So this is a post I have thought about writing for a while, and the challenge seemed like the perfect opportunity to get it out there!
Like so many people I am guilty of overpacking when I set off on an adventure! So I thought I would share some of the things that I pack again and again when I really shouldn’t bother!
- My hair straighteners. My problem is that my fringe tends to curl, but despite carrying them across the world I rarely actually use them!
- Makeup. Okay so I don’t normally carry a full face (airport rules wouldn’t allow it!) but I normally take mascara and lipsticks. LipstickS. The only reason I need to take multiple is because I’m indecisive!
- Spare shoes. I always convince myself that I might need a spare pair of shoes and since I only go away for a few days at a time, the truth is I never do! Also, why do I always pack so many pairs of socks?
- A notebook. When I was younger I would write holiday diaries, but unfortunately this habit is one I lost somewhere along the way. I know I won’t write a diary, so what else do I think I’m going to write?!
- Multiple cameras. I’m a cameraholic and I often adventure with at least 3 devices that are capable of taking photographs. There is really no need, but I just can’t help myself!
What do you always pack and never use? Let me know in the comments below!
Kirsty Through The Looking Glass 
Totally agree with the make up and spare shoes 🙂
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I’m a guy with a really short buzz cut, so the first two on the list aren’t things I take. But the other stuff – especially overdoing it on the camera gear – is totally me! Great post.
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It is so easy to get carried away with the cameras! What if something happens? How many batteries do I need? What if there is a moment where it would be PERFECT for film/that lense/etc. It’s crazy!
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i will always bring out the notebook with me , when i was younger i like to write a lot but after that lazy but i still will keep one book with me . just in case something i need to write it down 🙂
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I doubt I will ever stop carrying a notebook, but it is definitely which just takes up space/weight in my case “just in case”.
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i can’t , my notebook is definitely heavy all i have is just a book .
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This made me laugh. I bring a flat iron when we travel and reminder to self: leave it at home.
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