what are some basic essentials to bring when you go backpacking abroad? but im not talking about those huge...

Question

mumbo jumbo bags, im just bringing a little backpack, and a sleeping bag. im going to greece this thursday wiht my bf, never done any of these types of trips. we're staying for a week, renting a scooter and going from island to island.

for people who have done these types of wild trips, what are some essentials to bring aside from passport, sleeping bag, sweater, ecc? what are some things i would never remmeber to bring?

Answer 1

If you're staying in a hostel bring a towel to use - many don't provide them. Consider getting a cheap one you can leave behind so you can use the space in your bag for something you buy over there.
Put your shampoo/any gel type product in a ziplock - again plan on sharing these w/ the bf and tossing the products out at trips end.
Swimming? plastic bag for suit.
I don't remember if Greece allows ibiprofin (in advil), consider tylenol instead.
bring a small flashlight - many out of the way places don't have street lights to get you home after a night out. (definitely don't scooter home after to much greek wine!)
Wash your undies before bed at night to limit amount needed to bring and roll your clothes tightly - less wrinkles and makes more space in your bag.