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Best Travel Hat for Easy Packing | 14 Packable Hats

Eric Hergenreder — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:57:39 +0000

No matter the time of year, you likely find yourself needing a hat on your next trip. The best travel hat for you will depend on the weather, location, and how you like to travel. A beanie for cold, snowy days, a sun hat to protect you from the intense rays, or a classic ball cap for that all-around style—whichever way you want to go, there's a hat that fits the bill … literally. We'

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Best Underseat Luggage to Avoid Carry-on Fees

Kristyne Defever — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:20:38 +0000

When you think of luggage, there’s a good chance you picture a big, bulky suitcase you hand over to an airline attendant the second you step foot in the airport. But with the increase in baggage fees has come a decrease in the size of bags, and we're not just talking about travel backpacks. If you don’t want to carry your gear on your back, there are now options for rolling luggage that will fit...

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Best Carry On Luggage for Travel

Eric Hergenreder — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:53:48 +0000

No matter where you’re traveling, you’ll need a way to get your gear there. This could be anything: a small personal item backpack, a travel backpack, a duffle bag, or—as we'll discuss in this post—carry on rolling luggage. We’ve been testing some of the most popular brands and styles of rolling luggage, trying hardside and softside luggage, luggage with built-in shelves or packing cubes...

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The Best Camera Backpack of 2025

Eric Hergenreder — Tue, 13 May 2025 14:18:13 +0000

Whether you're a working photographer or a hobbyist learning the trade, a proper camera backpack is the first step in getting your gear from one place to another. If you've only got a small camera and a few lenses, or your kit entails multiple bodies, long lenses, a drone, and an action camera, this list has something for you. Before you tackle this list, consider how much camera gear you'

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16 Best Sunglasses for Daily Wear and Travel

Eric Hergenreder — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:26:35 +0000

Sunglasses are essential to any trip, whether heading to the concrete jungle or the beach. Even in rainy climates, the sun comes out eventually; when it does, you’d better be prepared! We’ve compiled a list of the best sunglasses—from those designed for rugged sports like skateboarding to models without arms. Whether you're on either end of the spectrum or somewhere in between, there’s a pair of...

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Camera Gear To Get This Holiday Season | Gifts for Photographers

Eric Hergenreder — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:42:00 +0000

We all have that one friend or family member who is always taking a photo. A landscape shot at the park, setting up the group photo over the holidays, or snagging a selfie at every turn. When finding gifts for photographers, it can be challenging to know where to start, especially if you don’t know much about the craft. Well, lucky for you, we’re here to help! We’ve teamed up with KEH to bring you...

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25 Best Travel Shoes For Ultimate Comfort and Support

Kristyne Defever — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:11:30 +0000

You’ve done the research for the trip of a lifetime—or just a month—but while we love to focus on what travel backpack to carry and what places to explore, it’s easy to forget to focus on what takes us along the way: our feet! You’re not likely to spend your trip on the couch binge-watching Netflix, so finding the most comfortable walking shoes to support your feet during a full day of exploration...

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11 Best Travel Pants for Women

Kristyne Defever — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 13:07:01 +0000

When packing for vacation, a business trip, or to see family, there is a better-than-average chance that you’ll be packing a pair of pants. Even if you really like skirts, it’s good to have a great pair of travel pants in case it gets chilly or you plan to be more active and adventurous than your skirt or dress may allow. Perhaps you’ll be hiking and don’t want pesky critters or poisonous plants...

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Best Garment Bag to Prevent Wrinkles During Travel

Eric Hergenreder — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:44:02 +0000

So you need to bring a suit or dress on your next trip. Whether it's for a wedding, meeting, or event, you'll want to ensure it arrives wrinkle-free. The ideal garment bag for you may be simple or have extra features, and our goal is to help you find the right one by the end of this list. There are garment bags, which are typically larger than garment duffels, meaning fewer folds and less...

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6 Best Travel Towels For Any Trip

Eric Hergenreder — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:37:32 +0000

Here at Pack Hacker, we review gear of all kinds. From backpacks to tech, we’ve done it all. However, something that we’ve learned while traveling is that a travel towel is a surprisingly helpful tool while on the road. A travel towel is ideal for adventures where a towel isn’t laid out each morning for you and for trips where you’ll be utilizing Airbnb rentals, hostels, or staying with family and...

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