One-Month Minimalist Travel Bag v0.1
Partially inspired by the One Bag community / onebag . Packing one bag massively simplifies travel and fosters a minimalist mindset. This is the exact setup I used when traveling through Europe (Rome to Oslo). This video was filmed around 03:00 AM, so the quality is awful questionable, but I hope it helps fellow travelers!
▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
00:00 Intro & Background (👋)
01:18 Money Stashes (💰)
02:25 Parka, Laptop, Flip Flops (🧥💻🩴)
04:02 Clothes (Pants & Shirts) (👖)
08:00 Clothes (Underwear & Socks) (🧦)
09:55 Wash Bag (🟢)
10:54 Journal & Misc (🗒️)
11:21 Decoy Wallet & Mask (🪪)
12:18 Chargers (⚡️)
13:50 Earplugs, Power Bank, AirPods (👂🔋🎧)
15:27 Day-to-Day Toiletries & Contact Card (🧴💳)
17:30 Day Bag (👜)
18:40 Shower Toiletries (🧽)
19:45 Final Bag (🎒)
20:20 Money Belt & Passport (🔒📕)
21:11 Backup Phone & AirTags (📱📍)
▬ Notes ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Additional Items to Consider
Liquid body wash + quick-dry wash cloth (CRUCIAL) : Bar soap is messy; storing it in a plastic bag isn’t ideal.
Small food container: Light recommendation for leftovers.
Hand sanitizer: Especially useful on public transport.
Wireless Earbuds (AirPods): Portable audio for music, podcasts, or audiobooks on foot.
Regular Earplugs: High-fidelity earplugs are good, but simple foam ones can be better for loud hostel roommates.
Lock: Many hostels don’t provide one.
Separate Toiletries Bag(s): Makes daily items easier to access, keeps everything organized.
Not a physical item : Buy an eSIM or local SIM. Universal eSIM apps often overcharge.
Sleeping mask: Hostels rarely have private pods, and lights can be unpredictable.
Smart Watch: A vibrating alarm helps avoid waking everyone up.
Items to Consider NOT Taking
Towel: Hostels and hotels generally provide one, and packing a damp towel is a hassle.
Misc
Might do a follow-up video on day-bag setup.
My charging cable was underpowered; you’ll likely need more than 10W to charge your phone properly.
My power bank was essential .
I’ve double-checked this footage for personal info I wouldn’t want leaked. If you spot anything, please let me know.
#travel #minimalism #onebag
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