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Updated: January 2026
Welcome 👋 I’m Tiffany — I write Two Shoes One World for travelers who want to pack light, plan efficiently, and stay active wherever they find themselves.
All of my writing is based on my own experience. If you’re the type of traveler who would rather be out exploring than overplanning, you’re in the right place!
What you’ll find here
One-bag packing systems that allows you to bring only what you need (complete gear lists, pack-light challenges)
Efficient guides + itineraries designed for active travelers (the “best use of time” version of a destination)
Active travel routes (plug-and-play runs, walks, and scenic paths you can do without a ton of planning on your end)
Practical travel tips that reduce stress and friction (lodging booking to dos and not to dos, scams to look out for)
Reflections on one-bag traveling, minimalistic lifestyles, and the like.
Choose your path
1) Pack light: Build a one-bag system that works anywhere
My One-Bag (30L) Packing List for Indefinite Four-Season Travel (2025 Edition)
A complete 30L packing list for year-round travel: the exact gear, clothing, and logic behind it.
→ Steal the one-bag packing list →My Two-Pair Shoe Strategy for One-Bag (Carry-On Only) Travel
Hint: trail runners plus flip-flops. I’ve refined this strategy over time, and here’s why and how it works.
→ Check out the two-shoe strategy →How I Packed Everything Into a 2-Liter Sling for a 3-Day Universal Orlando Trip
A mini-challenge in ruthless packing that I set for myself.
→ See what made the cut →
2) Plan efficiently: Travel guides that make great use of time
Lima Travel Guide for Efficient Travelers: Itineraries, Food, Neighborhoods + Tips
Your all-in-one Lima hub: how to structure your days, where to base, what to prioritize, and practical logistics.
→ Open the Lima guide →3 Days in Viña del Mar: An Active Traveler’s Guide + Itinerary
A tight 3-day plan built around walking, running, all while being immersed in Viña’s coastal beauty.
→ Get the 3-day itinerary →Layover in Panama City: What to Do in Half a Day
A realistic half-day plan that’s efficient, realistic, and doesn’t rely on perfect timing.
→ Steal the half-day plan →
3) Grab-and-go routes: Itineraries you can follow today
Santiago in 1 Day: Ultimate Itinerary + Map (Efficient, Walkable, Local-Approved)
An efficient route covering the city’s highlights that I built and tested with my Santiaguino partner.
→ Follow the Santiago day →Lima’s Barranco District in One Afternoon: Walking Itinerary + Map
A focused, easy route that lets you see the district’s highlights, with practical tips.
→ Follow the Barranco walk →Viña del Mar Coastal Landmarks Walk: A Scenic Route + Map
A simple coastal walk with clear landmarks, great for a low-effort, high-reward afternoon.
→ Follow the coastal walk →
4) Travel smarter: Tips that solve logistics and prevent problems
Ride the Santiago Metro Like a Local: bip! Card, Best Lines + Essential Tips
All you need to know to use Santiago’s excellent metro system, compiled from local experience.
→ Ride the metro →5 Airbnb Tips I’ve Learned from 100+ Stays (That People Often Miss)
The practical stuff most people (including me) learn the hard way, so you don’t have to.
→ Read the Airbnb tips →
If you only read 3 posts…
If you want the fastest overview of what this site is about, read these first:
My One-Bag (30L) Gear System for Indefinite Four-Season Travel (2025 Edition) → Read the one-bag system →
Santiago in 1 Day: Ultimate Itinerary + Map (Efficient, Walkable, Local-Approved) → Follow the Santiago day →
3 Days in Viña del Mar: An Active Traveler’s Guide + Itinerary → Read the travel guide →
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