Packing list & travel gear

Minimalist packing for maximum comfort
- tested on the road

Traveling light means: more freedom, less stress. Whether backpacking, road trip or city break - after more than 50 trips, I know what really belongs in your backpack... and what is better left at home. In this section, you'll find my tried-and-tested packing lists, my top gadgets and honest learnings. No glossy influencer stuff - just gear that works. I promise. 🙌

🧍‍♂️ Clothing (minimum quantity for 5-7 days)

• 4x T-shirts

• 1x long sleeve or flannel

• 2x shorts

• 1x long pants (e.g. trekking / jeans)

• 5x underwear, 5x socks

• 1x sleep shirt

• 1x fleece / light hoodie

• 1x rain jacket or windbreaker

• 1x swimwear

• 1x multifunctional scarf (e.g. Buff)

• Sneakers or trail runners

• Flip-flops / slippers

🛁 Hygiene

• Toothbrush & toothpaste

• Razor, deodorant, mini shampoo (solid soap = game changer!)

• Microfiber towel

• Sun cream, mosquito spray, first-aid kit

• Smartphone & charger

• 3-in-1 cable & power bank

• Universal adapter

• Possibly camera or drone (depending on the trip)

• Noise-canceling headphones

• Passport (digital copy)

• Credit card + emergency backup

• Travel insurance digital + offline

• Vaccination certificate (digital is often sufficient)

• International driver's license

• Packing cube

🔌 Technology & 🧾 Basics