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Travel rewards card with free withdrawals/international transactions + a backup such as wise.
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Plug adaptor + small lightweight power bank
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eSim
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money
all-in-one plug adaptor. Used to have different ones for US, UK and EU plugs till I found the “all-in-one” kind. Lifesaver
waterproof backpack- I travel with a carry-on only, so a durable waterproof backpack was a must
multiple bank cards- I’m unlucky when it comes to ATMs. Had my cards swallowed a few times last week in Vietnam, so I always make sure to have at least 2 per account.
Are we counting apps too?
WifiMap- to find spots with fast internet in local cafes/restaurants/hotels/wherever in different parts of the world
Revolut- used to have a “travel-oriented” card with my local bank back home. Still was overcharged between 8-12% per transaction outside the EU. Switched to Revolut and can’t recommend it enough- fantastic support (chargeback claims on debit cards sorted in 2 days!) and low fees
Dragonpass/priority pass/lounge access- this is a real blessing if you’re at an airport at least once a month.
Do banks issue multiple cards per account?
In Poland where my bank is, yes :)
hows Vietnam nowadays? i went in 2017, was my favourite place so far ! would love to go back.
Amazing! Second-favorite place for me after Thailand
Da Nang city has now become a great place for Digital Nomal
I have a Satechi 160 w power bank. One figure eight C8 cord in and 4 USBC ports out. The most powerful port runs 100 w which is enough to run my laptop. I have US, EU and UK cords but if I need another one the figure eight standard makes it easy & cheap to get.
Priority pass changed my flight experience so much in a good way. It is a luxurious thing, but it makes it so much better. Before I would have to pick between stress of missing my flight, or not being able to work. With priority pass I just leave 3.5 hours in advance, travel to the airport no stress and then plop down in a lounge and work while eating and drinking something. That is +/- 1.5 to 2.5 hours every flight I can just be productive while having to 'wait'.
In-flight wifi is also on my list, long haul I never travel without anymore. If I am sitting in a metal tube for 10 hours, I might as well take 8 of those hours and be productive while I am flying. The 30 euro for wifi is a no brainer then.
Once you add up the meals, coffees, and free internet access Priority Pass looks more like a good investment than a luxury. I'm kicking myself for the years I traveled without it.
Some credit cards offer it.
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Cannot recommend Revolut enough. I know they have kinda shitty customer service but I use the metal plan and the ability to hold multiple currencies is great.
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If you have Schwab, they fedex my replacement debit card to me while I was in South America
Great calls
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- Charles Schwab debit card (unlimited ATM fee reimbursements)
- U.S. passport card (better than carrying my actual passport or driver's license everywhere)
- backup credit card and debit card
- ARZOPA portable monitor
- laptop stand / monitor stand
- Logitech wireless bluetooth keyboard
- Marchway lightweight packable camping chair (for beach)
- SIM card carrying case
- stuffable day pack
- Xiaomi Redmi 10 smartphone (my burner phone with local SIM card)
- large supply of condoms (must less expensive and better quality in USA)
- Philips Sonicare travel electric toothbrush
- large supply of Gas-X and Pepto Bismol
- extra toothbrushes (for overnight guests)
- Adidas Ultraboosts (or some comfortable shoe for lots of walking)
- sunscreen (touristy beach towns price gouge)
- plastic compression bags for clothes
Because I split my time between the USA and nomading, I find it's easier to own duplicates of everything that I use on a daily basis. Two razors, two computer chargers, two two tubs of hair gel, etc. The items designed for travel just stay in a box at home when not in use. Dramatically reduces the chances that I forget to pack something for the trip.
What brand condoms do you prefer? I find that Durex ribbed in magnum size works pretty well for me.
Power bank.
My macbook and a powerbank is all I need for a whole year trip
- Nintendo Switch
- 13" laptop
luckily i never interested with bigger screen, so i dont need second monitor at all when i'm working
Macbook Air M1 has been a godsend, it was light, quite small and i literally can place it on my lap while working ( the temperature never get too hot)
- 40 litre backpack
dont have suitcase, which is good thing, i tried to put all my stuff with this backpack, so i dont need to buy checked baggage on airport
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wise debit card
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smartphone
dont need additional camera, the phone is good enough to capture the moment
- bunch of clothes, toiletries and thats it
The Air M1 is spot on, it is the exact machine I am also using and traveling with. Every person around me is questioning why I (lead developer) is working on an Air instead of a Pro. But it is more than fast enough and so light that I would never pick the pro.
And the really great part is it's only $750 at Costco. 8 gig 256gb version. Handles video very well.
It's basically the same thing. M1 silicon has been a game changer for me. Low heat, great battery life, just need to consciously avoid Rosetta x86 emulation as that tanks all benefits.
While not quite as compact as the Switch, the Steam Deck is insane for how well it replicates a true pc gaming experience on the go.
I’m m currently carrying a steam deck. It’s awesome!
Passport & condoms, the bread and butter of passport bros
And my aer travel pack is pretty nice (aer pls pay me now)
The Nintendo switch is an underrated item if you're traveling a lot. Great for passing time when you have long layovers and a phenomenal way to make friends with people sitting next to you on planes, busses, or trains. Even better if you can find a place to jailbreak it and download all the available games you want.
I have a steamdeck but I'm thinking of getting a Switch since it's a bit smaller.
New steamdeck is significantly lighter
various bags - laundry bag, tech bag (for cables, chargers etc), tote, cross body, backpack for day excursions
Power Bank
Packing cubes
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- Egyptian cotton bath towel and bed sheet - I need my creature comforts.
- Vacuum bags for packing. -Mosquito repellent!!!!!
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We take an echo dot and a Roku stick with us for entertainment.
Travel router
What is the difference with that and just using your phone as a hotspot?
Most of them aren't even a hotspot (cell connection to wifi). Main features are:
- VPN to make it appear as if you're in another country
- wifi sharing. Let's you use a single WiFi connection for multiple devices. Some hotels and many airlines/cruise ships charge per device and sharing makes all your devices appear as one. Also convenient because you only need to set up the new Wi-Fi on one device (the rest are already configured to your travel router).
- acts as a repeater. Helpful if the wifi only works well on one side of the apartment you're renting
Definitely the benefit with products such as GLI net range is the ability to plug to an ethernet port in say a hotel room. Gives a reliable connection with no need to connect to wi fi network
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17" laptop... So many hours in front of the screen. Bigger has really helped to make it enjoyable.
Backup cell phone
Knife Sharpener https://www.sharpal.com/product/6-in-1-knife-sharpener-survival-tool/
I just carry a good knife instead. I've been to AirBnB that didn't even have a knife..
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Must haves...
- wifi
- power cord adapter
- credit card that allows you to take out cash.
Anything else is either nice to have or completely unnecessary.
Some ideas that aren't going to be as common:
Electronics friendly wet wipes - you will get gunk on your tech
Couple ziploc freezer bags - water proof and water resistant are buzz words when the water apocalypse hits and you're an hour away from shelter
Couple of those moisture sucking packets that come in everything
Bathroom stall and hotel door lock gadget
Golf ball sized portion of Earthquake/Museum putty - doesn't leave residue and is a sanity lifesaver for uneven cafe tables when you're trying to work
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Nomadlist.com is super handy on safe places, and all the knowledge (drinking water, avg airbnb price, avg coffee price, taxi company, etc).
I’m still amazed at seeing people travelling with MacBook chargers
Get a 65-100w gan universal travel adapter, it’s the only charger you will ever need.
Also get a 2m usb c cable plus a 1m extension in case there’s an awkward positioning in a hotel or coffee shop of the mains adapter
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Someone no one had mentioned yet. Bluetooth RGB lights. I always bring a couple 50w RGBW flood lights and a few RGBW light bulbs that can be controlled via Bluetooth without a hub.
Good lighting transforms a place, especially if they have those horrid low CRI white medical white lights.
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