Baubax Travel Jacket

Backpackers are constantly looking for multifunctional items. This jacket takes the cake. It's got features that I would never even think of, or really need; but I want it. Now. It's got:

• Neck Pillow
• Eye Mask
• Drink Pocket
• Microfiber Cloth
• Eyeglass Pocket
• Ipad Pocket
• Hand Warming Pockets
• Earphone Holders
• Phone Pocket
• Zipper, which is a Stylus and a Pen
• Passport Pocket
• Blanket Pocket
• Gloves
• and a Portable Charger Pocket

Im One Jacket. Thats like one piece of carry-on by itself. And they come in different styles; Sweatshirt, Windbreaker, Bomber and Blazer. I think its all incredible. Can't decide between getting the Sweatshirt or the Bomber.

I think thats all pretty cool and I'm getting one for sure. If you would like one too check out their kickstarter here. Worse case scenario, you have a cool jacket with a lot of odd pockets. So, which jacket are you going to order?

Update July 27 2016: Although the kickstarter has ended you can now purchase the jacket at ebags.com.

Losing Your Bag When Traveling

Your bag being misplaced on vacation may seem like the worse case scenario but you can live through it, without completely ruining your vacation. First of all, some planning before hand is really helpful. If you act as though you could loose your bag at any moment then you are already off to a good start.

1. Pack whatever you have with the bare essentials. For me that's a shirt, underwear and a toothbrush. For some that may be more, for others less, whatever you need to stay clean and happy. Personally as long as I'm still able to brush my teeth I'm pretty happy.

2. Make sure you keep at least a little of your money separate. Always have access to some sort of funds always. I'm never that worried once I know I can purchase whatever I need. Money can't make you happy (apparently) but it's one hell of a consolation prize.

3. Buy travel insurance. Insurance is one of those things you don't need until you need it. But the truth is when you are abroad anything can happen and unlike home you don't have a safety net. Travel insurance won't solve everything but you only really need something to go wrong once and you will never forget to purchase it again. It also helps to have peace of mind.

4. Make sure you are easily accessible to the airline. Them knowing where you are and a local phone number to call is crucial. It makes it possible for some good karma to come your way and possibly get your stuff back. But if you don’t, they aren't going to be able to help you out.

My Holy Travel Three

When I'm traveling there are three things I need more than anything else;

My Wallet

My Passport and

My Cellphone.

Once I have these three, I know I can handle any situation. Lost luggage? Pull out my wallet and buy new clothes. Lost? It's fine, my phone has GPS. Think I'm a terrorist? It's fine, take a look at my passport, I'm friendly.

As bare necessities go, these three are it for me. The ability to buy whatever I need (even on credit), a device that connects me to the rest of the world and proof of who I am, are all I need to feel safe. It might not seem like a lot but every time I do the check and they are all there, it gives me a reason to smile.

Sometimes when you are traveling you don't have a lot of security. You may not know the next place you will eat, where you will sleep or if you can trust the people around you. But with the Holy Travel Three, I know I can handle it.

How about you guys, what things must you have in order to feel safe when traveling?