Comments on: 18 Essential Items for a Trip Around The World

By: Terrin Haley

Terrin Haley — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:01:52 +0000

My honeymoon 30 years ago was an around-the-world backpacking trip. We had all the items you mentioned in your excellent list. I would add some essential medical stuff: Neosporin, Loperamide (Immodium), tea tree oil. I also recommend taking a prescribed antibiotic, such as Cipro or a Z-Pac and learn what symptoms indicate you do need a broad spectrum or other antibiotic.

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By: joyjoy

joyjoy — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:32:59 +0000

I agree about that Swiss Army knife comment above. I had to give up my super-handy credit-card-shaped Swiss Army knife/scissors/tweezers/screwdriver kit at the airport, so decided that if I travel again with no check-through I will just buy a knife at my destination and then give it away before I come home.

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By: krizd

krizd — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:31:26 +0000

Swiss Army Knife NOT!!!
Well not in China,or else they will take it at the airport.

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By: William Wallace

William Wallace — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:59:29 +0000

One thing that is more important than everything you mentioned on your list, is to have plenty of money on your bank cards. Travelling without money is such a bore and fun killer. Also never go anywhere without condoms, you never know when you are going to get lucky.

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By: Courtney C.

Courtney C. — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:09:53 +0000

Awesome list… as I traveled around the world last spring, a lot of these items were necessary. I would recommend a few other items:
Chapstick (carmax), lock for your bag, scarf (to use for warmth & to cover yourself up in strict countries) and some form to write about your travels.
I spent 4 months traveling the world, as a young college girl, and I never once felt the need for a cell phone. I wouldn’t recommend bringing a cel phone because I think it takes away from your traveling experiences AND it is a total hassle!

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By: Legal Nomads

Legal Nomads — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:05:56 +0000

Great list, but I haven’t used a cap once (I did, however, use a neoprene running hat for cold weather) and I second SoulTravelers3 about the headlamp. My Petzl has gotten more use than I ever thought possible, and it’s at the top of the “must pack” list for my 18 month RTW. Thanks for posting!

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By: Michela

Michela — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:21:39 +0000

Thanks for sharing these useful tips. I like the idea of the buff bandanna. One item I always take with me is a silk sarong and lavanda oil: a few drops of it on the pillow is a great help with falling asleep.

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By: Clark

Clark — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:16:28 +0000

I disagree with not being able to find quality gear in Asia. It’s the same gear you buy in the States without the illusion of an over-priced brand name.

I find an iPod touch pretty indispensable. I can write all my email off-line and when I eventually find an open wifi access point I can send them all at once.

One other item I take everywhere is a Buff bandanna. I use it to catch sweat, as a cloth, a hat, scarf, sun guard and dust screen.

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By: Jeff Brandt

Jeff Brandt — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:22:49 +0000

Sorry I did it twice, I did not mean to SPAM Need more coffee on the Oregon coast.

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