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My last summer’s Java-Railing in Indonesia has got me absolutely hooked on traveling by train. What a summer. What an experience. What an adventure. For this summer vacation, I have decided to interrail and to experience some adventures in my European neighboring countries with the InterRail Global Pass.

I have been working on my Interrailing packing list for a few days. Everything on this packing list has to be lightweight, secure, compact, versatile, and multipurpose. I have packed the 20 most essential items for the Eurorailing (also known as Eurailing) or Interrailing.

The first five essentials are the most important of all. It is vital to scan, email to yourself, or save them to your cloud services like Dropbox:

1. Official travel documents: Passport, driver’s license, and travel insurance card
2. Tickets and reservations: Eurail Pass or InterRail Pass, train, and hotel reservations
3. Money: Cash, debit, and credit cards
4. First Aid kit and your prescription medicine
5. Travel cards: ISIC card, YHA membership card, and health insurance card

6. Samsonite Mother Lode Jr Backpack: With its total weight of approximately 3.2 lbs = 1,45 kg, this eBags Mother Lode TLS Weekender is one of the lightweight bags out there. Yet, it is essentially durable, versatile, and expandable. Click to order your Samsonite Mother Lode Jr Backpack, Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

 

7. TSA-approved Combination Travel Locks are essential to lock your double-zipper Samsonite Mother Lode Jr Backpack and to keep your stuff inside safe from wandering hands. Use this padlock to add extra security to your hostel or hotel’s locker as well. Click to order your TSA-approved combination travel locks from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

 

8. Lightweight outdoor clothing and accessories are generally made of an easy-packing, quick-drying, and wrinkle-free fabric. Choose your own theme color to easily combine your clothes with other garments (Khaki works very well for adventure traveling). Click to order your lightweight outdoor clothing and accessories from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

9. Pacsafe Coversafe X100 Anti-Theft RFID Blocking Waist Wallet keeps official travel documents, cash, debit, and credit cards out of sight and safe. It is made of lightweight, durable, and breathable fabric. Its neutral color blends in perfectly with your lightweight travel clothes. Click to order your Pacsafe Waist Wallet from PacSafe: Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

10. Pacsafe Vibe 150 2.5 Liter Anti-Theft Sling Pack: This is an undisputed sling pack with built-in anti-theft technology. The only pack you need to carry your daily essentials. Explore some local markets, museums, and other sites safely and securely with this sling pack. Click to order your Pacsafe Sling Pack from PacSafe: Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

11. Skechers Women’s Summits Sneaker: Walk the Euro/InterRailing’s walk. Explore the wonderful cities and sites in Europe by walking. Sometimes you’ll need to run and catch the trains. This shoe is essential for walking and running. Click to order your Skechers Summits Sneaker from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

12. LifeStraw Go Series – BPA-Free Water Filter Bottle for Travel keeps you hydrated 24/7! Pour some tap water or water from other water sources into this water bottle. The water bottle purifies the water, turning it into safe, clean, and ready-to-drink water. Click to order the LifeStraw Water Bottle from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

 

13. Healthy snacks: Always take your own food with you on (long) journeys, especially when you are on a special diet. Nuts, seeds, and dried fruits like cashews, almonds, and hazelnuts are ideal healthy snacks because they are rich in protein. Take some raisins and dates with you to sweeten your European adventure. Click to order your healthy snacks from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

14. Victorinox Super Tinker Swiss Army Knife: Need to peel some fruits? Open a bottle? Or cut some loose threads on your clothing? Or you just name it. This pocket-sized Victorinox Explorer is a versatile multitool and is essential for your European adventures. Click to order your Victorinox Swiss Army Knife from Amazon US or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

15. Travel Neck Pillow with Washable Cover: Catching a night train? Or do you just need to catch some sleep? Sleep whenever you have a chance to. This soft, cosy and washable neck pillow provides the ultimate support for your head whilst Euro/InterRailing. Click to order your Travel Neck Pillow from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

16. Antibacterial Wet Wipes, Travel Mouthwash, and Travel Wellness Kit: It can take some time before you get to your destination. Some wetties and mouthwash neutralize your unwanted body odor and bad breath, at least until you get into your hotel, take a shower, and brush your teeth properly. Click to order your Travel Wellness Kit from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

17. Compact electronics: Keep in touch with friends and family at home with an iPhone or other smartphone, blog (and brag) about your Euro/InterRailing using your iPad Mini, and create some wonderful memories using Nikon COOLPIX S6300 16 MP Digital Camera. Keep your large, heavy, and bulky electronics at home. Click to order your compact electronics from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

18. Europe Travel Guides by Lonely Planet: Get introduced to all of European & EU countries. They are essential reads for anyone who wants to travel through Europe, especially for those who have never been to Europe before. Click to order your Europe Travel Guides by Lonely Planet from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

19. SKROSS World Adapter MUV USB: Expect the unexpected when it comes to electricity around the world. This compact world travel adapter is a powerful next-generation universal adaptor to connect international unearthed 2-pol devices with dual USB charging functionality. Click to order your SKROSS World Travel Adapter from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

20. Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook: Love to write your European journal? Going paperless is great, practical, and eco-friendly. However, if or when everything electronic fails, and to save your electronic’s battery, go ahead and use this reusable notebook. Click to order your Rocketbook Core Notebook from Amazon US, Amazon UK, or Amazon DE (Germany & Europe/EU).

Please note that whatever you pack, keep everything lightweight, secure, compact, versatile and multipurpose. Have wonderful and unforgettable Euro/InterRailing’s adventures!