The Changing Nature of My Travel Preparations
Back in my early 20’s…okay, who am I kidding…correction:
Up uptil a few years ago, I would analyze every item that went into my baggage – both checked and carry-on.
Do I have enough clothing combinations?
Do I have enough bright, fun clothes (looks better in pics, right?)
Sunscreen? Face wipes? A few different shades of lipgloss? Hats – baseball cap for low key, but straw for beach?
And what if it starts to rain – definitely needed to pack that umbrella.
On my last trip to Sri Lanka, I realized how much my travel nature has changed:
Neck pillow? Check!
Mostly blacks and grays so everything matches? Check!
Comfy pants? Check!
One pair of my most comfortable shoes? Check!
Hoodie for the plane? Check!
Don’t get me wrong – I’ll still labor over what to pack and what not to pack, except these days, I’m going for as little (and simple) as possible.
The only items I might “splurge” on are my accessories – which I justify because they don’t take up too much room.
And besides – with all the black and gray in my suitcase, I’ve got to add a bit of pop to my outfit somehow!
Hoodie and big sunglasses – essential “gear” for flying
How have your travel habits changed over the past few years?
