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Plus, the 13 travel essentials I reached for every day.

Even for a travel editor, it was anepic packing challengebut Im here to tell you thatit is possible.

A green jacket, black pants, black sandals, and a black bag, items for a travel packing guide

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Read on to find out what else I wore on repeat, starting at $12.

I reached for theUPF 50 Baleaf Joggerstime and again on this trip.

Theyll be my go-to hiking pants for summer, too.

Baleaf Women’s Lightweight High Waist Quick Dry Hiking Jogger Pants with Zipper Pockets

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(Note: Theyre not waterproof.

ThisAmazon oneis similar to mine (and only $37!

), as is this top-ratedREI raincoatthats a bit more technical.

Allbirds Tree Runners Everyday Sneakers

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I find these bags so functional that I have a growing collection of them.

Plus, black goes with everything and hides stains and wrinkles.

Theyre kind of pricey, but in my opinion, well worth the money.

LOMON Raincoat Women Waterproof

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I wore them almost every day (dont worry, I washed them in the sink!)

They have a close ribbed fit, scoop neckline, and most importantly, theyre breathable.

Amazon shoppers seem to agree, saying theyve held up everywhere from theCentral American rainforesttoDisney World.

person on a boat looking out onto an ocean and walking on a bridge

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Ultimately, they were so sturdy that they made it back home in one piece.

Several Amazon shoppers attest that theyre perfect for traveling.

It felt light as a feather but still wicked sweat and had UPF 30 sun protection.

ODODOS Unisex Mini Belt Bag

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For breezy days, I layered myoversized white button-downover it.

So, I became a first-timeTeva Original Universal sandalsowner, and Im now fully converted.

And yet, I wore this shirt at every single stop of the trip.

Quince 100% European Linen Pants

Quince

Amazon shoppers rave about how comfortable and versatile it is and that it travels great, too.

I got the recommendation from my sister, who swore by them whenshe was pregnant.

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Comrad Nylon Knee High Socks

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