Welcome

Welcome to Mr. Minimalist!

My name is Tom, part-time traveler, full-time technology enthusiast. I spend many of my waking hours thinking of ways to make travel easier for as many people as possible. That obsession has translated into what you see here, a hodgepodge of travel tips, packing tips, how-to guides, and references to space-saving gadgets and tools. I'm not here to sell you anything, and I don't get a commission for any of the products I reference, I simply want people to know how simple and easy travel can be, and how little you actually need.

The tips found here are things I wish I'd known before hitting the road many years ago, so it's great for people planning, or considering, long-term travel. As the name suggests, many articles are focused on minimalist travel, but the packing tips and how-to guides are applicable to a wide range of travelers.

If you're interested in staying up to date on the latest travel hacks, packing tips, or products that help minimize your pack, follow along on Instagram @tchristiaan6

About

I usually travel with a 21L backpack (yes, you read that right!). A personal experiment in frugality, simplicity, minimalism and mindset; everything I travel with fits in this little backpack.

This blog is dedicated to showing you the tools and tricks I've used for traveling with as little as possible, with the hopes that other minimalists and "light packers" will share their tips for getting by with nothing but the bare essentials.

I would love your thoughts/comments/feedback on my approach as well as any tips, tricks or tools you use to reduce your footprint.

Please feel free to comment, ask questions or post your own advice - or contact me directly below!

Happy traveling.. :)

Get in touch!

Questions, comments, feedback or recommendations? Shoot me a message - I'd love to hear from you!