Confessions of a serial tight arse
Packing essentials, what not to pack and some tips on how best to fit it all in…
A few years ago I received a couple of Eagle Creek packing cubes for Christmas. Since then I’ve found them indispensable packing essentials. Packing cubes are great for keeping your bag tidy and organised, a bit like having your things in drawers. I separate my clothes so that I have tops in one, bottoms in another, running…
One of the hardest parts of tight-arse travel is how to do laundry. Washing your clothes can cost you the same amount as having a good lunch in a café these days. If you are travelling on a budget you don’t want to waste money on laundry when that cash can go to much more…
Things I will never travel without. These are the first things that go into my bag, every time without question. – a good set of ear plugs – eye mask – the scrubba washbag – bungee travel clothes line – diva cup (ladies… this is for you) – swimming costume… even in winter, you never…
There are in my opinion three essential items that you should always pack if you are going to be staying in dormitory accommodation. In fact it’s a good idea to pack these anyway as they will definitely come in handy on flights, long train rides and bus trips.
Most women find it hard to leave the make up behind, but it really does take up a lot of space in your bag, plus there is the potential of big leakages throughout your luggage and the issue of liquid limitations with carry on bags on flights. Here are a few suggestions for cutting back…
Ok so maybe a lot of girls won’t do without it, but truly, if you can bring yourself to ditch the make up it is going to save you a lot of valuable bag space. Personally I haven’t worn make up for 3 years (as at 2014).