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Travel, Backpacking, & Weekend Getaways
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items Yes… travelling and backpacking are two different things lol. But here's some of my favourite places to get away (both long and short, near and far) and the must-haves to bring along. Whether you're bringing your Louis Vuitton suitcase or your MEC ba...
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Backpacking Central America
Lake Weekend!
Camping Essentials
Backpacking Central America
My partner and I spent a couple months adventuring through Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Guatemala!
Went backpacking Central America with this baby. Strong, comfortable, and the colour is beautiful!
MEC Vista 70L Backpack - Women's
Just SO cute and fun, I get so many compliments (and they're excellent quality)! And perfect for outings when you only need essentials.
Cotopaxi Hip Packs
Soft, dries very fast, love the little bag it comes with! So cute.
Dock & Bay - Eco-friendly Travel Towels
I have the XXL size and that's me in the photo with it, I'm 5'3 for reference. My partner is 6'3 and he uses it comfortably as well.
These were essential for travel. Many hostels didn't have towels so this was our shower towel, our beach blanket/towel, and in a pinch works as a light blanket.
We now have them in our gym bag and they dry SO fast✅ and don't smell like mildew after✅
***Do yourself a favour and get the breathable mesh bag (also linked in this section).
These were essential for travel. Many hostels didn't have towels so this was our shower towel, our beach blanket/towel, and in a pinch works as a light blanket.
We now have them in our gym bag and they dry SO fast✅ and don't smell like mildew after✅
***Do yourself a favour and get the breathable mesh bag (also linked in this section).
MEC Compact Towel
This is the mesh bag I use for my MEC travel towel. It's a 3L and eassssily fits my XXL towel.
Mesh allows the towel to dry and breathe (so no stink)!
Mesh allows the towel to dry and breathe (so no stink)!
MEC Pack Rat Mesh Stuff Sack | MEC
I bought them in black and wished I bought two for travelling. I wore them as often as I possibly could (between unfrequent travel laundry days lol).
They are so comfy, stay in place, and I love the option of different lengths.
They are so comfy, stay in place, and I love the option of different lengths.
Sunzel Biker Shorts- High Waisted w/ Pockets
Excellent for hiking a volcano!! Lol, or walking/hiking around.
They feel soft and cozy but are also durable, keep feet dry, stay in place, and I'm a big fan of the fun colours.
They feel soft and cozy but are also durable, keep feet dry, stay in place, and I'm a big fan of the fun colours.
5 Pack Women's Cushioned Hiking Running Socks
I had a lot of anxiety sleeping in hostels (especially after long travel days) and these saved me.
The fact they double as headphones and a sleep mask is 🙌 🙌
The fact they double as headphones and a sleep mask is 🙌 🙌
Sleep Headphones with Speakers
This saved my shoulders after a wicked sun burn lol. The last thing I wanted to do in the Costa Rican heat was put a long sleeved shirt on, but this one legitimately keeps you cool and UV protected from the sun.
The fabric is also so nice and smooth, it doesn't hurt rubbing against a burn.
I got it in the A12 Blue Grey. Pretty colour.
The fabric is also so nice and smooth, it doesn't hurt rubbing against a burn.
I got it in the A12 Blue Grey. Pretty colour.
Boladeci Women's UPF 50+ UV Protection Sun Shirt
My other sports bras were left practically unworn during our travels due to this one!
It's super comfy and it is cropped, however if I wear it with high-waisted leggings it meets them so it's not super cropped lol.
As long as you're okay with a bit of cleavage, it works as a top!
It's super comfy and it is cropped, however if I wear it with high-waisted leggings it meets them so it's not super cropped lol.
As long as you're okay with a bit of cleavage, it works as a top!
Wjustforu Women Sports Bra/Top
I have this one on my lists twice because it is the HOLY GRAIL🥇
I definitely wasn't about to bring my whole skincare routine backpacking, so having this to dose my face in constantly (supports against invaders, irritations, and inflammation) was amazing.
You can also use it on new tattoos (it's all natural ingredients)!
I definitely wasn't about to bring my whole skincare routine backpacking, so having this to dose my face in constantly (supports against invaders, irritations, and inflammation) was amazing.
You can also use it on new tattoos (it's all natural ingredients)!
e11ement - Hypochlorous Face Spray
No exploding toothpaste tubes!!
Pop one in your mouth, chew, brush when it starts to foam! These left my breath feeling fresh and teeth feeling super clean. So much easier than toothpaste for travelling.
Pop one in your mouth, chew, brush when it starts to foam! These left my breath feeling fresh and teeth feeling super clean. So much easier than toothpaste for travelling.
SuperBee Dentos Toothpaste Tablets
The less liquids the better when travelling! No exploding shampoo/conditioner bottles all over your clothing.
These both smell HEAVENLY and honestly worked pretty dang well (and my hair is veryyyy dry and I'm super picky with my shampoo/conditioner).
These both smell HEAVENLY and honestly worked pretty dang well (and my hair is veryyyy dry and I'm super picky with my shampoo/conditioner).
MVMT Shampoo & Conditioner Bar Set
Lake Weekend!
Lake, Cabin, Cottage, Camp…whatever you call it! Here's a list of essentials from a girl who's been doing lake weekends for about 30 years!
Hands free, cooler full! Love the sleek design. Holds 12 cans and has a zipper pocket in the back for your phone or bottle opener. LOVE the different colour choices.
Eola Bucket Cooler Bag
My favourite!!! Keeps drinks cold for literally days. And find me a cuter cooler….I dare you.
Chillpod
Gotta love the classic stemless. I use mine for coffee (hot and cold), non-alch beer, wine, mocktails. They have so many different collections now… Harry Potter, Avengers, etc.
Insulated Wine Tumblers & Flute Glasses For Outdoors
I could lay on these on the lake alllll damn day!
HeySplash Pool Floats Lounger
Camping Essentials
We're talking tenting and everything that comes with it! (Or a RV trailer if you're lucky like that)
Game changer!!! Always smart to have this as a backup, in case drinking water may be an issue, or if you do back country hiking.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Don't rely on campsites to have picnic tables. Bring your own! I love this set up. We play cards or have morning coffee and breakfast. And all folds up really compactly!
4 Piece Portable Camping Set
The tent my partner and I use when it's just the two of us! I always feel very safe, secure, and dry in this one. It's also lasted many years without rips or too much wear and tear!
PEAK1™ 2-Person Backpacking Tent
If you have a bigger group camping together, this is the tent you want. Comes with a room divider you can choose to set up or not, and it has dark room technology, so you can sleep in!
Coleman® Skydome Darkroom 10 Person Tent