Travel with dp was created to offer clear, practical guidance for travelers who want to move freely with less. The site focuses on the type of travel where every item has a purpose, every choice has a trade-off, and mobility matters more than accumulating gear. Rather than promoting trends or one-size-fits-all checklists, this site breaks down the actual decisions travelers face: what to bring, what to leave, how to manage space, and how to stay organized on the road.
Minimalist travel can be misunderstood as restrictive, but the approach here is different. It’s about lowering friction so you can move easily, make quicker decisions, and enjoy the experience of travel instead of managing belongings. The guides on this site are structured around real situations: evaluating clothing by its usefulness, packing a 40L carry-on efficiently, choosing gear that performs well without adding bulk, and understanding how small habits—like organizing documents or managing toiletries—change how you travel.
Because minimalist packing involves decisions that vary by destination, season, and personal preference, the content avoids rigid rules or unrealistic promises. Instead, each article aims to show the reasoning behind those decisions, backed by practical examples tested in real situations such as multi-day trips, long walks, and hotel-sink laundry sessions. The goal is not perfection but clarity—helping travelers understand why certain methods work and how to adapt them to their own style.
About the Author — Raji Deneshan Kumar
My name is Raji Deneshan Kumar, and I run Travel with dp. I started this site after spending a lot of time refining how I travel with less—focusing on what’s practical, reliable, and easy to repeat across different trips. Over time, I developed a clear way of evaluating what to pack and how to keep travel simpler without sacrificing comfort.
I don’t make dramatic claims about mastering travel, and I don’t position myself as a lifestyle figure. The perspective I bring is straightforward: I’ve spent enough time refining minimalist packing approaches that I can explain what changes the experience and what doesn’t.
This site exists so travelers can skip the trial-and-error phase and adopt tested approaches right away—whether that means deciding between rolling and folding, choosing a single pair of shoes, or putting together a compact toiletries kit without relying on guesswork.
Our Approach to Travel Content
Every guide on Travel with dp follows a few principles:
- Clarity over complexity: If a method doesn’t improve the travel experience, it doesn’t get recommended.
- Real examples only: Packing methods, wardrobe templates, and organization systems come from actual use, not theory.
- Respect for the reader: No exaggerated promises, no unnecessary jargon, and no “must-have” product lists without context.
- Adaptability: Minimalism is flexible; it supports your preferences rather than replacing them.
The result is a library of practical, field-tested travel guidance: packing techniques, wardrobe strategies, lightweight gear reviews, and digital-organization systems designed for travelers who prefer freedom over excess.