jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I'm about to order one of those light beach towels and a sarong like you mentioned. How necessary is the silk liner? The super absorbent towels can also be brought at sport shops. And a sarong really is a must. I practically lived in mine. If you are not bringing a sleeping bag - then yes a silk liner is necessary. Some backpacker hostels supply linen. But most won't. And you do NOT want to risk laying directly on top of the mattress.....god only knows what sort of bodily fluids from previous guests are on it - yuck! And silk is recommended as a lot lighter and less bulky then cotton, so easier to fold and carry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 In summer I'm more likely to want to sleep in the nude Not in a (mixed) dorm you won't! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 I bought one of the super light towels and I'll probably buy another one when I get there. I got a beach towel too. Silk liners seem to be around £30 which I don't really want to pay. Are they more expensive in aus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 Not in a (mixed) dorm you won't! nah not a mixed one! I'm in one with the Manchester girls for first 2 weeks so they might just have to get used to it. I'm hoping to get some sort of flat share after that because I don't think hostel living long term would be for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 Here's my suitcase (almost) packed. Good or bad? It's just a rough pack to see how heavy it was, there's a few things I need to iron and I have to add a few things I'm but I'm almost there. Plus I'm taking hand luggage that I'll put a few things in too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Hahahaha this made me laugh ALOT. Unbalanced is one way to describe the delightful sights of Kings X. It provides so much entertainment watching the scenes that unfold! Ahh yes. The delightful sights of Kings X. Yes I would say UNBALANCED is the perfect apt description for some people there. There certainly are some interesting and unique characters in unfolding scenes. (Although on a serious note, homelessness, drug use or other "lifestyle" choices would sadly be a contributing factor in regards to some peoples mental health) Although I was thinking more the areas around Central, Town Hall and Wynyard train stations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I bought a washing line like you said. Also a laundry cube, adaptor, a torch and something else but can't remember what. Need a hat but I'll probably just get one over there And no doubt you will curse me when you never use it!! Actually the washing line was very popular with other backpackers in my dorm too, and most people wanted to buy it off me. It also can double up as "rope" if you need to tie anything to your backpack or suitcase. And so small you won't even know it is there. I forgot about an adaptor. I didn't take anything that needed one; so didn't even think about it. I have no idea what a laundry cube is!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 The washing line was only £2 so it doesn't matter if I don't use it lol. I've bought 2 adapters incase I lose one. Oh it's just like a packing cube except it's for dirty laundry im really struggling for a silk sleeping liner. Any other material? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 (edited) Silk liners seem to be around £30 which I don't really want to pay. Are they more expensive in aus? Once you take the exchange rate into consideration the look to be roughly the same price. http://www.traveluniverse.com.au/liners.htm?gclid=CO6mjf2G4cgCFYmUvQodEboLPw Otherwise buy a cheaper cotton one. I just suggested silk as MUCH lighter and easier to pack Edited October 26, 2015 by jumpingjellybean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 The washing line was only £2 Is it a self-securing and peg-less one ? http://www.johnlewis.com/go-travel-self-securing-2-8m-washing-line-white/p231847924 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 What about one like this? I really don't know if it'll fit in my suitcase very well tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 Is it a self-securing and peg-less one ? http://www.johnlewis.com/go-travel-self-securing-2-8m-washing-line-white/p231847924 yeah it's one like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 The wind was “bracing” today (i.e.) gale force freezing straight from Antarctica So a light fleece jumper or cardy will be worth packing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest90395 Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 In all honesty I wouldn't bother. Hostels will provide linen, you just might need to pay extra for it. Often they don't allow you to use a sleeping bag as they are concerned about bedbugs. Lots also have outside washing lines but they are generally short on pegs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 27, 2015 Author Share Posted October 27, 2015 (edited) The wind was “bracing” today (i.e.) gale force freezing straight from Antarctica So a light fleece jumper or cardy will be worth packing too. I've got a few cardis for night time and I'm bringing a zipper that I'll wear on the plane Edited October 27, 2015 by Guest51810 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbodia Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Hi Stacey, I've seen several of your posts on here in the past. Delighted to read that you've now booked your trip. I done a backpacking trip through Asia and Australia back in 2002-2003 aged 23. I set off on 2nd November and had the most fantastic year of my life. The only downside was it took me a good 18 months to settle back into UK life when I returned. The money you have sounds really good, try stop worrying and just look forward to the experience ahead. I've no doubt you'll pick up work if you want it. Hubby and I (who was my boyfriend and backpacking partner) are now planning our return to Australia with PR along with our two little girls. I'll look forward to seeing your future posts. Wishing you the most fun ever :jiggy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 27, 2015 Author Share Posted October 27, 2015 Hi Stacey, I've seen several of your posts on here in the past. Delighted to read that you've now booked your trip. I done a backpacking trip through Asia and Australia back in 2002-2003 aged 23. I set off on 2nd November and had the most fantastic year of my life. The only downside was it took me a good 18 months to settle back into UK life when I returned. The money you have sounds really good, try stop worrying and just look forward to the experience ahead. I've no doubt you'll pick up work if you want it. Hubby and I (who was my boyfriend and backpacking partner) are now planning our return to Australia with PR along with our two little girls. I'll look forward to seeing your future posts. Wishing you the most fun ever :jiggy: hiya! Thanks very much, I'm leaving on the 2nd November too! Yeah I'm worried that I come back and I've got even itchier feet but I know there's so much I want to do still over this side of the world. Just going to enjoy Australia as much as possible then move onto the next step once I'm back. Sounds like you had a great trip! Best of luck with your next move over there! I'm going to start a thread for when I arrive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbodia Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Don't forget you have the possibility of a 2nd year WHV if you so wish. I don't think that was available to me back then. I didn't realise back then, what fab opportunities I had, one place I worked was mentioning sponsorship to me yet I was totally uninterested. Yet, with the knowledge I have now, I wish I pursued it. Anyway, wishing you a wonderful trip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 In all honesty I wouldn't bother. Hostels will provide linen. In all honesty I would bother. As most hostels don't provide linen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Lots also have outside washing lines but they are generally short on pegs. Most have outside washing lines or dryers. The traveling washing lines are for those traveling light (i.e.) NOT SS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 I've got a few cardis for night time and I'm bringing a zipper that I'll wear on the plane I was so cold last night I had to put the electric blanket on. Days are quite nice - except today which was awful - but nights are still cool This winter has dragged on - cannot wait for summer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 27, 2015 Author Share Posted October 27, 2015 Linen is def provided at wakeup but I guess after that it might not be. I definitely don't want to pay £30-40 for one though so I might just get the cheaper one. I don't know! :unsure: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 27, 2015 Author Share Posted October 27, 2015 Most have outside washing lines or dryers. The traveling washing lines are for those traveling light (i.e.) NOT SS oi I am travelling light lol well kind of! Did you see my suitcase :cute: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 (edited) Linen is def provided at wakeup but I guess after that it might not be. I definitely don't want to pay £30-40 for one though so I might just get the cheaper one. I don't know! Some places provide linen free of charge. Some places provide with a non-refundable fee. Some provide with a refundable fee. Some places don't provide at all - specially country or farm areas. If a major drama or expense, then don't buy it. It was only a suggestion from experiences from my extensive travels and personally I would not travel without one. But it is not a *must* have for you by any means. Worse case scenario if you have to sleep on a bare mattress - then put a towel down to lay on and use a sarong as a sheet, and a t-shirt to cover the pillow. Edited October 27, 2015 by jumpingjellybean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 oi I am travelling light lol well kind of! Did you see my suitcase Yes I saw it. But not my idea of traveling "light". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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