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4 Secrets To Pack Light Like A Pro Traveling

can be fun, but carrying heavy backpacks and luggage isn’t.

Carrying a lot of items whenever traveling is very inconvenient as you’ll have to keep track of all your valuables and look for ways on how you can stay comfortable as you’re bringing all of these. In worse cases, heavy backpacks and luggage can cause body pain, preventing you from enjoying your trip.

For you to make the most out of your upcoming trips, make sure that you pack light. This strategy allows you to bring all of your essentials without compromising your comfort and excitement when traveling. Regardless if you’re traveling with movers near Manhattan to change your residence or travel for fun, knowing how to pack light is always a necessity.

Here are some of the secrets to packing light:

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“Just In Case” It’s common for individuals to bring a lot of items when traveling because they don’t want to be unprepared for whatever will happen during their trip. Instead of bringing sets of clothes, they would rather bring several pairs of pants and tops, and then decide what to wear the moment they arrive at their destination.

One of the easiest ways to pack light is to only bring your must-haves. This means that you should bring the clothes you wear on the average day, not all of the pieces from your cabinet for every possible situation.

Pack For A Week If you’re going to travel for months, make sure that you only pack items that will last for a week. Bringing clothes that will last for a month will usually require you to bring a lot of baggage, which can result in higher expenses and a lot of stress.

Visualize what you usually wear for a week and only include these items when packing. If you run out of clothes when traveling, you can always do your laundry.

The same notion is also true when moving to a new area. Regardless if you’re going to hire moving companies, you will still need time to unpack all of your moving boxes and transform your house into a home.

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Packing a week’s worth of clothes will allow you to easily accomplish these tasks without having the need to open random moving boxes just to find out where your clothes are.

Pack Layers Traveling during the cold weather can make the experience more memorable.

This is especially true if you’re doing it with your friends and family. But instead of bringing bulky jackets and coats for your trip, it’s best if you pack layers.

Packing multiple thin layers of clothing will take up less space in your luggage and provide more flexibility in your outfit choices. Bringing thin layers of clothing makes it easier for you to adapt to any weather changes.

Use A Packing List After deciding that you’re going to travel, you’ll usually go through your closet and assess which among your clothing pieces should be brought to your trip.

However, if you want to pack light, you should stop doing this practice and use a packing list instead.

Going through your things without having any idea what to bring will tempt you to bring items that you don’t actually need. Having a packing list, on the other hand, will make it easier for you to pack light as you’ll know what you should and shouldn’t bring.

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After booking your flights and accommodation, sit down and spend time determining what items do you actually need. Consider how long you are going to travel, what activities you will do when traveling and what the weather is like in your destination.

Use this list when packing, and regardless of how tempting it is to bring your new fur coat, if it’s not included in the list, leave it home.

Practice M a k e s Perfect Traveling will require you to spend days outside your home, but this doesn’t mean that you should bring almost all of your valuables just to experience the same level of comfort. Aside from causing stress and inconvenience, bring too many items can also result in bigger expenses.

Make sure that all of your upcoming trips will become memorable by knowing how to pack light. This strategy might be unusual for you, but by practicing a lot of patience and using the right articles as your guide, it won’t be long before you can pack light like a pro!

By Guest Contributor _______________________________________________________________

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Hiking Clothes: 8 Essential Clothing You Should Have in Your Closet Hiking might seem like a hobby initially, but that doesn't exempt you from buying the right gears. This includes essential hiking clothes.

On that note, we have listed down eight hiking clothes that you should have in your closet:

Short and long-sleeve shirts When it comes to basic hiking clothes, it is imperative to a couple of shorts and long-sleeve shirts. You can layer these clothes when it is cold and wear as is during a summer hike.

The long-sleeve shirt is a great way to protect yourself from the sun's heat, as long as it is not thick. However, long-sleeve shirts are better for hiking during the colder season.

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Stick to a zip-neck long-sleeve shirt that is not too loose. That way, it sticks to your body well.

When it comes to short-sleeve shirts, these are better for warmer climates.

However, it does depend on your preferences. Some people will wear sleeveless shirts if it’s unusually hot. But if you’re wearing a backpack, the straps of the bag might rub your shoulders too much.

Having a short-sleeved shirt, on the other hand, can prevent that from happening.

Hiking Pants Hiking pants are a great pair of pants that you can change into shorts or pants whenever you need to. Aside from that, they’re not bulky like jeans, and they’re usually breathable if you get them from a trusted brand. You won’t have to worry about the lack of comfort because hiking pants keep the satisfaction of hikers in mind.

You’ll be able to move around with a reliable pair of hiking pants. It can also protect you from the external elements well.

Rain Pants Another pair of pants that you might want to consider would be rain pants. If you’re going for a hike during a rainy or snowy season, you must be wearing a pair of rain pants.

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If you don’t think you’re going to be hiking in places that experience a lot of rain but still want rain pants, you should get a lightweight one.

Rain Jacket A crucial staple clothing that you should bring with you when you’re hiking is a rain jacket. The crux of your hiking outfit should be a high-quality rain jacket.

This will allow you to maneuver around during your hike without the rain hindering your movement.

There is one quality that your rain jacket should have no matter what. Whether you’re getting a thick or a thin rain jacket, you should want to have a waterproof rain jacket. A water-resistant is not as good as a waterproof rain jacket.

Aside from that, you should have a breathable rain jacket. That way, you can wear it even when you hike in hotter weather than you thought.

Also, try to avoid rain jackets that are too bulky, so it’s not difficult to bring with you. At most, your rain jacket should be the size of your average water bottle when you roll it. There’s nothing worse than hiking under the pouring rain without some sort of protection.

Down Jacket If you’re hiking in colder climates, it would be remiss if you don’t bring a down jacket. Down jackets (or synthetic jackets) can be more expensive than some jackets, but that’s because high-quality ones do their jobs well.

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They can keep warm air inside the jacket, so you don’t get cold when you’re out and hiking in colder climates. It will also be a good idea to have a down jacket with a hood to keep your ears warm.

Fleece Jacket Speaking of hiking clothes when in colder weather, you should replace your cotton jacket with a fleece jacket.

Here's the thing: Cotton loses its insulating abilities when wet. Although it dries quickly, cotton can also be warm for your body. If you ever feel like it’s going to rain in your hiking destination, but you’re not sure, then wearing a fleece jacket is the way to go.

Wool Socks Wool socks are excellent socks that are better for your feet in two significant ways. First off, they can provide a soft barrier between your feet and the constant friction with your hiking boots.

Second, they help control the temperature in your shoes. You should get yourself wool socks that go above your boots so your feet get protection.

Hats Your hat of choice will depend on the season or weather when you go on that hike.

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If it’s sunny, you need, at least, a cap with a rim, so you don’t suffer under the bright gaze of the sun. For winter hiking, you need to wear a beanie that fits you so it can stay on your head.

Over to You When you have the eight essential hiking clothes listed on this post, consider your wardrobe all set.

These pieces of clothing can get you anywhere and are the heart of any right hiking outfit. Therefore, make sure that you keep these in your closet, so you’re ready for anything.

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How to Transition Summer Wardrobe to Fall Is it really the time to talk about how summer is slowly ending and that it’s time to embrace the colors of the fall? Even though we are beyond ourselves with grief at how fast this summer has passed, we are also quite looking forward to everything the new season has to bring. Brace yourself for the season of yellow, orange, brown and red, the season of hot cocoa and of carved pumpkins. However, before we get to those things, there is one thing we need to do, and that is to transition our summer wardrobe to fall. If you have no idea what we are talking about, or if you do but you don’t know how to achieve it, take a look. It is not a difficult task, it can be quite fun and after all, it is something that we all need.

Work on your colors So, summer and fall are not only seasons that differ in temperatures. They also differ in the colors that are dominant outside, and this is what you should bear in mind as well.

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The bright-colored and neon clothes that you own should be put in the wardrobe or locked away until next spring – so if you own such pieces, make sure to store them someplace safe as you will need them next year. For fall, opt for earthy tones, such as brown, olive green, beige or khaki. You can also add a dash of navy blue and orange, but make sure that your core color is a pastel one.

Keep your dresses Summer is all about dresses, and we get to wear them anytime, any day. Now, you might think that returning your dresses in the closet is the right thing to do for fall, but don’t do that just yet. There are examples of amazing maxi dresses that you can rock in fall as well, especially if you add something longsleeved to the combination, such as a cardigan, kimono, or even a leather jacket. This all depends on you as you can make plenty of new outfits with just adding something new to the mix.

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interesting Fall is also a great time to make your outfit more interesting and to play with patterns, colors and textures. It is also amazing how you can wear tights and combine them with summer clothes that you are not ready to say goodbye to yet. Tights can be very cheap and the good thing is that they will help you wear your summer skirts and dresses longer. However, bear in mind that the color of your tights is very important.

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Since it is fall, it would be good to either opt for brown or dark brown, or dark grey and black (which is probably the best option).

Think of layering We love layered looks, and this is perhaps one of the best things about fall fashion. These are completely functional, and you get to go totally crazy with them. It doesn’t matter how many layers you have, you still have the possibility of showing each and every one, so it’s like Heaven for fashionistas.

Remember the rule though: you always layer longer over lean.

Get yourself nice boots What screams “fall” more than a pair of good boots? These make every single outfit combination warmer and much more functional and interesting. Get yourself a pair of high-quality boots that you will rock this season, and combine them with all of your fall outfits without any problem. There are, of course, some lower-cost boots options, but if you want to make the best of it, choose a pair that is high-quality as it will really show and you will be wearing them for a long time.

After this article, we are probably more excited about the arrival of fall, aren’t we? Anyhow, make sure to lock away all those summer clothes that are inappropriate for fall, but you can always leave ones that are in earth tones as you will be able to reuse them during the rainy and chilly days of fall as well.

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7 Epic Retreat Destinations for Maximum Zen Reaching a state of relaxation is not something easily achievable in this day and age. This is because you usually don’t have enough time to focus on yourself and reaching high levels of spirituality. In the chaos that is the life of a modern man, it’s important to reconnect with ourselves and regain our centre, though. Thankfully, retreat destinations exist and they are the ideal solution to the above-described issue. There’s nothing stopping you from having your next grand adventure somewhere out there, in a new, exotic, and exciting environment.

A spiritual journey to Kauai To get more in tune with the wilderness, and experience the world in all its naked beauty, you should visit Kauai, Hawaii. Not only is the nature mesmerizing and perfect for daily mindful walks, but the ocean is right there brisk, crystal clear, and ready for you.

There’s no better way to reach maximum Zen than by reconnecting with nature itself first. After all, we are an irreplaceable part of nature, no matter how much we steer away from it.

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A healing trip to Oaxaca If the stress and troubles of daily life have gotten to you, and you’re in desperate need of some healing, Oaxaca, Mexico is the right place for you. It offers peace to each and every visitor.

The ideal time of year to visit it is winter because you’ll get to escape the depressing atmosphere winter inevitably brings with it. Instead, you’ll enjoy the sand on the beaches which is soft and gentle, allowing you to freely enjoy every moment.

Bond with the sea-life in the Maldives Thaa Atoll in the Maldives is full of amazing sea-life that’s welcoming to every visitor. As well as being a great diving destination, it also offers plenty of opportunities to do Yoga. There’s no better way of reaching the Zen state than by engaging both the body and the mind. Yoga and diving are, therefore, the perfect combo.

A journey of the mind and body to Koh Tao Another Yoga destination is in Koh Tao, Thailand. Where better to learn the ancient ways of relaxation and Zen than at the core? On top of that, the scenery you’ll be surrounded by will disperse every worry left in your head.

Being at peace with ourselves starts with being one with our environment and it’s easier to do that in a new setting.

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Mazunte, Oaxaca

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Sea Adventure in Port Douglas The ocean calls to anyone who will listen and the best place to answer that call might just be Port Douglas, Australia. Here’s you’ll get the amazing opportunity to dive in one of its amazing diving spots on the Great Barrier Reef.

Because it is a diver’s paradise, there are many tours that take you to the heart of the ocean and let you explore the Reef. All you need is a positive attitude, as everything else is included - from delicious food to high-quality diving equipment.

Find yourself in St. Lucia The Caribbean is a great place to start finding yourself at. This is particularly true in St. Lucia as you’ll be able to dive in places you’ve never imagined before. You’ll be swimming and diving through history as you explore the shipwrecks buried in the ocean. On that path of history, you’ll realize you found yourself somewhere along the way. That’s the true magic St. Lucia possesses.

Recharge your chakra at Lake Titicaca The most spiritual of journeys lead right to Lake Titicaca, Peru. It’s the ideal place to rest and recharge your chakra as it is often referred to as the second chakra of the Earth.

There’s no way you won’t feel the Zen flowing through you with every step you take.

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By the end of your holiday, you’ll be completely recharged and inspired. The only side effect visiting Lake Titicaca has is the radiance it awakens in you.

Lake Titicaca

As you can see, there’s more than one destination that offers sanctuary to any soul that needs it. Visiting these destinations will remind you that you’re the only one in control of yourself and your life - not your boss, your family, or your friends. It’ll help you be more relaxed and Zen, and it will equip you to deal with the troubles of daily life. You’ll come back home a brand new person - calm, happy, and healthy. Simply put, you’re bound to be at peace with yourself after a journey like this.

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