Nomad Packing List

The International Packing List of a Digital Nomad

(Growing in length)

  1. 3-Outlet Power Strip - This comes in handy for 2+ devices when outlets are few and far between, including on trains

  2. Adapters - Research in advance what adapters you might need in any country or region you’re headed to

  3. Backpack - I try to keep the flying a minimum (I prefer trains), but a backpack comes in handy as a carry-on

  4. Clothes - I keep the clean clothes stacked on top and the dirty clothes stacked at bottom

  5. Dove soap - Avoid harsh hotel and Airbnb soaps that can dry your skin, especially in places where the water quality is not perfect (dry skin and dirty water is not a good combo). Also, bars of Dove are available in most corner shops in the world.

  6. Gloves (wool) - See “Hat (wool)”

  7. Hat (giggle) (The giggle hat is the Australian version of the boonie hat) - Helpful until it’s freezing, at which point it’s wool

  8. Hat (wool) - Goes well with gloves

  9. Honey - This is one food item that doesn’t spoil

  10. Laptop - See “adapters” above; If you’re headed overseas with a US computer (or phone) you’ll need an adapater

  11. Passport - Keep in a safe place, and be sure you have enough space for stamps

  12. Phone - It’s 2.5 years into my global journey and I’m still on my Verizon International Plan, so I suppose it’s worth it?

  13. Power cords - See “adapters” above

  14. Rucksack - This is where it all goes; experience with the Old World’s cobblestone streets will make you a believer

  15. Shoes - A good pair of high-stability running shoes are good to wear on your way out the door, and another pair (of dress shoes) is in plastic at the bottom of my rucksack

  16. Socks - Much like I do with the underwear, I keep the clean socks knotted and stuffed down the sides to make use of room

  17. Swiss Army knife - A versatile tool to have, though note you can’t include knives in your air travel carry-on bag

  18. Underwear - I keep the clean pairs rolled up and tucked vertically down the sides to make the most use of space

  19. Wallet - Keep in a safe place, preferably with US dollars in it