^^^ all that ^^^
Hmmm...
Scrubba wash bag (new to me)
interesting albeit a bit costly. Have a few drybags just like that... minus the flexible washboard... Maybe need to do an experiment.... or just get the real deal...
I bought one recently. I love it and also have drybags. It was popular and folks borrowed it. It was perfect for hotels and liveaboard. I used Dr. Bronner’s castille (almond!) soap as my laundry detergent. I also bought a Sea to Summit clothespin-less drying line. That was also popular. In short, my trip was about 26 days and I took 4 pairs of underwear, 4 swimsuits, 3 pairs of socks, and 3 shirts and 3 bottoms. You do the math...
But technically, that’s 9 outfits!
@Kimela - I work in the outdoor industry and actually purchase all the travel and technical/hike/snow apparel for our company so I’m the right person to ask!
I travel a lot myself and have lots of recommendations but it would depend largely on where you’re going and what you’re doing. In general, I prefer synthetic or wool clothing. They launder quickly and dry quickly, or in the case of wool, it launders quickly and dries quickly but keeps you cool in hot weather and warm in cold weather. It also doesn’t stink so you can wear it multiple times without washing and no one would be the wiser. It isn’t your grandmothers’s wool but super fine merino - not itchy and I am super sensitive to it. The only exception is in super hot desert weather like the Middle East. Cotton and linen is actually cooler and more breathable than synthetics. I no longer wear cotton socks - Smartwool socks are expensive but are so amazing.
If I travel to buggy places, I always travel with Insect Shield clothing. ExOfficio has their BugsAway line - no spray needed and they don’t bite through. I only apply picaridin (natrapel) to areas that aren’t covered or if it’s too hot to wear long pants or sleeves.
A light cardigan/wrap/jacket that you can use on plane and also wear as a top to keep covered in conservative countries or blasting AC is always great.
If you use any OTC or prescription drugs, always have a list with dosage and amounts noted from your doctor mentioning your need for it. I always have a little pouch that I throw into day bags, beach bags, etc. that has meds I might want wherever I go that I can easily transfer. Painkiller, upset tummy, itch cream, etc.
Bring a bag as a carry on that can also double as a day bag for your land tours, whether that is a tote or backpack, etc.
If you use tampons and pads, I highly suggest trying a cup. It changes everything when traveling and diving...no more accidents before you expect it and no more trolling for supplies.