{"id":5821,"date":"2020-09-21T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-21T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/?p=5821"},"modified":"2025-10-14T08:17:07","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T07:17:07","slug":"what-to-pack-in-your-travel-backpack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/what-to-pack-in-your-travel-backpack\/","title":{"rendered":"What to pack in your travel backpack"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5829\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-backpacks.jpg?w=1279&amp;ssl=1 1279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/backpacking-tips-for-beginners\/\">backpacking <\/a>across the world or going on a hiking holiday, these are your backpacking essentials.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Essential documents&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Money<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Chargers<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Shoes for all occasions&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Plenty of underwear<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Suitable clothing<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Medicine<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Essential toiletries&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Backpack rain cover&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Reading material<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Essential documents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important thing to make sure you pack is your essential documents. This includes your passport, visas, transport tickets, and any other documents that will allow you to freely travel. Without these documents, you will not be able to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/top-tips-for-packing-a-travel-backpack\/\">travel <\/a>so you must make sure that you have them with you at all times.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"409\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/passport.jpg?resize=727%2C409&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/passport.jpg?w=727&amp;ssl=1 727w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/passport.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/passport.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Money<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Asides from your essential documents, the most important thing to pack in your travel backpack is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/money-saving-laundry-tips-for-students\/\">money<\/a>. You must make sure that you have enough money for the whole of your trip. If you are travelling to numerous countries with different currencies, you must make sure that you have a suitable amount of money in each currency you will be using. It\u2019s always best to take extra money with you when you\u2019re travelling just in case you run out before the end of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/amsterdam-musthaves\/\">trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"957\" height=\"539\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/euros.jpg?resize=957%2C539&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/euros.jpg?w=957&amp;ssl=1 957w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/euros.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/euros.jpg?resize=768%2C433&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/euros.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 957px) 100vw, 957px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Chargers\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Firstly, decide what electrical items you want to take with you. Whilst making your decision, think about the space that you will have in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/tips-for-cleaning-canvas-backpacks\/\">backpack<\/a>, how heavy your appliances are, and whether you will have access to charging ports. Once you have decided on your electrical items make sure that you pack your chargers. For backpacking, it\u2019s always best to take portable chargers so that you can charge on the go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/portable-charger.jpg?w=1279&amp;ssl=1 1279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Shoes for all occasions\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is limited space in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/backpacking-tips-for-beginners\/\">travel backpack<\/a>, however, you must make sure that you pack <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/cleaning-your-shoes\/\">shoes <\/a>for all occasions. If you are planning on going on long walks or hikes make sure that you pack hiking boots. A comfortable pair of trainers is always essential whenever you go travelling. If you are staying in a hostel during your travels make sure that you pack a pair of flip flops for the showers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiking-boots.jpg?w=1279&amp;ssl=1 1279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Plenty of underwear<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whilst you&#8217;re travelling you may not always be able to find facilities to wash your clothes. This is why you must make sure to pack plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-wash-your-underwear\/\">underwear<\/a>. In addition to this, you may want to pack extra <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-keep-your-socks-together-in-the-wash\/\">socks <\/a>for when you\u2019re walking as hiking boots tend to rub the heels of your feet. The more underwear you have the more prepared you will be for any situation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/underwear-on-line.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Suitable clothing\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think about where it is you are travelling to and how active you are going to be. Use this as a guide to help you choose what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/top-tips-for-disinfecting-clothing\/\">clothing <\/a>you are going to pack. If you are going to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-yourself-cool-during-summer-in-dubai\/\">warm destination<\/a> you want to choose lighter materials. If you are going to a cold destination you may want to pack thermals. Regardless of where you are going make sure that you pack comfortably and practically. It\u2019s always best to pack at least one waterproof jacket.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/hiker.jpg?w=1279&amp;ssl=1 1279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Medicine\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/hay-fever-season-tips\/\">allergies <\/a>or need to take medication on a regular basis, make sure that you pack it. Ideally, you want any medication to be near the top of your bag so that it is easily accessible. Asides from medication that you take on a regular basis, make sure that you pack some basic medical essentials. Paracetamol, ibuprofen, plasters, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/summer-skincare-tips\/\">sun cream<\/a>, bug spray, etc. You want to make sure that you are equipped for any low-level injuries that you may face whilst on your travels.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?resize=1024%2C577&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?resize=1024%2C577&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?resize=291%2C164&amp;ssl=1 291w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/first-aid-kit.jpg?w=1087&amp;ssl=1 1087w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Essential toiletries\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As previously mentioned, you do not have a lot of room in your travel backpack, so you need to bring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/holiday-packing-essentials-for-your-baby\/\">essential toiletries <\/a>only with you. Essential toiletries include toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, lip balm, and any contact lens solution you may need should you wear contacts. You may also want to take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/laundry-tips-for-sensitive-skin\/\">skincare products<\/a>, however, these are not a priority and should be taken out if there is not enough room. You should store your essential toiletries at the top of your bag with your medicine as you never know when you may want to quickly freshen up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"879\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/toothbrush.jpg?resize=879%2C494&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/toothbrush.jpg?w=879&amp;ssl=1 879w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/toothbrush.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/toothbrush.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/toothbrush.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 879px) 100vw, 879px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Backpack rain cover<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your travel <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/challenges-of-travelling-solo\/\">backpack <\/a>will store all of your belongings for the duration of your travels. It will be the most important item on your trip. This is why it is essential that you invest in a backpack rain cover. You don\u2019t want to get stuck in the rain with your backpack and risk getting your belongings wet, and potentially destroyed. A backpack rain cover will protect your backpack, and all of your belongings, from the rain, ensuring a safe and dry journey.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"879\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travelling-backpack.jpg?resize=879%2C494&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travelling-backpack.jpg?w=879&amp;ssl=1 879w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travelling-backpack.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travelling-backpack.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travelling-backpack.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 879px) 100vw, 879px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Reading material\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When your travelling you need to conserve the battery on your devices, such as your phone, as you won\u2019t always have access to charging portals. This means that when you aren\u2019t exploring, you will have to find other ways to entertain yourself. Take some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/best-summer-reads\/\">reading <\/a>material on your travels as a way to entertain yourself. You could even take books on your destination(s) so that you can do some pre-reading on where you are going. Make sure that you don\u2019t pack too many books though as you don\u2019t want to make your bag too heavy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?resize=292%2C164&amp;ssl=1 292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?w=2580&amp;ssl=1 2580w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/travel-reading.jpg?w=3870&amp;ssl=1 3870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>woman, reading, book<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Laundryheap is available in several countries across the world, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/bahrain\">Bahrain<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com.sg\/\">Singapore<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/kuwait\">Kuwait<\/a>. 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