Pakt Blog - News, Bag Talk, and Packing Tips

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“Why does this cost so much?”

We pride ourselves on delivering a great product at a fair price, but it’s not cheap creating a great product and doing so responsibly. Here's a look at the true cost of producing Pakt Products, and how that drives our prices.
How to Travel for Months at a Time with Only a Carry-on

How to Travel for Months at a Time with Only a Carry-on

When my husband and I set off to sample the digital nomad life for a six month span, we consolidated everything we brought into just a carry-on and small backpack each. Here's my packing list, how I packed it, and some advice to help you pack lightly for short or long-term travel.
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Backpack or Duffel?

Should I buy a travel backpack or a duffel? They both have their own benefits and quirks. From where you’re going and how long you’ll be carrying your bag, to what your personal style and preference is, there’s a lot to unpack when choosing your ideal travel bag companion.
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Losing Your Luggage in a Foreign Country

Stepping out of the cabin after an 18 hour flight, my body uncertain the day or time, I wandered down to the baggage claim with a small Jansport daypack to wait for my much larger travel backpack. I waited. Then waited some more. My luggage didn’t come. 
Work Remotely for A Year in These 5 Countries

Work Remotely for A Year in These 5 Countries

If you’re looking to take advantage of new-found location freedom, there are several countries that encourage American citizens to visit their countries for extended stays.
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The Good Thing About a Shitty Year

The good thing about a shitty year is that the future looks so damn bright! 2020 has been a grind, but looking forward, we have a lot we’re excited about here at Pakt.
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Pakt’s Carbon Neutral Future: A note from Malcolm

We have committed to operate a carbon neutral business starting in 2021! We’re making the transition with the help of the independent non-profit organization Climate Neutral.
Two people sitting on camping chairs near a white camper truck with a rooftop tent on a mountain ridge at sunset, overlooking clouds and distant mountains.

Long Live the Camper Van: Companies renting Vacation Mobiles

Right now, vacations are in short supply. There’s plenty of companies that can help make your road trip a stylish reality through the rental of luxe RVs and camper vans.
The Travel Backpack’s Plastic-Free Packaging

The Travel Backpack’s Plastic-Free Packaging

Every year, billions of products are manufactured, packaged, and shipped around the world in plastic packaging. Those packaging materials make up approximately ⅓ of all plastic waste. We’re so excited to show off the ocean friendly, plastic-free packaging of Pakt Travel Backpack.