What to pack, and how? There's a lot to consider when packing; especially the type of luggage you'll have. My friend is opting for a backpack, but since I'll be carrying a laptop Kalimba, and other things I'm opting for a rolling suitcase. Not too big, but not too small, with enough empty space/consumables in my bag so I can carry souvenirs home. I'm also packing a collapsible bag inside to double as a second carry-on later.
I'm packing for two months' travel, but six weeks of it will be in one place and it's for yoga, so there are some extra things to take like workout clothes. I am *not* taking my mat and will buy one when I arrive.
I'm packing 7 pr underwear, 7 pr socks, 4 shirts, an extra pair of cargo pants, workout shorts and 2 workout shirts, and 2 sets of thermals because it going to be so cold! And also my toeless toesox yoga socks, which I really like! Rishikesh has pretty temperate weather in February but practicing yoga in 55°F will require some insulation if it's to be done safely.
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| My toiletry kit and laptop are going too! |
Other things I'm taking include peanut butter packs, Clif bars, and a one-person pack of syringes and sutures. I hope I don't have to use the syringe/suture pack, but I am prepared just in case I find myself somewhere without suitable medical instruments.
Rishikesh Yog Peeth encourages us to bring a musical instrument and/or poi, so I'm bringing both! Should be fun! I edit photos a lot, so I'm taking my bulky 17" MacBook Pro, iPad, and iPhone with me. So much tech! Photography equipment will be my Nikon D300s, Lumix LX7, and 3 Nikon lenses in these neat little belt-attachable pouches. That's all going in a mesh backpack that will be my carry-on and also my day pack during my travels.
There's probably something I'll leave out accidentally that I'll need, and something I won't end up needing or using on my journey at all. Time will tell.
I am getting quite excited!
