13 non-negotiables that a travel nurse takes on every trip

After traveling to over 100 different countries, you become an expert in packing. Cherene Saradar She is a travel anaesthetist and spends the first half of the year working in hospitals across the U.S., and the second half traveling the world for pleasure. To date she has been to all seven continents and visited 116 different countries.

She prioritizes comfort and health as her main packing criteria. As a proud mother, she prioritizes items that focus on comfort and health. carry-on-only traveler Even for long trips of three months, she knows the right way to pack to avoid wasting precious space. Saradar shared her travel essentials with me. She shared her essentials for packing light. carry-on tote Then, you can get in touch with us. comfortable sneakers Continue reading to learn the 13 items she brings with her wherever she goes.

Longchamp Le Pliage Tote Bag

It’s important to have a spacious personal item if you want to be able pack for several months without having to check a cabin bag. Saradar swears the Longchamp Le Pliage Tote Bag. This bag is her go-to travel bag for every flight. It fits everything she needs, including her laptop and camera, under the seat. The bag contains her essentials to ensure a comfortable flight. These include: silicone earplugs and soft eye masks, Drunk Elephant hand cream, lip balm and a lightweight scarf or sweater. She can fold it up and put it into her suitcase when it’s not in use. It’s durable, easy to clean and comes in a variety of colors. Plus, it adds a touch of luxury and style without costing a fortune, says the woman. It’s a great beach bag, day bag, camera bag and shopping bag.

Travelpro Maxlite Carry-on Luggage

Saradar has used the same carry on for over a decade. Travelpro Maxlite is one of lightest carry on suitcases on market. This matters to airlines who weigh cabin bags. It conforms to the various international carry-on sizes, measuring 21 inches in height. I like how organized the bag is. “The outside pocket fits my laptop easily, and the inside lid pocket is very convenient,” she says. It’s a sturdy spinner bag, and it’s easy for me to push.”

Hoka Arahi Sneakers

Saradar is a nurse and knows the importance of choosing the right shoes. “They are the basis of your wardrobe as well as the most essential thing for your wellbeing,” says Saradar. Hoka sneakers are her go-to footwear, whether she is working at the hospital or travelling the world. She prefers white Arahi sneakers when she travels, so that she can wear them with anything from dresses to skirts and workout gear. I’ve worn the Hoka Arahi since years. The Hoka Arahi is amazing. I’m amazed at how comfortable my back feels. She says they are like walking on clouds and offer pronation support, which is essential for maintaining a steady stride. The shoes are so comfortable that she swears she no longer has back pain.

Athleta Venice High Rise Wide Leg Pant

Saradar insists on stylish, yet comfortable travel clothing. She won’t be seen flying in sweatpants. She prefers Athleta loungewear, which she finds nice enough to wear in public while feeling comfortable and cozy on long-haul flight. She lives in Athleta Venice High Rise, Wide-leg Pants. She says, “They are super flattering because they have just enough stretch. The waistband does not feel tight but still appears fitted and polished.” The pants feel soft and comfortable, but they drape like trousers. And a major bonus — they don’t wrinkle.” Saradar suggests buying a few pairs of neutral colored pants like off-white and black to match with any top.

Athleta Seasoft Quarter Zip

On planes, she usually wears Athleta from head to foot, pairing the Seasoft Quarter Zip and Venice wide-leg pant. The quarter zip is cozy and warm, and the fleece looks sleek and structured rather than slouchy. It’s perfect for flights with different temperatures because the cool-to-the touch fabric will keep you warm without making you overheat. You can store it in your bag or tote when not required.

Born Women’s Trinidad Sport Sandal

In addition to having a great pair of sneakers on hand, it is also helpful to have comfortable, stylish sandals. She says that finding shoes that don’t cause blisters, let you walk as much as possible, are comfortable, don’t cause back pain and look cute is not easy. She has worn many pairs of sandals by Born and continues to wear them till they are no longer functional. They’re soft and incredibly comfortable. She says they’re comfortable and look good enough to wear at night. I can wear them all day and even do some light hiking. These sandals have adjustable straps and a cork sole that is lightweight. They also feature a soft leather upper.

The North Face Antora Hoodie

Saradar packs a light jacket wherever she goes, particularly if her destination is warmer and she might be caught in tropical showers. “I always pack my North Face lightweight waterproof jacket with hood,” says Saradar. It is lightweight and easy to pack in a suitcase. It’s also handy for rainy or windy days. This North Face hooded jacket has adjustable drawstrings at the bottom and hood to keep out rain and wind. She packs extra layers if she is going to a cooler climate. Lole brand ethical down hooded puffer jacket in dark teal. “I’m always complimented on my jacket. She says that it packs very well, as it is extremely light but warm and cozy.

Grace Karin Pleated Chiffon Skirt

Saradar packs a maxi-skirt that can be layered, matched and combined to create many outfits. “I’ve been packing a maxi skirt lately because I can wear different outfits by changing the tops. You can wear tank tops, short sleeves, long sleeves, sweaters, a sweatshirt, or a blazer with it — it’s super versatile,” she says. “A longer skirt can make you appear more put together and provide coverage in conservative areas.” This pleated chiffon khaki skirt is hers. The neutral color makes it suitable for all seasons. The midi skirt fits her perfectly, even though she’s only 5 feet 1 inches tall. One of her favorite Amazon purchases is this Zesica floral printed maxi wrap dress. I’ve worn it so many times. It is lightweight and easy to pack. It looks casual enough to wear during the day but dressy enough to go to a dinner party or to a night out.

Clutch Portable Charger 

Saradar’s battery drains fast when she is on the move all day, using her phone’s map and camera. It is important to her to have a fully charged phone so she can use it to get help, or access maps. Clutch is the perfect charger for me because it’s small and magnetically attached to your phone. I don’t want to carry around a heavy, bulky charger. The Clutch charger comes with an integrated cable so you won’t need to worry about leaving your cord behind in the hotel.

Bagsmart Cosmetic Bag with Hook

Saradar, who has traveled to more than 100 countries, swears by the hanging toiletry bag. She claims it is a great way to save space because you do not have to depend on a shelf or counter. She uses one from BiaggiBagsmart is a similar option. It has enough space to store everything including my toothbrush, makeup, deodorant and jewelry. She says, “It has tons of compartments and keeps me well organized.”

Biaggi Hangmates 3-tiered ZipCube 

But it’s not just hanging toiletry bags that make organizing her belongings in a hotel room easier—she also uses hanging packing cubes. She uses the medium-sized hanging Biaggi packing cube because she only packs a carryon. It’s so easy to pack and unpack in a hotel. “You just have to hang it up in the wardrobe, then fold and compress it using the strap and put it back in your suitcase,” says she. It’s her secret. pack for a month in Europe in a carry-on.

Eagle Creek Pack It Reveal Cubes Set

Saradar loves packing cubes. This set of Eagle Creek cubes comes in several sizes and she loves the hanging style. She explains that she uses the smaller 1-liter cubes for socks and underwear, while the larger pouches are used to store her tech, such as cords, cables, plug adaptors, and zipdrives.

Lifestraw Water Bottle

Saradar, a nurse by profession, knows the importance of staying hydrated. She drinks as much as she can throughout the day and her Lifestraw is a necessity. “Lifestraw can make any water drinkable.” She says that she can drink any water because the Lifestraw filters bacteria, parasites microplastics and dirt. This BPA-free version of the insulated stainless steel is much lighter and easier to carry than the heavier plastic style.

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