A longer stay abroad

Short answer: Pack for one week and plan to do laundry. Buy what you lack locally rather than packing for the whole period.

Why one week is the right measure

Whether you are away for a month or half a year, you do laundry at regular intervals. Luggage should therefore cover the interval between two washes rather than the whole stay.

What has to come from home

What you know fits and what is hard to find. Underwear in your size and a few good socks belong in the first category. See bamboo underwear for men.

What you can buy locally

Outer layers, seasonal clothes and anything that depends on the climate. It is easier and often cheaper to buy those where they are worn. See bamboo t-shirts for men and bamboo clothing for men.

Frequently asked questions

How much underwear should come along

Seven to ten sets, so you can wash weekly without being caught out.

Should you bring bedding

Rarely. It takes a lot of space and can almost always be bought locally.

What about clothes for formal occasions

One set is enough. It gets worn a few times however long you are away.