Late Summer is the perfect time for a quick escape—whether it’s a weekend road trip, a flight to visit friends, or a beachside retreat. But travel can also come with its share of waste, from single-use plastics to disposable toiletries.

The good news? With a little planning and the right gear, you can explore without leaving a heavy footprint behind. Here’s your guide to plastic-free packing and low waste travel tips—plus our favorite lightweight, multipurpose, TSA-friendly products to make it happen.

Plastic-Free Packing Essentials

Plastic bottles, disposable cutlery, single-use cups, and those tiny hotel toiletries might seem convenient, but they all create unnecessary waste when you travel. Instead, pack eco-friendly alternatives that are durable, reusable, and easy to clean on the go.

• All-in-One Bamboo Travel Toothbrush or Bamboo Toothbrush Travel Case + Toothbrush Set – Keeps your brush protected without plastic packaging.

• The Everything Travel Tin – Perfect for storing cotton swabs, jewelry, toothpaste tablets, floss picks, even first-aid essentials and so much more.

• Silicone Travel Soap Case – Flexible, light weight and ideal for carrying shampoo bars, conditioner bars, or solid soap bars.

• Bamboo Travel Hairbrush – Lightweight and compact for tangle-free hair without plastic bristles.

• Portable Silicone Travel Wine Glasses + Travel Bag – Enjoy drinks without single-use cups—great for the plane, drinks at the resort, picnics, camping, or the beach.

• Stainless Steel Foldable Cutlery Set – No need for disposable utensils when dining on the go.

• Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle – A travel necessity! Fill up at the airport (after security) or hotel lobby/bar/gym and skip the single-use while on vaycay.

TSA-Friendly Toiletries

Skip the liquids and pack solids—they’re lighter, last longer, and breeze through airport security without the 3.4oz restriction.

• Shampoo + Conditioner Bars – Powerful, compact, and plastic-free.

• Toothpaste Tablets + Mouthwash Tablets – Keep your oral care routine intact without bulky tubes or bottles.

• Lotion Bars – Solid moisturizers that melt into your skin, perfect for in-flight hydration.

• Facial Cleansing Bars – Gentle on skin, long lasting and travel-friendly.

• Natural Soap Bars – Skip the crappy prepackaged hotel soap and bring your own. Tip: cut in half to fit in silicone travel case.

• Laundry Detergent Sheets – Wash clothes in a hotel sink or laundromat without bulky bottles.

Sustainable Travel Habits 

Traveling sustainably isn’t just about what you pack—it’s about how you move through your destination:

1. Bring a reusable water bottle and refill whenever possible.

2. Say no to hotel freebies like mini toiletries wrapped in plastic.

3. Pack reusable shopping bags for markets, grocery stops and even those local gift shops you'll be perusing. 

4. Dispose of waste properly— tourist destinations might be overrun. Avoid stuffing your trash in the overflowing bins, and carry it out when bins aren't available.

5. Respect local wildlife, nature, and history by sticking to marked paths and not disturbing plants, animals, rock formations, and landmarks.

Lightweight & Multipurpose = Less to Carry

When every item in your bag serves more than one purpose, you can pack lighter and travel smarter. For example:

• Reusable Produce + Bulk Bags keep your luggage organized on the way and then double as shopping bags for markets or stores at your destination.

• The One-Tripper Bag works as a laundry bag, beach bag, or market tote — all in one.

• Our Facial Cleansing Bar can be used for both face and body, saving space in your toiletry kit.

• Travel Liquid Castile Soap does it all — body wash, shampoo, hand soap, even dish soap while camping.

Sustainable Travel Packing List ✅