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I think we can all agree that one of the least exciting parts of traveling is…packing. Exploring Ed has just made it so much easier for you to know what to pack, and how to pack it!
With his free e-book “Exploring Ed’s 20 Best Packing Tips & The Ultimate Packing List,” you’re covered. How exciting is that? Make sure to download this, save it, print it and keep on using this as it will be your favorite resource when you’re planning your next adventure.
Keep scrolling to learn more about some of my favorite luggage and clothing, and travel items that I utilize on my trips. Tell us a bit more about some of your favorite travel items on our social media @exploringedtravel.
The REI Co-op is a great outlet to buy clothing and gear for outdoor activities. Their retail stores have sales staff who are outdoor enthusiasts and know their products. The online store provides an extensive selection and good explanations of each item. It’s partially owned by its members, which you
Osprey, based in Cortez, Colorado, is a recognized leader in high quality backpacks. They have a wide selection for almost any outdoor activity and provide a lifetime warranty. I’ve owned the Stratos 24 which is ideal for day hikes or multiday treks with light loads. There are many sizes of
Over a decade ago, I decided to buy a backpack with wheels from Tumi, a company known for its extremely well-made luggage. It was a hard decision, because it cost $400, which was astronomical for someone who regularly bought backpacks from Army surplus stores for about a tenth of the
Around 5,500 years ago (before the Egyptian pyramids) Neolithic people inhabited Malta. Not much is known for them except the temple ruins and artwork they
Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby are now shooting in Malta on Ridley Scott’s film “Kitbag,” about Napoleon’s rise to power. The pictured frigate was built
Six dancers in traditional eighteenth century costumes performing Maltese folk dances called Il-Maltija.
Ed visited each green country.
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My goal is to travel to all the countries of the world. I count 197 countries, starting with the United Nations list of 193 and adding Taiwan, Vatican, Kosovo and Palestine. For the rest of my life, I want to see and experience as much of the world as possible, while documenting it in photographs and observations.
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