People who have travelled together with me know that I bring my house along. They often ask me what’s in my hand-carry. Not only is it bulky, it’s as heavy as a cow. I don’t really know what I bring along, I just know that I do need to have them all on hand.
Lately, with AirAsia’s strict enforcement of 7kg combined weight limit on carry-on luggage, I really need to reevaluate what I take on a trip. Yes, I have a habit of over-packing and that has to change.
1. just what I need to travel light
Receiving two bags from Lazada in my Lazada Surprise Box is a blessing that would force me to pack lighter. One is a Delsey Expert 53cm 4-Wheel Cabin Trolley Case and the other is an American Tourister Kamden Laptop Backpack.
I do have three trolley cases already but I don’t have a cabin-sized one. Again, I have quite a few backpacks but this is my first laptop bag that is this slim.
2. my ASUS Transformer fits snugly in the backpack
It helps that I have previously purchased handroll vacuum compression storage bags from Lazada. I’ve used them for about two months on every trip that I went on and I can attest to the fact that they indeed reduce the bulk from my clothes.
See my new A6 notebook water bottle? It will fit in nicely into the American Tourister Kamden Laptop Backpack.
Also, just when I am planning a trip to Hong Kong, imagine my dismay to read that the Economist Intelligence Unit’s annual Worldwide Cost of Living Survey has found Hong Kong to be the second-priciest place to live, after Singapore.
3. all foodstuff packed and I am ready to go
What does a country’s cost of living have to do with my trip, you may wonder. Well, contrary to many people’s perception, I do pay my own way most of the time, and Hong Kong will most likely be one of those trips.
Oh well, I’ve already got help from Lazada with preparing my ration for a good number of days. These snacks and beverages will greatly reduce my meal expenses in Hong Kong, much to my relief.
One thing I’ll definitely do is to stock up on Signature Snack healthy snacks and MAGGI Hot Mealz Curry Laksa Bowl. Yup, I need to fill my tummy as I plan to walk rather than depend on public transport, even though I have heard of the efficiency of the MTR.
Wish me luck on my next adventure!
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