I have thoroughly checked with the TSA and found that there is "No new" requirement about having to keep prescription medications in their original container Period! Really. Information is on TSA website and contacting local TSA offices at relevant airports. I also requested "A Passenger Support Specialist" to meet us at TSA security check points to help process us through. The Support Specialist whole focus was on help "Us" get through the screening process as quickly and safely as possible. My recent trip went as well as could be expected.
Not on Topic. I am flying next month on Embraer with 4 crew. Two pilots, two flight attendants. Not super rich, so would it be okay if I give each of them a Starbucks card for $10 only? I know its not much, but thats $40 for me. Do you think $10 per person is embarrasing? I guess would buy one coffee only. Or should I just skip it, as its too little? Thanks for your help.
Performance wise, the only thing equivalent is silk but it is expensive. In synthetics, a good outdoors/backpacking retailer will have polypropilene and other technical fabrics (talking about base layers). If you can find it/afford it, the best is silver thread because it does not support bacteria (the thing that causes odor). It is only made for like NASA or military applications. Good luck.
I'm a huge fan of hemp (often blended with organic cotton) and linen. Hemp is naturally antimicrobial and gets softer every time you wash it. The fibers are very tough, too, so I never worry about snags. I love merino wool, too, but mainly for tops and undergarments. My favorite socks are lightweight hemp.
I tried Unbound Merino and other merino wool products recently to Spain and Paris. It was a waste of money, uncomfortable and totally overhyped. When I did 2 small loads of laundry in my hotel room, the Unbound Merino wool took twice the time to dry. The cheap nylon boxer briefs from Under Armour dried fast. Merino wool is on my "no pack" list now. Sorry Merino wool lovers, but Classic Tees feel and travel better.
I actually agree with all you said. There are a couple of things mentioned in the comments I agree with too. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩 Ps. Please would you give your doggie a hug and a kiss from me as he’s delightful. 🤭
I’m a dinosaur, I travel with two digital cameras. Much better quality compared to a cell phone, but I can’t make a phone call with a Nikon. Not a big deal. Also I bring lenses to better capture to memories.
I keep hearing about the bad water quality on planes, and to avoid it (hot water, cold water, ice cubes). How do i stay hydrated on a 15 hour flight? One thermos/water botte wont last long. Thank you!
Usually plenty of juices and bottled water are offered. (On the other hand, if the water on the plane is so bad, why aren't scores of people falling lll?)
I disagree about using debit cards. I only feel safe using them at banks , at home and oversees. Credit cards only. If they will only take debit cards, I don’t need the item. Plus they are likely scam-artists. I also take a bag of liquids. Easy-peasy and don’t take up much room and weigh very little. Your other suggestions seem good.
I once ate snack that supposed to be travel souvenir for a friend, because our flight was delayed, we boarded plane hour later than we should and we were stuck for extra hour already in plane, but flying attendants weren't able to serve snacks before taking off ... it was short flight (little over 1 hour), so when we were boarding I thought I would menage without the food :/
I always bring high quality fat snacks. Good for the body and brain, filling, dense (smaller foot print) and delish. I bring them EVERYWHERE. "hey, I'm hungry, do you have a snack" I can always say yes and share a smile. People are so grateful.... yes I'm that girl 😅😅😅 "full meal" food smells funny, y'all don't share your food smells---It's not nice😂😂 snacks usually are "low odor" love that!
I carry all three. 😂 Phone for a quick snap, A Sony for my real photos and Action 4 for vlog. 😂 Only those who know what you mean “glass” need to carry😂 🌴🌴Aloha
Also, my SLR camera gives me all the settings a phone doesn’t. I find my phone great for taking a quick snapshot of people in good light, but for most anything else, I miss it when I don’t have my camera.
I do dress nicely on travel days ... executive level office casual in an office where jeans are ok. Dressing well earns me more respect and better service than I's get in sweats. On a flight in February, I wore a linen short sleeve top under a cashmere sweater, with wide-leg jeans on the bottom. I also carried my leather jacket. Unlike slim or skinny jeans, these were stylish and very, very comfortable. The linen top is perfect for warm conditions, the cashmere kept me warm when it was chilly. The jacket plus sweater was enough to keep me warm when I was outside in Minneapolis. About 5 years ago, I saw a woman waiting for her plane in cheap pajamas, a robe, and fuzzy slippers. [That was a 2 hour afternoon flight.] I can understand comfort, but that's taking things too far!
You're right! I disagree with a few. 1) liquids: get TSA precheck, and keep the cheap liquid toiletries instead of changing everything. 2) cash: In emergencies, cash still works. getting cash at the destination if traveling where USD isn't accepted currency. Your phone and credit card may not. 3) As a photographer, cell phone cameras are nice, and today I'm flying to Mexico with just a cell phone camera and a GoPro - but when I'm going on a photography trip, I'm taking real camera equipment.
My take #1. I only use cheap toiletries 😂 and change out. #2. Cash is king I have never had it rejected (bad rate maybe) #3. Same, Phone also holds itinerary, I have used GoPto but now Action 4. SLR also. (My camera bag out weighs my clothes. 😂
Her point about cash was that it's usually not necessary to carry cash from your home country in order to exchange it in the country you're visiting. Instead, use the ATM upon arrival. She didn't mean that people shouldn't have any cash in the local currency...
Not only “don’t stink”, but don’t spray yourself down with colognes or perfumes. I’m allergic to many of these things, and they really don’t hide BO, they just make you stink more. 🤢🤢🤢
Me too. I cannot walk down the detergent aisle in a supermarket. Getting trapped on a plane near someone loaded with perfume will make me sick. At least smelly food doesn’t cause an allergic reaction.
1- I bring at least 200 euros with me. When in Portugal 2022 I needed to buy train tickets after arrival and the ticket seller in the station only took cash. If I had to find a last min atm I may have missed that train. In Germany last year many places off the beaten path took only cash. So many good tips! 4-Merino wool garments are great, I am starting with the socks. 5- I do Take my charged older cellphone simply as a spare.
Awesome tips and I did not disagree with any of them. haha. On the carryon food...let's make sure it isn't something that is going to overwhelm the plane/passengers with the smells, even if they are yummy to you, they may not be to others.
Experienced traveler here. I always bring local currency from home, especially if I have some leftover from previous trips. Easily obtained from my own bank and probably the same or better rates than foreign ATM’s. Unfortunately we Canadians don’t have access to the wild and crazy CC that Americans do, but I’ll still use mine for the measly points that I can accrue 😅 I also bring my favourite toiletries because why wouldn’t I ? I can pack most of it in my checked bag and carry the rest in my personal carry on.
If you get it at the ATM, the transaction should go to your bank as being in the local currency and the exchange comes from them. Maybe it's different for Canadians. What you really want to stay away from is a currency exchange.
I also pack my toiletries in my checked bag for airline travel. I take them in carryon for train travel, since I may need them, and there are no restrictions.
I don't dress up but I do dress nicely when I fly. /dress pants, a comfortable blouse and a blazer or light jacket. Once I am at my destination, I hang up my airplane clothes and never touch them again until my return flight when I wear them back. This has worked well for me for years. I travel every 90 days in every class from economy to first class.
Good plan. I’m doing the same. I alway try to look my best traveling. When I see people who look like they rolled out of bed, I know I look better. Horrible.
I mainly disagree with the cash thing. In many destinations cash is still king. I find I get a better rate purchasing my currency 'at home' from a currency place than even from the bank. I purchase what I think I will need and for everything else (or bigger spends) I use a credit card. For the trip I'll be taking today, I'm going radical and putting all my liquid stuff into my checked bag. I find I never need to access liquid stuff while in the plane. Sure, my teeth feel furry, but I am more comfortable brushing in my hotel room. Also, I'm not going to the back of beyond so if my liquids don't make it, I'll just buy the stuff at my destination.
I’m a hobbiest photographer, so the camera and at least 3-4 lenses travel with me. As for the quality… yeah - for instagram, there is not much difference, but besides that - there is a huge difference! I live taking photo’s, editing them and creating photo books of the travel. Often times, editing involved cropping and that’s where a good camera shines!
OK, yes, I disagree on not packing a camera. Much of the time I'm traveling to destinations I want to remember and my camera is a must have. If you are not a photographer, and don't know how to work a camera, then packing a camera isn't always necessary. However, any photographer with basic skills will ALWAYS get better photos with a dedicated camera and lenses over any smart phone. ALWAYS. Smartphones are great at computational photography. Meaning every pic you take is taking multiple shots and blending them into an HDR photo. Even the most basic DSLR and mirrorless camera has sensors so much larger and cleaner than the best iPhones and Androids. What a photographer then does is edit the photo much like your phone has done for you. It is work most won't want to do, but the photographer who takes their time will get better photos every time.
Carrying in allowable museli bars, cash, lightweight toilets (soap flaws & small aerosdae deodorant), comfy clothes (disregard fashion). Saves loads of money. Oh, and it's handy for women to wear panty liners.
About the camera: while I do rely on my smartphone for taking photos, it's a different story for shooting videos. I've found it easier to compose moving shots for videos using a dedicated camera, because I have a better grip on the camera than on the smartphone. I also prefer soft-sided luggage for my main carryon because it can squish. This is important because it makes it easier to fit into an overhead bin.
someone who knows how to operate a camera will never agree with this tip that photos have only "slightly" better quality. Better carry the weight than regret not having the camera on a trip anywhere you will probably be once in a lifetime
I have so many hacks to deal with every thing you just mentioned! I usually some of the local currency (like $100-200 worth) from my bank before I go. When you order online they waive the currency conversion fee! I received as a gift some years ago a Yeti water bottle/cup combo. I just have to bring an extra lid and it works for everything!I do bring my trtl neck pillow on long flights - I clip the bag to my backpack. I do often bring the bar shampoo (I like the one from Trader Joe’s the best) but I also invested in the cadence liquid containers for all my expensive can’t -live-without skincare. I’ve gotten so good at packing - I always use the compression cubes and I’ve never run out of clothes (I do wash them on my trips usually though). I’m currently on a trip which was the first time I brought my dog and I did check in a bag because I’m here for a long time visiting my son and I had to bring him a bunch of stuff - but on the way back I’ll put my backpack inside my empty large suitcase and just have my carryon and my dog. I used to hate the getting there part of the trip but with all the hacks I’ve learned online and figured out myself now I feel like such a boss whenever I travel!!
I think I will do that next time. In my last trip, already on the last flight returning home, I had my backpack dirtied with chocolate cream from the desert of the on-flight meal. The passenger seated in front of me let her spoon drop and it landed under the seat, on top of my backpack, spreading along it 🤬
Since most of my trips are to do photography, my carry on bag is usually full of camera gear. But, I agree with you that most people don't need a separate camera. Smart phone cameras do a good job and are adequate for most travelers. But, some people just like using cameras. Do what works for you.
I travel with a good quality Turkish towel. It is a scarf while boarding, blanket on the plane, a shawl when chilly, beach or picnic blanket to sit on, towel to dry off with, sarong or suit cover. The list is never ending and versatile. Hitchhiker guide to the galaxy rule number 1 never travel without a towel.
I normally dress in nice jeans and a dress shirt, which is very comfortable. I may add a blazer (pockets are nice) if the weather where I am going is cool enough for it to be comfortable to wear while there. As far as carry on bags, I use a "legal limit" backpack from Nomatic. I don't see the appeal of hauling around something with wheels, which just add weight. Of course, I'm probably 40 kg heavier than you. Also, the "squish" factor makes it easier to fit in an almost full overhead. Typically I pack my computer bag inside my carry on with all the devices with lithium batteries and all my meds just in case they insist I gate check my carry on, I can pull out my computer bag. Remember that more things have lithium batteries than most people think. Luggage scale, electric toothbrush, even thermometers....
I try and pack no more than 2 pair of shoes and usually wear the heaviest ones to the airport. I will bring 1 pair of pants/jeans and wear them on the flight as well. This allows the lightest items to be in the suitcase and the heaviest items not subject to weighing.
remember that it is quite heavy and uncomfortable to carry around ;) I tried once, I put towel and some clothes in that "neck pillow case" only on my way back from Cyprus as I used a lot of space in suitcase to pack souvenirs ... It has helped, but never have done it again - I am just better at packing and don't need that :P [I prefer taking coat with huge pockets that I can use to carry extra stuff and also cloth bag that I can throw that coat in right after coming through gates ;) ]
I always pack in my carry on a clear three quart toiletry bag with all of my bathroom things. Nothing separated and I have never once been asked to take it out if my backpack
I agree with all your suggestions. Though I personally bring a neck pillow on long flights. For me it’s a sensory/comfort thing. Mine is high and holds my ear buds in place and gives me a comfortable cosy “space” to relax.
I like a suggestion and will do it. I'm bri6 mine, but i took out the foam (traveling light)and will fill it with my PJs once in the airport and tee shirts. It'll still be very comfy.
You're speaking to me in this one! I'm an *experienced traveler*. The only one I disagree with is bringing a big personal item. Since we fly mostly in Asia we need to consider weight as well, so to stay within the weight limit I find that a small personal item works better for me. 🌸Heidi
Hi Megan Heaps of Aussies heading to Bali still take considerable amounts of $AUD as cash Rupiah is still king and tapping is still in its infancy! Majority of bars, restaurants, markets, shops want cash. 🍻
Megan, if you are using merino wool clothing, how many times or how long do you wear it before it needs cleaning. Also, do you wash any clothing when traveling for a week? Merino wool is very good but also a bit pricey as well.
It depends on if you shower daily. I have worn merino tops/sweaters 3-4 times before washing. They still don’t stink, but they don’t smell freshly laundered. Same for socks. Merino underwear dry overnight and so do socks. Last trip to Spain I packed 5 panties and wore 1 for a 10 day trip and packed 3 pr socks (Sockwell have compression merino socks that I like to wear on plane and for a lot of standing) that I didn’t wash until I got home. Just lay it so it can air out- if you leave your socks in your shoes they will stay moist and grow bacteria that cause stink. Same for clothes, let them air out. Also never use fabric softener or fragrance beads when washing as it gunks up the fibers and inhibits evaporation.
Due to weight restrictions for cabin luggage, my husband decided to swap his heavy, proper camera for a small, lightweight 360 camera on an extendable stick. It takes high quality pictures and videos and is much more portable.
Cash can be used in more places than cards, so saying "Experienced" travellers aren't carrying cash is a stretch because in a pinch you're going to get further with cash every time. Also, why would you even say people should BUY solid toothpaste, or shampoo? Just take a trip to a grocery store and buy it when you're there, as it'll cost less than solid toothpast/shampoo. However, I'm going to concede that your yourtube is also meant as a supplemental income, and affiliate links. It's a little misleading to get people to but extra toothpaste/shampoo because it's a solid. Plus, anyone that's used solid toothpaste is going to be able to admit (if they're being honest) that solid toothpaste is pretty rubbish.
