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I've taken solo trips to 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without

Nicole JordanFeb 16, 2024, 02:05 IST

I've invested in several items, like a water filter and a satellite device, to keep me safe during my travels.Nicole Jordan

  • I've traveled to 40 countries in the past decade and have explored 22 of them on my own.
  • I fit everything I need in a 55-liter backpack, which I can usually bring on planes as a carry-on.
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After traveling to 22 countries on my own, I've mastered my packing routine.

I rarely bring a suitcase or a purse with me on international trips, opting for a backpack instead.Nicole Jordan

I always carry my belongings in a large backpack instead of a suitcase.

Many airlines allow me to bring my backpack on flights as a carry-on.Nicole Jordan
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My most essential items stay in a collapsible daypack that fits inside my backpack.

I can usually hold onto the daypack regardless of whether I have to store or check my large bag.Nicole Jordan

The clothes that make it into my bag are always functional and versatile.

I never bring more than three pairs of shoes in my bag.Nicole Jordan
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Microfiber towels are compact and easy to pack.

The towels absorb liquid really quickly, and they fit easily inside my bag.Shutterstock

My personalized first-aid kit helps me avoid last-minute trips to the pharmacy.

My kit has medicine, scissors, and ointments inside.Nicole Jordan
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My Garmin inReach Mini helps me stay in touch when I'm off the grid.

The Garmin inReach Mini tracks my exact coordinates.Nicole Jordan

Reusable water bottles and water filters are economical and environmentally friendly.

The water filter works around 50 times before I have to recharge it.Nicole Jordan
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After a lot of hesitation, I traded my paperback books for a Kindle.

My Kindle weighs significantly less than the paperback books I used to carry.Nicole Jordan

A battery pack that can charge multiple devices more than once is essential.

This device can charge my phone, camera, and Kindle.Nicole Jordan
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