1. Pack the must-haves, not the nice-to-haves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Packing](\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_2121,h_1414,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1651009593\/magazine\/Packling-list-Yuliya-Apanasenka-iStock-1151411072_88237677c\/Packling-list-Yuliya-Apanasenka-iStock-1151411072_88237677c.jpg?_i=AA\")
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe best way to get started is to identify whether an item is essential or a \u201cjust-in-case\u201d addition. Before you start to pack, consider where you are going and what activities you plan to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will you really need those heels when you’re on a wellness retreat at a secluded resort? Will there be a yoga mat and props available? Remember, you can’t pack it all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n2. Choose versatile pieces <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Pile](\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_2560,h_881,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1651009583\/magazine\/Rainbow-folded-clothes-mbaysan-iStock-922685294\/Rainbow-folded-clothes-mbaysan-iStock-922685294.jpg?_i=AA\")
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to packing light, multipurpose is the name of the game. Clothing should be able to be worn in several different combinations\u2014even your fitness wear. Likewise, shoes should be comfortable enough for long walks, yet fancy enough for dining out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several “professional” light packers suggest taking toiletries that have more than one purpose. Lotion that also serves as sunscreen is a great example. Bottom line: think twice about anything you\u2019ll wear only on one occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n3. Learn to layer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Multilayered](\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_2142,h_1399,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1651009656\/magazine\/Learn-to-layer-Solovyova-iStock-1267488277_8820a03c4\/Learn-to-layer-Solovyova-iStock-1267488277_8820a03c4.jpg?_i=AA\")
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNothing can fill a suitcase faster than a big, bulky jacket or a bunch of different clothes for different temperatures. Packing multiple thin layers takes up less space and offers more flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try to visualize your day and imagine what clothes you need for which daypart. Can you wear a tank top with a light zip-up athleisurewear hoodie in the morning and ditch it when the temperature creeps up mid-morning? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n4. Wear the right fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Correct](\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIyMzI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEyOTAiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiPjxhbmltYXRlIGF0dHJpYnV0ZU5hbWU9ImZpbGwiIHZhbHVlcz0icmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC4xKTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSkiIGR1cj0iMnMiIHJlcGVhdENvdW50PSJpbmRlZmluaXRlIiAvPjwvcmVjdD48L3N2Zz4=\")
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn some cases, the number of wellness activities you choose may demand a variety of different sportswear. Wicking fabrics that comprise antimicrobial properties are not only functional but they keep sweat off the body and also breathe so you don’t get too hot when you exercise outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, these types of fabrics can be worn more than once, even if worn during active adventures. And most of these fabrics are lightweight, which makes packing light easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n5. Know your room amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Solid](\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIyMTIxIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjE0MTQiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiPjxhbmltYXRlIGF0dHJpYnV0ZU5hbWU9ImZpbGwiIHZhbHVlcz0icmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjUpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC4xKTtyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSkiIGR1cj0iMnMiIHJlcGVhdENvdW50PSJpbmRlZmluaXRlIiAvPjwvcmVjdD48L3N2Zz4=\")
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese days, it goes without saying that hairdryers, toiletries and personal care products are stocked in every guest room and suite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAnyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe best way to get started is to identify whether an item is essential or a \u201cjust-in-case\u201d addition. Before you start to pack, consider where you are going and what activities you plan to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will you really need those heels when you’re on a wellness retreat at a secluded resort? Will there be a yoga mat and props available? Remember, you can’t pack it all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2. Choose versatile pieces <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to packing light, multipurpose is the name of the game. Clothing should be able to be worn in several different combinations\u2014even your fitness wear. Likewise, shoes should be comfortable enough for long walks, yet fancy enough for dining out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several “professional” light packers suggest taking toiletries that have more than one purpose. Lotion that also serves as sunscreen is a great example. Bottom line: think twice about anything you\u2019ll wear only on one occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n3. Learn to layer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNothing can fill a suitcase faster than a big, bulky jacket or a bunch of different clothes for different temperatures. Packing multiple thin layers takes up less space and offers more flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try to visualize your day and imagine what clothes you need for which daypart. Can you wear a tank top with a light zip-up athleisurewear hoodie in the morning and ditch it when the temperature creeps up mid-morning? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n4. Wear the right fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn some cases, the number of wellness activities you choose may demand a variety of different sportswear. Wicking fabrics that comprise antimicrobial properties are not only functional but they keep sweat off the body and also breathe so you don’t get too hot when you exercise outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, these types of fabrics can be worn more than once, even if worn during active adventures. And most of these fabrics are lightweight, which makes packing light easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n5. Know your room amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese days, it goes without saying that hairdryers, toiletries and personal care products are stocked in every guest room and suite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAnyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to packing light, multipurpose is the name of the game. Clothing should be able to be worn in several different combinations\u2014even your fitness wear. Likewise, shoes should be comfortable enough for long walks, yet fancy enough for dining out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several “professional” light packers suggest taking toiletries that have more than one purpose. Lotion that also serves as sunscreen is a great example. Bottom line: think twice about anything you\u2019ll wear only on one occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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3. Learn to layer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNothing can fill a suitcase faster than a big, bulky jacket or a bunch of different clothes for different temperatures. Packing multiple thin layers takes up less space and offers more flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try to visualize your day and imagine what clothes you need for which daypart. Can you wear a tank top with a light zip-up athleisurewear hoodie in the morning and ditch it when the temperature creeps up mid-morning? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n4. Wear the right fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn some cases, the number of wellness activities you choose may demand a variety of different sportswear. Wicking fabrics that comprise antimicrobial properties are not only functional but they keep sweat off the body and also breathe so you don’t get too hot when you exercise outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, these types of fabrics can be worn more than once, even if worn during active adventures. And most of these fabrics are lightweight, which makes packing light easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n5. Know your room amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese days, it goes without saying that hairdryers, toiletries and personal care products are stocked in every guest room and suite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAnyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNothing can fill a suitcase faster than a big, bulky jacket or a bunch of different clothes for different temperatures. Packing multiple thin layers takes up less space and offers more flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try to visualize your day and imagine what clothes you need for which daypart. Can you wear a tank top with a light zip-up athleisurewear hoodie in the morning and ditch it when the temperature creeps up mid-morning? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4. Wear the right fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn some cases, the number of wellness activities you choose may demand a variety of different sportswear. Wicking fabrics that comprise antimicrobial properties are not only functional but they keep sweat off the body and also breathe so you don’t get too hot when you exercise outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, these types of fabrics can be worn more than once, even if worn during active adventures. And most of these fabrics are lightweight, which makes packing light easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n5. Know your room amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese days, it goes without saying that hairdryers, toiletries and personal care products are stocked in every guest room and suite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAnyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn some cases, the number of wellness activities you choose may demand a variety of different sportswear. Wicking fabrics that comprise antimicrobial properties are not only functional but they keep sweat off the body and also breathe so you don’t get too hot when you exercise outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, these types of fabrics can be worn more than once, even if worn during active adventures. And most of these fabrics are lightweight, which makes packing light easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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5. Know your room amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThese days, it goes without saying that hairdryers, toiletries and personal care products are stocked in every guest room and suite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nAnyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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If you’re fussy or have sensitive skin then of course bring your own toiletries. It does pay to do your due diligence, though, and see which amenities are provided. That way you don’t pack duplicates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better yet, hop on the solid shampoo and conditioner bar train. Using a bar saves space, cuts down on waste as well as reduces your plastic footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Anyone who has ever gone on vacation\u2014close to home or abroad\u2014can attest to the benefits of packing light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packing light can be challenging. However, when you know how to do it right… you may even lose that pack rat moniker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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About Vacayou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
At Vacayou [pronounced VACAY – YOU], we believe that travel has the power to change lives. The power to revive, rejuvenate and redirect your inner wellness warrior<\/strong>. And that\u2019s why we\u2019re here. Vacayou brings the world of wellness travel to you! With airlines charging extra fees for checked luggage, it’s a smart idea to downsize and go carry-on only. But it’s not about traveling carry-on only\u2014as airlines have also gotten stingy…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":8825,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"no","loftocean_post_format_gallery":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_ids":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_urls":"","loftocean_post_format_video_id":"","loftocean_post_format_video_url":"","loftocean_post_format_video_type":"","loftocean_post_format_video":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_type":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_url":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_id":"","loftocean_post_format_audio":"","fallsky_single_post_hide_thumbnail":"","fallsky_single_post_template":"","fallsky_single_post_sidebar":"","loftocean-featured-post":"","loftocean-like-count":0,"loftocean-view-count":5046,"loftocean_post_co_authors":"","loftocean_single_post_author_order":"","fallsky_page_header_layout":"","fallsky_hide_before_page_content_ad":"","fallsky_hide_after_page_content_ad":"","_cloudinary_featured_overwrite":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1808],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1058","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-travel-tips-travel-well"},"yoast_head":"\n
No matter how far or how adventurous, our team scours the globe to curate the best in wellness travel. However, the booking process can often be time-consuming and complicated. We\u2019ve simplified your search for wellness and active vacations<\/strong> with Vacayou’s Instant Book, so your dream wellness getaway is now just one click away<\/strong>.
Start the trip of your lifetime today with Vacayou<\/a>. We are here to help create a healthier global community through wellness and active travel.\u00a0
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