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Carry-on travel doesn't have to be difficult. Follow these 10 easy steps and pack light for your next trip.

Carry-On Travel: 10 Easy Steps To Avoid Checking Luggage

Follow these steps to make packing light easy.

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24 January, 2024
How to pack packing cubes for carry-on only travel

How to Use Packing Cubes to Save Space

Learn how to use packing cubes to save space and which ones we recommend.

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11 June, 2023
Minimalist running shoes for travel - Orvieto Italy

My Experiment with Minimalist Running Shoes for Travel

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4 February, 2016
Screenshot of four Apple Watch faces

Travelling with the Apple Watch

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28 October, 2015
Away Bigger Carry On and Everywhere Bag - a guide to airline carry on luggage size

Airline Carry On Luggage Size and Weight Limits: A Detailed Guide

Answering all your questions about airline carry on luggage size and weight limits.

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22 December, 2023
Carry on only packing list for cold weather

The Best Packing List for Cold Weather: How to Pack Light for Winter Travel

Tips for packing light for winter travel and our packing list for Finland.

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30 August, 2023
A carry on travel packing list

The Best Carry-On Backpack for Digital Nomads

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24 November, 2014
Buying local SIM cards overseas

A Digital Nomad’s Guide to Buying Local SIM Cards Around the World

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25 August, 2014
Screenshots of Trail Wallet, Pro HDR and Day One

The 21 Best iPhone Apps for Digital Nomads

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9 January, 2014
Simon's digital nomad office in Brazil

33 Useful Resources for Digital Nomads

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13 September, 2011
Ipod Touch: A guidebook in your pocket

Digital Guidebooks: Can They Really Replace Paper Books?

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2 June, 2011
Simon reading the Kindle in the sun

The Kindle for Travellers: A Review

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15 February, 2011