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Travel Capsule almost there!

Sal

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Hi All

Thanks for your help on the post previously

https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....mping-trip

I am almost packed for departure in three days time.

I think my capsule is good - here it is

https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....tion=12718

Footwear
Hiking shoes
EVA Birks (new)
White leather sneakers
Flat sandals

Pants/Bottoms
Jeans
smart joggers
linen pants
denim shorts
floral skirt

Light tops and tees
Black tee
Linen shirt
Denim shirt
Navy tee
Lilac merino tee
long sleeve striped tee (or another gear grey top)
floral cami

Warm layers
puffer jacket
lilac merino sweatshirt
scarf x 1
thermal tank x 1

Gear
swimsuit x 1
running shorts x 2
leggings x 1
gear tops x 2
cap

In Adelaide I will wear the jeans and joggers, with the light puffer and merino top as my warm layers. I think a shirt, tank and puffer will be warm enough. White sneakers will be my shoe choice with the hiking boots as a backup if needed for any reason.

On the train I have my linen pants and joggers as options, along with some gear for the walks and excursions. The merino sweatshirt will keep me warm along with the scarf for air conditioning. I will mostly wear the white sneakers along with the hiking boots for the walks.

Once I get to Darwin, I will put the jeans and puffer and white sneakers away and be wearing shorts, floral skirt, long linen pants along with gear. I will do laundry at least once, probably twice!

I am wondering about a pool coverup - I have a dress I could take that could be worn also for driving the truck or at nights in the campground. I could swap out the matching set (skirt and cami) for the dress. I don't have a wide brim hat but think I might look to purchase a cloth one over in Australia (my straw one is a pain to travel with)

I am not sure whether to take the long sleeve striped tee or a grey technical gear top.... there may be room for both.

I hope it all fits in the bags! I am taking a checked bag and think as I will wear the puffer jeans and sneakers on the plane, they are among the more bulky items.

Exciting times - feedback welcomed!!

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Latest reply was from Sal

Suz

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Sal, this sounds fabulous. It's a really complicated trip to pack for but it sounds as if you have your bases covered. I think the floral set is good to take because it is versatile -- you can wear each piece separately. But I do see how a dress makes a better potential cover up. Hmmm. It's tricky. I wonder if you can manage to bring both. Or buy a cover up along with a hat?

I hope you have a wonderful time! It sounds like a trip from which memories are made!

Angie

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Sounds VERY organized!

I'd take EVERYTHING that you can manage to fit in your suitcase. Having options is very welcome.

Safe travels and have a wonderful trip!

Sal

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Thanks Suz - the cover up is not large - I am sure I could squeeze it in. It could be useful to walk 500m to a swimming hole - putting on shorts after a swim can be hard! I haven't worn my two piece dress much recently but I think it will be useful for this trip - it was a last minute addition!!

Angie thanks - the truth will be in the packing tonight - I need to factor in a couple of towels as well, pyjamas, first aid kit, etc... And a bit of wiggle room for anything we add along the way!!

Jaime

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Have a wonderful trip! I am useless with packing posts - apart from a few tips about shoes and layers I have no vision - but you sound prepared and ready for a fantastic trip!

Sal

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Thanks Jaime - this one is a bit complicated because of the variety from the different sides of the continent of Australia - but quite simple in that it won't matter at all what I wear camping in the Northern Territory!! We have an apartment for a night, and a three night stay along the way so I will be able to do some washing.

Sisi

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Yay! I'm so excited for you. Your travel capsule looks great - pretty things, adequate for temperatures/activities. I like a little dress as coverup - easy to slip on and off. Happy travel!

Anonymous

Yay- you sound about ready! I rolled small things into my sun hat, if that helps you with packing.
Looking forward to the photos of your adventures

Brooklyn

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I have no wisdom to offer except: take the skirt!!!!

Hope you have a fabulous trip!

RobinF

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It sounds like you have a good plan. Camping is hard to pack for because you spend so much time outdoors and have to have the right gear for the weather. Have a great time!

Sal

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Yes I think the skirt would be good - potentially to wear over the swimsuit too. I imagine getting changed and then hiking 400 metres to the waterhole and you want something easy. It doesn’t match my swimsuit but it’s honestly not about fashion I suspect in Kakadu or Kununurra!!

Bijou

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Looking at your list, you may need to add more light t-shirts considering the warm weather once you get past the centre of Australia and given your t-shirts are black and navy - they will feel hot in the Australian sun.

I would not take white leather sneakers or white Birks unless you plan to only wear them in urban areas or are OK for them to be discoloured - they will get that orange-brown colour from the earth. My footwear when travelling to these areas is always a brown hiking boot and/or brown sneakers. Uluru is magic, photos can never capture its beauty!

Having a look at the weather forecast for Alice Springs it will be warm during the day with temps ranging from a low of about 4C (at night) to highs of up to 26C. You need to be prepared for the bright sunlight and desert heat during the day. Sunscreen, a hat, your linen shirt and sunglasses are essentials. If you forget anything, there are always stores that sell these items (and fleeces for the cold nights) at the main tourist destinations.

This is a trip of a lifetime - enjoy!

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Jenni NZ

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It sounds such an amazing trip Sally. I hope the part with your Dad is fantastic. He is an intrepid adventurer at age 83!
My own Dad went back to England 50 years later after my Mum had died- he was 78, not as fit as your Dad probably but had an awesome 3-month trip back to old haunts from the 1940s his WW2 days.
I’m packing now for our own totally different trip- to Canada leaving on Saturday evening. Fitting in 2 wedding event outfits!

Sal

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Thanks Bijou! My white birks are EVA ones but I guess they could stain... (maybe I should have chosen black after all!)

The white leather diadora are quite worn - my other choice would be older running shoes or newer gym shoes or Veja. I am not thinking I will wear them in the "red dirt" but there's always that chance.

The route is Adelaide to Darwin (we don't get off at Alice except for a few hours) and then drive Darwin to Broome (Kakadu, Katherine, Kunnunnurra, Fitzroy Crossing, Broome).

I will take out the navy tee and swap in something else - in a lighter shade! Good advice.

Bijou

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Sal, glad to hear you're not too precious with your white sneakers - the Darwin to Broome route will be lots of red dirt too.

In my teens I holidayed in Broome and then camped out on a cattle station in the Kimberley's. Absolutely stunning landscapes and an amazing experience. You will experience real summer weather on this leg of your trip.

I hope you have a good guide as you need someone knowledgeable about what waterways are safe, the saltwater crocodiles can come in kilometres from the coastline in the wet season and we had massive flooding this year in that region. Alas I have actually swum with a crocodile, luckily it was a freshwater crocodile and harmless, but it was terrifying nonetheless. The Station Owner thought it was hilarious to scare the little city princess!

Sal

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Yes I will be very careful of the crocodiles...... not planning to take any risks there....I am not scared of the spiders but terrified of the salties...

Anonymous

I dunno- I saw pics of huntsman spiders yesterday. Would Not want to share a tent with one!

Helena

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What a fantastic trip!! Love the capsule, it looks highly practical but with your signature colorful and energetic touches. Enjoy the trip!

Suntiger sidebar - my poor son had to do a car ride with a hunstman that had crawled down the gap of the seat in the car ... poor kid lol he was just relying on the fact that they are actually shy spiders when it comes to humans! I think I would have sat on the roof instead!

Sal

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Thanks Jenni - I hope Dad will be okay - I think so as he is fit and healthy!! Good luck with your trip.

Thanks Helena and Suntiger. My husband is obsessed with snakes but luckily he saw one in California in the wild last week so he might not be worried about seeing one in Australia. We will see how I go - I am pushing myself a bit on the comfort level but that's fun in itself...

LaPed

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Wow, your trip sounds amazing! And it looks like you've struck a good balance between casual wear and gear pieces. Have a great time.

Jessikams

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I’m on a somewhat similar long complicated trip—- driving, airplanes, and camping—- and my packing list was similar. One thing I wish I’d brought: a thick button down shirt (denim or flannel) to use as a jacket/layer for days when I don’t want the puffer but do need a little extra warmth.

Sal

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Thanks Jessi - I have added my denim shirt for that reason although I have two merino tops as well. And I also added a light rain jacket - super light - but there could be rain the first three days.

Hope yout trip goes well too!!