Travel Gear

Hiking up sand dunes in Namibia with the Gonex ultralight backpack, one of the best packable daypacks

The Best Packable Daypack for Travel 2018
These tiny backpacks pack up small to fit inside your luggage on travel days.

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Tortuga Setout review - one of the best carry-on travel backpacks including a comparison of the Setout vs Outbreaker

Tortuga Setout Backpack Review: Everything You Need to Know
Tortuga released a new carry-on backpack and it's even better than previous versions.

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Horse riding on Noordhoek Beach and a True Traveller insurance review

Why True Traveller Insurance is the Best Backpacker Insurance
The most affordable and comprehensive travel insurance we've found.

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A detailed Tieks review, the most comfortable ballet flats for travel.

A Detailed Tieks Review After Four Years of Travel
Are Tieks the perfect travel ballet flats? Read our honest review.

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The best gifts for travellers with a focus on small but useful practical presents.

47 Useful Gift Ideas for Carry-On Travellers
Are you looking for gift ideas for travel lovers? These are ideal for anyone who'd like to pack light.

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Practising with my Yoga Paws in Wilderness, South Africa

Yoga Paws Review: The Best Travel Yoga Mat
There's no need to pack a heavy yoga mat. Take these brilliant, tiny yoga paws instead.

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Tortuga Outbreaker backpack review: a detailed review of the best carry-on backpack

Tortuga Outbreaker Review: Is It The Best Carry-On Backpack in 2018?
A detailed review of Simon's carry-on-sized backpack.

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Carry-on packing list for a ski trip. Based on the one we used for snowboarding in Tignes, France.

The Essential Ski Trip Packing List (Carry-On Only!)
Yes, it is possible to pack for a ski trip in just a carry-on bag! Here's how...

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Erin and Simon with carry on backpacks in Lubrin, Spain

How to Pack for 4 Months in Europe from Summer to Winter (Carry-On Only!)
A carry-on only packing list for men and women for a three-season four-month trip in Europe.

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AeroPress for travel review: why this is the best coffee maker for travel.

AeroPress: The Best Travel Coffee Maker
We think the AeroPress is the best travel coffee maker. It's light, compact, durable, easy to use, and makes the best coffee you've ever tasted. It would also make a great present for a coffee lover.

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Bluffworks review - Bluffs are the best travel trousers for men. They combine the functionality of technical fabrics with a smart look.

Bluffworks Pants Review: The Best Travel Trousers for Men
A detailed review of the best travel trousers for men.

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Ably t-shirt review: how do these odour-resistant t-shirts stand up to a month of travel in Europe

Ably: The Magic T-Shirt That Is Perfect for Travel

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