There are endless benefits to travelling light. It is a more hassle free way of travelling that gives you much more flexibility in that you aren't constantly having to find places to securely store your luggage, and you can just hop onto any form of transport. Security is another big one, because you are much less likely to have your things stolen from you if they are on you all the time. You can even save money by not having to tip concierge staff, or pay for storage.
Many worry that packing lightly will mean that you are left in the lurch when you discover you need something that you haven't brought with you. To this I say that it is pleasantly surprising just how little you need when you are travelling, no matter for what purpose. The first thing you need to do is to write a check list. List the things you think you really need, and then go over and over it crossing things off that, on reflection, you can do without. It will come as a surprise how small the list gets.
Once you have decided on what you absolutely need, then you can work on finding lighter alternatives to the things you already have. If you really need to take shampoo with you, then make sure it's a small bottle that only contains the amount you need. Or get eh paperback version of the book you are reading.
One way to make your bag feel lighter, though maybe not make it lighter, is to get a decent bag. If you get a small bag that has lots of compartments then you can more easily access a wider variety of things when you need them. It is vital that the straps evenly distribute the weight across your back.
In this last bit, I will suggest some of those items you really don't need. Firstly, toiletries are not necessary. Most accommodation provides them, and if they do not there are always shops you can buy them from. Also, you can save weight by packing a small amount of clothes, and taking advantage of clothes washing facilities.
Many worry that packing lightly will mean that you are left in the lurch when you discover you need something that you haven't brought with you. To this I say that it is pleasantly surprising just how little you need when you are travelling, no matter for what purpose. The first thing you need to do is to write a check list. List the things you think you really need, and then go over and over it crossing things off that, on reflection, you can do without. It will come as a surprise how small the list gets.
Once you have decided on what you absolutely need, then you can work on finding lighter alternatives to the things you already have. If you really need to take shampoo with you, then make sure it's a small bottle that only contains the amount you need. Or get eh paperback version of the book you are reading.
One way to make your bag feel lighter, though maybe not make it lighter, is to get a decent bag. If you get a small bag that has lots of compartments then you can more easily access a wider variety of things when you need them. It is vital that the straps evenly distribute the weight across your back.
In this last bit, I will suggest some of those items you really don't need. Firstly, toiletries are not necessary. Most accommodation provides them, and if they do not there are always shops you can buy them from. Also, you can save weight by packing a small amount of clothes, and taking advantage of clothes washing facilities.
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