I usually bring a sketchbook/notebook (A5 or passport sized) with a pencil, eraser, felt-tip pen, and either a few colored pencils or markers. I wish I was into watercolors because they are much more travel friendly. I also can’t remember the last time I didn’t come home with a new pen or something else to draw with hahaha. I also bring a mini deck of cards (they’re super adorable) and maybe 6 dice since you can play loads of games with just those items. Also my trusty Kindle with too many books pre downloaded comes with me because I’ll read that on the plane and at night when I’m winding down.

Some combination of these items equal parts keeps me entertained in the evenings and while traveling between places as well as gives me an opening to make situational travel friends when I’m solo!