Kelvin m. Wanjiru

20 THINGS TO PACK IN YOUR TRAVEL BACKPACK Travelling is fun. It is also a healthy thing to do at any age whatsoever. It helps revive and rejuvenate your energy after so many working days. It also gives you a taste of new things as you explore new places and learn new things. It also kills boredom and the monotony of living in the same environment for too long since now you get a chance to see new environments. Choosing the best place to visit and preparing yourself with whatever you need might sometimes be tricky. But this is just a temporary situation and has come to an end. Jodhpur is a place jam-packed with exquisite sites and luxurious hotels waiting to be visited by you. Ajit Bhawan is quite a unique and luxurious heritage hotel you must visit in Jodhpur. Also we will help you in knowing the 20 mandatory items that you should pack in your travel backpack. A NATIONAL IDENTITY CARD OR A PASSPORT A National ID is very important to verify your identity and can take you away from trouble in case you come across officers of the law. If you are travelling to new places, you will obviously need a passport to let you board a plane for instance. These two are very important. TECHNICAL GADGETS AND CHARGERS It is quite obvious that you will carry along a smartphone or a laptop. Also you might come along with a camera or a video recorder that needs electric recharge. You will obviously need a charger or an adapter to serve the purpose of recharging. PERSONAL ATTIRES Underwear, vests, some handkerchiefs, socks, tops for the ladies etc. These things are a necessity. Don’t forget to pack them. CLOTHES Take light clothes and warm clothes. Pack enough clothes to cover the entire travel. Don’t pack excess clothes though. You will get tired and the trip will be boring. At Ajit Bhawan, our hotel has laundry rooms and all laundry services are offered there. A COMPASS or MAP Getting updated on your location and direction is an important thing. Something manual like a compass is more reliable than the smartphones, they might fail you. This is applicable for those going for a hike or an adventure. At Jodhpur, all these activities can be done at different avenues. SHOES Carry different types of shoes that suits different activities. Jogging, walking or even playing different games. A SLEEPING BAG/TENT If you are planning on camping, this would be necessary. Most people also carry them as a getaway from a dirty bed maybe. Here at Ajit Bhawan, we have clean and comfy beds, you don’t have to worry about a place to take a nap. WATER BOTTLE Water is life and essential for your hygiene. Carry a water bottle where you can put in some clean fresh water to quench your thirst as you travel around Jodhpur. At Ajit Bhawan our water supply is adequate and it’s fresh. MONEY Money is needed almost everywhere. Switch your money to the locations currency for easy access to services. At Ajit Bhawan, rupees will do. COSMETICS You need a personal comb, hair gel, cologne or your perfume that you like. The room you get at Ajit Bhawan hotel for instance, has some racks where you can place your personal items. MEDICATIONS If you are under any treatment, don’t forget to carry your medicine along. If you are okay, you till some painkillers or allergy fighter because something might come up. It’s good to be prepared. SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER, BODY WASH Small bottles are better for travelling purposes. They are portable and light. Carry the brand of these items that you use and that is compatible to your skin with no side effects. We have clean and spacious bathrooms at Ajit Bhawan heritage hotel. Don’t worry about a place to get clean. TOWEL A towel is personal item. Carry a mini-towel which takes less room because you don’t want to deny other items some room. MOISTURISER Your skin demand some attention time after another especially during a sunny day when there is a lot of heat. SLEEPING OUTFIT Have some sleeping clothes that are simple and light so that you can sleep comfortably. Pack two or three depending on the length of your stay. GOING OUT OUTFITS You don’t go out with the same outfit you slept with. Pack some clothes which you can go someplace with. Remember that they should be relevant to the place you’re visiting and weather. FIRST AID KIT You should carry a first aid kit - you might need it anytime. Make sure that it is fully loaded and there is everything you need in case any accident happen. GLOVES Have some gloves either for hygiene purposes or cold. During the night or winter, some places are quite cold so you need some warmth for your hands. HAT/MARVIN You can carry a fancy hat for your hangout as you visit variety of exciting places at Jodhpur. You might also need a Marvin for warmth during chilly weather or cold seasons. SCARF Depending on where you're going, pack accordingly for weather conditions.