Travel Essentials for Mystery Hunters

The gear that makes a day in a tomb, a desert or on a Roman wall easier, sorted by the kind of site you're visiting.

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Every trip

Universal travel adapter

One plug for Egypt, Europe, the Middle East and beyond.

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Packing cubes

Keeps a week of clothes sorted in a small bag.

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RFID money belt

Keeps passport and cards hidden under your clothes in busy markets.

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Portable power bank

Your phone is your map, camera and ticket; keep it charged all day.

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TSA-approved toiletry bottles

Carry-on friendly bottles that pass airport security.

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Travel neck pillow

Makes long-haul flights to far-off sites easier to sleep through.

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Desert sites(Egypt, Eridu)

Wide-brim sun hat

Shade for long hours on open desert sites with little cover.

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Cooling towel

Soak it and wear it; helps in midday desert heat.

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Rechargeable headlamp

Hands-free light for dark tomb corridors and early starts.

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Insulated reusable water bottle

Keeps water cold through a hot day in the sun.

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Lightweight long-sleeve sun shirt

Covers your arms from the sun while staying cool.

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Sand-proof zip bag

Protects phone and camera from blowing sand and dust.

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Cold and wet sites(York, Hadrian's Wall, North Sea coast)

Packable rain jacket

Folds small for sudden showers on Roman walls and coastlines.

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Waterproof walking shoes

Dry feet on muddy trails and wet cobbles.

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Merino wool socks

Warm even when damp, and they resist odor on multi-day trips.

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Remote sites(Mongolia, Grand Canyon)

Filter water bottle

Drink safely from streams and taps far from shops.

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Thermal base layers

Steppe nights and canyon mornings get cold fast.

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Compact first-aid kit

Help is far away on remote sites; carry the basics.

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Trekking poles

Steadier footing on steep canyon trails and rough ground.

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Mediterranean coast(Pylos)

Reef-safe sunscreen

Protects your skin and the sea at Mediterranean beaches.

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Water shoes

For rocky beaches and swims near coastal ruins.

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Luggage

Carry-on spinner suitcase

Rolls easily through airports and skips the baggage carousel.

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Travel backpack with laptop sleeve

Carries your gear and laptop on one comfortable back.

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Daypack for site visits

Small and light for water, snacks and a jacket on site.

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