To read a post on Jonathan’s travel philosophy, check out Jared Gotlieb’s article on the National Geographic Intelligent Traveler blog: http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2013/10/10/how-to-pack-mindfully
Jonathan’s Packing List
This is what I took on a 21-day trip to Europe, which included time in Paris and Amsterdam, trekking in the Alps and leading a four-day retreat in the Netherlands.
A few details:
* Everything I brought had to fit into one bag
* Merino wool is the perfect travel fabric as it does not pick up odor easily, insulates when wet and dries fast
* These are my favorite clothes and I didn’t miss anything wearing the few things I brought
* Doing laundry is easy when you make it a habit and use the right system (more below)
* As a creative challenge I elected to leave the big camera and lenses at home and shoot and edit photography and video with the iPhone and iPad Pro The Bag: REI Trail 40 I’m a shameless pack geek. This is as satisfying a pack as I’ve ever owned. https://www.rei.com/product/880839/rei-trail-40-pack-mens * Extremely comfortable for my frame.
* Opens fully for easy access
* Comes with it’s own waterproof cover, which I used a lot The Clothes
Outdoor Research Sun Guide Cap https://www.rei.com/product/844695/sunday-afternoons-sun-guide-cap
* Super light weight and the snap on sun shield is actually useful
* Though not as bulky as a larger hat, the bill is a little short for intense sun exposure Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Jacket https://www.rei.com/product/846522/outdoor-research-helium-ii-rain-jacket-mens
* Only 6.4 ounces
* Packs so small there’s no reason not to have it with you all the time
* Get yours large enough to layer bulky stuff underneath REI Rainpants * The ones I was wearing are discontinued, but if I didn’t need extra tall ones, I’d go with the Outdoor Research Helium pants
* New materials are so light it’s easy to take them with you
* It’s luxurious to hike all day in rain and have your legs stay dry - and warm Ibex Shak Hoodie http://shop.ibex.com/merino-wool-clothing/outlet-sale/m-shak-hoodoo-hoody
* Warmth when you need it
* Hood is comfortable
* Thumb holes keep your hands warm
* Sharp-looking enough to wear to a dinner
* Zip allows you to regulate warmth well Ibex Shak Vest http://shop.ibex.com/merino-wool-clothing/mens-vests-jackets/m-shak-vest_2
* One of my favorite pieces of gear
* Great for temperature regulation Ibex W2 Sport Zip http://shop.ibex.com/merino-wool-clothing/mens/w2-l-s-sport-zip
* A big surprise - perfect for sun protection
* Cool by itself but warm when layered
* Long zip for great temperature regulation
* Does not hold odors Ibex Cirrus Polo http://shop.ibex.com/merino-wool-clothing/mens/m-cirrus-polo
* Super lightweight
* Doesn’t wrinkle
* Does not hold odors
* Easily passable for dinner out or teaching Cashmere Sweater
* Weight to warmth ratio is amazing
* Rugged and practical but dressy and presentable
* Expensive, but mine shows no wear after many years of regular use Icebreaker Anatomica Briefs http://www.icebreaker.com/en/mens-underwear/-anatomica-briefs/103031001S.html?gclid=CP6OzrTB2s0CFQyHaQodYXQB0w&gclsrc=aw.ds
* Comfy
* Take ‘em into the shower and wash ‘em, roll ‘em up in a towel and they dry so fast you are can almost wear them right away Prana Zion Pants http://www.prana.com/stretch-zion-pant.html
* Possibly the perfect pants
* Rugged, comfortable, made for movement with gusset crotch
* Still snappy enough to wear for a nice dinner or for teaching Darn Tough Socks http://darntough.com/men/mens-hike-trek/light-hiker-micro-crew-light-cushion
* A life time guarantee for socks?
* Indestructible so far
* Doesn’t hold odors Unshoes Pah Tempe Sandals http://www.unshoesusa.com/Pah-Tempe_p_17.html
* Minimal sandal with no elevated heel
* Dries fast
* Sticky soles for great hiking Vivobarefoot Gobi Shoes http://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/mens/gobi-ii-leather-mens
* I wear these hiking, trekking, to teach class, perform weddings and probably to my own funeral
* I treat mine with sno-seal and they are passably waterproof Scrubba Wash Bag
* Ingeniously-designed bag makes washing your clothes quite fast. About three or four minutes.
* Doubles as a waterproof bag for stuff that has to stay dry on the trail Technology iPad Pro iPhone 6s+
Moment Lens https://momentlens.co
* High-quality glass lenses for the iPhone
* Get extra lens caps
* If you were to get one, get the wide angle Reticam Tripod Mount http://reticam.com/product/smartphone-tripod-mount-with-conversion-kit.php
* Solid and dependable tripod mount Ultra-Pod II tripod http://industrialrev.com/ultrapod-ii.html
* Lightweight tripod and camera holder Peak Design Camera Strap https://www.peakdesign.com/product/straps
* Keeps your camera at the ready
* Quick to adjust and remove Photive Multi Charger https://havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer/photive-5-port-25w-usb-charger-review
* Quick, fast, easy charging for multiple devices
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