Your Guide to Smarter Travel
The definitive travel gear resource for frequent fliers, commuters, and everyone in between.
Gear Reviews
review | Published on October 31, 2025
The Olight Oclip Ultra Clip-On EDC Light is versatile thanks to features like spotlight, flood, and UV light settings, brightness levels, a clip, and a magnet.
review | Published on October 30, 2025
The NOMATIC Method Luggage Carry-On's expandable capacity and liner-free interior make packing easy. Securing the compression panel? That’s more difficult.
review | Published on October 29, 2025
The Allett Daily Mini Sling looks sleek, has enough space for everything you’d normally put in your pockets, and is durable enough for travel and daily use.
review | Published on October 27, 2025
The Tortuga Daily Carry Pro is structured, durable, and deceptively spacious, blending everyday functionality with weekend-ready capacity in one clean package.
review | Published on October 24, 2025
The Topo Designs Commuter Backpack has subtle interior organization and is comfortable for short commutes, though the padding isn’t well-suited for long trips.
review | Published on October 23, 2025
The Aer Simple Kit doesn’t have a specific use case, but high-quality materials and packability make it a versatile companion for any extras inside your pack.
review | Published on October 22, 2025
The flexible sides of the Bellroy Laneway Crescent Bag 2.5L allow you to pack quite a lot inside, though organization is minimal and it's a bit shiny.
review | Published on October 21, 2025
Pack Hacker and Matador teamed up to create the ultimate packable backpack for one-bag travelers who need more features than traditional packable bags offer.
review | Published on October 20, 2025
The KITSCH Black and Ivory Travel Bottles Set is a near-complete kit with pump bottles and canisters, but its tiny tools aren't as helpful as we hoped.
Guides
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The best travel backpack is unique for each person. We break down how to choose your perfect one bag carry-on into 5 easy sections and suggest our top picks.
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In this travel sling bag guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to find the best sling bag that will work for you. We cover it all.
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We’ve compiled a list of the best personal item bags for your next trip, no matter where you’re going, what you’re bringing, your style, and your budget.
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We’ve tested thousands of pieces of gear to compile this list of the best backpack brands to help you find the perfect match for your next trip.
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Keeping your gear safe is imperative on any trip. This post will help you find the best waterproof backpack for you, regardless of the destination.
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An anti-theft bag ensures your gear stays with you and your trips run smoothly. In this list, we explore anti-theft backpacks, slings, and totes.
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From rugged, medieval roads to smooth airport walkways, the best luggage for international travel will depend on where you’re going. This list covers it all!
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Discover the best lightweight travel backpacks—perfect for strict airline weight restrictions and reducing back strain, with features you need for any trip.
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Finding the best packable daypack depends on what you’re expecting it to do. From trips to the market to day-long hikes, this list has something for everyone!
Packing Lists
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Everything you need to travel the world indefinitely while working remotely. Small, lightweight tech and clothing that’s ready for work meetings or adventures.
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This Vacation Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of a week-long trip.
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The ultimate packing list including all of the road trip essentials you need to travel by car. We cover it all: men’s and women’s focused items from bags, to clothing and toiletries, to cooking supplies, and more.
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This Hostel Essentials Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of your next hostel stay.
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Our Budget Packing List is full of the best inexpensive travel gear we could find. Everything you need to travel the world, without those hefty pricetags.
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Travel isn’t inherently sustainable, so offset your adventures by choosing these sustainable, durable, and ethical products to replace your gear over time.
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The Blog
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