Packing for Vietnam
Tomorrow I’ll be leaving for Vietnam for a few days with two of my friends, if you want to see a bit of everything in Asia, holidays to Vietnam are a great overall option. One of them recently had a baby and doesn’t want to be away from her for too long which is totally understandable, but we try to travel to a nice city every year, last year we went to Atlanta and even got a guide the best places to visit, and this year we chose Munich in Germany. I’m just happy we are able to continue our tradition. We’ll be staying in Ediger Eller, a small town that lies on the river Moselle, for some well-deserved peace and quiet. I’m looking forward to long walks, medieval architecture and practicing my German (Entschuldigen Sie mich, wo kann ich die Toilette finden?)
But before I’m off, the big question is: what to pack? I’m no stranger to lists. On the contrary, I love them and couldn’t imagine life without them. I use lists for work, to plan my wardrobe, for grocery shopping and of course the occasional trip. One of my favourite packing lists is Joan Didion’s from her 1979 book of essays The White Album. I love how simple and succinct it is. Several years ago I created my own version of the aforementioned list with a few alterations as I don’t drink or smoke for instance. And whereas Joan kept her list taped inside her closet, I keep mine as a permanent note on my phone. Now, even though we’re travelling by car and we won’t have to carry our luggage anywhere, I still prefer to pack as light as possible with just the right amount of everything. Sure, in the back of your mind you’re always wondering: what if? But it seems as though the weather will be relatively steady (26-32 degrees celcius) the upcoming days and I should be well prepared with the following items:
1 Longchamp Le Pliage bag *
1 straw hat
1 pair of sunglasses
1 pair of sandals *
1 pair of decent walking shoes
Everything marked * will be what I’ll be wearing when we’re leaving. I’m sticking to a neutral color palette so that everything goes together (white, black, grey and brown). The Longchamp bag will be my travel bag. Once I unpack, I will be able to use it during the day. I’m not going to bring a coat as the sweater should be enough for the evenings. Oh and please note that I’m also bringing underwear, my camera, toiletries and my favourite on-the-road music.
What about you? Do you also have a travel/packing list?
I do, I like to use the Wunderlist app. I have lists for everything there; ideas for Christmas presents, my own wish-list and of course a list for things I want to see or do on my next holiday.
I like your holiday list, though maybe I would add a smaller cross-body bag? But of course, that depends on what you are going to be doing 🙂 Hope you have a great trip!
Wunderlist is great! I used to have it on my phone but I don’t know where it went, hmm. Maybe I accidentally deleted it.
I wanted to bring my A.P.C. bag but it’s still not back from Paris 🙁
I also do have lists for everything! But I prefer a paper version, so I have my notebook full of different lists. It’s very useful and I am always prepared to almost anything 🙂
I think your list is very thought-out (mine looks similar), I would take rather one pair of trousers and one pair of shorts, just because I love shorts and wear them all summer long.
Viel Spass auf der Reise und mit der deutschen Sprache!
Oh I definitely use notebooks as well for my lists 🙂 I’m not too big on shorts ever since I gained a bunch of weight but both my trousers are very light and airy, so I’ll be fine. I wish I could read your blog by the way.
Maybe one day I will also wright in English or even in German as I love this both languages so much!
How was your trip btw? Was your choice wise enough for this kind of trip?:)
Sounds like it’s going to be a nice getaway, hope you have an amazing time! And I see you went for the tan Saltwaters too!
I love packing and I love lists, haha. I have a packing list saved on my computer. I have all the clothes etc I need on there and also obvious stuff I’m most likely to forget, e.g. chargers.
Thanks! Yes, they’re perfect. I walked around in them for an entire day and my feet didn’t hurt one bit.
i always make a list before i pack as well since i’m afraid of forgetting things haha. have fun, i’ve always wanted to go to germany!
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Thanks! Definitely visit Germany if you get the chance. Have you been to the Netherlands before? If not, I also recommend it 🙂
Great list!
Hope you’re having a nice day! Kisses,
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