Natalia Lusinski The author, Natalia Lusinski, packs 12 key items in her carry-on during her travels.
- I've been working and traveling abroad for more than two years.
- I only pack a carry-on bag, and I bring 12 key items that make my travels easier.
- Items like instant coffee, duct tape, and giant Ziploc bags have made my travel experiences easier.
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When preparing for a trip, every inch of luggage space is precious.
And if you're permanently traveling like I am, it's even more important to pack smart.
For more than two years, I've been traveling and working as a remote journalist, living as a digital nomad. My travels have taken me everywhere from the Swiss Alps and the Balkans to Australia.
Along the way, I quickly learned that the more items I carried, the bigger the burden.
I eventually decided traveling with just a carry-on was best. That means I have to think carefully about which items make the cut and which ones I need to leave behind.
So what's in my bag? Read on to see 12 items that I pack in my carry-on everywhere I travel.