Hey there, just got back from our epic vacation across the US hitting up Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Washington DC, and New York. Let me tell you, the West Coast was all sunshine and warmth, but once we hit up the East Coast, especially in New York, it was a whole different story – cold and windy as heck!
One thing we learned the hard way was that doing laundry in the shower was the norm to keep our clothes fresh. Luckily, our first place had a washing machine, which was a total game-changer. Oh, and let me give you the lowdown on our gym routine – we managed to hit the gym on 13 out of the 20 days! Talk about dedication, right? And trust me, we got pretty creative with our clothing rotation – if the shorts were dry, they were either packed for the next destination or worn again for the next gym sesh.
Now, let’s dive into what gear made the cut for this adventure. From trusty Mammut jackets to comfy Ortovox shirts, CRZ Yoga pants, and New Balance kicks, we were geared up and ready for anything. And let’s not forget the tech essentials – iPhone 17 Pro, Garmin Epix 2 Sapphire, AirPods Pro 3, and the trusty iPad mini 7. Oh, and a shoutout to the Iniu power bank for keeping us juiced up on the go.
Looking back, there are a few things I’d tweak for future trips. First off, I’d definitely pack an extra long-sleeve shirt for those unexpected chilly days. A travel clothesline would have been a lifesaver in some hotels where drying our gear was a hassle. And note to self: swap out the manual toothbrush for an electric one for longer trips – your teeth will thank you.
On the flip side, there were some standout items that were total MVPs on this trip. The spork was a game-changer for impromptu supermarket meals, the Nanobag was a compact powerhouse, and those nail scissors came in handy more times than I can count. Oh, and let’s not forget the Tomtoc sling bag – a versatile companion that saved us from lugging around our big backpack everywhere.
All in all, this trip was a whirlwind of adventure, lessons learned, and memories made. And hey, isn’t that what traveling’s all about? Until the next adventure awaits, stay curious and