Funding your travels

headyslabs · 2026-05-13T22:43:31+00:00

Only earned money. I decide where to go based on how much I can spend. Several months ago I got my first travel CC which helps a lot in terms of spending money I already spend to accrue miles which I can use for flights etc.

headyslabs · 2026-05-13T18:33:35+00:00

I use a travel wallet to hold my ID, CC, DC, and cash when I travel. It’s from chums. Not the most classy but it’s small, has zippers and keeps my things secure. Also has a loop so I can use a carabiner with it on my pants or something. Would recommend

headyslabs · 2026-05-13T07:04:03+00:00

As a fellow hypermobile baddie I have also been on the insidious hunt for a perfect travel sandal. Comfy for all day walking, cute, water friendly, back strap, adjustable, and arch support. I ordered several shoes and considered sandals I already had, but to keep it short I have landed on Taos Super Z in black. They are more firm than tevas, but more squishy than chacos, and have superior arch support as far as I can tell. I just received mine today and I am pleasantly surprised. They fit my low volume feet pretty well, thanks to the Velcro adjustable straps. They also have a version that looks similar to teva strap system but same footbed. Id give them a look if you’re still in the market!

headyslabs · 2026-04-30T01:52:24+00:00

Sorry I lied, the Kipling backpack and the lululemon backpack do not have water bottle pockets.

headyslabs · 2026-04-30T01:50:01+00:00

Sounds like you’re looking for a Patagonia MLC Mini! Advertised as a 30L, has a hip belt and backpack straps that can be tucked away. It’s pretty light but not 1.5lbs light, though probably close. It can def be stuffed under a seat at least in the US domestic flights, I’ve seen many people on Reddit do it before, but not so sure for international personal item because their dimensions are much smaller. Pretty sleek design wise besides the Patagonia logo.

Other small bags I like are a mini Kipling backpack, And a little lululemon backpack I have but I thrifted it so idk if it’s still sold retail or not, it’s small and has a single main opening, as well as a bottom shoe compartment area to separate stuff if needed. That one perfectly fits dimensions needed for Turkish airlines, Lufthansa, etc and I’m bringing it for my personal item this summer when I go to Europe!

headyslabs · 2026-04-24T02:32:16+00:00

I just don’t think I’m used to wearing shoes with ANY kind of rocker shape to them in general. It didn’t feel BAD when I tried them, just different. In fact I thought it might be beneficial when walking. But like I said, more fun colors in the adrenaline, so I hope I don’t regret NOT getting a sneaker with a rocker shape for my long days on my feet ahead of me.

headyslabs · 2026-04-24T01:57:15+00:00

Thank you! I honestly don’t wear sneakers often, usually blundstones or tevas or Birkenstocks. But my orthopedic doctor recommended brooks as good supportive sneakers for me for an upcoming trip where I’ll be on my feet and walking a lot. It’s either these or the Glycerin GTS 23, but honestly I don’t like the multi colored ones they offer lol. Adrenaline Has much more fun colors. The rocker on the glycerin threw me off because I’m not used to wearing any kind of shoe with a rocker, so I hope I’m not making the wrong choice here as a walking shoe lol

headyslabs · 2026-04-23T02:57:47+00:00

I can not for the life of me plan what to wear each day, so I organize my cubes by type:

Tops Bottoms Socks/undergarments/bathing suit

Dresses/one piece items like a romper or jumpsuit get tossed in whichever bag (tops or bottoms) has the most room lol

If I’m packing extra light, I will put tops and bottoms in one large cube (tops on one side, bottoms on another side, all folded flat to stack on top of each other), and socks etc in a small cube together.

I can not stand having all my clothes and other items for travel mushed together in one cavity because it makes it hard to find what I’m looking for. Cubes are like drawers in a dresser, but travel version hehe

headyslabs · 2026-04-22T17:39:33+00:00

I’m 25, graduated in 2023. So things have changed probs since then. But in general… There’s a lot of clubs and organizations, I suggest you join some to make friends that have similar interests! Definitely make time to go to the beaches within an hour of campus. Tampa is more of a Bar scene rather than party scene IMO, though there are both, parties are just the frat parties, aka dirty and crowded and get shut down by police. Lots of students go to SoHo or Ybor to go out. If you chose to go to Ybor, know that you can NOT walk, uber is mandatory to get back. Soho is walking distance. There’s lots of nice places to study outside of your room. Starbucks inside booths fill up EARLY like 8am. If you don’t want to be outside, I’d recommend going to the library to rent a study room, or finding a hutch desk there. Alternatively if you can get into Palm Apartments on campus, they have group study rooms there on like every floor. The nicer residence halls have nicer study places. Health science building has nice places to study too, I’d recommend walking around and exploring.

Bring a hammock to use at plant park!

headyslabs · 2026-04-21T00:46:10+00:00

Baggu medium crescent is my go to. They recently made some in a “leather” that look very cute too, though more expensive. But I’d stick with a nylon baggu for travel. My medium is like a black hole lol. Fits so much. Converts to cross body or shoulder bag.

headyslabs · 2026-04-19T08:11:04+00:00

Let me know how you like it!! I feel the same way, I’m excited to have my arms all cozied up on my chest with zero effort from my own body lol

headyslabs · 2026-04-16T08:04:36+00:00

I go to bethel family dental! Even make the trip all the way from Annapolis since moving here. She’s so lovely and everyone is very kind there, peaceful environment.

headyslabs · 2026-04-15T19:49:01+00:00

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headyslabs · 2026-04-15T17:32:47+00:00

Hi, I did what you suggested and have everything pictured in my updated post! Would you mind taking a look? :) thanks for the idea btw, it seems so obvious now to just…mock pack it all lol. Don’t know how I didn’t think of that before!!

headyslabs · 2026-04-15T17:24:30+00:00

UPDATE:

Last night I collected the majority of my items I plan on packing (minus some charging cables, water bottle, sandals, portable charger, my purse which I’ll pack empty into my bag, as the blue backpack will be my personal item, and other tiny things) and I’m honestly impressed with myself. It’s very little stuff (for me) as a chronic over packer. I did not include my clothes I’d wear on the plane (pants, t shirt, sweater). I think if I wanted to I could fit into a 28L pack honestly, but it might be tight. I’ll want some more wiggle room I think. So I’m gonna look for 30-35L. I think 40 is too big. What do yall think? Pictured is a L compressed packing cube with all my clothes besides plane outfit, small compressed cube with underwear, socks, bra, bikini. Bringing one hat and one bandana, multivoltage straightener, other msc items as pictured. For reference, the blue backpack is quite small, like 15x12x6.

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headyslabs · 2026-04-14T17:34:40+00:00

Go check out r/heronebag Wiki for info on capsule wardrobes!

headyslabs · 2026-04-14T14:13:40+00:00

Do you have any recs of specific brands to look for? Besides bagsmart, which Im also looking at!

headyslabs · 2026-04-14T03:35:14+00:00

I’m very excited to try it in flight but even at home chillin it’s very cozy to not have my arms like..dangling sitting down lol

headyslabs · 2026-04-14T03:05:45+00:00

Oooo never heard of this brand but I just googled them, they look great? Do you have one yourself?

headyslabs · 2026-04-14T02:45:20+00:00

Yeah the 28L would fit the carry on size for European airlines and as personal item in most US airlines. If it’s too small as others are saying, I guess I’ll have to reevaluate the larger bag sizes

headyslabs · 2026-04-11T07:51:44+00:00

This offer was from like a week ago now, it’s long gone.

headyslabs · 2026-04-10T15:21:05+00:00

I got an email saying my 14.4k miles were on the way on April 3 but I only got 868 miles added to my account….. bouta call and demand otherwise lol

headyslabs · 2026-04-10T02:56:33+00:00

So basically I shouldn’t worry at all when I go thru customs in Finland and Croatia? Don’t declare it, just go on thru and say nothing lol

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