As someone who likes to look good, but only when it's comfortable, I pay a lot of attention to the travel gear I use. It needs to be stylish and not scream “tourist” while being practical and performing well. On this page, I share travel gear reviews of products I've tried and tested myself and actively use during my travels. If you have a question about any of the things you read about here, let me know.
Here are a few pointers to get an idea of the type of travel gear I review and write about:
- clothes, accessories and shoes: trendy, urban, stylish, but always comfortable and practical. Also, anything that keeps me warm.
- backpacks, handbags, luggage and the sorts: sturdy, lightweight and with handy compartments.
- electronics: small and lightweight. I always pack my laptop, Fujifilm XE-1, smartphone and GoPro. No big DSLR's and dozens of lenses here.
When cards started to fall out of my Dynomighty wallet, I knew it was time for a new, safer travel wallet. My choice: the Pacsafe Daysafe passport wallet. I choose this wallet because of its simple and slim design, it's RFID protection, and because I've
With the EU removing roaming costs within the EU, staying in touch with your loved ones while you are they are abroad has become a bit less expensive. However, if you are they are outside of the EU, the costs to call and texts soar
This post explains why I'm wearing compression socks for flying, what the benefits of compression socks are and how you can choose the right pair for you. I also list the best compressions socks for women and men and share my personal favorite. Have a look! 
Sick of paying high fees to transfer money abroad and convert currencies? I've switched to TransferWise because it allows me to convert at a mid-market rate AND lets me receive foreign currencies for free. Click to read my detailed TransferWise review. 
Wondering what to wear on a long haul flight or what things to take with you on board? This list of long haul flight essentials has gotten you covered! It details all you need to survive a long flight, including the right outfit to do it in. 
Always pack too many liquid toiletries to travel carry-on only? With this essential travel toiletries list, that's a thing of the past. Read which toiletries I always pack, how I pack them and how I use solid products and travel containers to stick within the carry-on limits.